This 131.4-mile drive from Leonville, LA, to Metairie Terrace, LA, is a straightforward 2-hour and 45-minute journey. It's a perfect candidate for a single-day trip, especially given the estimated fuel cost of just $20. You'll spend most of your time on major highways, making it an efficient way to travel between these two points within the Southeast region of Louisiana. The route is primarily highway-focused, offering a direct connection without extensive detours. Plan for one main stop along the way to break up the drive. This trip is designed for getting from point A to point B with minimal fuss.
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
65.7 miles from Leonville, LA
A natural place for your longest stop of the day
, about 1h 27m into the drive
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Main Roads
Road
Distance
Duration
I 10
74.7 mi
1h 25m
US 190
42.1 mi
54m
LA 741
5.7 mi
10m
LA 415 Spur
3.6 mi
5m
State Route 31
2.2 mi
4m
West Metairie Avenue
1.1 mi
2m
Clearview Parkway
1 mi
2m
Mayflower Drive
0.1 mi
<1m
Longest stretch:
I 10
— 74.7 mi, about 1h 25m
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Leonville, LA and Metairie Terrace, LA.
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Start on LA 3254
21 ft·0 sec·Oscar Rivette Street
2
Turn right onto LA 31
0.3 mi·30 sec·State Route 31
3
Continue on LA 31
1.9 mi·3 min·State Route 31
4
Turn left onto LA 741
5.7 mi·10 min·LA 741
5
Turn right onto US 190
42 mi·54 min·US 190
Use the straight / right lanes.
6
Keep slight right at fork onto LA 415 Spur
3.6 mi·5 min·LA 415 Spur
7
Turn left
0.3 mi·36 sec
Toward I 10 East: Baton Rouge
8
Merge onto I 10
75 mi·1 hr 25 min·I 10
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
9
Take the exit
0.2 mi·18 sec
Exit 226Toward Clearview Parkway, Huey Long BridgeUse the straight / slight right lanes.
10
Keep slight right at fork
0.3 mi·43 sec
Toward Clearview Parkway South, Huey Long BridgeUse the slight right lane.
11
Merge onto LA 3152
1.0 mi·2 min·Clearview Parkway
12
Turn right onto West Metairie Avenue
253 ft·6 sec·West Metairie Avenue
13
Continue on West Metairie Avenue
1.0 mi·2 min·West Metairie Avenue
14
Turn right onto Division Street
0.1 mi·28 sec·Division Street
15
At end of road, turn left onto Mayflower Drive
0.1 mi·28 sec·Mayflower Drive
16
Arrive at destination
Mayflower Drive
Trip Plan
For this 2-hour and 45-minute trip, leaving in the morning offers the most flexibility. With only 131.4 miles and an estimated fuel cost of $20, you won't need to worry about frequent fuel stops. The longest stretch is 74.7 miles on I-10, so consider a quick break before or after that segment. Given the relatively short duration and highway-focused profile, you can easily complete this in one day. A single planned stop should be sufficient to stretch your legs and grab a refreshment before reaching Metairie Terrace.
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 65.7 miles from Leonville, LA, or about 1h 27m into the drive.
The longest continuous stretch on this route runs about 74.7 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 29 miles or 41m in
Use this first pause for coffee, a restroom break, and a quick traffic check ahead.
Halfway reset
Around 65.7 miles or 1h 27m 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 15m
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 Leonville, 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 Leonville, LA
This is one driving day of about 131.4 miles and 2h 45m.
Your first comfortable stop window is around 29 miles from Leonville, 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 74.7 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 12
5 decision points cluster between mile 7.9 and 131.3 — GPS handles the exact turns, but know they're coming. Your lane choice matters more than the turn itself.
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7.9 mi into trip|~14m in|US 190
Turn right onto US 190
Lane positioning matters here
Use the straight / right lanes.
5
53.9 mi into trip|~1h 13m in|I 10
Merge onto I 10
Merge point - match speed before joining. Lane positioning matters here
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
8
128.6 mi into trip|~2h 39m 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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128.8 mi into trip|~2h 39m 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
131.3 mi into trip|~2h 45m in|Mayflower Drive
At end of road, turn left onto Mayflower Drive
Navigation decision point
Fuel & Cost
Regular Gas
$19.84 one way
$39.69 round trip
$3.84/gal25.4 MPG avg46 kg CO2
Fuel Type
$/gal
One Way
Round Trip
midgrade
$4.21
$21.78
$43.57
premium
$4.56
$23.58
$47.17
diesel
$5.61
$29.01
$58.02
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: 46 kg one way.
Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-13.
Driving Electric?
About $14 in charging
· 0 stops
· 67% less CO2
Vehicle Type
kWh
Stops
DC Fast
Home Charge
Average EV
39.4
0
$13.80
$6.31
Efficient EV
32.9
0
$11.50
$5.26
EV Truck/SUV
52.6
0
$18.40
$8.41
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 as of Apr 14, 2026
Origin
Leonville, LA
Morning
in Leonville on Sunday
Local time
10:00 AM
CDT
Current temp
59°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
Destination
Metairie Terrace, LA
Morning
in Metairie Terrace on Sunday
Local time
10:00 AM
CDT
Current temp
82°F
Sunny
S 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
23 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 45m on the road
The weather snapshot is not static. If you are leaving later, give both cities one more quick forecast check before departure.
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 131.4
Park data from the National Park Service API. Alerts update every 2 hours.
More Details
What kind of drive is this?
Expect a predominantly highway-focused experience on this route, with 98% of the drive utilizing major roadways like I-10 and US 190. The longest uninterrupted stretch covers 74.7 miles, primarily on I-10, which means you'll be covering significant distance at highway speeds. While this offers efficiency, be prepared for a consistent pace for extended periods. The route is designed for steady progress, so you won't encounter many winding local roads or significant changes in driving style, making it a predictable drive from start to finish.
98% highway — fuel and pacing are the main things to plan.
16 navigation steps total — most of the decisions cluster near the start and finish.
Longest single stretch: 74.7 mi on I 10.
How Hard Is This Drive?
6/10
This is a straightforward highway drive that stays mostly on I 10 and US 190. You will hit about 12 points where you need to pay attention to lane position or signs. The trickiest moment comes around 7.9 miles in near US 190.
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 131.4 miles you will encounter 12 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 7.9 miles (US 190): Lane positioning matters here; at 53.9 miles (I 10): Merge point - match speed before joining. Lane positioning matters here; at 128.6 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 2h 45m. Total distance: 131.4 miles.
Family Friendly
Moderate complexity with 1 natural rest stops along the way.
Solo Traveler
2h 45m drive, comfortable solo distance.
First-Time Driver
Mostly highway driving (98%). Some complex stretches to watch for.
Frequently Asked Questions
The longest stretch is about 74.7 miles on I 10. The full list of main roads is in the Roads section above.
Yes — we found about 6 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 6 rest areas along the route for bathroom stops.
The main spots that need attention: at 7.9 miles (US 190): Lane positioning matters here; at 53.9 miles (I 10): Merge point - match speed before joining. Lane positioning matters here; at 128.6 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.
