How far is Merrydale, LA from Marrero, LA?
The driving distance from Merrydale, LA to Marrero, LA is about 86.7 miles (139.5 km), with a travel time of about 01h 36m by car.
- The straight-line flight distance is about 73.2 miles (117.8 km).
- For a round trip, plan for roughly 03h 13m 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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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 Merrydale and Marrero.
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Merrydale and Marrero.
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Start on Greenwell Street
68 m · 8 sec · Greenwell Street
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Turn right onto Lanier Drive
1.7 mi · 4 min · Lanier Drive
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Turn right onto Greenwell Springs Road
1534 ft · 29 sec · Greenwell Springs Road
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Take the ramp slight right
927 ft · 26 sec
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Merge slight left onto Airline Highway
6.4 mi · 10 min · Airline Highway
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Take the exit straight toward LA 3246 South
122 m · 11 sec
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Turn straight onto Siegen Lane
1.3 mi · 2 min · Siegen Lane
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Take the ramp slight left
1608 ft · 42 sec
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Merge slight left
66.5 mi · 1 hr 15 min
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Keep slight right to continue on Pontchartrain Expressway
3.5 mi · 4 min · Pontchartrain Expressway
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Keep slight left to continue on Pontchartrain Expressway
2.4 mi · 3 min · Pontchartrain Expressway
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Continue on Crescent City Connection
1.1 km · 1 min · Crescent City Connection
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Continue on Westbank Expressway
5.4 mi · 7 min · Westbank Expressway
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Take the exit slight right toward LA 45: Barataria Boulevard
1395 ft · 30 sec
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Turn straight onto Westbank Expressway
1403 ft · 36 sec · Westbank Expressway
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Turn right onto Barataria Boulevard
1612 ft · 39 sec · Barataria Boulevard
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Arrive at your destination
0 m · 1 sec · Barataria Boulevard
Car Route Details
A richer read on the saved driving route between Merrydale and Marrero.
Interchange-aware route
The drive includes several ramps, exits, or merges, so checking the next few maneuvers before busy interchanges is useful.
Siegen Lane
Merge slight left
66.5 mi · 01h 15m
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.
Showers And Thunderstorms Likely then Slight Chance Showers And Thunderstorms leaving Merrydale and Slight Chance Showers And Thunderstorms near Marrero.
Trip Questions
Direct answers travelers usually want before committing to the drive.
How long does it take to drive from Merrydale to Marrero?
The road trip is about 86.7 miles (139.5 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?
Garyville is a useful midpoint, sitting about 44.8 miles from Merrydale and 41.9 miles from Marrero.
How much longer is the road route than the straight-line distance?
The direct path is about 73.2 miles (117.8 km), while the road route adds roughly 13.5 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 3:16 PM CDT.
How much will gas cost for this route?
Using about 28.3 MPG, regular gas is estimated at $11.59 one way or $23.18 round trip. Estimated CO2 is about 27.2 kg one way.
What should you check before leaving?
Before you leave, expect Showers And Thunderstorms Likely then Slight Chance Showers And Thunderstorms around Merrydale and Slight Chance Showers And Thunderstorms near Marrero.
Stop Ideas Near Garyville
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Transit and Meeting Points
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Flight Path Map
This map shows the direct air route between Merrydale and Marrero. Straight-line distance: 73.17 mi (117.75 km).
#1 Merrydale
City in Louisiana, United States of America
| Population | 9,772 |
| Coordinates | 30.5013000, -91.1084400 |
| Altitude | 16 |
| Country | United States |
#2 Marrero
CDP in Jefferson Parish, Louisiana
| Population | 33,141 |
| Coordinates | 29.8993700, -90.1003500 |
| Altitude | 1 |
| Country | United States |
End: Barataria Boulevard (-90.100445, 29.899359)
Estimated Travel Time
Distance: 140 km by road
| Speed | Time |
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| 30 mph (48.3 km/h) | 02h 53m |
| 40 mph (64.37 km/h) | 02h 10m |
| 50 mph (80.47 km/h) | 01h 44m |
| 60 mph (96.56 km/h) | 01h 26m |
| 70 mph (112.65 km/h) | 01h 14m |
| 80 mph (129 km/h) | 01h 04m |
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 | $11.59 | $23.18 |
| Mid-grade | $4.26 | $13.03 | $26.07 |
| Premium | $4.63 | $14.15 | $28.31 |
| Diesel | $5.42 | $16.57 | $33.14 |
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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