Lakeshore, LA to Metairie Terrace, LA is 258.1 miles and takes about 5h 7m via Seargent Prentiss Drive and I 10, with a fuel budget near $37 and enough daylight to finish in a day. This trip stays within Louisiana, traversing the Southeast region. Expect a route that is predominantly highway driving, making for a fairly straightforward trip between these two points. The 5-hour duration means it's easily manageable as a single-day excursion, so you can plan to arrive at your destination without needing an overnight stop.
Trip Pace
Same-day drive is realistic
A same-day return is possible, but it will make for a full day on the road.
Break Rhythm
1 planned break
Plan on a short reset every 3 to 4 hours to stay fresh behind the wheel.
Midpoint
129.1 miles from Lakeshore, LA
A natural place for your longest stop of the day
, about 2h 33m into the drive
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Step-by-step road directions between Lakeshore, LA and Metairie Terrace, LA.
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Start on Bayou Shore Drive
490 ft·24 sec·Bayou Shore Drive
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Turn left onto Guy Avenue
69 ft·5 sec·Guy Avenue
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Turn right onto LA 139
189 ft·3 sec·Lincoln Road
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Continue on LA 139
0.4 mi·48 sec·Old Bastrop Road
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Turn left onto US 80
2.7 mi·3 min·US 80
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Turn right onto LA 594
2.0 mi·3 min·LA 594
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Continue on Russell Sage Road
0.6 mi·1 min·Russell Sage Road
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Take the ramp
0.4 mi·47 sec
9
Merge onto I 20
13 mi·14 min·I 20
10
Take the exit
0.3 mi·41 sec
Toward US 425: Rayville, Archibald
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Turn right onto US 425
76 mi·1 hr 28 min·US 425
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Keep slight right at fork
526 ft·14 sec
13
Merge onto US 61
79 mi·1 hr 34 min·Seargent Prentiss Drive
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Take the exit
0.5 mi·48 sec
Toward I 110 South: Baton Rouge
15
Continue on I 110
2.5 mi·3 min·Martin Luther King, Jr. Memorial Freeway
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
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Continue on I 110
5.7 mi·7 min·Martin Luther King Jr Memorial Freeway
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
17
Keep slight left at fork onto I 110
0.5 mi·35 sec·Martin Luther King Jr Memorial Freeway
Use the slight left / slight right lanes.
18
Merge onto I 10
71 mi·1 hr 20 min·I 10
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
19
Take the exit
0.2 mi·18 sec
Exit 226Toward Clearview Parkway, Huey Long BridgeUse the straight / slight right lanes.
20
Keep slight right at fork
0.3 mi·43 sec
Toward Clearview Parkway South, Huey Long BridgeUse the slight right lane.
21
Merge onto LA 3152
1.0 mi·2 min·Clearview Parkway
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Turn right onto West Metairie Avenue
253 ft·6 sec·West Metairie Avenue
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Continue on West Metairie Avenue
1.0 mi·2 min·West Metairie Avenue
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Turn right onto Division Street
0.1 mi·28 sec·Division Street
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At end of road, turn left onto Mayflower Drive
0.1 mi·28 sec·Mayflower Drive
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Arrive at destination
Mayflower Drive
Trip Plan
Given the 5-hour drive time, departing in the morning allows ample time to reach Metairie Terrace without feeling rushed. The single stop suggested is likely sufficient for a break, but you have flexibility to add more if needed. Keep an eye on your fuel levels, budgeting around $37 for gas. A practical tip for this route is to be aware of the 79.3-mile stretch on Seargent Prentiss Drive; ensure you have sufficient fuel before starting that segment, as services might be more spread out than on the interstate sections.
Morning Departure
An early start around 7-8 AM gets you there with plenty of daylight left.
Evening Departure
A late afternoon start means arriving after dark. Morning is better.
You can normally do this drive in one day.
Plan roughly 1 meaningful break for fuel, food, and rest.
The halfway point lands around 129.1 miles from Lakeshore, LA, or about 2h 33m into the drive.
The longest continuous stretch on this route runs about 79.3 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 57 miles or 1h 8m in
Use this first pause for coffee, a restroom break, and a quick traffic check ahead.
Halfway reset
Around 129.1 miles or 2h 33m in
This is the best place for your longest stop, a real meal, and a full fuel check.
Final approach
Final hour starts around 4h 11m
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 Lakeshore, 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 Lakeshore, LA
This is one driving day of about 258.1 miles and 5h 7m.
Your first comfortable stop window is around 57 miles from Lakeshore, 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 Seargent Prentiss Drive for about 79.3 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 19
5 decision points cluster between mile 0.1 and 255.5 — GPS handles the exact turns, but know they're coming. Your lane choice matters more than the turn itself.
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0.1 mi into trip|~0m in|LA 139 / Lincoln Road
Turn right onto LA 139 / Lincoln Road
Navigation decision point
5
19.4 mi into trip|~25m in
Take the exit toward US 425: Rayville, Archibald
Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one
Toward US 425: Rayville, Archibald
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184 mi into trip|~3h 39m in|I 110 / Martin Luther King Jr Memorial Freeway
Keep slight left at fork onto I 110 / Martin Luther King Jr Memorial Freeway
Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here
Use the slight left / slight right lanes.
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255.3 mi into trip|~5h 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
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255.5 mi into trip|~5h 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...
