How far is Marrero, LA from Amite, LA?
The driving distance from Marrero, LA to Amite, LA is about 77.2 miles (124.3 km), with a travel time of about 01h 36m by car.
- The straight-line flight distance is about 62.1 miles (100 km).
- For a round trip, plan for roughly 03h 12m 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 01h 36m.
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Halfway Point
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Unincorporated suburban community and census-designated place in Saint John the Baptist Parish, Louisiana, United States of America
Route Weather Snapshot
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Slight Chance Rain Showers then Slight Chance Showers And Thunderstorms
Mostly Sunny then Slight Chance Showers And Thunderstorms
Driving Route Map
The map below follows the saved road route between Marrero and Amite.
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Marrero and Amite.
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Start on Barataria Boulevard
105 m · 13 sec · Barataria Boulevard
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Continue on Barataria Boulevard
1975 ft · 58 sec · Barataria Boulevard
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Turn right onto Westbank Expressway
40 m · 3 sec · Westbank Expressway
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Take the ramp slight left toward US 90 Business West
1280 ft · 31 sec
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Merge slight left onto Westbank Expressway
4.2 mi · 5 min · Westbank Expressway
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Turn right onto Nine Mile Point Road
2385 ft · 1 min · Nine Mile Point Road
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Continue on West Nine Mile Point Road
978 ft · 27 sec · West Nine Mile Point Road
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Turn right
2.6 mi · 4 min
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Continue straight
3.8 mi · 8 min
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Take the exit slight right toward I 10 West: Baton Rouge
1975 ft · 51 sec
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Keep slight left
1700 ft · 41 sec
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Merge slight left
16.3 mi · 20 min
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Take the exit slight right toward I 55 North: Hammond
1.1 mi · 2 min
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Continue straight
45.6 mi · 49 min
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Take the exit slight right toward Montpelier, Amite City
1171 ft · 29 sec
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Turn right
1.4 mi · 2 min
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Turn right onto Southwest Central Avenue
11 m · 1 sec · Southwest Central Avenue
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Arrive at your destination
0 m · 1 sec · Southwest Central Avenue
Car Route Details
A richer read on the saved driving route between Marrero and Amite.
Highway-focused drive
Most of the mileage stays on named highways, so the important moments are ramps, exits, merges, and the final local approach.
I 55 North
Continue straight
45.6 mi · 00h 49m
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.
Slight Chance Rain Showers then Slight Chance Showers And Thunderstorms leaving Marrero and Mostly Sunny then Slight Chance Showers And Thunderstorms near Amite.
Trip Questions
Direct answers travelers usually want before committing to the drive.
How long does it take to drive from Marrero to Amite?
The road trip is about 77.2 miles (124.3 km) and usually takes 01h 36m 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?
Laplace is a useful midpoint, sitting about 38.7 miles from Marrero and 38.6 miles from Amite.
How much longer is the road route than the straight-line distance?
The direct path is about 62.1 miles (100 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 3:18 PM CDT.
How much will gas cost for this route?
Using about 28.3 MPG, regular gas is estimated at $10.34 one way or $20.68 round trip. Estimated CO2 is about 24.3 kg one way.
What should you check before leaving?
Before you leave, expect Slight Chance Rain Showers then Slight Chance Showers And Thunderstorms around Marrero and Mostly Sunny then Slight Chance Showers And Thunderstorms near Amite.
Stop Ideas Near Laplace
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 Laplace.
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Flight Path Map
This map shows the direct air route between Marrero and Amite. Straight-line distance: 62.13 mi (99.99 km).
#1 Marrero
CDP in Jefferson Parish, Louisiana
| Population | 33,141 |
| Coordinates | 29.8993700, -90.1003500 |
| Altitude | 1 |
| Country | United States |
#2 Amite
Town in Louisiana
| Population | 4,640 |
| Coordinates | 30.7265700, -90.5089800 |
| Altitude | 35 |
| Country | United States |
End: Amite (-90.50898, 30.72657)
Estimated Travel Time
Distance: 124 km by road
| Speed | Time |
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| 30 mph (48.3 km/h) | 02h 34m |
| 40 mph (64.37 km/h) | 01h 55m |
| 50 mph (80.47 km/h) | 01h 32m |
| 60 mph (96.56 km/h) | 01h 17m |
| 70 mph (112.65 km/h) | 01h 06m |
| 80 mph (129 km/h) | 00h 57m |
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 | $10.34 | $20.68 |
| Mid-grade | $4.26 | $11.63 | $23.25 |
| Premium | $4.63 | $12.63 | $25.25 |
| Diesel | $5.42 | $14.78 | $29.57 |
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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