Trip from Addis, LA to Metairie, LA

Drive Time

1h 29m

Distance

82.9 mi

133 km

Drive Score

7/10

Good drive

Same Day?

Yes, doable

Fuel Cost

$13

one way

Best Time to Leave

Save up to 21 min

4 AM

1h 22m ★

6 AM

1h 29m

8 AM

1h 43m

10 AM

1h 34m

12 PM

1h 32m

3 PM

1h 35m

5 PM

1h 42m

8 PM

1h 25m

Estimated drive times based on typical traffic patterns. Actual times may vary with weather, construction, and real-time conditions.

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Trip Overview

Spanning 82.9 miles across Southeast Louisiana, the trip from Addis to Metairie is a straightforward journey typically lasting about 1 hour and 29 minutes. Because of the manageable distance and duration, this route is perfectly suited for a single-day excursion, meaning you won’t need to worry about booking an overnight stay. Budgeting approximately $11 for fuel should cover your needs for the one-way transit. You will spend your time navigating off of Highway 1 South and transitioning onto I-10 East. Since both origin and destination are located within the Southeast region, the environment remains familiar as you travel between these two points.

Trip Pace

Same-day drive is realistic

A same-day return is realistic if you keep stops short.

Break Rhythm

0 planned breaks

A short stop every 2 to 3 hours is enough for this drive.

Midpoint

41.4 miles from Addis, LA

A natural place for your longest stop of the day , about 44m into the drive .

Drive Character

Expect a turn-heavy local drive rather than a monotonous interstate cruise, as this route maintains a 0% highway share for its initial segments. You will encounter the Horace Wilkinson Bridge as a key feature of your transit toward Metairie. Because the longest uninterrupted stretch on Highway 1 South is 0 miles, you should be prepared for frequent adjustments and turns throughout the journey. This is a technical drive that requires your full attention on local roads before you eventually merge onto I-10 East to complete the final leg of the trip.

This route has more turning and local-road decision points than a simple highway run.

There are about 11 navigation steps in the underlying route data, so the final approach matters more than the middle miles.

Highway 1 South is one of the defining roads on this drive.

How Hard Is This Drive?

Expect a hands-on drive with frequent turns and local roads rather than long highway stretches. Navigation is very simple — set it and forget it for most of the drive.

Route Complexity 1/10

Very easy - short and simple to drive

The drive from Addis, LA to Metairie, LA is easy. At 1h 29m with 0% highway, most drivers will find it relaxed and low-stress.

Where does it get tricky?

This route does not have any notably tricky sections. Most of the drive from Addis, LA to Metairie, LA is straightforward, with well-signed roads and simple exits.

Main Roads

Road	Distance	Duration
Highway 1 South	Unavailable	Refreshing
I 10 East	Unavailable	Refreshing
Horace Wilkinson Bridge	Unavailable	Refreshing
Causeway Boulevard	Unavailable	Refreshing
Causeway Boulevard South	Unavailable	Refreshing
North Causeway Boulevard	Unavailable	Refreshing
46th Street	Unavailable	Refreshing
47th Street	Unavailable	Refreshing

Per-road distance and duration are being refreshed from OSRM for this route.

Longest stretch: Highway 1 South — detailed segment metrics are refreshing.

Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions

Step-by-step road directions between Addis, LA and Metairie, LA.

1

Start on 1st Street

0.8 mi · 2 min · 1st Street

2

Turn left onto Highway 1 South

5.8 mi · 9 min · Highway 1 South

3

Take the exit slight right toward I 10 East: Baton Rouge

0.5 mi · 58 sec · I 10 East: Baton Rouge

4

Merge slight left onto Horace Wilkinson Bridge

74 mi · 1 hr 25 min · Horace Wilkinson Bridge

5

Take the exit slight right toward Causeway Boulevard, Mandeville, Bonnabel Boulevard

0.1 mi · 14 sec · Causeway Boulevard, Mandeville, Bonnabel Boulevard

6

Keep slight right to continue on Causeway Boulevard South

0.3 mi · 56 sec · Causeway Boulevard South

7

Merge slight left onto North Causeway Boulevard

0.6 mi · 1 min · North Causeway Boulevard

8

Turn left onto 46th Street

89 ft · 6 sec · 46th Street

9

Turn right onto North Causeway Boulevard

285 ft · 17 sec · North Causeway Boulevard

10

Turn left onto 47th Street

0.2 mi · 43 sec · 47th Street

11

Arrive at your destination

Trip Plan

Given the total travel time of under an hour and a half, you have the flexibility to depart whenever fits your schedule best. Since there are zero scheduled stops on this route, make sure to handle all fueling and personal needs before you head out. Keep in mind that the turn-heavy nature of the local roads means you should prioritize staying alert during the early parts of the drive. A smart tip for this specific journey is to plan your transition onto I-10 East carefully, as the shift from local roads to the interstate is the most significant change you will face. Enjoy the convenience of this short, direct trek through Southeast Louisiana.

Morning Departure

Leave by 9 AM and you'll arrive before lunch.

Evening Departure

Even a 4 PM departure gets you there before dark in summer.

You can normally do this drive in one day.

You may only need one short stretch break if traffic stays light.

The halfway point lands around 41.4 miles from Addis, LA, or about 44m into the drive.

This is a comfortable same-day trip.

Departure

Before you leave

Start with fuel, water, and navigation already sorted so the first hour feels easy.

