How far is Maryland, LA from Patterson, LA?
The driving distance from Maryland, LA to Patterson, LA is about 78.8 miles (126.8 km), with a travel time of about 01h 58m by car.
- The straight-line flight distance is about 59.4 miles (95.6 km).
- For a round trip, plan for roughly 03h 56m 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 58m.
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Halfway Point
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City in Louisiana, United States of America
Route Weather Snapshot
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Driving Route Map
The map below follows the saved road route between Maryland and Patterson.
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Maryland and Patterson.
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Start on the route
26 m · 11 sec
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Turn left onto Scotland Avenue
1.2 km · 1 min · Scotland Avenue
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Turn left onto I 110 South: Baton Rouge
93 m · 9 sec
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Continue on I 110 South: Baton Rouge
1463 ft · 36 sec
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Merge slight left onto Martin Luther King, Jr. Memorial Freeway
1.8 mi · 2 min · Martin Luther King, Jr. Memorial Freeway
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Continue on Martin Luther King Jr Memorial Freeway
5.7 mi · 7 min · Martin Luther King Jr Memorial Freeway
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Keep slight right to continue on I 10 West: Lafayette
2244 ft · 49 sec
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Merge slight left
1.4 mi · 2 min
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Take the exit slight right toward LA 1 North, LA 1 South: Port Allen, Plaquemine
927 ft · 23 sec
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Keep slight left to continue on LA 1 South: Plaquemine
742 ft · 25 sec
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Keep slight left to continue on LA 1 South: Plaquemine
963 ft · 33 sec
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Merge slight left onto Highway 1 South
11.5 mi · 17 min · Highway 1 South
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Turn slight right onto Eden Street
1.1 mi · 3 min · Eden Street
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Continue on Highway 1
9.1 mi · 10 min · Highway 1
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Turn right onto Bowie Street
2.6 mi · 5 min · Bowie Street
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Continue on State Route 69
8.7 mi · 15 min · State Route 69
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At the end of the road, turn right onto State Highway 70
11.6 mi · 18 min · State Highway 70
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Continue on State Highway 70
866 ft · 51 sec · State Highway 70
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Turn left onto LA 70
14.5 mi · 21 min · LA 70
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Continue on Marguerite Street
1.1 mi · 2 min · Marguerite Street
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Turn left onto 9th Street
2007 ft · 38 sec · 9th Street
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Turn right
128 m · 7 sec
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Take the ramp straight
6.4 mi · 8 min
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Turn right onto Bernard Street
880 ft · 42 sec · Bernard Street
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Turn left onto Main Street
3176 ft · 1 min · Main Street
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Arrive at your destination
0 m · 1 sec · Main Street
Car Route Details
A richer read on the saved driving route between Maryland and Patterson.
Highway-focused drive
Most of the mileage stays on named highways, so the important moments are ramps, exits, merges, and the final local approach.
LA 70
Turn left onto LA 70
14.5 mi · 00h 21m
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.
Chance Showers And Thunderstorms leaving Maryland and Slight Chance Showers And Thunderstorms then Chance Showers And Thunderstorms near Patterson.
Trip Questions
Direct answers travelers usually want before committing to the drive.
How long does it take to drive from Maryland to Patterson?
The road trip is about 78.8 miles (126.8 km) and usually takes 01h 58m 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?
White Castle is a useful midpoint, sitting about 39.5 miles from Maryland and 39.3 miles from Patterson.
How much longer is the road route than the straight-line distance?
The direct path is about 59.4 miles (95.6 km), while the road route adds roughly 19.4 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 2:34 PM CDT.
How much will gas cost for this route?
Using about 28.3 MPG, regular gas is estimated at $10.53 one way or $21.06 round trip. Estimated CO2 is about 24.7 kg one way.
What should you check before leaving?
Before you leave, expect Chance Showers And Thunderstorms around Maryland and Slight Chance Showers And Thunderstorms then Chance Showers And Thunderstorms near Patterson.
Stop Ideas Near White Castle
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 White Castle.
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Flight Path Map
This map shows the direct air route between Maryland and Patterson. Straight-line distance: 59.4 mi (95.6 km).
#1 Maryland
Maryland is a place in Louisiana, United States.
| Population | 0 |
| Coordinates | 30.5460200, -91.1759400 |
| Altitude | 21 |
| Country | United States |
#2 Patterson
City in St.
| Population | 5,659 |
| Coordinates | 29.6932600, -91.3020500 |
| Altitude | 3 |
| Country | United States |
End: Patterson (-91.30205, 29.69326)
Estimated Travel Time
Distance: 127 km by road
| Speed | Time |
|---|---|
| 30 mph (48.3 km/h) | 02h 37m |
| 40 mph (64.37 km/h) | 01h 58m |
| 50 mph (80.47 km/h) | 01h 34m |
| 60 mph (96.56 km/h) | 01h 18m |
| 70 mph (112.65 km/h) | 01h 07m |
| 80 mph (129 km/h) | 00h 58m |
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 | $10.53 | $21.06 |
| Mid-grade | $4.26 | $11.84 | $23.68 |
| Premium | $4.63 | $12.86 | $25.72 |
| Diesel | $5.42 | $15.05 | $30.11 |
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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