Origin
Metairie, LA
Night in Metairie on Saturday
Local time
11:36 PM
CDT
Current temp
81°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
Trip from Metairie, LA to Hackberry, LA
Compiled and reviewed by the US Trip Planner planning team at COD Solutions Oy · Last reviewed Apr 19, 2026 · Editorial standards
Drive Time
4h 23m
Distance
225.6 mi
363 km
Drive Score
8/10
Great drive
Same Day?
Yes, doable
Fuel Cost
$34
one way
EV Charging
Unknown
Best Time to Leave
4 AM
4h 10m
★
6 AM
4h 23m
8 AM
4h 50m
10 AM
4h 32m
12 PM
4h 30m
3 PM
4h 34m
5 PM
4h 48m
8 PM
4h 15m
Estimated drive times based on typical traffic patterns. Actual times may vary with weather, construction, and real-time conditions.
Metairie, LA
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Hackberry, LA
Abhishek Navlakha
Trip Overview
This 225.6-mile drive from Metairie, Louisiana, to Hackberry, Louisiana, is a straightforward, highway-focused journey that can easily be completed in a single day. Expect to spend about 4 hours and 23 minutes on the road, with the majority of your travel on I-10. With a projected fuel cost of around $34, it's an economical option for a quick trip within the Southeast region. The route is primarily a high-speed affair, making it ideal for those who want to cover ground efficiently. This route is best suited for travelers looking to get from point A to point B with minimal fuss.
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
112.8 miles from Metairie, LA
A natural place for your longest stop of the day , about 2h 10m into the drive .
Main Roads
| Road | Distance | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| I 10 | 207.1 mi | 3h 52m |
| Louisiana Highway 27 | 12.8 mi | 17m |
| LA 1256 | 1.9 mi | 3m |
| Main Street | 0.7 mi | 1m |
| North Causeway Boulevard | 0.7 mi | 1m |
| Ruth Street | 0.3 mi | <1m |
| Old Town Road | 0.2 mi | 1m |
| 47th Street | 0.2 mi | <1m |
Longest stretch:
I 10
— 207.1 mi, about 3h 52m
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Metairie, LA and Hackberry, LA.
1
Start on Fagot Avenue
111 ft
·
4 sec
·
Fagot Avenue
2
Continue on 47th Street
0.2 mi
·
40 sec
·
47th Street
3
At end of road, turn right onto North Causeway Boulevard
285 ft
·
17 sec
·
North Causeway Boulevard
4
Turn left onto 46th Street
47 ft
·
4 sec
·
46th Street
5
Turn right onto North Causeway Boulevard
0.6 mi
·
1 min
·
North Causeway Boulevard
6
Take the exit
425 ft
·
12 sec
Toward I 10 East, I 10 West: New Orleans, Baton Rouge
7
Keep slight left at fork
0.6 mi
·
1 min
Toward I 10 West: Baton Rouge
Use the slight left lane.
8
Keep slight left at fork
0.5 mi
·
1 min
9
Merge onto I 10
72 mi
·
1 hr 22 min
·
I 10
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
10
Keep slight left at fork onto I 10
135 mi
·
2 hr 30 min
·
I 10
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
11
Take the exit
0.4 mi
·
56 sec
Exit 20
Toward LA 1256: Sulphur, Cameron
12
Keep slight left at fork
172 ft
·
6 sec
13
Turn left onto Ruth Street
0.3 mi
·
44 sec
·
Ruth Street
Use the straight / right lanes.
14
Continue on LA 1256
127 ft
·
2 sec
·
LA 1256
15
Continue on LA 1256
1.9 mi
·
3 min
·
LA 1256
Use the straight lane.
16
Continue on LA 27; LA 108
13 mi
·
17 min
·
Louisiana Highway 27
Use the left lane.
17
Keep slight right at fork onto LA 27
0.7 mi
·
1 min
·
Main Street
18
Turn slight left onto Old Town Road
102 ft
·
5 sec
·
Old Town Road
19
Continue on Old Town Road
0.2 mi
·
57 sec
·
Old Town Road
20
At end of road, turn left onto Volunteer Lane
245 ft
·
10 sec
·
Volunteer Lane
21
Arrive at destination
Volunteer Lane
Trip Plan
Given the 4 hour and 23 minute estimated duration, starting your journey in Metairie in the morning is a good strategy to arrive in Hackberry with plenty of daylight. Since the drive is mostly highway, plan for one stop to stretch your legs and refuel, perhaps around the halfway point or slightly before the longest stretch on I-10 begins. With only one recommended stop and a relatively short overall distance, you have flexibility in your timing. Keep an eye out for the transition as you leave I-10 onto Louisiana Highway 27; this marks the final leg of your trip.
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 112.8 miles from Metairie, LA, or about 2h 10m into the drive.
The longest continuous stretch on this route runs about 207.1 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 50 miles or 59m in
Use this first pause for coffee, a restroom break, and a quick traffic check ahead.
Halfway reset
Around 112.8 miles or 2h 10m in
This is the best place for your longest stop, a real meal, and a full fuel check.
Final approach
Final hour starts around 3h 31m
Traffic, exits, and arrival timing usually matter more near Hackberry, LA than in the middle of the route.
Before You Leave
+
Open the route before leaving Metairie, LA so your first major turns are already loaded.
+
Leave with enough water and a charging cable within reach, not packed away.
+
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 Metairie, LA
This is one driving day of about 225.6 miles and 4h 23m.
Your first comfortable stop window is around 50 miles from Metairie, 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 207.1 miles.
Where to Stop
Rest stops, refuel points, and overnight suggestions along this route.
Mid-route town
Meal stop
113 mi into the route
Best for: Lunch, fuel, and a longer reset
This sits close to the middle of the route, so it works well for the longest stop of the day.
