How far is Hammond, LA from Central, LA?
Fastest route
The route from Hammond, Louisiana, USA to Central, Louisiana, USA is approximately 43.2 miles and takes about 47 minutes via I-12 W.
Directions
- Start by heading south toward E Thomas St from Hammond, Louisiana.
- Turn right onto W Thomas St.
- Take a left at the 2nd cross street onto S Oak St.
- Continue onto US-51 BUS S.
- Pass by Church's Texas Chicken on the right in 0.9 mi.
- Follow I-12 W to LA-3245 N/O'Neal Ln in East Baton Rouge Parish and take exit 7 for O'Neal Ln.
- Take Central Throughway to Sullivan Rd in Central, and continue onto Sullivan Rd.
Tips & Suggestions
- 🚗 Drive south toward E Thomas St from your starting point.
- 🔄 Take a right onto W Thomas St.
- ⬅️ Turn left onto S Oak St.
- ➡️ Continue onto US-51 BUS S.
- 🍗 Pass by Church's Texas Chicken on the right in 0.9 mi.
- 🛣️ Follow I-12 W and take exit 7 for O'Neal Ln.
- 🗺️ Continue on Central Throughway and Sullivan Rd to reach your destination in Central, Louisiana.
Reverse, save, or send this route
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This route works well as a day trip with time at the destination.
Flight Distance
Driving Distance
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Leave and Arrive Planner
Pick a departure time to see your estimated arrival and same-day return window.
Drive time stays fixed at 00h 49m.
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.
Parish seat of Livingston Parish, Louisiana
Route Weather Snapshot
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Driving Route Map
The map below follows the saved road route between Hammond and Central.
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Hammond and Central.
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Start on West Charles Street
29 m · 6 sec · West Charles Street
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Turn right onto North Oak Street
2417 ft · 48 sec · North Oak Street
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3
Continue straight
1.3 mi · 2 min
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4
Turn right onto I 12 West: Baton Rouge
1892 ft · 43 sec
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5
Merge slight left onto West Florida Republic Parkway
32.5 mi · 35 min · West Florida Republic Parkway
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Take the exit slight right toward O'Neal Lane
1018 ft · 25 sec
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7
Keep slight right to continue on O'Neal Lane
84 m · 7 sec
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Turn right onto O'Neal Lane
1.2 mi · 2 min · O'Neal Lane
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9
Continue on O Neal Lane
2431 ft · 43 sec · O Neal Lane
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Continue on Central Throughway
1233 ft · 21 sec · Central Throughway
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11
Continue on Central Thruway
871 ft · 14 sec · Central Thruway
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12
Continue on Central Throughway
3.6 mi · 5 min · Central Throughway
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Continue on Sullivan Road
2.7 mi · 5 min · Sullivan Road
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14
Turn right onto Hooper Road
16 m · 1 sec · Hooper Road
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Arrive at your destination
0 m · 1 sec · Hooper Road
Car Route Details
A richer read on the saved driving route between Hammond and Central.
Highway-focused drive
Most of the mileage stays on named highways, so the important moments are ramps, exits, merges, and the final local approach.
West Florida Republic Parkway
Merge slight left onto West Florida Republic Parkway
32.5 mi · 00h 35m
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.
Rain Showers leaving Hammond and Rain Showers then Mostly Sunny near Central.
Trip Questions
Direct answers travelers usually want before committing to the drive.
How long does it take to drive from Hammond to Central?
The road trip is about 43.2 miles (69.6 km) and usually takes 00h 49m 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?
Livingston is a useful midpoint, sitting about 21.6 miles from Hammond and 21.6 miles from Central.
How much longer is the road route than the straight-line distance?
The direct path is about 34.3 miles (55.2 km), while the road route adds roughly 8.9 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 4:50 PM CDT.
How much will gas cost for this route?
Using about 28.3 MPG, regular gas is estimated at $5.76 one way or $11.51 round trip. Estimated CO2 is about 13.5 kg one way.
What should you check before leaving?
Before you leave, expect Rain Showers around Hammond and Rain Showers then Mostly Sunny near Central.
Stop Ideas Near Livingston
Useful break, food, and waypoint ideas within about 15 miles of the route midpoint.
Port Vincent Clerks Office
Central City Municipal Services
Transit and Meeting Points
Useful pickup, handoff, or rendezvous points close to Livingston.
Hammond
Baton Rouge, Louisiana
Schriever
McComb
Flight Path Map
This map shows the direct air route between Hammond and Central. Straight-line distance: 34.32 mi (55.24 km).
#1 Hammond
City in Tangipahoa Parish, Louisiana, United States
| Population | 21,359 |
| Coordinates | 30.5046300, -90.4629300 |
| Altitude | 13 |
| Country | United States |
#2 Central
Suburb city of Baton Rouge, located in East Baton Rouge Parish, Louisiana, United States
| Population | 29,450 |
| Coordinates | 30.5543500, -91.0367700 |
| Altitude | 20 |
| Country | United States |
End: Hooper Road (-91.036767, 30.554344)
Estimated Travel Time
Distance: 70 km by road
| Speed | Time |
|---|---|
| 30 mph (48.3 km/h) | 01h 26m |
| 40 mph (64.37 km/h) | 01h 04m |
| 50 mph (80.47 km/h) | 00h 51m |
| 60 mph (96.56 km/h) | 00h 43m |
| 70 mph (112.65 km/h) | 00h 37m |
| 80 mph (129 km/h) | 00h 32m |
Fuel, Round Trip and CO2
Estimated fuel cost and emissions for this route.
| Fuel | $/gal | One way | Round trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| Regular gas | $3.79 | $5.76 | $11.51 |
| Mid-grade | $4.26 | $6.47 | $12.95 |
| Premium | $4.63 | $7.03 | $14.06 |
| Diesel | $5.42 | $8.23 | $16.46 |
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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