How far is Marrero, LA from Youngsville, LA?
The driving distance from Marrero, LA to Youngsville, LA is about 137.5 miles (221.3 km), with a travel time of about 02h 45m by car.
- The straight-line flight distance is about 113.9 miles (183.3 km).
- For a round trip, plan for roughly 05h 30m 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 02h 45m.
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City in Louisiana, United States
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Driving Route Map
The map below follows the saved road route between Marrero and Youngsville.
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Marrero and Youngsville.
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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
107.1 mi · 1 hr 58 min
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Keep slight right to continue on Veterans Memorial Expressway
1083 ft · 14 sec · Veterans Memorial Expressway
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Keep slight right to continue on Veterans Memorial Expressway
1888 ft · 24 sec · Veterans Memorial Expressway
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Keep slight right to continue on Veterans Memorial Expressway
2246 ft · 29 sec · Veterans Memorial Expressway
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Keep slight right to continue on Veterans Memorial Expressway
1189 ft · 15 sec · Veterans Memorial Expressway
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Keep slight right to continue on Veterans Memorial Expressway
1056 ft · 14 sec · Veterans Memorial Expressway
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Take the exit slight left toward Young Street
771 ft · 21 sec · Young Street
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Continue on Young Street
2.4 mi · 4 min · Young Street
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Turn straight onto Iberia Street
2655 ft · 54 sec · Iberia Street
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Enter the roundabout and take exit 3 toward the route
55 m · 4 sec
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Exit the roundabout
42 m · 6 sec
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Continue on Lafayette Street
689 ft · 14 sec · Lafayette Street
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Arrive at your destination
0 m · 1 sec · Lafayette Street
Car Route Details
A richer read on the saved driving route between Marrero and Youngsville.
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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107 mi · 01h 58m
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 Showers And Thunderstorms leaving Marrero and Chance Rain Showers then Mostly Cloudy near Youngsville.
Trip Questions
Direct answers travelers usually want before committing to the drive.
How long does it take to drive from Marrero to Youngsville?
The road trip is about 137.5 miles (221.3 km) and usually takes 02h 45m 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?
Morgan City is a useful midpoint, sitting about 68.7 miles from Marrero and 68.8 miles from Youngsville.
How much longer is the road route than the straight-line distance?
The direct path is about 113.9 miles (183.3 km), while the road route adds roughly 23.6 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 1:00 PM CDT.
How much will gas cost for this route?
Using about 28.3 MPG, regular gas is estimated at $18.37 one way or $36.73 round trip. Estimated CO2 is about 43.1 kg one way.
What should you check before leaving?
Before you leave, expect Slight Chance Showers And Thunderstorms around Marrero and Chance Rain Showers then Mostly Cloudy near Youngsville.
Stop Ideas Near Morgan City
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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 Youngsville. Straight-line distance: 113.92 mi (183.34 km).
#1 Marrero
CDP in Jefferson Parish, Louisiana
| Population | 33,141 |
| Coordinates | 29.8993700, -90.1003500 |
| Altitude | 1 |
| Country | United States |
#2 Youngsville
Suburb city of Lafayette, located in Lafayette Parish, Louisiana, United States of America
| Population | 15,262 |
| Coordinates | 30.0996500, -91.9901200 |
| Altitude | 9 |
| Country | United States |
End: Youngsville (-91.99012, 30.09965)
Estimated Travel Time
Distance: 221 km by road
| Speed | Time |
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| 30 mph (48.3 km/h) | 04h 34m |
| 40 mph (64.37 km/h) | 03h 26m |
| 50 mph (80.47 km/h) | 02h 44m |
| 60 mph (96.56 km/h) | 02h 17m |
| 70 mph (112.65 km/h) | 01h 57m |
| 80 mph (129 km/h) | 01h 42m |
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 | $18.37 | $36.73 |
| Mid-grade | $4.26 | $20.66 | $41.31 |
| Premium | $4.63 | $22.43 | $44.86 |
| Diesel | $5.42 | $26.26 | $52.53 |
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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