Origin
Metairie Terrace, LA
Afternoon in Metairie Terrace on Sunday
Local time
2:01 PM
CDT
Current temp
85°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
Trip from Metairie Terrace, LA to Addis, LA
Drive Time
1h 42m
Distance
83.2 mi
134 km
Drive Score
7/10
Good drive
Same Day?
Yes, doable
Fuel Cost
$13
one way
Metairie Terrace, LA
Esmihel Muhammed
Addis, LA
Abenezer Muluken
Trip Overview
If you are planning a trip from Metairie Terrace to Addis, expect a straightforward journey covering 83.2 miles. This drive typically takes about 1 hour and 42 minutes, making it an ideal candidate for a single-day excursion. You will rely heavily on I-10 and Highway 1 South to navigate between these two points in Southeast Louisiana. With an estimated fuel cost of just $13, it is a budget-friendly route that does not require an overnight stay. Since both the origin and destination are located within the same region, the transition is seamless and lacks the fatigue of a multi-day trek.
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
41.6 miles from Metairie Terrace, LA
A natural place for your longest stop of the day , about 50m into the drive .
Drive Character
This is a highway-focused drive, with 96% of your time spent on high-speed roads. You will settle in for a significant 72.7-mile stretch on I-10, which serves as the backbone of your journey. As you transition onto Clearview Parkway and eventually Highway 1 South, the road character shifts from major interstate travel to more localized highway driving. Prepare for a consistent, functional pace that prioritizes efficiency over winding backroads. Staying focused is key during the long interstate portion, as the lack of technical turns makes it a steady, predictable ride.
Most of the miles stay on highways, which makes pacing and fuel planning easier than turn-by-turn city driving.
There are about 16 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 72.7 miles.
How Hard Is This Drive?
This is a straightforward highway drive that stays mostly on I 10 and Highway 1 South. This route has several spots where lane changes, forks, or exits need your full attention. The trickiest moment comes around 2.8 miles in.
Route Complexity
10/10
High effort - long or complex enough to need steady focus all day
This is a demanding drive. With 11 significant decision points across 83.2 miles, you will need to stay alert — especially through interchange areas and urban stretches. Consider splitting it into segments if you are not comfortable with fast highway navigation.
Where does it get tricky?
The main spots that need attention: at 2.8 miles: Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here; at 73.9 miles (I 10): Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here; at 75.8 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one.
Critical Maneuvers
5 of 11 key pointsThese are the spots where you need to pay the most attention. Preview them before you drive.
6
2.8 mi into trip
|
~6m in
Keep slight left at fork
Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here
Use the none lane.
6
73.9 mi into trip
|
~1h 27m in
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I 10
Keep slight left at fork onto I 10
Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
8
75.8 mi into trip
|
~1h 30m in
Take the exit toward LA 1 North, LA 1 South: Port Allen, Plaquemine
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 153
Toward LA 1 North, LA 1 South: Port Allen, Plaq...
8
76 mi into trip
|
~1h 30m in
Keep slight left at fork toward LA 1 South: Plaquemine
Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here
Use the slight left lane.
Toward LA 1 South: Plaquemine
8
76.1 mi into trip
|
~1h 30m in
Keep slight left at fork toward LA 1 South: Plaquemine
Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here
Use the slight left / slight right lanes.
Toward LA 1 South: Plaquemine
Towns Along This Route
On the drive from Metairie Terrace, LA to Addis, LA, road signs begin pointing toward Plaquemine along the way.
Plaquemine
75.8 mi in
|
~1h 30m
Main Roads
| Road | Distance | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| I 10 | 72.7 mi | 1h 22m |
| Highway 1 South | 5.9 mi | 9m |
| Clearview Parkway | 1.2 mi | 2m |
| West Metairie Avenue North | 0.9 mi | 2m |
| 1st Street | 0.9 mi | 2m |
| Mayflower Drive | 0.1 mi | <1m |
| Waltham Street | 0.1 mi | <1m |
| Civic Street | <0.1 mi | <1m |
Longest stretch:
I 10
— 72.7 mi, about 1h 22m
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Metairie Terrace, LA and Addis, LA.
1
Start on Mayflower Drive
0.1 mi
·
24 sec
·
Mayflower Drive
2
Continue on Civic Street
396 ft
·
18 sec
·
Civic Street
3
Turn right onto Waltham Street
0.1 mi
·
23 sec
·
Waltham Street
4
Turn left onto West Metairie Avenue North
0.9 mi
·
2 min
·
West Metairie Avenue North
5
Turn right onto LA 3152
1.2 mi
·
2 min
·
Clearview Parkway
Use the none lane.
