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Trip from Saint Martinville, LA to Metairie Terrace, LA

Drive Time

2h 43m

Distance

130.9 mi

211 km

Drive Score

8/10

Great drive

Same Day?

Yes, doable

Fuel Cost

$20

one way

EV Charging

None

0 DC fast

Best Time to Leave

Save up to 32 min
4 AM
2h 32m ★
6 AM
2h 43m
8 AM
3h 4m
10 AM
2h 51m
12 PM
2h 48m
3 PM
2h 52m
5 PM
3h 3m
8 PM
2h 37m

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

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Downtown Saint Martinville, LA, LA

Saint Martinville, LA

TBD Traveller

Downtown Metairie Terrace, LA, LA

Metairie Terrace, LA

Esmihel Muhammed

Trip Overview

The drive from Saint Martinville, LA to Metairie Terrace, LA covers 130.9 miles and takes about 2h 43m behind the wheel. This route is realistic as a one-day drive if you keep your stops efficient.

The route leans on I 10, Nursery Highway, Main Highway for much of the mileage, and the overall profile is highway-focused drive. The longest uninterrupted segment is about 111.3 miles on I 10. At current regular gas prices, budget about $20.01 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

1 planned break

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

Midpoint

65.5 miles from Saint Martinville, LA

A natural place for your longest stop of the day , about 1h 24m into the drive .

Drive Character

This is a 2h 43m highway drive covering 130.9 miles, with most of the trip on I 10 and Nursery Highway. The longest continuous stretch is about 111.3 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 22 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 111.3 miles.

How Hard Is This Drive?

This is a straightforward highway drive that stays mostly on I 10 and Nursery Highway. You will hit about 15 points where you need to pay attention to lane position or signs. The trickiest moment comes around 14 miles in near LA 349 / Nina Highway.

Route Complexity 6/10

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

This drive requires moderate attention. Across 130.9 miles you will encounter 15 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 14 miles (LA 349 / Nina Highway): Navigation decision point; at 15.9 miles (LA 352 / Henderson Highway): Navigation decision point; at 16.8 miles (I 10): Merge point - match speed before joining. Lane positioning matters here.

Critical Maneuvers

5 of 15 key points

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

5
14 mi into trip | ~23m in | LA 349 / Nina Highway

At end of road, turn right onto LA 349 / Nina Highway

Navigation decision point

5
15.9 mi into trip | ~27m in | LA 352 / Henderson Highway

At end of road, turn left onto LA 352 / Henderson Highway

Navigation decision point

5
16.8 mi into trip | ~28m in | I 10

Merge onto I 10

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

Use the straight / slight right lanes.
8
128.1 mi into trip | ~2h 36m 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
128.3 mi into trip | ~2h 36m 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 10 111.3 mi 2h 7m
Nursery Highway 6.5 mi 11m
Main Highway 5.6 mi 8m
Nina Highway 1.9 mi 3m
West Metairie Avenue 1.1 mi 2m
Clearview Parkway 1 mi 2m
Rue Principale Nord 0.6 mi <1m
Henderson Highway 0.6 mi 1m
Longest stretch: I 10 — 111.3 mi, about 2h 7m

Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions

Step-by-step road directions between Saint Martinville, LA and Metairie Terrace, LA.

