Spanning 90.8 miles through Southeast Louisiana, this drive from Addis to Marrero typically takes about 1 hour and 44 minutes. Because the trip is relatively short, it is perfectly suited for a single-day excursion, meaning you won't need to worry about overnight logistics. You should budget approximately $12 for fuel to complete the journey. The route primarily utilizes Highway 1 South and I-10 East, crossing the Horace Wilkinson Bridge along the way. Since both your start and end points are located within the Southeast region, you will remain within a consistent geographical landscape throughout your travels.
Trip Pace
Same-day drive is realistic
A same-day return is realistic if you keep stops short.
Midpoint
48.2 miles from Addis, LA
A natural place for your longest stop of the day
, about 59m into the drive
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Step-by-step road directions between Addis, LA and Marrero, LA.
1
Start on 1st Street
0.8 mi·2 min·1st Street
2
Turn left onto LA 1
5.8 mi·9 min·Highway 1 South
3
Take the exit
0.5 mi·58 sec
Toward I 10 East: Baton Rouge
4
Merge onto I 10
77 mi·1 hr 27 min·Horace Wilkinson Bridge
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
5
Keep slight right at fork onto I 10
3.5 mi·4 min·Pontchartrain Expressway
Toward New Orleans, Business DistrictUse the straight / slight right lanes.
6
Keep slight left at fork onto US 90 BUS
2.4 mi·2 min·Pontchartrain Expressway
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
7
Continue on US 90 BUS
0.7 mi·1 min·Crescent City Connection
8
Continue on US 90 BUS
5.4 mi·6 min·Westbank Expressway
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
9
Take the exit
0.3 mi·30 sec
Exit 4BToward LA 45: Barataria BoulevardUse the slight right lane.
10
Turn straight onto Westbank Expressway
0.3 mi·36 sec·Westbank Expressway
Use the left / straight lanes.
11
Turn right onto LA 45
0.3 mi·39 sec·Barataria Boulevard
12
Arrive at destination
LA 18
Trip Plan
Given the total duration of 1 hour and 44 minutes, you have significant flexibility in your departure time, though planning for traffic near the Horace Wilkinson Bridge is a smart move. Because there are no designated stops scheduled for this 90.8-mile trek, ensure your vehicle is fueled up before you head out, keeping that $12 budget in mind. Since you won't be spending long, uninterrupted hours on a single highway, take advantage of the ability to pull over easily if you need a break. Pay close attention to navigation while on the local sections of Highway 1 South, as the frequent turns can be easy to miss if you aren't monitoring your route closely.
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 48.2 miles from Addis, LA, or about 59m into the drive.
The longest continuous stretch on this route runs about 76.5 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 21 miles or 28m in
Use this first pause for coffee, a restroom break, and a quick traffic check ahead.
Halfway reset
Around 48.2 miles or 59m 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 34m
Traffic, exits, and arrival timing usually matter more near Marrero, LA than in the middle of the route.
Before You Leave
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Open the route before leaving Addis, LA so your first major turns are already loaded.
Day 1
Settle into the route from Addis, LA
This is one driving day of about 96.4 miles and 1h 56m.
Your first comfortable stop window is around 21 miles from Addis, LA.
This route can stay practical as a one-day drive if traffic stays reasonable.
The longest stretch is on Horace Wilkinson Bridge for about 76.5 miles.
Where to Stop
Rest stops, refuel points, and overnight suggestions along this route.
Place data sourced from public business listings. Hours and availability may vary.
Heads-up: tricky spots
5 of 7
5 decision points cluster between mile 7.1 and 96.1 — GPS handles the exact turns, but know they're coming. Your lane choice matters more than the turn itself.
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7.1 mi into trip|~12m in|I 10 / Horace Wilkinson Bridge
Merge onto I 10 / Horace Wilkinson Bridge
Merge point - match speed before joining. Lane positioning matters here
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
8
83.6 mi into trip|~1h 39m in|I 10 / Pontchartrain Expressway
Keep slight right at fork onto I 10 / Pontchartrain Expressway toward New Orleans, Business District
Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
Toward New Orleans, Business District
6
87.1 mi into trip|~1h 44m in|US 90 BUS / Pontchartrain Expressway
Keep slight left at fork onto US 90 BUS / Pontchartrain Expressway
Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
7
95.5 mi into trip|~1h 54m in
Take the exit toward LA 45: Barataria Boulevard
Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here
Use the slight right lane.