First stop

Around 80 miles or 1h 25m in

Use this first pause for coffee, a restroom break, and a quick traffic check ahead.

Halfway reset

Around 41.4 miles or 44m in

This is the best place for your longest stop, a real meal, and a full fuel check.

Final approach

Final hour starts around 1h 15m

Traffic, exits, and arrival timing usually matter more near Metairie, LA than in the middle of the route.

Before You Leave

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Open the route before leaving Addis, LA so your first major turns are already loaded.

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Leave with enough water and a charging cable within reach, not packed away.

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Check your fuel range against the first long segment, especially if you are starting outside city service areas.

Day 1

Settle into the route from Addis, LA

This is one driving day of about 82.9 miles and 1h 29m.

Your first comfortable stop window is around 80 miles from Addis, LA.

This route can stay practical as a one-day drive if traffic stays reasonable.

You may only need one short stretch stop if conditions stay smooth.

Where to Stop

Rest stops, refuel points, and overnight suggestions along this route.

Halfway Point

Midpoint

About 41.4 mi from Addis, LA · 44m into the drive

Mid-route town

Meal stop

Baton Rouge, LA

41 mi into the route

Best for: Lunch, fuel, and a longer reset

This sits close to the middle of the route, so it works well for the longest stop of the day.

Pacing Suggestions

Metairie Terrace, LA

Fuel and coffee

A short stop after about 80 miles helps settle the day before fatigue starts building.

Baton Rouge, LA

Meal break

The midpoint is around 41.4 miles from Addis, LA, which is a good place for a longer meal and fuel stop.

Arriving in Metairie, LA

The final approach into Metairie, LA usually feels slower than the middle of the drive, so avoid planning your tightest schedule at the very end.

Try to arrive with enough fuel left to skip an immediate station stop unless you already know the area around Metairie, LA.

These stop ideas are pacing suggestions — the exact town or exit can change with traffic, hotel plans, and fuel range.

Fuel & Cost

Regular Gas

$12.67 one way

$25.35 round trip

$3.88/gal 25.4 MPG avg 29 kg CO₂

Fuel Type	$/gal	One Way	Round Trip
midgrade	$4.26	$13.90	$27.80
premium	$4.61	$15.05	$30.09
diesel	$5.64	$18.42	$36.84

No toll roads detected on this route.

Estimated Trip Cost (one way, 1 person)

Fuel

$13

Meals

$25–$50

Total

$38–$63

Rough estimate based on US averages. Hotel $80–$140/night, meals $25–$50/day.

Estimated CO2 emission: 29 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-06.

Driving Electric?

About $9 in charging · 0 stops · 66% less CO₂

Vehicle Type	kWh	DC Fast	Home Charge
Average EV	24.9	$8.70	$3.98
Efficient EV	20.7	$7.25	$3.32
EV Truck/SUV	33.2	$11.61	$5.31

Gas CO2

29 kg

EV CO2

10 kg (66% less)

This trip is well within single-charge range for most EVs. No charging stops needed if you start fully charged.

DC fast charging avg $0.35/kWh. Home charging avg $0.16/kWh. US grid CO2: 0.39 kg/kWh.

Travel Intel

Current conditions at both ends of the drive.

Forecast data refreshed 2 days ago

Origin

Addis, LA

Afternoon in Addis on Sunday

Local time

2:46 PM

CDT

Current temp

66°F

Unavailable

Live forecast

Destination

Metairie, LA

Afternoon in Metairie on Sunday

Local time

2:46 PM

CDT

Current temp

85°F

Unavailable

Live forecast

Seasonal Notes

Summer travel usually means heavier construction, hotter rest stops, and busier weekend traffic around major cities.

Winter travel shortens daylight, so a route that looks manageable on paper can feel much longer after dark.

Holiday weekends tend to make both departure and arrival windows slower than the raw route time suggests.

Time zone

Same local time

Origin and destination are on the same clock, so arrival timing is easier to judge at a glance.

Temperature spread

19 degrees warmer at arrival

A meaningful temperature swing is a good cue to rethink layers, water, and how soon you want to arrive.

Road read

1h 29m on the road

Use the two city cards together: check the sky where you start, then compare it with the local time and temperature at arrival.

Weather data from the National Weather Service. Conditions may change; check closer to your travel date.

Frequently Asked Questions

The drive from Addis, LA to Metairie, LA covers 82.9 miles and takes about 1h 29m without stops. Add 15-30 minutes for a fuel or rest stop on longer drives.

The main roads are Highway 1 South, I 10 East, Horace Wilkinson Bridge. Expect a mix of highway and local road driving.

This is a comfortable same-day trip.

The midpoint is about 41.4 miles from Addis, LA. Look for rest areas, gas stations, or food options near the halfway mark.

At current regular gas prices, expect to spend about $12.67 one way. This estimate uses 25.4 MPG — your actual cost will vary with your vehicle's fuel efficiency and current gas prices.

Leave by 9 AM and you'll arrive before lunch. Even a 4 PM departure gets you there before dark in summer.

The drive from Addis, LA to Metairie, LA is easy. At 1h 29m with 0% highway, most drivers will find it relaxed and low-stress.

This route does not have any notably tricky sections. Most of the drive from Addis, LA to Metairie, LA is straightforward, with well-signed roads and simple exits.

The route from Addis, LA to Metairie, LA does not surface many named destination signs beyond the main corridor.

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