How far is Marrero, LA from Bayou Vista, LA?
The driving distance from Marrero, LA to Bayou Vista, LA is about 82.7 miles (133.1 km), with a travel time of about 01h 44m by car.
- The straight-line flight distance is about 71.6 miles (115.3 km).
- For a round trip, plan for roughly 03h 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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Driving Route Map
The map below follows the saved road route between Marrero and Bayou Vista.
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Marrero and Bayou Vista.
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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
56.2 mi · 1 hr 2 min
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Turn right onto Universe Road
1325 ft · 1 min · Universe Road
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At the end of the road, turn right onto State Route 182
2824 ft · 56 sec · State Route 182
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Arrive at your destination
0 m · 1 sec
Car Route Details
A richer read on the saved driving route between Marrero and Bayou Vista.
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
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56.2 mi · 01h 02m
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.
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Trip Questions
Direct answers travelers usually want before committing to the drive.
How long does it take to drive from Marrero to Bayou Vista?
The road trip is about 82.7 miles (133.1 km) and usually takes 01h 44m 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?
Raceland is a useful midpoint, sitting about 41.3 miles from Marrero and 41.4 miles from Bayou Vista.
How much longer is the road route than the straight-line distance?
The direct path is about 71.6 miles (115.3 km), while the road route adds roughly 11.1 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 3:02 PM CDT.
How much will gas cost for this route?
Using about 28.3 MPG, regular gas is estimated at $11.06 one way or $22.12 round trip. Estimated CO2 is about 26 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 Chance Showers And Thunderstorms near Bayou Vista.
Stop Ideas Near Raceland
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Transit and Meeting Points
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Flight Path Map
This map shows the direct air route between Marrero and Bayou Vista. Straight-line distance: 71.67 mi (115.34 km).
#1 Marrero
CDP in Jefferson Parish, Louisiana
| Population | 33,141 |
| Coordinates | 29.8993700, -90.1003500 |
| Altitude | 1 |
| Country | United States |
#2 Bayou Vista
City in Saint Mary Parish, Louisiana, United States
| Population | 4,652 |
| Coordinates | 29.6896500, -91.2709400 |
| Altitude | 2 |
| Country | United States |
End: Bayou Vista (-91.27094, 29.68965)
Estimated Travel Time
Distance: 133 km by road
| Speed | Time |
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| 30 mph (48.3 km/h) | 02h 45m |
| 40 mph (64.37 km/h) | 02h 04m |
| 50 mph (80.47 km/h) | 01h 39m |
| 60 mph (96.56 km/h) | 01h 22m |
| 70 mph (112.65 km/h) | 01h 10m |
| 80 mph (129 km/h) | 01h 01m |
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 | $11.06 | $22.12 |
| Mid-grade | $4.26 | $12.44 | $24.87 |
| Premium | $4.63 | $13.50 | $27.01 |
| Diesel | $5.42 | $15.81 | $31.62 |
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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