Origin
Metairie Terrace, LA
Afternoon in Metairie Terrace on Sunday
Local time
3:07 PM
CDT
Current temp
85°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
Trip from Metairie Terrace, LA to Arabi, LA
Drive Time
23m
Distance
11.6 mi
19 km
Drive Score
7/10
Good drive
Same Day?
Yes, doable
Fuel Cost
$2
one way
Best Time to Leave
4 AM
0h 21m
★
6 AM
0h 23m
8 AM
0h 27m
10 AM
0h 25m
12 PM
0h 24m
3 PM
0h 25m
5 PM
0h 27m
8 PM
0h 22m
Estimated drive times based on typical traffic patterns. Actual times may vary with weather, construction, and real-time conditions.
Metairie Terrace, LA
Esmihel Muhammed
Trip Overview
Navigating from Metairie Terrace to Arabi is a quick 11.6-mile journey across Southeast Louisiana that typically takes about 23 minutes. Because this is such a compact trip, you can easily complete it in a single day without needing an overnight stay. You will primarily utilize a combination of Airline Drive, I-10, and Saint Claude Avenue to reach your destination. With an estimated fuel cost of just $2, this is a very budget-friendly transit. It is a straightforward local commute, perfect if you are looking to move between these two points efficiently. Since both locations are situated within the Southeast region of the state, you won't experience significant shifts in geography or climate during your drive.
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
5.8 miles from Metairie Terrace, LA
A natural place for your longest stop of the day , about 11m into the drive .
Drive Character
Expect a turn-heavy local drive that demands your full attention as you transition between different road types. Only about 25 percent of this route consists of highway driving, meaning you will spend the majority of your time navigating local streets. You will encounter a mix of fast-paced segments and tight turns, with the longest uninterrupted stretch measuring just 3.1 miles along Saint Claude Avenue. This layout creates a shifting rhythm behind the wheel, transitioning from the busier flow of I-10 to the more localized feel of the city streets. It is not an interstate grind, so be prepared for a drive that requires frequent adjustments and active navigation.
This route has more turning and local-road decision points than a simple highway run.
There are about 15 navigation steps in the underlying route data, so the final approach matters more than the middle miles.
Saint Claude Avenue is the longest continuous segment at about 3.1 miles.
How Hard Is This Drive?
Expect a hands-on drive with frequent turns and local roads rather than long highway stretches. This route has several spots where lane changes, forks, or exits need your full attention. The trickiest moment comes early in the drive near Cypress Street.
Route Complexity
8/10
Demanding - plan breaks and stay ahead of the key maneuvers
This is a demanding drive. With 12 significant decision points across 11.6 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: near the start (Cypress Street): Navigation decision point; at 0.2 miles (Severn Avenue): Lane positioning matters here; at 4.2 miles: Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one.
Critical Maneuvers
5 of 12 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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Cypress Street
Turn left onto Cypress Street
Navigation decision point
7
0.2 mi into trip
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~0m in
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Severn Avenue
Turn right onto Severn Avenue
Lane positioning matters here
Use the straight / left / right lanes.
8
4.2 mi into trip
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~9m in
Keep slight left at fork toward I 10 East: Downtown, Slidell
Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one
Use the none lane.
Toward I 10 East: Downtown, Slidell
6
4.9 mi into trip
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~10m in
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I 10
Keep slight right at fork onto I 10
Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
7
7.2 mi into trip
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~13m in
Take the exit toward LA 39: North Claibourne Avenue
Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
Exit 236B
Toward LA 39: North Claibourne Avenue
Towns Along This Route
On the drive from Metairie Terrace, LA to Arabi, LA, road signs begin pointing toward Slidell along the way.
Slidell
4.2 mi in
|
~9m
Main Roads
| Road | Distance | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| Saint Claude Avenue | 3.1 mi | 6m |
| Airline Drive | 3 mi | 6m |
| I 10 | 2.4 mi | 2m |
| Pontchartrain Expressway | 0.5 mi | <1m |
| North Claiborne Avenue | 0.3 mi | <1m |
| St Roch Avenue | 0.3 mi | <1m |
| Severn Avenue | 0.2 mi | <1m |
| Cypress Street | 0.2 mi | <1m |
Longest stretch:
Saint Claude Avenue
— 3.1 mi, about 6m
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Metairie Terrace, LA and Arabi, LA.
1
Start on Mayflower Drive
73 ft
·
8 sec
·
Mayflower Drive
2
Turn left onto Cypress Street
0.2 mi
·
50 sec
·
Cypress Street
3
Turn right onto Severn Avenue
0.2 mi
·
35 sec
·
Severn Avenue
Use the straight / left / right lanes.
