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Distance from Congo Square to Ponchatoula
Route Information
The driving distance from Congo Square, Louisiana to Ponchatoula, Louisiana is 51.7 mi (83.1 km)
The straight-line (air) distance is 39.7 mi (64.0 km)
The estimated flight time is 0 hr 5 min
The estimated travel time by road is 49 minutes
Traveling highway, moderate in a northwest direction. Average speeds around 64 mph.
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Journey Summary
Traveling from Congo Square, Louisiana to Ponchatoula, Louisiana covers 51.7 mi (83.1 km) in a northwest direction. This highway, moderate route typically takes 49 minutes under normal conditions.
The route features scenic views, toll sections. with average speeds around 64 mph (103 km/h).
How is the distance calculated?
Driving distances are based on actual road data. We use advanced routing algorithms that consider traffic, tolls, highways, and local streets. For air distances (as the crow flies), we use the Vincenty formula. It's a precise method that accounts for the Earth's shape and provides accuracy up to 0.5 mm.
When multiple route options exist, we display both the shortest and fastest paths. Travel times are estimated based on typical speeds for each road type, though actual times may vary with traffic and weather conditions. All distances are shown in both miles and kilometers for convenience.