How far is Folsom, LA from Colt, LA?
The driving distance from Folsom, LA to Colt, LA is about 34.7 miles (55.8 km), with a travel time of about 00h 45m by car.
- The straight-line flight distance is about 30.9 miles (49.8 km).
- For a round trip, plan for roughly 01h 31m 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 00h 45m.
A morning start gives you useful time at the destination and keeps the return out of the late evening.
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Halfway Point
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Route Weather Snapshot
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Driving Route Map
The map below follows the saved road route between Folsom and Colt.
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Folsom and Colt.
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Start on Cleveland Street
37 m · 8 sec · Cleveland Street
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Turn left onto Highway 25
10.3 mi · 15 min · Highway 25
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Continue on Collins Boulevard
5.5 mi · 9 min · Collins Boulevard
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Take the exit slight right toward I 12 East: Slidell
1268 ft · 31 sec
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Merge slight left onto West Florida Republic Parkway
17.2 mi · 18 min · West Florida Republic Parkway
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Take the exit slight right toward Airport Drive, North Shore Boulevard
2028 ft · 51 sec
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Turn right onto Northshore Boulevard
3233 ft · 58 sec · Northshore Boulevard
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At the end of the road, turn right onto Gause Boulevard West
2390 ft · 42 sec · Gause Boulevard West
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Arrive at your destination
0 m · 1 sec · Gause Boulevard West
Car Route Details
A richer read on the saved driving route between Folsom and Colt.
Straightforward drive
The saved road route has a manageable number of maneuvers and should be easy to follow with normal attention to signs.
West Florida Republic Parkway
Merge slight left onto West Florida Republic Parkway
17.2 mi · 00h 18m
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.
Mostly Sunny leaving Folsom and Mostly Sunny near Colt.
Trip Questions
Direct answers travelers usually want before committing to the drive.
How long does it take to drive from Folsom to Colt?
The road trip is about 34.7 miles (55.8 km) and usually takes 00h 45m 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?
Abita Springs is a useful midpoint, sitting about 17.3 miles from Folsom and 17.3 miles from Colt.
How much longer is the road route than the straight-line distance?
The direct path is about 30.9 miles (49.8 km), while the road route adds roughly 3.8 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 4:58 PM CDT.
How much will gas cost for this route?
Using about 28.3 MPG, regular gas is estimated at $4.62 one way or $9.24 round trip. Estimated CO2 is about 10.8 kg one way.
What should you check before leaving?
Before you leave, expect Mostly Sunny around Folsom and Mostly Sunny near Colt.
Stop Ideas Near Abita Springs
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 Abita Springs.
Slidell
Picayune
Hammond
New Orleans Union Passenger Terminal
Flight Path Map
This map shows the direct air route between Folsom and Colt. Straight-line distance: 30.96 mi (49.83 km).
#2 Colt
Colt is a place in Louisiana, United States.
| Population | 0 |
| Coordinates | 30.3018600, -89.8334000 |
| Altitude | 4 |
| Country | United States |
End: Colt (-89.8334, 30.30186)
Estimated Travel Time
Distance: 56 km by road
| Speed | Time |
|---|---|
| 30 mph (48.3 km/h) | 01h 09m |
| 40 mph (64.37 km/h) | 00h 52m |
| 50 mph (80.47 km/h) | 00h 41m |
| 60 mph (96.56 km/h) | 00h 34m |
| 70 mph (112.65 km/h) | 00h 29m |
| 80 mph (129 km/h) | 00h 25m |
Fuel, Round Trip and CO2
Estimated fuel cost and emissions for this route.
| Fuel | $/gal | One way | Round trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| Regular gas | $3.79 | $4.62 | $9.24 |
| Mid-grade | $4.26 | $5.20 | $10.39 |
| Premium | $4.63 | $5.64 | $11.29 |
| Diesel | $5.42 | $6.61 | $13.21 |
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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