Spanning 82.9 miles across Southeast Louisiana, the trip from Addis to Metairie is a straightforward journey typically lasting about 1 hour and 29 minutes. Because of the manageable distance and duration, this route is perfectly suited for a single-day excursion, meaning you won’t need to worry about booking an overnight stay. Budgeting approximately $11 for fuel should cover your needs for the one-way transit. You will spend your time navigating off of Highway 1 South and transitioning onto I-10 East. Since both origin and destination are located within the Southeast region, the environment remains familiar as you travel between these two points.
Trip Pace
Same-day drive is realistic
A same-day return is realistic if you keep stops short.
Midpoint
41.4 miles from Addis, LA
A natural place for your longest stop of the day
, about 51m into the drive
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Step-by-step road directions between Addis, LA and Metairie, 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
74 mi·1 hr 25 min·Horace Wilkinson Bridge
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
5
Take the exit
0.1 mi·14 sec
Exit 228Toward Causeway Boulevard, Mandeville, Bonnabel BoulevardUse the straight / slight right lanes.
6
Keep slight right at fork
0.3 mi·55 sec
Toward Causeway Boulevard SouthUse the slight right lane.
7
Merge onto North Causeway Boulevard
0.6 mi·1 min·North Causeway Boulevard
8
Turn left onto 46th Street
88 ft·5 sec·46th Street
9
Turn right onto North Causeway Boulevard
285 ft·17 sec·North Causeway Boulevard
10
Turn left onto 47th Street
0.2 mi·43 sec·47th Street
11
Arrive at destination
Fagot Avenue
Trip Plan
Given the total travel time of under an hour and a half, you have the flexibility to depart whenever fits your schedule best. Since there are zero scheduled stops on this route, make sure to handle all fueling and personal needs before you head out. Keep in mind that the turn-heavy nature of the local roads means you should prioritize staying alert during the early parts of the drive. A smart tip for this specific journey is to plan your transition onto I-10 East carefully, as the shift from local roads to the interstate is the most significant change you will face. Enjoy the convenience of this short, direct trek through Southeast Louisiana.
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 41.4 miles from Addis, LA, or about 51m into the drive.
The longest continuous stretch on this route runs about 74.4 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 18 miles or 24m in
Use this first pause for coffee, a restroom break, and a quick traffic check ahead.
Halfway reset
Around 41.4 miles or 51m 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 24m
Traffic, exits, and arrival timing usually matter more near Metairie, 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 82.8 miles and 1h 40m.
Your first comfortable stop window is around 18 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 74.4 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 8
5 decision points cluster between mile 7.1 and 82.6 — 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
81.5 mi into trip|~1h 37m in
Take the exit toward Causeway Boulevard, Mandeville, Bonnabel Boulevard
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 228
Toward Causeway Boulevard, Mandeville, Bonnabel...
7
81.6 mi into trip|~1h 37m in
Keep slight right at fork toward Causeway Boulevard South
Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here
Use the slight right lane.
Toward Causeway Boulevard South
5
82.6 mi into trip|~1h 39m in|North Causeway Boulevard
Turn right onto North Causeway Boulevard
Navigation decision point
5
82.6 mi into trip|~1h 40m in|47th Street
Turn left onto 47th Street
Navigation decision point
Fuel & Cost
Regular Gas
$12.50 one way
$25.01 round trip
$3.84/gal25.4 MPG avg29 kg CO2
Fuel Type
$/gal
One Way
Round Trip
midgrade
$4.21
$13.73
$27.45
premium
$4.56
$14.86
$29.72
diesel
$5.61
$18.28
$36.56
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 kg one way.
Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-13.
Driving Electric?
About $9 in charging
· 0 stops
· 66% less CO2
Vehicle Type
kWh
Stops
DC Fast
Home Charge
Average EV
24.8
0
$8.69
$3.97
Efficient EV
20.7
0
$7.24
$3.31
EV Truck/SUV
33.1
0
$11.59
$5.30
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.
Forecast as of Apr 20, 2026
Origin
Addis, LA
Late night
in Addis on Tuesday
Local time
3:53 AM
CDT
Current temp
84°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
Destination
Metairie, LA
Late night
in Metairie on Tuesday
Local time
3:53 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
1 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
1h 40m 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...
5 mi from route
~13 min detour
Free
near mile 82.8
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 drive rather than a monotonous interstate cruise, as this route maintains a 0% highway share for its initial segments. You will encounter the Horace Wilkinson Bridge as a key feature of your transit toward Metairie. Because the longest uninterrupted stretch on Highway 1 South is 0 miles, you should be prepared for frequent adjustments and turns throughout the journey. This is a technical drive that requires your full attention on local roads before you eventually merge onto I-10 East to complete the final leg of the trip.
Only 7% highway — the rest is turn-by-turn surface driving.
11 navigation steps total — most of the decisions cluster near the start and finish.
Longest single stretch: 74.4 mi on Horace Wilkinson Bridge.
How Hard Is This Drive?
6/10
Expect a hands-on drive with frequent turns and local roads rather than long highway stretches. You will hit about 8 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 Effort6/10
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 82.8 miles you will encounter 8 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 81.5 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one; at 81.6 miles: Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here.
Doable as a same-day drive at 1h 40m. Total distance: 82.8 miles.
Family Friendly
Moderate complexity with 0 natural rest stops along the way.
Solo Traveler
1h 40m drive, comfortable solo distance.
Scenic Drive
Mostly surface roads route profile with national parks nearby.
Frequently Asked Questions
The longest stretch is about 74.4 miles on Horace Wilkinson Bridge. The full list of main roads is in the Roads section above.
It helps. This route has a higher-than-average number of complex decision points, which get harder in the dark. If the last hour of the trip is on surface roads or mountain grades, aim to arrive at Metairie, LA before sunset when you can. Check the Trip Plan for departure windows that land you in daylight.
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 81.5 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one; at 81.6 miles: 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 Metairie, LA before heading back.
