How far is Sulphur, LA from Terrytown, LA?
The driving distance from Sulphur, LA to Terrytown, LA is about 218.9 miles (352.3 km), with a travel time of about 03h 36m by car.
- The straight-line flight distance is about 201.3 miles (323.9 km).
- For a round trip, plan for roughly 07h 13m 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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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 Sulphur and Terrytown.
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Sulphur and Terrytown.
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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
185 mi · 3 hr 27 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
1.5 km · 1 min · Westbank Expressway
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Take the exit slight right toward Terry Parkway, Frontage Road
965 ft · 21 sec
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Keep slight left to continue on Terry Parkway
1 km · 1 min
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Continue on Terry Parkway
997 ft · 28 sec · Terry Parkway
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Keep slight right to continue on Terry Parkway
2961 ft · 1 min · Terry Parkway
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Turn right onto Heritage Avenue
1043 ft · 41 sec · Heritage Avenue
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Turn left onto Cedarwood Avenue
128 m · 14 sec · Cedarwood Avenue
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Arrive at your destination
0 m · 1 sec · Cedarwood Avenue
Car Route Details
A richer read on the saved driving route between Sulphur and Terrytown.
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
185 mi · 03h 27m
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 Slight Chance Rain Showers then Slight Chance Showers And Thunderstorms near Terrytown.
Trip Questions
Direct answers travelers usually want before committing to the drive.
How long does it take to drive from Sulphur to Terrytown?
The road trip is about 218.9 miles (352.3 km) and usually takes 03h 36m 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?
Maringouin is a useful midpoint, sitting about 109.3 miles from Sulphur and 109.5 miles from Terrytown.
How much longer is the road route than the straight-line distance?
The direct path is about 201.3 miles (323.9 km), while the road route adds roughly 17.6 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 6:00 AM to 8:00 AM CDT. If you want a more comfortable same-day return, try to leave by 9:46 AM CDT.
How much will gas cost for this route?
Using about 28.3 MPG, regular gas is estimated at $29.24 one way or $58.47 round trip. Estimated CO2 is about 68.6 kg one way.
What should you check before leaving?
Before you leave, expect Chance Showers And Thunderstorms around Sulphur and Slight Chance Rain Showers then Slight Chance Showers And Thunderstorms near Terrytown.
Stop Ideas Near Maringouin
Useful break, food, and waypoint ideas within about 15 miles of the route midpoint.
Transit and Meeting Points
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Flight Path Map
This map shows the direct air route between Sulphur and Terrytown. Straight-line distance: 201.26 mi (323.89 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 Terrytown
Unincorporated suburban community and census-designated place in Jefferson Parish, Louisiana, United States of America
| Population | 23,319 |
| Coordinates | 29.9102100, -90.0325700 |
| Altitude | -1 |
| Country | United States |
End: Cedarwood Avenue (-90.032606, 29.910156)
Estimated Travel Time
Distance: 352 km by road
| Speed | Time |
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| 30 mph (48.3 km/h) | 07h 17m |
| 40 mph (64.37 km/h) | 05h 28m |
| 50 mph (80.47 km/h) | 04h 22m |
| 60 mph (96.56 km/h) | 03h 38m |
| 70 mph (112.65 km/h) | 03h 07m |
| 80 mph (129 km/h) | 02h 43m |
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 | $29.24 | $58.47 |
| Mid-grade | $4.26 | $32.88 | $65.76 |
| Premium | $4.63 | $35.71 | $71.41 |
| Diesel | $5.42 | $41.80 | $83.61 |
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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