Origin
Terrytown, LA
Night in Terrytown on Saturday
Local time
11:34 PM
CDT
Current temp
80°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
Trip from Terrytown, LA to Monroe, LA
Compiled and reviewed by the US Trip Planner planning team at COD Solutions Oy · Last reviewed Apr 19, 2026 · Editorial standards
Drive Time
5h 18m
Distance
270.7 mi
436 km
Drive Score
10/10
Great drive
Same Day?
Yes, doable
Fuel Cost
$41
one way
EV Charging
Unknown
Best Time to Leave
4 AM
5h 5m
★
6 AM
5h 19m
8 AM
5h 45m
10 AM
5h 28m
12 PM
5h 25m
3 PM
5h 29m
5 PM
5h 44m
8 PM
5h 10m
Estimated drive times based on typical traffic patterns. Actual times may vary with weather, construction, and real-time conditions.
Terrytown, LA
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Monroe, LA
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Trip Overview
Embarking on a journey from Terrytown, Louisiana, to Monroe, Louisiana, covers 279 miles and is estimated to take around 4 hours and 46 minutes. This drive is best suited as a single-day trip, and with a fuel cost estimated at $43, it's an economical option. You'll be navigating primarily local roads with a significant number of turns, rather than high-speed highways, as this route has a 0% highway share. The overall feel is a more engaged, turn-heavy local drive, offering a different pace than a typical interstate experience. Both your origin and destination are within the Southeast region, so you'll remain within Louisiana for the entire trip.
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
135.4 miles from Terrytown, LA
A natural place for your longest stop of the day , about 2h 41m into the drive .
Main Roads
| Road | Distance | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| Pontchartrain Expressway | 80.6 mi | 1h 32m |
| Samuels Road | 75.7 mi | 1h 28m |
| E. E. Wallace Boulevard North | 63.2 mi | 1h 12m |
| I 20 | 20.3 mi | 22m |
| Natchez-Vidalia Bridge | 10.6 mi | 12m |
| Martin Luther King Jr Memorial Freeway | 6.2 mi | 8m |
| Scenic Highway | 3.8 mi | 5m |
| Martin Luther King, Jr. Memorial Freeway | 2.6 mi | 3m |
Longest stretch:
Pontchartrain Expressway
— 80.6 mi, about 1h 32m
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Terrytown, LA and Monroe, LA.
1
Start on Cedarwood Avenue
418 ft
·
16 sec
·
Cedarwood Avenue
2
Turn right onto Heritage Avenue
0.2 mi
·
35 sec
·
Heritage Avenue
3
Turn left onto Terry Parkway
0.8 mi
·
1 min
·
Terry Parkway
4
Take the ramp
0.4 mi
·
53 sec
Toward US 90 Business East: New Orleans
5
Merge onto US 90 BUS
1.4 mi
·
2 min
·
Westbank Expressway
Use the straight / slight left lanes.
6
Continue on US 90 BUS
0.6 mi
·
57 sec
·
Crescent City Connection
7
Continue on US 90 BUS
81 mi
·
1 hr 32 min
·
Pontchartrain Expressway
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
8
Keep slight right at fork onto I 110
6.2 mi
·
8 min
·
Martin Luther King Jr Memorial Freeway
Toward I 110 North: Downtown, Metro Airport
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
9
Continue on I 110
2.6 mi
·
3 min
·
Martin Luther King, Jr. Memorial Freeway
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
10
Keep slight right at fork
0.2 mi
·
17 sec
Exit 8C
Toward US 61 North: Natchez
Use the slight right lane.
