How far is Killian, LA from French Settlement, LA?

The driving distance from Killian, LA to French Settlement, LA is about 20.6 miles (33.2 km), with a travel time of about 00h 32m by car.

  • The straight-line flight distance is about 13.2 miles (21.3 km).
  • For a round trip, plan for roughly 01h 04m of driving time before adding stops, traffic, or weather delays.
  • A comfortable departure window is usually 7:00 AM to 7:00 PM CDT.
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Reverse Route
Quick Snapshot
Road
20.65 mi
00h 32m
Flight
13.26 mi
21.34 km direct

This is an easy same-day return drive.

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Flight Distance

Direct air line
13.26 mi
Kilometers
21.34 km
Flight Time
00h 01m

Driving Distance

Road route
20.65 mi
Kilometers
33.23 km
Drive Time
00h 32m

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Drive time stays fixed at 00h 32m.

Arrival Snapshot
Arrive in French Settlement
Wed, Apr 15, 8:32 PM CDT
Return by in Killian
Wed, Apr 15, 9:04 PM CDT
Useful when you're deciding between a quick errand, a day trip, or a longer stop.
Leave Killian
2026-04-15T20:00
Arrive French Settlement
Wed, Apr 15, 8:32 PM CDT
Route Timing
00h 32m
One way by road
Best Departure Window
7:00 AM to 7:00 PM CDT
Leave when it suits your day
Arrive between
7:32 AM to 7:32 PM CDT

This is a short drive, so your comfort window is wide. Traffic and current weather matter more than the clock.

Leave by
7:26 PM CDT
Keeps a same-day return open with about 01h 30m at the destination.
Back in Killian
10:00 PM CDT
Flexible departure

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.

Mid-route stop
Port Vincent
LA

Human settlement in Louisiana, United States of America

From Killian
10.3 mi
00h 16m
To French Settlement
10.3 mi
00h 16m

Route Weather Snapshot

Check the forecast at both ends before you head out.

Origin
82°F
This Afternoon

Partly Sunny

Starts
Wed, Apr 15 1:00 PM CDT
Wind
10 mph SE
Destination
64°F
Overnight

Mostly Clear

Starts
Wed, Apr 15 1:00 AM CDT
Wind
0 mph

Driving Route Map

The map below follows the saved road route between Killian and French Settlement.

Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions

Step-by-step road directions between Killian and French Settlement.

  1. 1

    Start on the route

    156 m · 15 sec

  2. 2

    Turn right onto Highway 22

    17.5 mi · 27 min · Highway 22

  3. 3

    Enter the roundabout and take exit 1 toward LA 16

    6 m · 1 sec

  4. 4

    Exit the roundabout onto LA 16

    3 mi · 5 min

  5. 5

    Turn right

    3 m · 1 sec

  6. 6

    Arrive at your destination

    0 m · 1 sec

Car Route Details

A richer read on the saved driving route between Killian and French Settlement.

OSRM road route
Drive Character

Turn-heavy local drive

The route has frequent decision points for its length, so lane choice and turn timing will matter more than cruising speed.

Directions
6 steps
4 turns on the saved route
Ramps & Exits
2
0 merges, 2 ramps or exits
Navigation Density
29 / 100 mi
Decision points by distance
Main Roads
Highway 22
17.5 mi · 85%
LA 16
3.02 mi · 15%
Longest Stretch

Highway 22

Turn right onto Highway 22

17.5 mi · 00h 27m

Route Summary

A quick read on whether this route feels easy, ambitious, or worth planning around.

Trip Read

A short regional drive

This route is short enough to handle as a quick errand, commute, or easy same-day return without much planning overhead.

Drive Time
00h 32m
Quick drive
Same-Day Return
01h 04m
Round-trip wheel time
Road vs Air
+7.4 mi
13.2 mi direct line
Halfway Stop
Port Vincent
00h 16m from Killian
Leave By
7:26 PM CDT
Flexible departure
Weather Watch

Partly Sunny leaving Killian and Mostly Clear near French Settlement.

