How far is Covington, LA from Abita Springs, LA?
The driving distance from Covington, LA to Abita Springs, LA is about 4.3 miles (6.9 km), with a travel time of about 00h 06m by car.
- The straight-line flight distance is about 3.6 miles (5.8 km).
- For a round trip, plan for roughly 00h 13m of driving time before adding stops, traffic, or weather delays.
- A comfortable departure window is usually 7:00 AM to 7:00 PM CDT.
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Drive time stays fixed at 00h 06m.
This is a short drive, so your comfort window is wide. Traffic and current weather matter more than the clock.
You are leaving earlier than the recommended window, which gives you extra margin for breaks and traffic.
Halfway Point
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Route Weather Snapshot
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Mostly Clear then Areas Of Fog
Mostly Clear then Areas Of Fog
Driving Route Map
The map below follows the saved road route between Covington and Abita Springs.
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Covington and Abita Springs.
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Start on the route
46 m · 6 sec
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Turn left
13 m · 7 sec
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Turn sharp left
26 m · 2 sec
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Keep slight right
27 m · 2 sec
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Turn slight right onto East 21st Avenue
113 m · 8 sec · East 21st Avenue
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Continue on East Boston Street
1.3 km · 2 min · East Boston Street
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Continue on Military Road
969 ft · 20 sec · Military Road
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Turn right onto Covington Highway
1.1 km · 1 min · Covington Highway
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Continue on Highway 36
2.3 mi · 3 min · Highway 36
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Enter the roundabout and take exit 1 toward the route
8 m · 1 sec
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Exit the roundabout
707 ft · 14 sec
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Arrive at your destination
0 m · 1 sec · Highway 59
Car Route Details
A richer read on the saved driving route between Covington and Abita Springs.
Turn-heavy local drive
The route has frequent decision points for its length, so lane choice and turn timing will matter more than cruising speed.
Highway 36
Continue on Highway 36
2.29 mi · 00h 03m
Route Summary
A quick read on whether this route feels easy, ambitious, or worth planning around.
A short regional drive
This route is short enough to handle as a quick errand, commute, or easy same-day return without much planning overhead.
Mostly Clear then Areas Of Fog leaving Covington and Mostly Clear then Areas Of Fog near Abita Springs.
Trip Questions
Direct answers travelers usually want before committing to the drive.
How long does it take to drive from Covington to Abita Springs?
The road trip is about 4.3 miles (6.9 km) and usually takes 00h 06m in normal driving conditions.
Is this a same-day trip or an overnight route?
This route is short enough to handle as a quick errand, commute, or easy same-day return without much planning overhead.
What is the halfway point on this route?
Madisonville is a useful midpoint, sitting about 2.1 miles from Covington and 2.1 miles from Abita Springs.
How much longer is the road route than the straight-line distance?
The direct path is about 3.6 miles (5.8 km), while the road route adds roughly 0.7 extra miles because roads do not follow the straight air line.
When is the best time to leave for this route?
A good departure window is usually 7:00 AM to 7:00 PM CDT. If you want a more comfortable same-day return, try to leave by 8:16 PM CDT.
How much will gas cost for this route?
Using about 28.3 MPG, regular gas is estimated at $0.59 one way or $1.18 round trip. Estimated CO2 is about 1.3 kg one way.
What should you check before leaving?
Before you leave, expect Mostly Clear then Areas Of Fog around Covington and Mostly Clear then Areas Of Fog near Abita Springs.
Stop Ideas Near Madisonville
Useful break, food, and waypoint ideas within about 15 miles of the route midpoint.
Transit and Meeting Points
Useful pickup, handoff, or rendezvous points close to Madisonville.
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Flight Path Map
This map shows the direct air route between Covington and Abita Springs. Straight-line distance: 3.6 mi (5.79 km).
#1 Covington
City in St.
| Population | 10,560 |
| Coordinates | 30.4754900, -90.1004200 |
| Altitude | 8 |
| Country | United States |
#2 Abita Springs
Town in St.
| Population | 2,651 |
| Coordinates | 30.4786400, -90.0400800 |
| Altitude | 9 |
| Country | United States |
End: Abita Springs (-90.04008, 30.47864)
Estimated Travel Time
Distance: 7 km by road
| Speed | Time |
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| 30 mph (48.3 km/h) | 00h 08m |
| 40 mph (64.37 km/h) | 00h 06m |
| 50 mph (80.47 km/h) | 00h 05m |
| 60 mph (96.56 km/h) | 00h 04m |
| 70 mph (112.65 km/h) | 00h 03m |
| 80 mph (129 km/h) | 00h 03m |
Fuel, Round Trip and CO2
Estimated fuel cost and emissions for this route.
| Fuel | $/gal | One way | Round trip |
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| Regular gas | $3.93 | $0.59 | $1.18 |
| Mid-grade | $4.39 | $0.66 | $1.32 |
| Premium | $4.80 | $0.72 | $1.44 |
| Diesel | $5.80 | $0.87 | $1.74 |
Assumes 8.3 L/100 km (about 28.3 MPG). CO2 is an estimate and varies by vehicle, fuel blend, traffic, and terrain.
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