11
Continue on US 61
3.8 mi
·
5 min
·
Scenic Highway
12
Continue on US 61
76 mi
·
1 hr 28 min
·
Samuels Road
13
Turn left
0.1 mi
·
17 sec
14
Continue on US 84; US 425
2.4 mi
·
2 min
·
John R Junkin Drive
15
Continue on US 84; US 425
11 mi
·
12 min
·
Natchez-Vidalia Bridge
16
Continue on US 425; LA 15
63 mi
·
1 hr 12 min
·
E. E. Wallace Boulevard North
17
Turn left
0.3 mi
·
35 sec
18
Merge onto I 20
20 mi
·
22 min
·
I 20
19
Take the exit
0.1 mi
·
18 sec
Toward US 165 BUS, LA 15: Civic Center
20
Keep slight right at fork
303 ft
·
7 sec
21
Turn straight onto US 165 Business; LA 15
0.5 mi
·
45 sec
·
Lea Joyner Memorial Expressway
22
Continue on US 165 Business; LA 15
0.3 mi
·
35 sec
·
North 6th Street
23
Turn left onto US 80; US 165 Business; LA 15
0.1 mi
·
17 sec
·
Louisville Avenue
24
Turn left
45 ft
·
5 sec
25
Turn right
38 ft
·
2 sec
26
Arrive at destination
Trip Plan
Given the 4-hour 46-minute duration and the 'turn-heavy' nature of this 279-mile drive, planning for a single day is feasible. Consider departing in the morning to allow ample time for navigating the numerous turns and making a single planned stop. With a fuel cost of approximately $43, keeping an eye on your fuel gauge is wise, especially as you'll be on local roads. A specific tip for this route would be to ensure your GPS or navigation system is fully charged and updated, as the frequent turns make it essential for staying on track without unnecessary backtracking.
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 135.4 miles from Terrytown, LA, or about 2h 41m into the drive.
The longest continuous stretch on this route runs about 80.6 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 60 miles or 1h 11m in
Use this first pause for coffee, a restroom break, and a quick traffic check ahead.
Halfway reset
Around 135.4 miles or 2h 41m 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 22m
Traffic, exits, and arrival timing usually matter more near Monroe, LA than in the middle of the route.
Before You Leave
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Open the route before leaving Terrytown, 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 Terrytown, LA
This is one driving day of about 270.7 miles and 5h 18m.
Your first comfortable stop window is around 60 miles from Terrytown, 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 Pontchartrain Expressway for about 80.6 miles.
Where to Stop
Rest stops, refuel points, and overnight suggestions along this route.
Mid-route town
Meal stop
135 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 60 miles helps settle the day before fatigue starts building.
Meal break
The midpoint is around 135.4 miles from Terrytown, LA, which is a good place for a longer meal and fuel stop.
Before the longest stretch
Fuel checkTop up before Pontchartrain Expressway if your tank is already low. That segment runs about 80.6 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 145 decision points cluster between mile 0.1 and 269.6 — GPS handles the exact turns, but know they're coming. Your lane choice matters more than the turn itself.
5
0.1 mi into trip
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~0m in
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Heritage Avenue
Turn right onto Heritage Avenue
Navigation decision point
5
1.5 mi into trip
|
~3m in
|
US 90 BUS / Westbank Expressway
Merge onto US 90 BUS / Westbank Expressway
Merge point - match speed before joining. Lane positioning matters here
Use the straight / slight left lanes.
8
84.1 mi into trip
|
~1h 38m in
|
I 110 / Martin Luther King Jr Memorial Freeway
Keep slight right at fork onto I 110 / Martin Luther King Jr Memorial Freeway toward I 110 North: Downtown, Metro Airport
Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
Toward I 110 North: Downtown, Metro Airport
8
92.9 mi into trip
|
~1h 50m in
Keep slight right at fork toward US 61 North: Natchez
Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here
Use the slight right lane.
Exit 8C
Toward US 61 North: Natchez
5
269.6 mi into trip
|
~5h 16m in
Take the exit toward US 165 BUS, LA 15: Civic Center
Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one
Toward US 165 BUS, LA 15: Civic Center
Fuel & Cost
Regular Gas
$40.88 one way
$81.76 round trip
$3.84/gal
25.4 MPG avg
95 kg CO2
| Fuel Type | $/gal | One Way | Round Trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| midgrade | $4.21 | $44.88 | $89.76 |
| premium | $4.56 | $48.59 | $97.17 |
| diesel | $5.61 | $59.77 | $119.53 |
No toll roads detected on this route.