Fuel & Cost
Regular Gas
$39.51 one way
$79.02 round trip
$3.89/gal25.4 MPG avg90 kg CO2
Fuel Type
$/gal
One Way
Round Trip
midgrade
$4.31
$43.76
$87.51
premium
$4.65
$47.24
$94.48
diesel
$6.28
$63.77
$127.55
No toll roads detected on this route.
Estimated Trip Cost (one way, 1 person)
Fuel
$40
Meals
$25–$50
Total
$65–$90
Rough estimate based on US averages. Hotel $80–$140/night, meals $25–$50/day.
Estimated CO2 emission: 90.3 kg one way.
Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-10-19.
Driving Electric?
About $27 in charging
· 0 stops
· 67% less CO2
Vehicle Type
kWh
Stops
DC Fast
Home Charge
Average EV
77.4
0
$27.10
$12.39
Efficient EV
64.5
0
$22.58
$10.32
EV Truck/SUV
103.2
1
$36.13
$16.52
Gas CO2
90 kg
EV CO2
30 kg (67% less)
Plan for 0 charging stops, roughly every 270 miles. Allow 25-40 minutes per stop at a DC fast charger.
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 Oct 19, 2026
Origin
Lakeshore, LA
Late night
in Lakeshore on Thursday
Local time
5:58 AM
CDT
Current temp
76°F
Sunny
E 0 to 5 mph0% chanceLive forecast
Destination
Metairie Terrace, LA
Late night
in Metairie Terrace on Thursday
Local time
5:58 AM
CDT
Current temp
75°F
Sunny
NE 10 mph0% chanceLive 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 cooler at arrival
A meaningful temperature swing is a good cue to rethink layers, water, and how soon you want to arrive.
Road read
5h 7m on the road
An early start around 7-8 AM gets you there with plenty of daylight left.
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 258.1
Now a nearly forgotten culture, Poverty Point at its peak 3,000 years ago was part of an enormous trading network that stretched for hundreds of miles across the continent. It was - and is - also an e...
25 mi from route
~64 min detour
Free
near mile 17.8
Park data from the National Park Service API. Alerts update every 2 hours.
More Details
What kind of drive is this?
With 68% of this route on highways, you'll spend most of your time on faster roads. The longest uninterrupted stretch on surface roads is 79.3 miles along Seargent Prentiss Drive, offering a more rural cruising experience before merging onto the interstate. You'll notice the transition from more open roads to the denser exits and merging traffic as you approach the I 10 corridor.
68% highway — fuel and pacing are the main things to plan.
26 navigation steps total — most of the decisions cluster near the start and finish.
Longest single stretch: 79.3 mi on Seargent Prentiss Drive.
How Hard Is This Drive?
10/10
This is a straightforward highway drive that stays mostly on Seargent Prentiss Drive and US 425. This route has several spots where lane changes, forks, or exits need your full attention. The trickiest moment comes around 0.1 miles in near LA 139 / Lincoln Road.
Driving Effort10/10
High effort - long or complex enough to need steady focus all day
Balances navigation complexity with total wheel time.
This is a demanding drive. With 19 significant decision points across 258.1 miles, you will need to stay alert - especially through interchange areas and urban stretches. Consider splitting it into segments if you are not comfortable with fast highway navigation.
Where does it get tricky?
The main spots that need attention: at 0.1 miles (LA 139 / Lincoln Road): Navigation decision point; at 19.4 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one; at 184 miles (I 110 / Martin Luther King Jr Memorial Freeway): Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here.
Elevation Profile
Mostly flat terrain
392 ft1 ft
Total Climb
332 ft
Total Descent
411 ft
Highest Point
392 ft
~132.9 mi in
Elevation Range
390 ft
Towns Mentioned on Route Signs
Based on OSRM destination-sign hints, not a full list of every settlement the road passes.
On the drive from Lakeshore, LA to Metairie Terrace, LA, road signs begin pointing toward Archibald along the way.
Doable as a same-day drive at 5h 7m. Total distance: 258.1 miles.
Family Friendly
Moderate complexity with 1 natural rest stops along the way.
Solo Traveler
5h 7m drive, comfortable solo distance.
Frequently Asked Questions
The longest stretch is about 79.3 miles on Seargent Prentiss Drive. The full list of main roads is in the Roads section above.
Yes — we found about 8 rest areas or service plazas within a short detour of the route (from OpenStreetMap). See the Rest Stops tab under Nearby Places for locations and mile markers. Plan to stretch, use the bathroom, and top off fluids every 2–3 hours on longer drives.
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.
Only with planning. This is a long drive for kids — consider splitting it into two days rather than pushing through. Plan at least 1 meaningful breaks. There are 8 rest areas along the route for bathroom stops.
The main spots that need attention: at 0.1 miles (LA 139 / Lincoln Road): Navigation decision point; at 19.4 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one; at 184 miles (I 110 / Martin Luther King Jr Memorial Freeway): Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here.
Yes — New Orleans Jazz National Historical Park and Poverty Point National Monument. See the National Parks section for detour distances and tips on detours.
Not recommended in a single day. At 5.1 hours each way, a round trip means 10.2 hours of driving — that is an unsafe level of fatigue for most drivers. Plan at least one night at Metairie Terrace, LA before the return drive.
