Compiled and reviewed by the US Trip Planner planning team at COD Solutions Oy · Last reviewed Apr 19, 2026 · Editorial standards
Drive Time
1h 23m
Distance
65.2 mi
105 km
Drive Score
7/10
Good drive
Same Day?
Yes, doable
Fuel Cost
$10
one way
EV Charging
Unknown
Estimated drive times based on typical traffic patterns. Actual times may vary with weather, construction, and real-time conditions.
Metairie Terrace, LA
Esmihel Muhammed
Belle Rose, LA
Ionut Photos
This 65.2-mile drive from Metairie Terrace to Belle Rose, Louisiana, is a straightforward 1 hour and 23-minute journey. Primarily utilizing I-10, the route is an easy, highway-focused trip perfect for a single day. With an estimated fuel cost of just $10, it's an economical option for a quick excursion within the Southeast region. You'll spend most of your time on the interstate, making it a low-stress drive. No overnight stays are necessary, allowing for maximum flexibility in your schedule.
| Road | Distance | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| I 10 | 43.4 mi | 49m |
| LA 70 | 5.2 mi | 6m |
| Crawford Leblanc Boulevard | 4.3 mi | 5m |
| LA 3089 | 2.8 mi | 3m |
| Highway 1 South | 2.8 mi | 4m |
| East Bayou Road | 2.5 mi | 4m |
| Clearview Parkway | 1.2 mi | 2m |
| West Metairie Avenue North | 0.9 mi | 2m |
Step-by-step road directions between Metairie Terrace, LA and Belle Rose, LA.
Start on Mayflower Drive
Continue on Civic Street
Turn right onto Waltham Street
Turn left onto West Metairie Avenue North
Turn right onto LA 3152
Take the exit
Keep slight left at fork
Merge onto I 10
Take the exit
Turn left onto LA 22
Enter roundabout onto LA 70
Continue on LA 70
Turn straight onto LA 70
Keep slight right at fork onto LA 3089
Turn left onto LA 308
Continue on LA 308
Turn right onto LA 943
Turn left onto LA 1
Turn right onto LA 998
Arrive at destination
Rest stops, refuel points, and overnight suggestions along this route.
Mid-route town
Meal stop
33 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.
A short stop after about 14 miles helps settle the day before fatigue starts building.
The midpoint is around 32.6 miles from Metairie Terrace, LA, which is a good place for a longer meal and fuel stop.
These stop ideas are pacing suggestions — the exact town or exit can change with traffic, hotel plans, and fuel range.
5 decision points cluster between mile 0.2 and 56.9 — GPS handles the exact turns, but know they're coming. Your lane choice matters more than the turn itself.
Turn right onto Waltham Street
Navigation decision point
Turn right onto LA 3152 / Clearview Parkway
Lane positioning matters here
Merge onto I 10
Merge point - match speed before joining. Lane positioning matters here
Take the exit toward LA 22: Sorrento, Donaldsonville
Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one
Keep slight right at fork onto LA 3089 toward LA 3009: Donaldsonville
Highway fork - watch signs carefully
Regular Gas
$9.85 one way
$19.69 round trip
| Fuel Type | $/gal | One Way | Round Trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| midgrade | $4.21 | $10.81 | $21.62 |
| premium | $4.56 | $11.70 | $23.41 |
| diesel | $5.61 | $14.40 | $28.79 |
No toll roads detected on this route.
Drive Cost (one way)
Fuel
$10
Estimated CO2 emission: 22.8 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-13.
Driving Electric?
About $7 in charging · 0 stops · 65% less CO2
| Vehicle Type | kWh | Stops | DC Fast | Home Charge |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Average EV | 19.6 | 0 | $6.85 | $3.13 |
| Efficient EV | 16.3 | 0 | $5.71 | $2.61 |
| EV Truck/SUV | 26.1 | 0 | $9.13 | $4.17 |
Gas CO2
23 kg
EV CO2
8 kg (65% 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.
Current conditions at both ends of the drive.
Origin
Late night in Metairie Terrace on Sunday
Local time
5:30 AM
CDT
Current temp
82°F
Sunny
Destination
Late night in Belle Rose on Sunday
Local time
5:30 AM
CDT
Current temp
83°F
Unavailable
Time zone
Origin and destination are on the same clock, so arrival timing is easier to judge at a glance.
Temperature spread
A meaningful temperature swing is a good cue to rethink layers, water, and how soon you want to arrive.
Road read
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.
Expect a predominantly highway experience on this route, with 86% of the drive taking place on interstates. The longest uninterrupted stretch measures 43.4 miles on I-10, offering a consistent pace. As you transition from I-10 to LA 70 and finally Crawford Leblanc Boulevard, you'll notice a shift from high-speed interstate travel to more local road conditions. This highway-focused profile means you'll likely encounter steady traffic on the main arteries, with a brief change in scenery as you approach your destination.
This is a straightforward highway drive that stays mostly on I 10 and LA 70. 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 Waltham Street.
Demanding - plan breaks and stay ahead of the key maneuvers
Balances navigation complexity with total wheel time.
This drive requires moderate attention. Across 65.2 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 0.2 miles (Waltham Street): Navigation decision point; at 1.2 miles (LA 3152 / Clearview Parkway): Lane positioning matters here; at 3.1 miles (I 10): Merge point - match speed before joining. Lane positioning matters here.
Based on OSRM destination-sign hints, not a full list of every settlement the road passes.
On the drive from Metairie Terrace, LA to Belle Rose, LA, road signs begin pointing toward Donaldsonville along the way.
Donaldsonville
Weekend Trip
Doable as a same-day drive at 1h 23m. Total distance: 65.2 miles.
Family Friendly
Moderate complexity with 0 natural rest stops along the way.
Solo Traveler
1h 23m drive, comfortable solo distance.
EV Driver
0 DC fast chargers along the route. Coverage: unknown.
First-Time Driver
Mostly highway driving (86%). Some complex stretches to watch for.
Compiled by the US Trip Planner planning team at COD Solutions Oy from open government datasets — OSRM over OpenStreetMap for geometry, and EIA for fuel prices. See our methodology for refresh cadence and limitations.
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