Estimated Trip Cost (one way, 1 person)
Fuel
$41
Meals
$25–$50
Total
$66–$91
Rough estimate based on US averages. Hotel $80–$140/night, meals $25–$50/day.
Estimated CO2 emission: 94.7 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-13.
Driving Electric?
About $28 in charging · 1 stop · 66% less CO2
| Vehicle Type | kWh | Stops | DC Fast | Home Charge |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Average EV | 81.2 | 1 | $28.42 | $12.99 |
| Efficient EV | 67.7 | 0 | $23.69 | $10.83 |
| EV Truck/SUV | 108.3 | 1 | $37.90 | $17.32 |
Gas CO2
95 kg
EV CO2
32 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.
Destination
Monroe, LA
Night in Monroe on Saturday
Local time
11:34 PM
CDT
Current temp
86°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
6 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 18m 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...
4 mi from route
~10 min detour
Free
near mile 9.3
View on nps.gov
Poverty Point National Monument
National Monument
Now a nearly forgotten culture, Poverty Point at its peak 3,000 years ago was part of an enormous trading network that stretched for hundreds of miles across the continent. It was - and is - also an e...
26 mi from route
~66 min detour
Free
near mile 252.1
View on nps.gov
Park data from the National Park Service API. Alerts update every 2 hours.
What kind of drive is this?
This route is characterized by its 'turn-heavy local drive' profile, meaning you'll be actively steering and navigating more than on a highway. With a 0% highway share, expect to be on roads where you'll need to pay close attention to your surroundings and potential turns. The longest uninterrupted stretch isn't specified, but the nature of the route suggests frequent changes in direction and speed. You won't experience long periods of monotonous driving; instead, anticipate a more engaging experience as you traverse local thoroughfares.
42% highway, the rest on surface roads — varied driving throughout.
26 navigation steps total — most of the decisions cluster near the start and finish.
Longest single stretch: 80.6 mi on Pontchartrain Expressway.
How Hard Is This Drive?
7/10
This route mixes highway mileage with some local-road sections near the start or finish. 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 Heritage Avenue.
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 14 significant decision points across 270.7 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 (Heritage Avenue): Navigation decision point; at 1.5 miles (US 90 BUS / Westbank Expressway): Merge point - match speed before joining. Lane positioning matters here; at 84.1 miles (I 110 / Martin Luther King Jr Memorial Freeway): Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one.
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 Terrytown, LA to Monroe, LA, road signs begin pointing toward Airport along the way.
Airport
84.1 mi in
|
~1h 38m
|
via I 110
Who Is This Route For?
Weekend Trip
Doable as a same-day drive at 5h 18m. Total distance: 270.7 miles.
Family Friendly
Moderate complexity with 1 natural rest stops along the way.
Solo Traveler
5h 18m drive, comfortable solo distance.
Scenic Drive
Mixed highway & surface route profile with national parks nearby.
Frequently Asked Questions
The longest stretch is about 80.6 miles on Pontchartrain Expressway. 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 Monroe, 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 0.1 miles (Heritage Avenue): Navigation decision point; at 1.5 miles (US 90 BUS / Westbank Expressway): Merge point - match speed before joining. Lane positioning matters here; at 84.1 miles (I 110 / Martin Luther King Jr Memorial Freeway): Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one.
Yes — New Orleans Jazz National Historical Park and Poverty Point National Monument. See the National Parks section for detour distances and tips on detours.
Not recommended in a single day. At 5.3 hours each way, a round trip means 10.6 hours of driving — that is an unsafe level of fatigue for most drivers. Plan at least one night at Monroe, LA before the return drive.
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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