Logansport, LA to Metairie Terrace, LA is 313.5 miles and takes about 5h 59m via I 49 and I 10, with a fuel budget near $47 and enough daylight to finish in a day. This trip stays within Louisiana, connecting two points in the Southeast region. It's a straightforward, mostly highway path, making it a good option if you're looking for an efficient drive. Given the relatively short duration and high percentage of highway travel, this route is well-suited for a single-day trip, allowing you to reach 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
156.7 miles from Logansport, LA
A natural place for your longest stop of the day
, about 2h 52m into the drive
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Main Roads
Road
Distance
Duration
I 49
152.6 mi
2h 33m
I 10
74.7 mi
1h 25m
US 190
49.5 mi
1h 3m
Main Street
18.5 mi
27m
McArthur Drive
8 mi
11m
LA 415 Spur
3.6 mi
5m
Polk Street
1.1 mi
1m
West Metairie Avenue
1.1 mi
2m
Longest stretch:
I 49
— 152.6 mi, about 2h 33m
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Logansport, LA and Metairie Terrace, LA.
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Start on US 84
0.1 mi·15 sec·Main Street
2
Turn left onto Creech Street
133 ft·12 sec·Creech Street
3
Turn left onto US 84
0.1 mi·10 sec·U.S. Highway 84
4
Turn slight right onto US 84
18 mi·27 min·Main Street
5
Continue on US 84
0.6 mi·1 min·Washington Avenue
6
Turn left onto US 84; US 171
0.6 mi·44 sec·Jenkins Street
7
Turn right onto US 84
1.1 mi·1 min·Polk Street
8
Turn straight onto US 84; LA 175
8.0 mi·11 min·McArthur Drive
9
Take the ramp
0.3 mi·41 sec
10
Merge onto I 49
153 mi·2 hr 33 min·I 49
11
Take the exit
0.5 mi·1 min
Toward US 190: Baton Rouge, Opelousas
12
Keep slight left at fork
362 ft·9 sec
Toward US 190 East: Baton Rouge
13
Merge onto US 190
49 mi·1 hr 3 min·US 190
Use the straight / right lanes.
14
Keep slight right at fork onto LA 415 Spur
3.6 mi·5 min·LA 415 Spur
15
Turn left
0.3 mi·36 sec
Toward I 10 East: Baton Rouge
16
Merge onto I 10
75 mi·1 hr 25 min·I 10
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
17
Take the exit
0.2 mi·18 sec
Exit 226Toward Clearview Parkway, Huey Long BridgeUse the straight / slight right lanes.
18
Keep slight right at fork
0.3 mi·43 sec
Toward Clearview Parkway South, Huey Long BridgeUse the slight right lane.
19
Merge onto LA 3152
1.0 mi·2 min·Clearview Parkway
20
Turn right onto West Metairie Avenue
253 ft·6 sec·West Metairie Avenue
21
Continue on West Metairie Avenue
1.0 mi·2 min·West Metairie Avenue
22
Turn right onto Division Street
0.1 mi·28 sec·Division Street
23
At end of road, turn left onto Mayflower Drive
0.1 mi·28 sec·Mayflower Drive
24
Arrive at destination
Mayflower Drive
Trip Plan
To make the most of this 5h 59m drive, consider an early morning departure from Logansport to avoid any potential traffic buildup, particularly as you get closer to Metairie Terrace. With a total distance of 313.5 miles, you won't need to break it up, but plan for at least one fuel and rest stop. The longest stretch on I 49 is over 150 miles, so be sure to top off your tank before you begin that segment. Keep an eye on your navigation as you approach your destination, as the highway will eventually give way to surface streets.
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 156.7 miles from Logansport, LA, or about 2h 52m into the drive.
The longest continuous stretch on this route runs about 152.6 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 69 miles or 1h 24m in
Use this first pause for coffee, a restroom break, and a quick traffic check ahead.
Halfway reset
Around 156.7 miles or 2h 52m 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 52m
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 Logansport, 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 Logansport, LA
This is one driving day of about 313.5 miles and 5h 59m.
Your first comfortable stop window is around 69 miles from Logansport, 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 49 for about 152.6 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 17
5 decision points cluster between mile 0.1 and 310.8 — 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|Creech Street
Turn left onto Creech Street
Navigation decision point
5
0.1 mi into trip|~0m in|US 84 / U.S. Highway 84
Turn left onto US 84 / U.S. Highway 84
Navigation decision point
6
182.6 mi into trip|~3h 19m in|US 190
Merge onto US 190
Merge point - match speed before joining. Lane positioning matters here
Use the straight / right lanes.