Exit 4B
Toward LA 45: Barataria Boulevard
5
96.1 mi into trip|~1h 55m in|LA 45 / Barataria Boulevard
Turn right onto LA 45 / Barataria Boulevard
Navigation decision point
Fuel & Cost
Regular Gas
$14.56 one way
$29.12 round trip
$3.84/gal25.4 MPG avg34 kg CO2
Fuel Type
$/gal
One Way
Round Trip
midgrade
$4.21
$15.98
$31.96
premium
$4.56
$17.30
$34.61
diesel
$5.61
$21.28
$42.57
No toll roads detected on this route.
Estimated Trip Cost (one way, 1 person)
Fuel
$15
Meals
$25–$50
Total
$40–$65
Rough estimate based on US averages. Hotel $80–$140/night, meals $25–$50/day.
Estimated CO2 emission: 33.7 kg one way.
Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-13.
Driving Electric?
About $10 in charging
· 0 stops
· 68% less CO2
Vehicle Type
kWh
Stops
DC Fast
Home Charge
Average EV
28.9
0
$10.12
$4.63
Efficient EV
24.1
0
$8.44
$3.86
EV Truck/SUV
38.6
0
$13.50
$6.17
Gas CO2
34 kg
EV CO2
11 kg (68% 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 as of Apr 20, 2026
Origin
Addis, LA
Morning
in Addis on Tuesday
Local time
8:16 AM
CDT
Current temp
84°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
Destination
Marrero, LA
Morning
in Marrero on Tuesday
Local time
8:16 AM
CDT
Current temp
84°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
Very similar conditions
Both ends of the route are sitting at about the same temperature right now.
Road read
1h 56m 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.
National Parks Near This Route
Worth a detour if your schedule allows.
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...
Park data from the National Park Service API. Alerts update every 2 hours.
More Details
What kind of drive is this?
Expect a turn-heavy local driving experience rather than a monotonous interstate cruise. While you will navigate sections of I-10 East, the route is characterized by its local road connectivity, resulting in a highway share of 0%. You will encounter varying road conditions as you transition between local stretches and bridge crossings, with the longest uninterrupted segment on Highway 1 South being 0 miles. This dynamic road profile requires your full attention behind the wheel as you navigate turns rather than settling into a long, straight-line highway rhythm. Prepare for a hands-on driving experience that demands more engagement than a standard highway commute.
Only 18% highway — the rest is turn-by-turn surface driving.
12 navigation steps total — most of the decisions cluster near the start and finish.
Longest single stretch: 76.5 mi on Horace Wilkinson Bridge.
How Hard Is This Drive?
5/10
Expect a hands-on drive with frequent turns and local roads rather than long highway stretches. You will hit about 7 points where you need to pay attention to lane position or signs. The trickiest moment comes around 7.1 miles in near I 10 / Horace Wilkinson Bridge.
Driving Effort5/10
Moderate - straightforward overall, but long enough or busy enough to require pacing
Balances navigation complexity with total wheel time.
This drive requires moderate attention. Across 96.4 miles you will encounter 7 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 7.1 miles (I 10 / Horace Wilkinson Bridge): Merge point - match speed before joining. Lane positioning matters here; at 83.6 miles (I 10 / Pontchartrain Expressway): Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one; at 87.1 miles (US 90 BUS / Pontchartrain Expressway): Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here.
Towns Mentioned on Route Signs
Based on OSRM destination-sign hints, not a full list of every settlement the road passes.
Between Addis, LA and Marrero, LA, road signs point toward New Orleans and Business District.
Doable as a same-day drive at 1h 56m. Total distance: 96.4 miles.
Family Friendly
Moderate complexity with 0 natural rest stops along the way.
Solo Traveler
1h 56m drive, comfortable solo distance.
First-Time Driver
Mostly highway driving (18%). Some complex stretches to watch for.
Scenic Drive
Mostly surface roads route profile with national parks nearby.
Frequently Asked Questions
The longest stretch is about 76.5 miles on Horace Wilkinson Bridge. The full list of main roads is in the Roads section above.
Yes. At under 2 hours behind the wheel, this works well for families — plan one quick stop if you have younger kids.
The main spots that need attention: at 7.1 miles (I 10 / Horace Wilkinson Bridge): Merge point - match speed before joining. Lane positioning matters here; at 83.6 miles (I 10 / Pontchartrain Expressway): Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one; at 87.1 miles (US 90 BUS / Pontchartrain Expressway): Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here.
Yes — New Orleans Jazz National Historical Park. See the National Parks section for detour distances and tips on detours.
Yes. A round trip is manageable in a single day if you plan a break at Marrero, LA before heading back.