Trip Questions

Direct answers travelers usually want before committing to the drive.

How long does it take to drive from Killian to French Settlement?

The road trip is about 20.6 miles (33.2 km) and usually takes 00h 32m in normal driving conditions.

Is this a same-day trip or an overnight route?

This route is short enough to handle as a quick errand, commute, or easy same-day return without much planning overhead.

What is the halfway point on this route?

Port Vincent is a useful midpoint, sitting about 10.3 miles from Killian and 10.3 miles from French Settlement.

How much longer is the road route than the straight-line distance?

The direct path is about 13.2 miles (21.3 km), while the road route adds roughly 7.4 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 7:00 AM to 7:00 PM CDT. If you want a more comfortable same-day return, try to leave by 7:26 PM CDT.

How much will gas cost for this route?

Using about 28.3 MPG, regular gas is estimated at $2.76 one way or $5.53 round trip. Estimated CO2 is about 6.5 kg one way.

What should you check before leaving?

Before you leave, expect Partly Sunny around Killian and Mostly Clear near French Settlement.

Stop Ideas Near Port Vincent

Useful break, food, and waypoint ideas within about 15 miles of the route midpoint.

Mid-route Guidance
These suggestions come from reviewed places and nearby services around Port Vincent and the surrounding midpoint area.
Port Vincent Clerks Office
Practical stop 9.3 mi away

Port Vincent Clerks Office

Denham Springs , LA
18235 LA-16, Denham Springs, LA 70726
Garbage collection service
French Settlement Town Hall
Meeting point 6.1 mi away

French Settlement Town Hall

French Settlement , LA
16015 LA-16, French Settlement, LA 70733
Rating 4.5/5 2 reviews City Hall,City government office

Transit and Meeting Points

Useful pickup, handoff, or rendezvous points close to Port Vincent.

BUS

Baton Rouge, Louisiana

34 mi away
1253 Florida St.
RAIL

Hammond

42 mi away
404 N.E. Railroad Ave.
RAIL

Schriever

65 mi away
Hwy 20 and Hwy 24
UNK

New Orleans Union Passenger Terminal

86 mi away
1001 Loyola Avenue

Flight Path Map

This map shows the direct air route between Killian and French Settlement. Straight-line distance: 13.26 mi (21.34 km).

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#1 Killian

Human settlement in Louisiana, United States of America

Population1,337
Coordinates30.3588100, -90.5862000
Altitude4
CountryUnited States
French Settlement

#2 French Settlement

City in Louisiana, United States of America

Population1,227
Coordinates30.2959900, -90.7963000
Altitude4
CountryUnited States
Start: Killian (-90.5862, 30.35881)
End: French Settlement (-90.7963, 30.29599)

Estimated Travel Time

Distance: 33 km by road

SpeedTime
30 mph (48.3 km/h)00h 41m
40 mph (64.37 km/h)00h 30m
50 mph (80.47 km/h)00h 24m
60 mph (96.56 km/h)00h 20m
70 mph (112.65 km/h)00h 17m
80 mph (129 km/h)00h 15m

Fuel, Round Trip and CO2

Estimated fuel cost and emissions for this route.

One-way fuel
0.73 gal
2.76 L · about $2.76
Round trip
$5.53
1.46 gal · 5.52 L
Estimated CO2
6.5 kg one way
Round trip: 13 kg / 29 lb CO2, using regular gasoline.
Fuel$/galOne wayRound trip
Regular gas $3.79 $2.76 $5.53
Mid-grade $4.26 $3.11 $6.22
Premium $4.63 $3.38 $6.75
Diesel $5.42 $3.95 $7.91

Assumes 8.3 L/100 km (about 28.3 MPG). CO2 is an estimate and varies by vehicle, fuel blend, traffic, and terrain.

Prices in Louisiana · Apr 16, 2026

There is no time difference between Killian and French Settlement. The current time is 20:00:00.

Distance to Other Cities

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How did we calculate? Place names are translated into coordinates. The Haversine formula calculates straight-line distance; driving distance uses road network data.