How far is Covington, LA from Laplace, LA?
The driving distance from Covington, LA to Laplace, LA is about 57.3 miles (92.2 km), with a travel time of about 00h 59m by car.
- The straight-line flight distance is about 36.2 miles (58.3 km).
- For a round trip, plan for roughly 01h 59m of driving time before adding stops, traffic, or weather delays.
- A comfortable departure window is usually 8:00 AM to 10:00 AM CDT.
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This route works well as a day trip with time at the destination.
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Halfway Point
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City in Tangipahoa Parish, Louisiana, United States
Route Weather Snapshot
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Driving Route Map
The map below follows the saved road route between Covington and Laplace.
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Covington and Laplace.
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Start on the route
46 m · 5 sec
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Turn slight right
60 m · 4 sec
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Turn straight onto West 21st Avenue
1910 ft · 45 sec · West 21st Avenue
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Turn left onto South Tyler Street
2 mi · 4 min · South Tyler Street
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Continue on Highway 21
1.6 km · 2 min · Highway 21
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Take the ramp slight right toward I 12 West: Hammond
1787 ft · 44 sec
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Merge slight left onto West Florida Republic Parkway
18.8 mi · 20 min · West Florida Republic Parkway
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Take the exit slight right toward US 51 Business: Ponchatoula, Hammond
1441 ft · 35 sec
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Enter the roundabout and take exit 3 toward Veterans Avenue
83 m · 5 sec · Veterans Avenue
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Exit the roundabout onto Veterans Avenue
126 m · 8 sec · Veterans Avenue
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Enter the roundabout and take exit 1 toward Veterans Avenue
41 m · 2 sec · Veterans Avenue
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Exit the roundabout onto Veterans Avenue
884 ft · 17 sec · Veterans Avenue
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Enter the roundabout and take exit 2 toward Veterans Avenue
38 m · 2 sec · Veterans Avenue
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Exit the roundabout onto Veterans Avenue
2.6 mi · 4 min · Veterans Avenue
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Turn right
1562 ft · 30 sec
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Take the ramp slight right
1284 ft · 32 sec
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Keep slight left
866 ft · 21 sec
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Merge slight left onto Congressman Jimmy Morrison Highway
25.1 mi · 27 min · Congressman Jimmy Morrison Highway
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Take the exit slight right toward US 51, to I 10: Baton Rouge, La Place
1365 ft · 30 sec
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Keep slight right
753 ft · 16 sec
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Continue straight
3.2 mi · 5 min
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Arrive at your destination
0 m · 1 sec
Car Route Details
A richer read on the saved driving route between Covington and Laplace.
Highway-focused drive
Most of the mileage stays on named highways, so the important moments are ramps, exits, merges, and the final local approach.
Congressman Jimmy Morrison Highway
Merge slight left onto Congressman Jimmy Morrison Highway
25.1 mi · 00h 27m
Route Summary
A quick read on whether this route feels easy, ambitious, or worth planning around.
A comfortable day-trip route
This route works well as a day trip. You can leave in the morning, spend meaningful time at the destination, and still return the same day.
Showers And Thunderstorms Likely then Chance Showers And Thunderstorms leaving Covington and Chance Showers And Thunderstorms near Laplace.
Trip Questions
Direct answers travelers usually want before committing to the drive.
How long does it take to drive from Covington to Laplace?
The road trip is about 57.3 miles (92.2 km) and usually takes 00h 59m in normal driving conditions.
Is this a same-day trip or an overnight route?
This route works well as a day trip. You can leave in the morning, spend meaningful time at the destination, and still return the same day.
What is the halfway point on this route?
Ponchatoula is a useful midpoint, sitting about 27.6 miles from Covington and 29.8 miles from Laplace.
How much longer is the road route than the straight-line distance?
The direct path is about 36.2 miles (58.3 km), while the road route adds roughly 21.1 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 8:00 AM to 10:00 AM CDT. If you want a more comfortable same-day return, try to leave by 4:30 PM CDT.
How much will gas cost for this route?
Using about 28.3 MPG, regular gas is estimated at $7.65 one way or $15.30 round trip. Estimated CO2 is about 18 kg one way.
What should you check before leaving?
Before you leave, expect Showers And Thunderstorms Likely then Chance Showers And Thunderstorms around Covington and Chance Showers And Thunderstorms near Laplace.
Stop Ideas Near Ponchatoula
Useful break, food, and waypoint ideas within about 15 miles of the route midpoint.
Transit and Meeting Points
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Hammond
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Flight Path Map
This map shows the direct air route between Covington and Laplace. Straight-line distance: 36.24 mi (58.33 km).
#1 Covington
City in St.
| Population | 10,560 |
| Coordinates | 30.4754900, -90.1004200 |
| Altitude | 8 |
| Country | United States |
#2 Laplace
Unincorporated suburban community and census-designated place in Saint John the Baptist Parish, Louisiana, United States of America
| Population | 29,872 |
| Coordinates | 30.0669800, -90.4814700 |
| Altitude | 3 |
| Country | United States |
End: (-90.481509, 30.067001)
Estimated Travel Time
Distance: 92 km by road
| Speed | Time |
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| 30 mph (48.3 km/h) | 01h 54m |
| 40 mph (64.37 km/h) | 01h 25m |
| 50 mph (80.47 km/h) | 01h 08m |
| 60 mph (96.56 km/h) | 00h 57m |
| 70 mph (112.65 km/h) | 00h 49m |
| 80 mph (129 km/h) | 00h 42m |
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 | $3.79 | $7.65 | $15.30 |
| Mid-grade | $4.26 | $8.60 | $17.21 |
| Premium | $4.63 | $9.34 | $18.69 |
| Diesel | $5.42 | $10.94 | $21.88 |
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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