How far is Sulphur, LA from Covington, LA?
The driving distance from Sulphur, LA to Covington, LA is about 201.8 miles (324.7 km), with a travel time of about 03h 50m by car.
- The straight-line flight distance is about 196 miles (315.5 km).
- For a round trip, plan for roughly 07h 40m of driving time before adding stops, traffic, or weather delays.
- A comfortable departure window is usually 6:00 AM to 8:00 AM CDT.
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This drive is better planned with a longer stop or an overnight stay.
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Leave and Arrive Planner
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Drive time stays fixed at 03h 50m.
An early departure helps you fit a real stop into the day without turning the return into a late-night drive.
This departure sits inside the recommended comfort window for the route.
Halfway Point
A useful midpoint for breaks, coffee, or meeting in the middle.
Town in the U.
Route Weather Snapshot
Check the forecast at both ends before you head out.
Chance Showers And Thunderstorms
Mostly Sunny
Driving Route Map
The map below follows the saved road route between Sulphur and Covington.
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Sulphur and Covington.
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Start on East Napoleon Street
6 mi · 9 min · East Napoleon Street
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Take the ramp straight
18.6 mi · 22 min
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Continue straight
114 mi · 2 hr 7 min
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Take the exit slight left toward I 12 East: Hammond
1.3 km · 2 min
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Continue on West Florida Republic Parkway
58.4 mi · 1 hr 3 min · West Florida Republic Parkway
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Take the exit slight right toward LA 21: Covington, Madisonville
1869 ft · 48 sec
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Turn left onto Highway 21
1.2 mi · 2 min · Highway 21
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Turn straight onto South Tyler Street
2 mi · 4 min · South Tyler Street
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Turn right onto West 21st Avenue
2194 ft · 45 sec · West 21st Avenue
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Keep slight right
27 m · 9 sec
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Turn sharp left
11 m · 1 sec
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Arrive at your destination
0 m · 1 sec
Car Route Details
A richer read on the saved driving route between Sulphur and Covington.
Straightforward drive
The saved road route has a manageable number of maneuvers and should be easy to follow with normal attention to signs.
East Napoleon Street
Continue straight
114 mi · 02h 07m
Route Summary
A quick read on whether this route feels easy, ambitious, or worth planning around.
A longer out-and-back drive
This is still possible in one day, but it becomes a long driving day. Leaving early and planning your stop window matters more here.
Chance Showers And Thunderstorms leaving Sulphur and Mostly Sunny near Covington.
Trip Questions
Direct answers travelers usually want before committing to the drive.
How long does it take to drive from Sulphur to Covington?
The road trip is about 201.8 miles (324.7 km) and usually takes 03h 50m in normal driving conditions.
Is this a same-day trip or an overnight route?
This is still possible in one day, but it becomes a long driving day. Leaving early and planning your stop window matters more here.
What is the halfway point on this route?
Henderson is a useful midpoint, sitting about 100.7 miles from Sulphur and 101 miles from Covington.
How much longer is the road route than the straight-line distance?
The direct path is about 196 miles (315.5 km), while the road route adds roughly 5.8 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 6:00 AM to 8:00 AM CDT. If you want a more comfortable same-day return, try to leave by 9:20 AM CDT.
How much will gas cost for this route?
Using about 28.3 MPG, regular gas is estimated at $26.96 one way or $53.93 round trip. Estimated CO2 is about 63.3 kg one way.
What should you check before leaving?
Before you leave, expect Chance Showers And Thunderstorms around Sulphur and Mostly Sunny near Covington.
Stop Ideas Near Henderson
Useful break, food, and waypoint ideas within about 15 miles of the route midpoint.
Parks City Hall
Henderson Mayor Office
Henderson Hall
Transit and Meeting Points
Useful pickup, handoff, or rendezvous points close to Henderson.
Lafayette
New Iberia
Baton Rouge, Louisiana
Schriever
Flight Path Map
This map shows the direct air route between Sulphur and Covington. Straight-line distance: 196.06 mi (315.53 km).
#1 Sulphur
Suburb city of Lake Charles, located in Calcasieu Parish, Louisiana, United States
| Population | 20,120 |
| Coordinates | 30.2365900, -93.3773800 |
| Altitude | 5 |
| Country | United States |
#2 Covington
City in St.
| Population | 10,560 |
| Coordinates | 30.4754900, -90.1004200 |
| Altitude | 8 |
| Country | United States |
End: Covington (-90.10042, 30.47549)
Estimated Travel Time
Distance: 325 km by road
| Speed | Time |
|---|---|
| 30 mph (48.3 km/h) | 06h 43m |
| 40 mph (64.37 km/h) | 05h 02m |
| 50 mph (80.47 km/h) | 04h 02m |
| 60 mph (96.56 km/h) | 03h 21m |
| 70 mph (112.65 km/h) | 02h 52m |
| 80 mph (129 km/h) | 02h 31m |
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 | $26.96 | $53.93 |
| Mid-grade | $4.26 | $30.32 | $60.65 |
| Premium | $4.63 | $32.93 | $65.86 |
| Diesel | $5.42 | $38.55 | $77.11 |
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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