Mansura to Metairie Terrace is 153.1 miles and takes about 3h 17m via I 10 and LA 1, with a fuel budget near $23 and enough daylight to finish in a day. This trip stays within Louisiana, moving from the Southeast region to the Southeast region. You'll spend most of your time on major highways, making for a straightforward drive. With only one recommended stop and a relatively short duration, this route is manageable for a single day of travel.
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
76.6 miles from Mansura, LA
A natural place for your longest stop of the day
, about 1h 46m into the drive
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Main Roads
Road
Distance
Duration
I 10
74.7 mi
1h 25m
LA 1
43.9 mi
1h 1m
Airline Highway
11.4 mi
14m
False River Road
8.3 mi
11m
Wye Road
4.3 mi
5m
LA 415 Spur
3.6 mi
5m
Hospital Road
1.8 mi
3m
Highway 1186
1.3 mi
2m
Longest stretch:
I 10
— 74.7 mi, about 1h 25m
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Mansura, LA and Metairie Terrace, LA.
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Start on LA 107
0.8 mi·1 min·Leglise Street
2
Turn left onto LA 1186
0.9 mi·1 min·Highway 1186
3
Keep slight right at fork onto LA 1186
0.4 mi·42 sec·Highway 1186
4
At end of road, turn right onto LA 1
44 mi·1 hr 1 min·LA 1
5
Turn right onto LA 1
1.8 mi·3 min·Hospital Road
6
At end of road, turn right onto LA 1
8.3 mi·11 min·False River Road
7
Continue on LA 1
4.3 mi·5 min·Wye Road
8
At end of road, turn left onto US 190; LA 1
11 mi·14 min·Airline Highway
9
Keep slight right at fork onto LA 415 Spur
3.6 mi·5 min·LA 415 Spur
10
Turn left
0.3 mi·36 sec
Toward I 10 East: Baton Rouge
11
Merge onto I 10
75 mi·1 hr 25 min·I 10
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
12
Take the exit
0.2 mi·18 sec
Exit 226Toward Clearview Parkway, Huey Long BridgeUse the straight / slight right lanes.
13
Keep slight right at fork
0.3 mi·43 sec
Toward Clearview Parkway South, Huey Long BridgeUse the slight right lane.
14
Merge onto LA 3152
1.0 mi·2 min·Clearview Parkway
15
Turn right onto West Metairie Avenue
253 ft·6 sec·West Metairie Avenue
16
Continue on West Metairie Avenue
1.0 mi·2 min·West Metairie Avenue
17
Turn right onto Division Street
0.1 mi·28 sec·Division Street
18
At end of road, turn left onto Mayflower Drive
0.1 mi·28 sec·Mayflower Drive
19
Arrive at destination
Mayflower Drive
Trip Plan
Given the 3h 17m estimated drive time, leaving in the morning will give you plenty of daylight to reach Metairie Terrace without feeling rushed. The route has a recommended stop, so plan to take a break around the halfway point to stretch your legs. With a fuel cost estimated at $23, it's wise to ensure you have at least a quarter tank before departing Mansura. The highway dominance means you won't need to worry about complex navigation, but be mindful of traffic as you approach the New Orleans metropolitan area.
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 76.6 miles from Mansura, LA, or about 1h 46m 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 34 miles or 48m in
Use this first pause for coffee, a restroom break, and a quick traffic check ahead.
Halfway reset
Around 76.6 miles or 1h 46m 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 42m
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 Mansura, 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 Mansura, LA
This is one driving day of about 153.1 miles and 3h 17m.
Your first comfortable stop window is around 34 miles from Mansura, 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 15
5 decision points cluster between mile 47.8 and 153 — GPS handles the exact turns, but know they're coming. Your lane choice matters more than the turn itself.
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47.8 mi into trip|~1h 8m in|LA 1 / False River Road
At end of road, turn right onto LA 1 / False River Road
Navigation decision point
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75.6 mi into trip|~1h 45m in|I 10
Merge onto I 10
Merge point - match speed before joining. Lane positioning matters here
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
8
150.3 mi into trip|~3h 10m 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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150.5 mi into trip|~3h 11m 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
153 mi into trip|~3h 17m in|Mayflower Drive
At end of road, turn left onto Mayflower Drive
Navigation decision point
Fuel & Cost
Regular Gas
$23.12 one way
$46.24 round trip
$3.84/gal25.4 MPG avg54 kg CO2
Fuel Type
$/gal
One Way
Round Trip
midgrade
$4.21
$25.38
$50.76
premium
$4.56
$27.48
$54.96
diesel
$5.61
$33.80
$67.61
No toll roads detected on this route.
Estimated Trip Cost (one way, 1 person)
Fuel
$23
Meals
$25–$50
Total
$48–$73
Rough estimate based on US averages. Hotel $80–$140/night, meals $25–$50/day.
Estimated CO2 emission: 53.6 kg one way.
Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-13.
Driving Electric?
About $16 in charging
· 0 stops
· 67% less CO2
Vehicle Type
kWh
Stops
DC Fast
Home Charge
Average EV
45.9
0
$16.08
$7.35
Efficient EV
38.3
0
$13.40
$6.12
EV Truck/SUV
61.2
0
$21.43
$9.80
Gas CO2
54 kg
EV CO2
18 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 20, 2026
Origin
Mansura, LA
Morning
in Mansura on Tuesday
Local time
6:27 AM
CDT
Current temp
84°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
Destination
Metairie Terrace, LA
Morning
in Metairie Terrace on Tuesday
Local time
6:27 AM
CDT
Current temp
85°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
86°F
Livonia, LA
77 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
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
3h 17m 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.
More Details
What kind of drive is this?
This drive is mostly highway, with 81% of the 153.1 miles on high-speed roads like I 10. You'll encounter a longest stretch of 74.7 miles on I 10 before you transition to surface roads. Expect to see a high density of exits and merges as you navigate the interstate system for the majority of your trip.
81% highway — fuel and pacing are the main things to plan.
19 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?
7/10
This is a straightforward highway drive that stays mostly on I 10 and LA 1. This route has several spots where lane changes, forks, or exits need your full attention. The trickiest moment comes around 47.8 miles in near LA 1 / False River Road.
Driving Effort7/10
Demanding - plan breaks and stay ahead of the key maneuvers
Balances navigation complexity with total wheel time.
This is a demanding drive. With 15 significant decision points across 153.1 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 47.8 miles (LA 1 / False River Road): Navigation decision point; at 75.6 miles (I 10): Merge point - match speed before joining. Lane positioning matters here; at 150.3 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 3h 17m. Total distance: 153.1 miles.
Family Friendly
Moderate complexity with 1 natural rest stops along the way.
Solo Traveler
3h 17m drive, comfortable solo distance.
First-Time Driver
Mostly highway driving (81%). 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 5 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 5 rest areas along the route for bathroom stops.
The main spots that need attention: at 47.8 miles (LA 1 / False River Road): Navigation decision point; at 75.6 miles (I 10): Merge point - match speed before joining. Lane positioning matters here; at 150.3 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one.
Possible but tiring. At 3.3 hours each way, an in-and-out day trip would put you behind the wheel for 6.6 hours — manageable with a long break at Metairie Terrace, LA, but most travelers stay overnight.
