Trip from Metairie Terrace, LA to Jackson, LA

Drive Time

2h 16m

Distance

112.4 mi

181 km

Drive Score

9/10

Great drive

Same Day?

Yes, doable

Fuel Cost

$17

one way

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Best Time to Leave

Save up to 29 min

4 AM

2h 7m ★

6 AM

2h 17m

8 AM

2h 36m

10 AM

2h 24m

12 PM

2h 22m

3 PM

2h 24m

5 PM

2h 35m

8 PM

2h 11m

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

The drive from Metairie Terrace, LA to Jackson, LA covers 112.4 miles and takes about 2h 16m behind the wheel. This route is realistic as a one-day drive if you keep your stops efficient.

The route leans on I 10, Samuels Road, LA 965 for much of the mileage, and the overall profile is highway-focused drive. The longest uninterrupted segment is about 70.8 miles on I 10. At current regular gas prices, budget about $17.18 one way before food or hotel costs.

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

56.2 miles from Metairie Terrace, LA

A natural place for your longest stop of the day , about 1h 7m into the drive .

Drive Character

This is a 2h 16m highway drive covering 112.4 miles, with most of the trip on I 10 and Samuels Road. The longest continuous stretch is about 70.8 miles on I 10.

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 70.8 miles.

How Hard Is This Drive?

This is a straightforward highway drive that stays mostly on I 10 and Samuels Road. You will hit about 9 points where you need to pay attention to lane position or signs. The trickiest moment comes around 0.2 miles in near Waltham Street.

Route Complexity 6/10

Moderate - straightforward overall, but long enough or busy enough to require pacing

This drive requires moderate attention. Across 112.4 miles you will encounter 9 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: at 0.2 miles (Waltham Street): Navigation decision point; at 1.2 miles (LA 3152 / Clearview Parkway): Lane positioning matters here; at 3.1 miles (I 10): Merge point - match speed before joining. Lane positioning matters here.

Critical Maneuvers

5 of 9 key points

These are the spots where you need to pay the most attention. Preview them before you drive.

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0.2 mi into trip | ~0m in | Waltham Street

Turn right onto Waltham Street

Navigation decision point

5

1.2 mi into trip | ~3m in | LA 3152 / Clearview Parkway

Turn right onto LA 3152 / Clearview Parkway

Lane positioning matters here

Use the straight / right lanes.

5

3.1 mi into trip | ~7m in | I 10

Merge onto I 10

Merge point - match speed before joining. Lane positioning matters here

Use the straight / slight right lanes.

8

73.9 mi into trip | ~1h 27m in | I 110 / Martin Luther King Jr Memorial Freeway

Keep slight right at fork onto I 110 / Martin Luther King Jr Memorial Freeway toward I 110 North: Downtown, Metro Airport

Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one

Use the straight / slight right lanes. Toward I 110 North: Downtown, Metro Airport

8

82.7 mi into trip | ~1h 39m in

Keep slight right at fork toward US 61 North: Natchez

Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here

Use the slight right lane. Exit 8C Toward US 61 North: Natchez

Towns Along This Route

On the drive from Metairie Terrace, LA to Jackson, LA, road signs begin pointing toward Airport along the way.

Airport

73.9 mi in | ~1h 27m | via I 110

Main Roads

Road	Distance	Duration
I 10	70.8 mi	1h 20m
Samuels Road	16.4 mi	18m
LA 965	7.3 mi	9m
Martin Luther King Jr Memorial Freeway	6.2 mi	8m
Scenic Highway	3.8 mi	5m
Martin Luther King, Jr. Memorial Freeway	2.6 mi	3m
LA 10	2 mi	2m
Clearview Parkway	1.2 mi	2m

Longest stretch: I 10 — 70.8 mi, about 1h 20m

Trip Plan

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 56.2 miles from Metairie Terrace, LA, or about 1h 7m into the drive.

The longest continuous stretch on this route runs about 70.8 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 56.2 miles or 1h 7m 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 51m

Traffic, exits, and arrival timing usually matter more near Jackson, 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 112.4 miles and 2h 16m.

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 70.8 miles.

Where to Stop

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

Halfway Point

Midpoint

About 56.2 mi from Metairie Terrace, LA · 1h 7m into the drive

Mid-route town

Meal stop

Baton Rouge, LA

56 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

Maryland, 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 56.2 miles from Metairie Terrace, LA, which is a good place for a longer meal and fuel stop.

Before the longest stretch

Fuel check

Top up before I 10 if your tank is already low. That segment runs about 70.8 miles.

Arriving in Jackson, LA

The final approach into Jackson, 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 Jackson, 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

$17.18 one way

$34.37 round trip

$3.88/gal 25.4 MPG avg 39 kg CO₂

Fuel Type	$/gal	One Way	Round Trip
midgrade	$4.26	$18.85	$37.69
premium	$4.61	$20.40	$40.80
diesel	$5.64	$24.97	$49.94

Estimated Trip Cost (one way, 1 person)

Fuel

$17

Meals

$25–$50

Total

$42–$67

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

Estimated CO2 emission: 39.3 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-06.

Driving Electric?

About $12 in charging · 0 stops · 67% less CO₂

Vehicle Type	kWh	DC Fast	Home Charge
Average EV	33.7	$11.80	$5.40
Efficient EV	28.1	$9.83	$4.50
EV Truck/SUV	45	$15.74	$7.19

Gas CO2

39 kg

EV CO2

13 kg (67% 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 22 hours ago

Origin

Metairie Terrace, LA

Late night in Metairie Terrace on Monday

Local time

3:31 AM

CDT

Current temp

85°F

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Live forecast

Destination

Jackson, LA

Late night in Jackson on Monday

Local time

3:31 AM

CDT

Current temp

66°F

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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

2h 16m 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 Jackson, LA covers 112.4 miles and takes about 2h 16m without stops. Add 15-30 minutes for a fuel or rest stop on longer drives.

The main roads are I 10, Samuels Road, LA 965. Most of the drive stays on highways, so watch for ramps and exits.

This is a comfortable same-day trip.

The midpoint is about 56.2 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 $17.18 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.