How far is Mansfield, LA from New Orleans, LA?
Fastest route
The distance from Mansfield, Louisiana (zip code 71052) to New Orleans, Louisiana, is approximately 286 miles (460 kilometers). The estimated travel time is 4 hours and 23 minutes via the route I-49 S, U.S. Hwy 71 S, and I-10 E.
Directions
- Get on I-49 S from Mansfield, Louisiana.
- Continue onto US-84 E/McArthur Dr and follow US-84 E.
- Merge onto I-49 S via the ramp to Alexandria.
- Follow I-49 S and take exit 80 to merge onto US-167 S/US-71 S/U.S. Hwy 71 S toward MacArthur Dr.
- Merge onto US-71 S/U.S. Hwy 71 S and continue.
- Take the ramp onto U.S. Hwy 190 E and then make a slight right onto Access Dr.
- Turn left to merge onto I-10 E toward Baton Rouge.
- Follow I-10 E to Poydras St in New Orleans, taking exit 234B from I-10 E.
- Keep right and continue on Poydras St, then turn left onto Carondelet St to reach New Orleans, Louisiana.
Tips & Suggestions
- 🚗 Plan ahead and check for any traffic updates or road closures before starting your journey.
- ⛽ Make sure your vehicle is in good condition and has enough fuel for the trip.
- 🍴 Consider taking breaks along the way to rest and grab some food.
- 📱 Use a GPS or a navigation app to stay on the right route and avoid getting lost.
- 🚦 Obey all traffic laws and speed limits to ensure a safe journey.
- 🕑 Allow some extra time for unexpected delays or traffic congestion.
- 🌇 Enjoy the scenic views during your drive and capture memorable moments!
Reverse, save, or send this route
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This drive is better planned with a longer stop or an overnight stay.
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 04h 38m.
An early departure helps you fit a real stop into the day without turning the return into a late-night drive.
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.
Town in St.
Route Weather Snapshot
Check the forecast at both ends before you head out.
Partly Sunny then Slight Chance Showers And Thunderstorms
Mostly Sunny
Driving Route Map
The map below follows the saved road route between Mansfield and New Orleans.
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Mansfield and New Orleans.
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Start on Polk Street
1491 ft · 25 sec · Polk Street
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Turn straight onto McArthur Drive
8 mi · 12 min · McArthur Drive
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Take the ramp slight right
1700 ft · 41 sec
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Merge slight left
152.6 mi · 2 hr 34 min
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Take the exit slight right toward US 190: Baton Rouge, Opelousas
2681 ft · 1 min
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Keep slight left to continue on US 190 East: Baton Rouge
110 m · 10 sec
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Merge slight right
49.5 mi · 1 hr 3 min
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Keep slight right
3.6 mi · 5 min
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Turn left onto I 10 East: Baton Rouge
1512 ft · 37 sec
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Merge slight left
78.6 mi · 1 hr 30 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 Mansfield 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.
McArthur Drive
Merge slight left
153 mi · 02h 34m
Route Summary
A quick read on whether this route feels easy, ambitious, or worth planning around.
A longer out-and-back drive
This is still possible in one day, but it becomes a long driving day. Leaving early and planning your stop window matters more here.
Partly Sunny then Slight Chance Showers And Thunderstorms leaving Mansfield and Mostly Sunny near New Orleans.
Trip Questions
Direct answers travelers usually want before committing to the drive.
How long does it take to drive from Mansfield to New Orleans?
The road trip is about 299.3 miles (481.6 km) and usually takes 04h 38m in normal driving conditions.
Is this a same-day trip or an overnight route?
This is still possible in one day, but it becomes a long driving day. Leaving early and planning your stop window matters more here.
What is the halfway point on this route?
Washington is a useful midpoint, sitting about 149.3 miles from Mansfield and 149.9 miles from New Orleans.
How much longer is the road route than the straight-line distance?
The direct path is about 258.4 miles (415.9 km), while the road route adds roughly 40.9 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 6:00 AM to 8:00 AM CDT. If you want a more comfortable same-day return, try to leave by 7:44 AM CDT.
How much will gas cost for this route?
Using about 28.3 MPG, regular gas is estimated at $39.99 one way or $79.98 round trip. Estimated CO2 is about 93.8 kg one way.
What should you check before leaving?
Before you leave, expect Partly Sunny then Slight Chance Showers And Thunderstorms around Mansfield and Mostly Sunny near New Orleans.
Stop Ideas Near Washington
Useful break, food, and waypoint ideas within about 15 miles of the route midpoint.
Port Barre Park
Washington Town Hall
Port Barre Community Center
Transit and Meeting Points
Useful pickup, handoff, or rendezvous points close to Washington.
Lafayette
New Iberia
Baton Rouge, Louisiana
Lake Charles
Flight Path Map
This map shows the direct air route between Mansfield and New Orleans. Straight-line distance: 258.45 mi (415.94 km).
#1 Mansfield
City in DeSoto Parish, Louisiana, United States
| Population | 4,579 |
| Coordinates | 32.0376600, -93.7001800 |
| Altitude | 102 |
| 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: 482 km by road
| Speed | Time |
|---|---|
| 30 mph (48.3 km/h) | 09h 58m |
| 40 mph (64.37 km/h) | 07h 28m |
| 50 mph (80.47 km/h) | 05h 59m |
| 60 mph (96.56 km/h) | 04h 59m |
| 70 mph (112.65 km/h) | 04h 16m |
| 80 mph (129 km/h) | 03h 43m |
Fuel, Round Trip and CO2
Estimated fuel cost and emissions for this route.
| Fuel | $/gal | One way | Round trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| Regular gas | $3.79 | $39.99 | $79.98 |
| Mid-grade | $4.26 | $44.98 | $89.95 |
| Premium | $4.63 | $48.84 | $97.68 |
| Diesel | $5.42 | $57.18 | $114.36 |
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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