How far is Marrero, LA from Bayou Cane, LA?
The driving distance from Marrero, LA to Bayou Cane, LA is about 52.3 miles (84.2 km), with a travel time of about 01h 14m by car.
- The straight-line flight distance is about 43.4 miles (69.9 km).
- For a round trip, plan for roughly 02h 28m 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 14m.
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Driving Route Map
The map below follows the saved road route between Marrero and Bayou Cane.
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Marrero and Bayou Cane.
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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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Keep slight right to continue on Westbank Expressway
9.1 mi · 14 min · Westbank Expressway
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Continue straight
11 mi · 18 min
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Continue straight
1695 ft · 26 sec
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Continue straight
2419 ft · 37 sec
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Continue straight
15.4 mi · 18 min
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Take the exit slight right toward LA 182: Houma
1213 ft · 21 sec
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Keep slight left to continue on LA 182 West: Houma
149 m · 14 sec
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Turn left onto LA 182 West: Houma
62 m · 5 sec
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Continue straight
5.7 mi · 8 min
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Turn right onto Coteau Road
1.9 mi · 3 min · Coteau Road
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Turn left onto Bayou Gardens Boulevard
2.2 mi · 4 min · Bayou Gardens Boulevard
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Turn left onto West Main Street
1.5 km · 1 min · West Main Street
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Arrive at your destination
0 m · 1 sec · West Main Street
Car Route Details
A richer read on the saved driving route between Marrero and Bayou Cane.
Highway-focused drive
Most of the mileage stays on named highways, so the important moments are ramps, exits, merges, and the final local approach.
Westbank Expressway
Continue straight
15.4 mi · 00h 18m
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 Sunny leaving Marrero and Mostly Sunny then Slight Chance Showers And Thunderstorms near Bayou Cane.
Trip Questions
Direct answers travelers usually want before committing to the drive.
How long does it take to drive from Marrero to Bayou Cane?
The road trip is about 52.3 miles (84.2 km) and usually takes 01h 14m 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?
Des Allemands is a useful midpoint, sitting about 26.2 miles from Marrero and 26.2 miles from Bayou Cane.
How much longer is the road route than the straight-line distance?
The direct path is about 43.4 miles (69.9 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 4:02 PM CDT.
How much will gas cost for this route?
Using about 28.3 MPG, regular gas is estimated at $7.01 one way or $14.01 round trip. Estimated CO2 is about 16.4 kg one way.
What should you check before leaving?
Before you leave, expect Mostly Sunny around Marrero and Mostly Sunny then Slight Chance Showers And Thunderstorms near Bayou Cane.
Stop Ideas Near Des Allemands
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 Des Allemands.
Schriever
New Orleans Union Passenger Terminal
Hammond
Slidell
Flight Path Map
This map shows the direct air route between Marrero and Bayou Cane. Straight-line distance: 43.42 mi (69.88 km).
#1 Marrero
CDP in Jefferson Parish, Louisiana
| Population | 33,141 |
| Coordinates | 29.8993700, -90.1003500 |
| Altitude | 1 |
| Country | United States |
#2 Bayou Cane
City in Louisiana, United States of America
| Population | 19,355 |
| Coordinates | 29.6241000, -90.7512000 |
| Altitude | 2 |
| Country | United States |
End: Bayou Cane (-90.7512, 29.6241)
Estimated Travel Time
Distance: 84 km by road
| Speed | Time |
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| 30 mph (48.3 km/h) | 01h 44m |
| 40 mph (64.37 km/h) | 01h 18m |
| 50 mph (80.47 km/h) | 01h 02m |
| 60 mph (96.56 km/h) | 00h 52m |
| 70 mph (112.65 km/h) | 00h 44m |
| 80 mph (129 km/h) | 00h 39m |
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 | $7.01 | $14.01 |
| Mid-grade | $4.26 | $7.88 | $15.76 |
| Premium | $4.63 | $8.56 | $17.11 |
| Diesel | $5.42 | $10.02 | $20.04 |
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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