How far is Gonzales, LA from Houma, LA?
The driving distance from Gonzales, LA to Houma, LA is about 61.1 miles (98.3 km), with a travel time of about 01h 26m by car.
- The straight-line flight distance is about 46 miles (74 km).
- For a round trip, plan for roughly 02h 52m 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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Drive time stays fixed at 01h 26m.
A morning start gives you useful time at the destination and keeps the return out of the late evening.
You are leaving earlier than the recommended window, which gives you extra margin for breaks and traffic.
Halfway Point
A useful midpoint for breaks, coffee, or meeting in the middle.
City in Louisiana, United States of America
Route Weather Snapshot
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Slight Chance Showers And Thunderstorms
Driving Route Map
The map below follows the saved road route between Gonzales and Houma.
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Gonzales and Houma.
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Start on East Ascension Street
2825 ft · 1 min · East Ascension Street
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Turn right onto Airline Highway
17.9 mi · 23 min · Airline Highway
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Turn right
6.8 mi · 9 min
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Turn right
2.3 mi · 3 min
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Turn left
2.2 mi · 3 min
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Turn straight
9 mi · 13 min
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Continue on Louisiana 20
3.1 mi · 4 min · Louisiana 20
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Continue on North Canal Boulevard
610 ft · 11 sec · North Canal Boulevard
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Turn right onto Saint Patrick Street
2.6 mi · 4 min · Saint Patrick Street
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Continue on Saint Patrick Bridge
121 m · 9 sec · Saint Patrick Bridge
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Continue on Jackson Street
1.1 km · 1 min · Jackson Street
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Enter the roundabout and take exit 2 toward Canal Boulevard
42 m · 2 sec · Canal Boulevard
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Exit the roundabout onto Canal Boulevard
1.2 km · 1 min · Canal Boulevard
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Continue on Main Street
14.3 mi · 23 min · Main Street
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Turn right onto Lafayette Street
60 m · 10 sec · Lafayette Street
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Turn left onto School Street
1523 ft · 1 min · School Street
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Arrive at your destination
0 m · 1 sec · School Street
Car Route Details
A richer read on the saved driving route between Gonzales and Houma.
Straightforward drive
The saved road route has a manageable number of maneuvers and should be easy to follow with normal attention to signs.
Airline Highway
Turn right onto Airline Highway
17.9 mi · 00h 23m
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 Clear leaving Gonzales and Slight Chance Showers And Thunderstorms near Houma.
Trip Questions
Direct answers travelers usually want before committing to the drive.
How long does it take to drive from Gonzales to Houma?
The road trip is about 61.1 miles (98.3 km) and usually takes 01h 26m 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?
South Vacherie is a useful midpoint, sitting about 30.4 miles from Gonzales and 30.7 miles from Houma.
How much longer is the road route than the straight-line distance?
The direct path is about 46 miles (74 km), while the road route adds roughly 15.1 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 3:38 PM CDT.
How much will gas cost for this route?
Using about 28.3 MPG, regular gas is estimated at $8.18 one way or $16.36 round trip. Estimated CO2 is about 19.2 kg one way.
What should you check before leaving?
Before you leave, expect Mostly Clear around Gonzales and Slight Chance Showers And Thunderstorms near Houma.
Stop Ideas Near South Vacherie
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 South Vacherie.
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Flight Path Map
This map shows the direct air route between Gonzales and Houma. Straight-line distance: 46.01 mi (74.04 km).
#1 Gonzales
City in Louisiana, United States
| Population | 11,245 |
| Coordinates | 30.2385300, -90.9201000 |
| Altitude | 3 |
| Country | United States |
#2 Houma
Only incorporated city and parish seat of Terrebonne Parish, Louisiana, United States
| Population | 32,467 |
| Coordinates | 29.5957700, -90.7195300 |
| Altitude | 3 |
| Country | United States |
End: School Street (-90.719517, 29.595846)
Estimated Travel Time
Distance: 98 km by road
| Speed | Time |
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| 30 mph (48.3 km/h) | 02h 02m |
| 40 mph (64.37 km/h) | 01h 31m |
| 50 mph (80.47 km/h) | 01h 13m |
| 60 mph (96.56 km/h) | 01h 01m |
| 70 mph (112.65 km/h) | 00h 52m |
| 80 mph (129 km/h) | 00h 45m |
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 | $8.18 | $16.36 |
| Mid-grade | $4.26 | $9.20 | $18.40 |
| Premium | $4.63 | $9.99 | $19.98 |
| Diesel | $5.42 | $11.70 | $23.39 |
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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