Origin
Broussard, LA
Afternoon in Broussard on Sunday
Local time
2:02 PM
CDT
Current temp
67°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
Trip from Broussard, LA to Metairie Terrace, LA
Drive Time
2h 41m
Distance
135 mi
217 km
Drive Score
8/10
Great drive
Same Day?
Yes, doable
Fuel Cost
$21
one way
Broussard, LA
Alberto Ramírez Sobrino
Metairie Terrace, LA
Esmihel Muhammed
Trip Overview
Spanning 135 miles across Southeast Louisiana, this drive from Broussard to Metairie Terrace typically takes about 2 hours and 41 minutes. Because the trip is relatively short, it functions perfectly as a straightforward day trip, eliminating the need for an overnight stay. You can expect to spend approximately $21 on fuel for the journey, making it a budget-friendly way to travel between these two points. Most of your travel occurs on major thoroughfares, specifically I-10, the Southeast Evangeline Thruway, and Louisiana Avenue. Since you are staying within the Southeast region, the transition between your origin and destination feels like a seamless progression through the Louisiana landscape. It is a practical, efficient route for travelers prioritizing speed and reliability over slow-paced backroads.
Trip Pace
Same-day drive is realistic
A same-day return is realistic if you keep stops short.
Break Rhythm
1 planned break
A short stop every 2 to 3 hours is enough for this drive.
Midpoint
67.5 miles from Broussard, LA
A natural place for your longest stop of the day , about 1h 20m into the drive .
Drive Character
This trip is heavily highway-focused, with 91% of your journey spent on high-speed roads. You will find yourself settling into a rhythm quickly, as the longest uninterrupted stretch covers 121.4 miles on I-10. While the drive is characterized by consistent highway speeds rather than technical turns, the landscape changes as you transition from the Broussard area toward the Metairie Terrace corridor. Behind the wheel, you should expect a steady, interstate-heavy experience that favors direct travel over scenic detours. This is a purposeful drive designed to get you to your destination efficiently, offering a predictable environment for those comfortable with long highway hauls.
Most of the miles stay on highways, which makes pacing and fuel planning easier than turn-by-turn city driving.
There are about 18 navigation steps in the underlying route data, so the final approach matters more than the middle miles.
I 10 is the longest continuous segment at about 121.4 miles.
How Hard Is This Drive?
This is a straightforward highway drive that stays mostly on I 10 and Southeast Evangeline Thruway. You will hit about 14 points where you need to pay attention to lane position or signs. The trickiest moment comes early in the drive near East Main Street.
Route Complexity
6/10
Moderate - straightforward overall, but long enough or busy enough to require pacing
This drive requires moderate attention. Across 135 miles you will encounter 14 spots where lane choice or exit timing matters. Not difficult for experienced highway drivers, but worth previewing the tricky sections before you go.
Where does it get tricky?
The main spots that need attention: near the start (East Main Street): Navigation decision point; at 0.9 miles: Highway fork - watch signs carefully; at 10.8 miles (I 10): Merge point - match speed before joining. Lane positioning matters here.
Critical Maneuvers
5 of 14 key pointsThese are the spots where you need to pay the most attention. Preview them before you drive.
5
0 mi into trip
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~0m in
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East Main Street
Turn left onto East Main Street
Navigation decision point
5
0.9 mi into trip
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~1m in
Keep slight left at fork
Highway fork - watch signs carefully
5
10.8 mi into trip
|
~16m in
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I 10
Merge onto I 10
Merge point - match speed before joining. Lane positioning matters here
Use the none / straight / slight right lanes.
8
132.2 mi into trip
|
~2h 34m in
Take the exit toward Clearview Parkway, Huey Long Bridge
Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
Exit 226
Toward Clearview Parkway, Huey Long Bridge
8
132.4 mi into trip
|
~2h 34m in
Keep slight right at fork toward Clearview Parkway South, Huey Long Bridge
Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one
Use the slight right lane.