1

Start on West Bridge Street

0.3 mi · 53 sec · West Bridge Street
2

Turn left onto Rue Principale Nord

0.6 mi · 55 sec · Rue Principale Nord
3

Continue on Main Highway

5.6 mi · 8 min · Main Highway
4

Continue on Martin Street

0.2 mi · 19 sec · Martin Street
5

Turn right onto Bridge Street

0.5 mi · 1 min · Bridge Street
6

At the end of the road, turn left onto Bridge Street Highway

0.3 mi · 36 sec · Bridge Street Highway
7

Turn right onto Nursery Highway

1.2 mi · 2 min · Nursery Highway
8

Continue on Nursery Highway

0.7 mi · 1 min · Nursery Highway
9

At the end of the road, turn right onto Nursery Highway

4.6 mi · 8 min · Nursery Highway
10

At the end of the road, turn right onto Nina Highway

1.9 mi · 3 min · Nina Highway
11

At the end of the road, turn left onto Henderson Highway

0.6 mi · 1 min · Henderson Highway
12

Enter the roundabout and take exit 1 toward the route

69 ft · 2 sec · the route
13

Exit the roundabout

0.3 mi · 38 sec
14

Merge slight left

111 mi · 2 hr 7 min
15

Take the exit slight right toward Clearview Parkway, Huey Long Bridge

0.2 mi · 18 sec · Clearview Parkway, Huey Long Bridge
16

Keep slight right to continue on Clearview Parkway South, Huey Long Bridge

0.3 mi · 43 sec · Clearview Parkway South, Huey Long Bridge
17

Merge slight left onto Clearview Parkway

1.0 mi · 2 min · Clearview Parkway
18

Turn right onto West Metairie Avenue

253 ft · 6 sec · West Metairie Avenue
19

Continue on West Metairie Avenue

1.0 mi · 2 min · West Metairie Avenue
20

Turn right onto Division Street

0.1 mi · 29 sec · Division Street
21

At the end of the road, turn left onto Mayflower Drive

0.1 mi · 29 sec · Mayflower Drive
22

Arrive at your destination

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.
Plan roughly 1 meaningful break for fuel, food, and rest.
The halfway point lands around 65.5 miles from Saint Martinville, LA, or about 1h 24m into the drive.
The longest continuous stretch on this route runs about 111.3 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 41m in

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

Halfway reset

Around 65.5 miles or 1h 24m 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 12m

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 Saint Martinville, 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 Saint Martinville, LA

This is one driving day of about 130.9 miles and 2h 43m.

Your first comfortable stop window is around 80 miles from Saint Martinville, 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 111.3 miles.

Where to Stop

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

Halfway Point

Midpoint

About 65.5 mi from Saint Martinville, LA · 1h 24m into the drive

Mid-route town

Meal stop

Baton Rouge, LA

65 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

Baton Rouge, 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 65.5 miles from Saint Martinville, 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 111.3 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.

National Parks Near This Route

Worth a detour if your schedule allows.

New Orleans Jazz National Historical Park

New Orleans Jazz National Historical Park

National Historical Park

Discover the roots of jazz at the New Orleans Jazz National Historical Park. Located in the heart of the French Quarter, our park offers live performances, exhibits, and programs that celebrate the le...

6 mi from route ~15 min detour Free near mile 130.9
View on nps.gov

Park data from the National Park Service API. Alerts update every 2 hours.

Fuel & Cost

Regular Gas

$20.01 one way

$40.02 round trip

$3.88/gal 25.4 MPG avg 46 kg CO2
Fuel Type $/gal One Way Round Trip
midgrade $4.26 $21.95 $43.90
premium $4.61 $23.76 $47.52
diesel $5.64 $29.08 $58.16

No toll roads detected on this route.

Estimated Trip Cost (one way, 1 person)

Fuel

$20

Meals

$25–$50

Total

$45–$70

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

Estimated CO2 emission: 45.8 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-06.

Driving Electric?

About $14 in charging · 0 stops · 67% less CO2

Vehicle Type kWh Stops DC Fast Home Charge
Average EV 39.3 0 $13.74 $6.28
Efficient EV 32.7 0 $11.45 $5.24
EV Truck/SUV 52.4 0 $18.33 $8.38

Gas CO2

46 kg

EV CO2

15 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 3 days ago

Origin

Saint Martinville, LA

Late night in Saint Martinville on Monday

Local time

5:32 AM

CDT

Current temp

67°F

Unavailable

Live forecast

Destination

Metairie Terrace, LA

Late night in Metairie Terrace on Monday

Local time

5:32 AM

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 43m 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 Saint Martinville, LA to Metairie Terrace, LA covers 130.9 miles and takes about 2h 43m without stops. Add 15-30 minutes for a fuel or rest stop on longer drives.
The main roads are I 10, Nursery Highway, Main Highway. Most of the drive stays on highways, so watch for ramps and exits.
This is a comfortable same-day trip.
The midpoint is about 65.5 miles from Saint Martinville, LA. Look for rest areas, gas stations, or food options near the halfway mark.
At current regular gas prices, expect to spend about $20.01 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 130.9 miles you will encounter 15 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: at 14 miles (LA 349 / Nina Highway): Navigation decision point; at 15.9 miles (LA 352 / Henderson Highway): Navigation decision point; at 16.8 miles (I 10): Merge point - match speed before joining. Lane positioning matters here.
The route from Saint Martinville, LA to Metairie Terrace, LA does not surface many named destination signs beyond the main corridor.

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