Pacing Suggestions
Fuel and coffee
A short stop after about 50 miles helps settle the day before fatigue starts building.
Meal break
The midpoint is around 112.8 miles from Metairie, LA, which is a good place for a longer meal and fuel stop.
Before the longest stretch
Fuel checkTop up before I 10 if your tank is already low. That segment runs about 207.1 miles.
These stop ideas are pacing suggestions — the exact town or exit can change with traffic, hotel plans, and fuel range.
Heads-up: tricky spots
5 of 135 decision points cluster between mile 0.2 and 225.6 — GPS handles the exact turns, but know they're coming. Your lane choice matters more than the turn itself.
6
0.2 mi into trip
|
~0m in
|
North Causeway Boulevard
At end of road, turn right onto North Causeway Boulevard
Complex interchange - multiple decisions in a short stretch
7
0.9 mi into trip
|
~2m in
Keep slight left at fork toward I 10 West: Baton Rouge
Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here
Use the slight left lane.
Toward I 10 West: Baton Rouge
6
74.4 mi into trip
|
~1h 27m in
|
I 10
Keep slight left at fork onto I 10
Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
6
209.2 mi into trip
|
~3h 58m in
Take the exit toward LA 1256: Sulphur, Cameron
Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one
Exit 20
Toward LA 1256: Sulphur, Cameron
6
225.6 mi into trip
|
~4h 22m in
|
Volunteer Lane
At end of road, turn left onto Volunteer Lane
Complex interchange - multiple decisions in a short stretch
Fuel & Cost
Regular Gas
$34.07 one way
$68.14 round trip
$3.84/gal
25.4 MPG avg
79 kg CO2
| Fuel Type | $/gal | One Way | Round Trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| midgrade | $4.21 | $37.40 | $74.80 |
| premium | $4.56 | $40.49 | $80.99 |
| diesel | $5.61 | $49.81 | $99.62 |
No toll roads detected on this route.
Estimated Trip Cost (one way, 1 person)
Fuel
$34
Meals
$25–$50
Total
$59–$84
Rough estimate based on US averages. Hotel $80–$140/night, meals $25–$50/day.
Estimated CO2 emission: 78.9 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-13.
Driving Electric?
About $24 in charging · 0 stops · 67% less CO2
| Vehicle Type | kWh | Stops | DC Fast | Home Charge |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Average EV | 67.7 | 0 | $23.69 | $10.83 |
| Efficient EV | 56.4 | 0 | $19.74 | $9.02 |
| EV Truck/SUV | 90.2 | 1 | $31.58 | $14.44 |
Gas CO2
79 kg
EV CO2
26 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.
Destination
Hackberry, LA
Night in Hackberry on Saturday
Local time
11:36 PM
CDT
Current temp
68°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
13 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
4h 23m 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...
5 mi from route
~13 min detour
Free
View on nps.gov
Park data from the National Park Service API. Alerts update every 2 hours.
What kind of drive is this?
For nearly all of this trip, you'll be on the interstate. With a 98% highway share, this drive is predominantly a high-speed cruise on I-10. You'll encounter one long stretch of 207.1 miles on I-10, meaning you can settle in for a significant period without needing to exit. The final portion of the journey involves Louisiana Highway 27 and LA 1256, offering a slight change of pace as you transition off the main interstate. This highway-focused profile means consistent speeds and a predictable driving experience.
98% highway — fuel and pacing are the main things to plan.
21 navigation steps total — most of the decisions cluster near the start and finish.
Longest single stretch: 207.1 mi on I 10.
How Hard Is This Drive?
7/10
This is a straightforward highway drive that stays mostly on I 10 and Louisiana Highway 27. This route has several spots where lane changes, forks, or exits need your full attention. The trickiest moment comes around 0.2 miles in near North Causeway Boulevard.
Driving Effort
7/10
Demanding - plan breaks and stay ahead of the key maneuvers
Balances navigation complexity with total wheel time.
This is a demanding drive. With 13 significant decision points across 225.6 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 0.2 miles (North Causeway Boulevard): Complex interchange - multiple decisions in a short stretch; at 0.9 miles: Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here; at 74.4 miles (I 10): Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here.
Towns Mentioned on Route Signs
Based on OSRM destination-sign hints, not a full list of every settlement the road passes.
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 Metairie, LA to Hackberry, LA, road signs begin pointing toward Cameron along the way.
Cameron
209.2 mi in
|
~3h 58m
Who Is This Route For?
Weekend Trip
Doable as a same-day drive at 4h 23m. Total distance: 225.6 miles.
Family Friendly
Moderate complexity with 1 natural rest stops along the way.
Solo Traveler
4h 23m 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 207.1 miles on I 10. The full list of main roads is in the Roads section above.
We did not find dedicated rest areas on this route. For a drive this long, plan bathroom and stretch breaks around gas stations, fast-food stops, or small-town downtowns — check the Nearby Places section for options.
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 Hackberry, 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. Dedicated rest areas are limited, so plan gas or food stops as your bathroom breaks.
The main spots that need attention: at 0.2 miles (North Causeway Boulevard): Complex interchange - multiple decisions in a short stretch; at 0.9 miles: Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here; at 74.4 miles (I 10): Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here.
Yes — New Orleans Jazz National Historical Park. See the National Parks section for detour distances and tips on detours.
Possible but tiring. At 4.4 hours each way, an in-and-out day trip would put you behind the wheel for 8.8 hours — manageable with a long break at Hackberry, LA, but most travelers stay overnight.
How this page is built
Compiled by the US Trip Planner planning team at COD Solutions Oy from open government datasets — OSRM over OpenStreetMap for geometry, EIA for fuel prices, and NPS for national parks. See our methodology for refresh cadence and limitations.
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