Toward Clearview Parkway South, Huey Long Bridg...
Main Roads
| Road | Distance | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| I 10 | 121.4 mi | 2h 18m |
| Southeast Evangeline Thruway | 3.8 mi | 5m |
| Louisiana Avenue | 3.3 mi | 5m |
| Southwest Evangeline Thruway | 2.7 mi | 3m |
| West Metairie Avenue | 1.1 mi | 2m |
| Clearview Parkway | 1 mi | 2m |
| North Morgan Avenue | 0.4 mi | <1m |
| East Main Street | 0.2 mi | <1m |
Longest stretch:
I 10
— 121.4 mi, about 2h 18m
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Broussard, LA and Metairie Terrace, LA.
1
Start on South Polk Street
134 ft
·
11 sec
·
South Polk Street
2
Turn left onto East Main Street
0.2 mi
·
31 sec
·
East Main Street
3
Turn right onto North Morgan Avenue
0.4 mi
·
47 sec
·
North Morgan Avenue
4
Turn right onto US 90; LA 182
0.2 mi
·
13 sec
·
Southwest Evangeline Thruway
5
Keep slight left at fork
158 ft
·
7 sec
6
Turn left onto US 90; LA 182
2.5 mi
·
2 min
·
Southwest Evangeline Thruway
7
Continue on US 90; LA 182
3.8 mi
·
5 min
·
Southeast Evangeline Thruway
8
Turn right onto LA 94
3.3 mi
·
5 min
·
Louisiana Avenue
9
Take the ramp
0.4 mi
·
47 sec
10
Merge onto I 10
121 mi
·
2 hr 18 min
·
I 10
Use the none / straight / slight right lanes.
11
Take the exit
0.2 mi
·
18 sec
Exit 226
Toward Clearview Parkway, Huey Long Bridge
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
12
Keep slight right at fork
0.3 mi
·
43 sec
Toward Clearview Parkway South, Huey Long Bridge
Use the slight right lane.
13
Merge onto LA 3152
1.0 mi
·
2 min
·
Clearview Parkway
Use the none lane.
14
Turn right onto West Metairie Avenue
253 ft
·
6 sec
·
West Metairie Avenue
15
Continue on West Metairie Avenue
1.0 mi
·
2 min
·
West Metairie Avenue
16
Turn right onto Division Street
0.1 mi
·
28 sec
·
Division Street
17
At end of road, turn left onto Mayflower Drive
0.1 mi
·
28 sec
·
Mayflower Drive
18
Arrive at destination
Mayflower Drive
Trip Plan
To make the most of this 135-mile trek, plan for at least one stop to stretch your legs and break up the 121.4-mile stretch on I-10. Since the total duration is under three hours, you have plenty of flexibility regarding your departure time, though checking local traffic patterns on I-10 is always a smart move before heading out. Keep your fuel budget of $21 in mind as you plan your stops, ensuring you don't overspend by refueling at more expensive stations along the interstate. Because this is a single-day trip, try to time your departure to avoid peak commuter hours near the Metairie Terrace end of your route. Staying mindful of the heavy highway reliance will help you maintain a steady, stress-free pace throughout the drive.
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.
Plan roughly 1 meaningful break for fuel, food, and rest.
The halfway point lands around 67.5 miles from Broussard, LA, or about 1h 20m into the drive.
The longest continuous stretch on this route runs about 121.4 miles.
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 35m in
Use this first pause for coffee, a restroom break, and a quick traffic check ahead.
Halfway reset
Around 67.5 miles or 1h 20m in
This is the best place for your longest stop, a real meal, and a full fuel check.
Final approach
Final hour starts around 2h 10m
Traffic, exits, and arrival timing usually matter more near Metairie Terrace, LA than in the middle of the route.
Before You Leave
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Open the route before leaving Broussard, 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 Broussard, LA
This is one driving day of about 135 miles and 2h 41m.