4
Turn left onto US 61
3.0 mi
·
6 min
·
Airline Drive
Use the left / straight lanes.
5
Take the exit
0.7 mi
·
1 min
Toward I 10 East: Westbank
6
Keep slight left at fork
0.1 mi
·
19 sec
Toward I 10 East: Downtown, Slidell
Use the none lane.
7
Merge onto I 10
0.5 mi
·
40 sec
·
Pontchartrain Expressway
8
Keep slight right at fork onto I 10
2.4 mi
·
2 min
·
I 10
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
9
Take the exit
0.3 mi
·
39 sec
Exit 236B
Toward LA 39: North Claibourne Avenue
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
10
Continue on LA 39
0.3 mi
·
43 sec
·
North Claiborne Avenue
Use the none lane.
11
Continue on LA 39
0.2 mi
·
27 sec
·
North Robertson Street
12
Turn right onto St Roch Avenue
0.3 mi
·
36 sec
·
St Roch Avenue
13
Turn left onto LA 46
3.1 mi
·
6 min
·
Saint Claude Avenue
Use the none lane.
14
Turn right onto Aycock Street
0.2 mi
·
38 sec
·
Aycock Street
15
Arrive at destination
Aycock Street
Trip Plan
Since this is a short trip, you have plenty of flexibility in your schedule, though staying mindful of local traffic patterns on Saint Claude Avenue will help keep your 23-minute travel time on track. You won't need to plan for any scheduled stops given the brief duration of the drive. Keep your fuel budget at $2 as a baseline for your planning, as the distance is short enough that you likely won't need to refill during the trip. My best advice is to account for the technical nature of the local road segments; even though the mileage is low, the frequent turns mean you should avoid rushing. Use this quick transit to your advantage by picking a departure time that avoids peak congestion on the main thoroughfares.
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 5.8 miles from Metairie Terrace, LA, or about 11m into the drive.
The longest continuous stretch on this route runs about 3.1 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 11.6 miles or 23m in
Use this first pause for coffee, a restroom break, and a quick traffic check ahead.
Halfway reset
Around 5.8 miles or 11m in
This is the best place for your longest stop, a real meal, and a full fuel check.
Final approach
Final hour starts around 19m
Traffic, exits, and arrival timing usually matter more near Arabi, 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 11.6 miles and 23m.
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 Saint Claude Avenue for about 3.1 miles.
Where to Stop
Rest stops, refuel points, and overnight suggestions along this route.
Halfway Point
Midpoint
About 5.8 mi from Metairie Terrace, LA · 11m into the drive
Mid-route town
Meal stop
6 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 11.6 miles helps settle the day before fatigue starts building.
Meal break
The midpoint is around 5.8 miles from Metairie Terrace, LA, which is a good place for a longer meal and fuel stop.
Arriving in Arabi, LA
The final approach into Arabi, 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 Arabi, 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
$1.77 one way
$3.55 round trip
$3.88/gal
25.4 MPG avg
4 kg CO2
| Fuel Type | $/gal | One Way | Round Trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| midgrade | $4.26 | $1.95 | $3.89 |
| premium | $4.61 | $2.11 | $4.21 |
| diesel | $5.64 | $2.58 | $5.15 |
No toll roads detected on this route.
Estimated Trip Cost (one way, 1 person)
Fuel
$2
Meals
$25–$50
Total
$27–$52
Rough estimate based on US averages. Hotel $80–$140/night, meals $25–$50/day.
Estimated CO2 emission: 4.1 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-06.
Driving Electric?
About $1 in charging · 0 stops · 75% less CO2
| Vehicle Type | kWh | Stops | DC Fast | Home Charge |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Average EV | 3.5 | 0 | $1.22 | $0.56 |
| Efficient EV | 2.9 | 0 | $1.02 | $0.46 |
| EV Truck/SUV | 4.6 | 0 | $1.62 | $0.74 |
Gas CO2
4 kg
EV CO2
1 kg (75% 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
Arabi, LA
Afternoon in Arabi on Sunday
Local time
3:07 PM
CDT
Current temp
69°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
16 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
23m 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 Arabi, LA covers 11.6 miles and takes about 23m without stops. Add 15-30 minutes for a fuel or rest stop on longer drives.
The main roads are Saint Claude Avenue, Airline Drive, I 10. Expect a mix of highway and local road driving.
This is a comfortable same-day trip.
The midpoint is about 5.8 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 $1.77 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 12 significant decision points across 11.6 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: near the start (Cypress Street): Navigation decision point; at 0.2 miles (Severn Avenue): Lane positioning matters here; at 4.2 miles: Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one.
On the drive from Metairie Terrace, LA to Arabi, LA, road signs begin pointing toward Slidell along the way.
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