8
310.7 mi into trip|~5h 53m 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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310.8 mi into trip|~5h 53m 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
$43.52 one way
$87.04 round trip
$3.53/gal25.4 MPG avg110 kg CO2
Fuel Type
$/gal
One Way
Round Trip
midgrade
$3.95
$48.69
$97.38
premium
$4.29
$52.94
$105.87
diesel
$4.80
$59.19
$118.39
No toll roads detected on this route.
Estimated Trip Cost (one way, 1 person)
Fuel
$44
Meals
$25–$50
Total
$69–$94
Rough estimate based on US averages. Hotel $80–$140/night, meals $25–$50/day.
Estimated CO2 emission: 109.7 kg one way.
Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-07-13.
Driving Electric?
About $33 in charging
· 1 stop
· 66% less CO2
Vehicle Type
kWh
Stops
DC Fast
Home Charge
Average EV
94.1
1
$32.92
$15.05
Efficient EV
78.4
0
$27.43
$12.54
EV Truck/SUV
125.4
1
$43.89
$20.06
Gas CO2
110 kg
EV CO2
37 kg (66% less)
Plan for 1 charging stop. A 30-minute DC fast charge mid-route should be enough to complete the trip comfortably.
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 Jul 17, 2026
Origin
Logansport, LA
Late night
in Logansport on Sunday
Local time
4:34 AM
CDT
Current temp
93°F
Slight Chance Showers And Thunderstorms
SW 5 mph16% chanceLive forecast
Flood Warning
Flood Warning issued July 17 at 11:02AM CDT until July 22 at 1:00AM CDT by NWS Lake Charles LA
Destination
Metairie Terrace, LA
Late night
in Metairie Terrace on Sunday
Local time
4:34 AM
CDT
Current temp
95°F
Mostly Sunny
NW 5 mph5% chanceLive forecast
Flood Warning
Flood Warning issued July 17 at 11:02AM CDT until July 22 at 1:00AM CDT by NWS Lake Charles LA
95°F
Alexandria, LA
157 mi in
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
5h 59m 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.
Cane River Creole National Historical Park
National Historical Park
The Cane River region is home to a unique culture; the Creoles. Generations of the same families of workers, enslaved and tenant, and owners lived on these lands for over 200 years. The park tells the...
5 mi from route
~12 min detour
Free
near mile 75.7
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 313.5
Park data from the National Park Service API. Alerts update every 2 hours.
More Details
What kind of drive is this?
You'll spend about 90% of this 313.5-mile drive on highways, primarily I 49 and I 10. The longest continuous stretch on a single highway is 152.6 miles, which occurs on I 49. Expect frequent exits and merging traffic as you navigate these interstates, especially as you approach the New Orleans metropolitan area. The transition to surface roads will happen towards the end of your drive, but the majority of your time will be spent on high-speed, limited-access roadways.
90% highway — fuel and pacing are the main things to plan.
24 navigation steps total — most of the decisions cluster near the start and finish.
Longest single stretch: 152.6 mi on I 49.
How Hard Is This Drive?
8/10
This is a straightforward highway drive that stays mostly on I 49 and I 10. 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 Creech Street.
Driving Effort8/10
Demanding - plan breaks and stay ahead of the key maneuvers
Balances navigation complexity with total wheel time.
This is a demanding drive. With 17 significant decision points across 313.5 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 (Creech Street): Navigation decision point; at 0.1 miles (US 84 / U.S. Highway 84): Navigation decision point; at 182.6 miles (US 190): Merge point - match speed before joining. Lane positioning matters here.
Elevation Profile
Mostly flat terrain
302 ft1 ft
Total Climb
118 ft
Total Descent
325 ft
Highest Point
302 ft
~22.4 mi in
Elevation Range
301 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 Logansport, LA to Metairie Terrace, LA, road signs begin pointing toward Opelousas along the way.
Doable as a same-day drive at 5h 59m. Total distance: 313.5 miles.
Family Friendly
Moderate complexity with 1 natural rest stops along the way.
Solo Traveler
5h 59m drive, comfortable solo distance.
First-Time Driver
Mostly highway driving (90%). Some complex stretches to watch for.
Frequently Asked Questions
The longest stretch is about 152.6 miles on I 49. The full list of main roads is in the Roads section above.
Yes — we found about 12 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 12 rest areas along the route for bathroom stops.
The main spots that need attention: at 0.1 miles (Creech Street): Navigation decision point; at 0.1 miles (US 84 / U.S. Highway 84): Navigation decision point; at 182.6 miles (US 190): Merge point - match speed before joining. Lane positioning matters here.
Yes — Cane River Creole National Historical Park and New Orleans Jazz National Historical Park. See the National Parks section for detour distances and tips on detours.
Not recommended in a single day. At 6.0 hours each way, a round trip means 12.0 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.
