This 82.5-mile drive from Addis to Metairie Terrace, Louisiana, will take approximately 1 hour and 41 minutes, making it a manageable day trip. You'll primarily navigate local roads with a brief 8% share of highway driving. The estimated fuel cost for this journey is around $12. Since you're staying within the Southeast region, expect a consistent local feel throughout. This route is best suited for a single day of travel.
Trip Pace
Same-day drive is realistic
A same-day return is realistic if you keep stops short.
Midpoint
41.2 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 Terrace, 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
73 mi·1 hr 22 min·Horace Wilkinson Bridge
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
5
Take the exit
0.2 mi·18 sec
Exit 226Toward Clearview Parkway, Huey Long BridgeUse the straight / slight right lanes.
6
Keep slight right at fork
0.3 mi·43 sec
Toward Clearview Parkway South, Huey Long BridgeUse the slight right lane.
7
Merge onto LA 3152
1.0 mi·2 min·Clearview Parkway
8
Turn right onto West Metairie Avenue
253 ft·6 sec·West Metairie Avenue
9
Continue on West Metairie Avenue
1.0 mi·2 min·West Metairie Avenue
10
Turn right onto Division Street
0.1 mi·28 sec·Division Street
11
At end of road, turn left onto Mayflower Drive
0.1 mi·28 sec·Mayflower Drive
12
Arrive at destination
Mayflower Drive
Trip Plan
Given the relatively short duration of 1 hour and 41 minutes, you can easily complete this 82.5-mile trip in one day, offering flexibility in your departure time. There are no designated stops, so plan to fuel up before you leave Addis or during your drive, keeping the $12 fuel cost in mind. Pay close attention to local signage, especially as you transition onto West Metairie Avenue, as this section can be busy. The turn-heavy nature of the route means staying alert is key.
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 41.2 miles from Addis, LA, or about 51m into the drive.
The longest continuous stretch on this route runs about 72.6 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 41.2 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 23m
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 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 82.5 miles and 1h 41m.
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 72.6 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 6.6 and 82.4 — GPS handles the exact turns, but know they're coming. Your lane choice matters more than the turn itself.
4
6.6 mi into trip|~11m in
Take the exit toward I 10 East: Baton Rouge
Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early
Toward I 10 East: Baton Rouge
5
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
79.7 mi into trip|~1h 34m 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
79.8 mi into trip|~1h 35m 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...
5
82.4 mi into trip|~1h 41m in|Mayflower Drive
At end of road, turn left onto Mayflower Drive
Navigation decision point
Fuel & Cost
Regular Gas
$12.46 one way
$24.92 round trip
$3.84/gal25.4 MPG avg29 kg CO2
Fuel Type
$/gal
One Way
Round Trip
midgrade
$4.21
$13.68
$27.35
premium
$4.56
$14.81
$29.62
diesel
$5.61
$18.21
$36.43
No toll roads detected on this route.
Estimated Trip Cost (one way, 1 person)
Fuel
$12
Meals
$25–$50
Total
$37–$62
Rough estimate based on US averages. Hotel $80–$140/night, meals $25–$50/day.
Estimated CO2 emission: 28.9 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
$8.66
$3.96
Efficient EV
20.6
0
$7.22
$3.30
EV Truck/SUV
33
0
$11.55
$5.28
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 15, 2026
Origin
Addis, LA
Morning
in Addis on Sunday
Local time
9:40 AM
CDT
Current temp
79°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
Destination
Metairie Terrace, LA
Morning
in Metairie Terrace on Sunday
Local time
9:40 AM
CDT
Current temp
81°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
2 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 41m 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...
6 mi from route
~15 min detour
Free
near mile 82.5
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 for most of this 82.5-mile journey. While only 8% of the route involves highway driving, the longest uninterrupted stretch you'll encounter is 72.6 miles, likely on the Horace Wilkinson Bridge. The road character will shift as you progress from local routes in Addis to the more developed areas approaching Metairie Terrace. Be prepared for frequent turns and varying speed limits as you navigate Louisiana's roadways.
Only 8% 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: 72.6 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 6.6 miles in.
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 82.5 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 6.6 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early; at 7.1 miles (I 10 / Horace Wilkinson Bridge): Merge point - match speed before joining. Lane positioning matters here; at 79.7 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one.
Who Is This Route For?
Weekend Trip
Doable as a same-day drive at 1h 41m. Total distance: 82.5 miles.
Family Friendly
Moderate complexity with 0 natural rest stops along the way.
Solo Traveler
1h 41m drive, comfortable solo distance.
Scenic Drive
Mostly surface roads route profile with national parks nearby.
Frequently Asked Questions
The longest stretch is about 72.6 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 Terrace, 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 6.6 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early; at 7.1 miles (I 10 / Horace Wilkinson Bridge): Merge point - match speed before joining. Lane positioning matters here; at 79.7 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one.
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 Terrace, LA before heading back.