Your first comfortable stop window is around 80 miles from Broussard, LA.
This route can stay practical as a one-day drive if traffic stays reasonable.
Plan about 1 real break rather than only quick fuel stops.
The longest stretch is on I 10 for about 121.4 miles.
Where to Stop
Rest stops, refuel points, and overnight suggestions along this route.
Halfway Point
Midpoint
About 67.5 mi from Broussard, LA · 1h 20m into the drive
Mid-route town
Meal stop
68 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
Fuel and coffee
A short stop after about 80 miles helps settle the day before fatigue starts building.
Meal break
The midpoint is around 67.5 miles from Broussard, LA, which is a good place for a longer meal and fuel stop.
Before the longest stretch
Fuel checkTop up before I 10 if your tank is already low. That segment runs about 121.4 miles.
Arriving in Metairie Terrace, LA
The final approach into Metairie Terrace, 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 Terrace, LA.
After long uninterrupted mileage, take five minutes before the last urban segment to reset and refocus on exits, merges, and city traffic.
These stop ideas are pacing suggestions — the exact town or exit can change with traffic, hotel plans, and fuel range.
Fuel & Cost
Regular Gas
$20.64 one way
$41.28 round trip
$3.88/gal
25.4 MPG avg
47 kg CO2
| Fuel Type | $/gal | One Way | Round Trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| midgrade | $4.26 | $22.64 | $45.27 |
| premium | $4.61 | $24.50 | $49.00 |
| diesel | $5.64 | $29.99 | $59.98 |
Estimated Tolls: $0.44
Southeast Evangeline Thruway
(3.8 mi)
$0.27
Southwest Evangeline Thruway
(2.5 mi)
$0.17
Toll estimates based on average 2024-2025 rates. EZ-Pass/SunPass discounts may lower the actual cost.
Estimated Trip Cost (one way, 1 person)
Fuel
$21
Tolls
$0
Meals
$25–$50
Total
$46–$71
Rough estimate based on US averages. Hotel $80–$140/night, meals $25–$50/day.
Estimated CO2 emission: 47.2 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-06.
Driving Electric?
About $14 in charging · 0 stops · 66% less CO2
| Vehicle Type | kWh | Stops | DC Fast | Home Charge |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Average EV | 40.5 | 0 | $14.17 | $6.48 |
| Efficient EV | 33.8 | 0 | $11.81 | $5.40 |
| EV Truck/SUV | 54 | 0 | $18.90 | $8.64 |
Gas CO2
47 kg
EV CO2
16 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.
Destination
Metairie Terrace, LA
Afternoon in Metairie Terrace on Sunday
Local time
2:02 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
18 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
2h 41m 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 Broussard, LA to Metairie Terrace, LA covers 135 miles and takes about 2h 41m without stops. Add 15-30 minutes for a fuel or rest stop on longer drives.
The main roads are I 10, Southeast Evangeline Thruway, Louisiana Avenue. Most of the drive stays on highways, so watch for ramps and exits.
This is a comfortable same-day trip.
The midpoint is about 67.5 miles from Broussard, LA. Look for rest areas, gas stations, or food options near the halfway mark.
At current regular gas prices, expect to spend about $20.64 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.
Plan about 1 meaningful break for fuel, food, or rest. A short stop every 2 to 3 hours is enough for this drive.
This drive requires moderate attention. Across 135 miles you will encounter 14 spots where lane choice or exit timing matters. Not difficult for experienced highway drivers, but worth previewing the tricky sections before you go.
The main spots that need attention: near the start (East Main Street): Navigation decision point; at 0.9 miles: Highway fork - watch signs carefully; at 10.8 miles (I 10): Merge point - match speed before joining. Lane positioning matters here.
The route from Broussard, LA to Metairie Terrace, LA does not surface many named destination signs beyond the main corridor.
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