How far is Erath, LA from New Orleans, LA?
The driving distance from Erath, LA to New Orleans, LA is about 143.7 miles (231.3 km), with a travel time of about 02h 22m by car.
- The straight-line flight distance is about 117.4 miles (188.9 km).
- For a round trip, plan for roughly 04h 45m 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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Leave and Arrive Planner
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Drive time stays fixed at 02h 22m.
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Halfway Point
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City in Louisiana, United States of America
Route Weather Snapshot
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Driving Route Map
The map below follows the saved road route between Erath and New Orleans.
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Erath and New Orleans.
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Start on North Kibbe Street
13 m · 7 sec · North Kibbe Street
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Turn left onto West Lastie Street
1.3 km · 1 min · West Lastie Street
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Continue on Veterans Memorial Drive
1938 ft · 40 sec · Veterans Memorial Drive
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Continue on Veterans Memorial Drive
854 ft · 14 sec · Veterans Memorial Drive
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Continue on Veteran Memorial Drive
1.5 km · 1 min · Veteran Memorial Drive
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Turn straight onto Veterans Memorial Drive
1.1 km · 60 sec · Veterans Memorial Drive
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Continue on LA 14
8.6 mi · 13 min · LA 14
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Take the ramp right
1779 ft · 43 sec
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Merge slight left
105 mi · 1 hr 58 min
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Take the exit slight left toward I 310 North, LA 3127 North: Donaldsonville, New Orleans
847 ft · 23 sec
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Continue straight
11.1 mi · 12 min
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Keep slight right to continue on I 10 East: New Orleans
1.2 km · 1 min
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Merge slight left
9.6 mi · 12 min
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Keep slight right to continue on Pontchartrain Expressway
3.5 mi · 4 min · Pontchartrain Expressway
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Keep slight right
2544 ft · 36 sec
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Take the exit slight left toward Poydras Street, Superdome
1368 ft · 37 sec
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Turn left onto South Claiborne Avenue
1555 ft · 41 sec · South Claiborne Avenue
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Turn right onto Tulane Avenue
1639 ft · 42 sec · Tulane Avenue
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Arrive at your destination
0 m · 1 sec · Tulane Avenue
Car Route Details
A richer read on the saved driving route between Erath and New Orleans.
Interchange-aware route
The drive includes several ramps, exits, or merges, so checking the next few maneuvers before busy interchanges is useful.
LA 14
Merge slight left
105 mi · 01h 58m
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 leaving Erath and Slight Chance Showers And Thunderstorms then Showers And Thunderstorms Likely near New Orleans.
Trip Questions
Direct answers travelers usually want before committing to the drive.
How long does it take to drive from Erath to New Orleans?
The road trip is about 143.7 miles (231.3 km) and usually takes 02h 22m 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?
Labadieville is a useful midpoint, sitting about 71.6 miles from Erath and 72.1 miles from New Orleans.
How much longer is the road route than the straight-line distance?
The direct path is about 117.4 miles (188.9 km), while the road route adds roughly 26.3 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 1:44 PM CDT.
How much will gas cost for this route?
Using about 28.3 MPG, regular gas is estimated at $19.20 one way or $38.40 round trip. Estimated CO2 is about 45.1 kg one way.
What should you check before leaving?
Before you leave, expect Showers And Thunderstorms Likely around Erath and Slight Chance Showers And Thunderstorms then Showers And Thunderstorms Likely near New Orleans.
Stop Ideas Near Labadieville
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 Labadieville.
Schriever
Baton Rouge, Louisiana
New Orleans Union Passenger Terminal
New Iberia
Flight Path Map
This map shows the direct air route between Erath and New Orleans. Straight-line distance: 117.38 mi (188.91 km).
#1 Erath
City in Louisiana, United States of America
| Population | 2,030 |
| Coordinates | 29.9582600, -92.0359600 |
| Altitude | 2 |
| Country | United States |
#2 New Orleans
The most populous city in Louisiana and the center of the New Orleans metropolitan area.
| Population | 389,476 |
| Coordinates | 29.9546500, -90.0750700 |
| Altitude | 0 |
| Country | United States |
End: Tulane Avenue (-90.07507, 29.954633)
Estimated Travel Time
Distance: 231 km by road
| Speed | Time |
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| 30 mph (48.3 km/h) | 04h 47m |
| 40 mph (64.37 km/h) | 03h 35m |
| 50 mph (80.47 km/h) | 02h 52m |
| 60 mph (96.56 km/h) | 02h 23m |
| 70 mph (112.65 km/h) | 02h 03m |
| 80 mph (129 km/h) | 01h 47m |
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 | $19.20 | $38.40 |
| Mid-grade | $4.26 | $21.59 | $43.19 |
| Premium | $4.63 | $23.45 | $46.90 |
| Diesel | $5.42 | $27.45 | $54.91 |
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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