6
Take the exit
0.4 mi
·
50 sec
Toward I 10 West: Baton Rouge
7
Keep slight left at fork
0.3 mi
·
41 sec
Use the none lane.
8
Merge onto I 10
71 mi
·
1 hr 20 min
·
I 10
Use the none lane.
9
Keep slight left at fork onto I 10
1.9 mi
·
2 min
·
I 10
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
10
Take the exit
0.2 mi
·
22 sec
Exit 153
Toward LA 1 North, LA 1 South: Port Allen, Plaquemine
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
11
Keep slight left at fork
0.1 mi
·
25 sec
Toward LA 1 South: Plaquemine
Use the slight left lane.
12
Keep slight left at fork
0.2 mi
·
32 sec
Toward LA 1 South: Plaquemine
Use the slight left / slight right lanes.
13
Merge onto LA 1
5.9 mi
·
9 min
·
Highway 1 South
Use the none lane.
14
Take the exit onto 1st Street
0.1 mi
·
13 sec
·
1st Street
15
Continue on 1st Street
0.8 mi
·
2 min
·
1st Street
16
Arrive at destination
1st Street
Trip Plan
Since this is a relatively short trip with no required stops, you have plenty of flexibility in your departure time. However, keeping an eye on traffic patterns along I-10 is smart, as congestion can easily shift your estimated 1 hour and 42-minute travel time. You should budget $13 for fuel before you head out to ensure a stress-free drive. Because the longest segment spans 72.7 miles, consider topping off your tank in Metairie Terrace so you can cruise through the interstate portion without interruption. Embracing the direct nature of this route allows you to reach Addis quickly and move on to the next part of your day.
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 41.6 miles from Metairie Terrace, LA, or about 50m into the drive.
The longest continuous stretch on this route runs about 72.7 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 37m in
Use this first pause for coffee, a restroom break, and a quick traffic check ahead.
Halfway reset
Around 41.6 miles or 50m 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 23m
Traffic, exits, and arrival timing usually matter more near Addis, LA than in the middle of the route.
Before You Leave
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Open the route before leaving Metairie Terrace, 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 Metairie Terrace, LA
This is one driving day of about 83.2 miles and 1h 42m.
Your first comfortable stop window is around 80 miles from Metairie Terrace, 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.
The longest stretch is on I 10 for about 72.7 miles.
Where to Stop
Rest stops, refuel points, and overnight suggestions along this route.
Halfway Point
Midpoint
About 41.6 mi from Metairie Terrace, LA · 50m into the drive
Mid-route town
Meal stop
42 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 41.6 miles from Metairie Terrace, 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 72.7 miles.
Arriving in Addis, LA
The final approach into Addis, 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 Addis, 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
$12.72 one way
$25.44 round trip
$3.88/gal
25.4 MPG avg
29 kg CO2
| Fuel Type | $/gal | One Way | Round Trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| midgrade | $4.26 | $13.95 | $27.90 |
| premium | $4.61 | $15.10 | $30.20 |
| diesel | $5.64 | $18.48 | $36.97 |
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: 29.1 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-06.
Driving Electric?
About $9 in charging · 0 stops · 66% less CO2
| Vehicle Type | kWh | Stops | DC Fast | Home Charge |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Average EV | 25 | 0 | $8.74 | $3.99 |
| Efficient EV | 20.8 | 0 | $7.28 | $3.33 |
| EV Truck/SUV | 33.3 | 0 | $11.65 | $5.32 |
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.
Destination
Addis, LA
Afternoon in Addis on Sunday
Local time
2:01 PM
CDT
Current temp
66°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 cooler at arrival
A meaningful temperature swing is a good cue to rethink layers, water, and how soon you want to arrive.
Road read
1h 42m 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 Metairie Terrace, LA to Addis, LA covers 83.2 miles and takes about 1h 42m without stops. Add 15-30 minutes for a fuel or rest stop on longer drives.
The main roads are I 10, Highway 1 South, Clearview Parkway. Most of the drive stays on highways, so watch for ramps and exits.
This is a comfortable same-day trip.
The midpoint is about 41.6 miles from Metairie Terrace, LA. Look for rest areas, gas stations, or food options near the halfway mark.
At current regular gas prices, expect to spend about $12.72 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.
This is a demanding drive. With 11 significant decision points across 83.2 miles, you will need to stay alert — especially through interchange areas and urban stretches. Consider splitting it into segments if you are not comfortable with fast highway navigation.
The main spots that need attention: at 2.8 miles: Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here; at 73.9 miles (I 10): Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here; at 75.8 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one.
On the drive from Metairie Terrace, LA to Addis, LA, road signs begin pointing toward Plaquemine along the way.
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