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Road trips from New Orleans
3 road trips that start in or near New Orleans, from 2 to 3 days, each with a stop-by-stop itinerary, distances and campsites along the way.
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The Mississippi Gulf Coast on US-90
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Cajun Country
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Louisiana’s River Road: plantations, Baton Rouge and St. Francisville
| Route | Suggested days | Distance | Driving | Stops |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| The Mississippi Gulf Coast on US-90 | 2 | 101 mi | 1 h 48 min | 6 |
| Cajun Country | 3 | 182 mi | 3 h 15 min | 5 |
| Louisiana’s River Road: plantations, Baton Rouge and St. Francisville | 3 | 194 mi | 3 h 28 min | 9 |
FAQs
What are the best road trips from New Orleans?
Popular routes starting in or near New Orleans: The Mississippi Gulf Coast on US-90, Cajun Country and Louisiana’s River Road: plantations, Baton Rouge and St. Francisville.
Is there a short road trip from New Orleans?
The shortest is The Mississippi Gulf Coast on US-90: 2 days, about 101 mi.
What is the longest road trip from New Orleans?
The longest is Louisiana’s River Road: plantations, Baton Rouge and St. Francisville: 3 days, about 194 mi with 9 stops.