Spanning 307.7 miles, your journey from West Monroe to Terrytown is a substantial trek across Louisiana that typically takes about 4 hours and 42 minutes to complete. Because this route relies on local roads like Stella Street, US 425, and Seargent Prentiss Drive rather than major interstates, you should plan for a full day of driving. Expect to budget approximately $42 for fuel to cover the distance between these two Southeast Louisiana hubs. While it is certainly feasible as a one-day trip, the turn-heavy nature of the route means you will want to stay alert. This drive is ideal for travelers who prefer a more grounded, local experience over the predictable pace of a high-speed highway.
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
136.6 miles from West Monroe, LA
A natural place for your longest stop of the day
, about 2h 39m into the drive
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Step-by-step road directions between West Monroe, LA and Terrytown, LA.
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Start on LA 143
1.5 mi·2 min·North 7th Street
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Turn right onto LA 34
0.1 mi·8 sec·Stella Street
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Take the ramp
0.5 mi·58 sec
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Merge onto I 20
22 mi·24 min·I 20
5
Take the exit
0.3 mi·41 sec
Toward US 425: Rayville, Archibald
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Turn right onto US 425
76 mi·1 hr 28 min·US 425
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Keep slight right at fork
526 ft·14 sec
8
Merge onto US 61
79 mi·1 hr 34 min·Seargent Prentiss Drive
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Take the exit
0.5 mi·48 sec
Toward I 110 South: Baton Rouge
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Continue on I 110
2.5 mi·3 min·Martin Luther King, Jr. Memorial Freeway
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
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Continue on I 110
5.7 mi·7 min·Martin Luther King Jr Memorial Freeway
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
12
Keep slight left at fork onto I 110
0.5 mi·35 sec·Martin Luther King Jr Memorial Freeway
Use the slight left / slight right lanes.
13
Merge onto I 10
75 mi·1 hr 24 min·I 10
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
14
Keep slight right at fork onto I 10
3.5 mi·4 min·Pontchartrain Expressway
Toward New Orleans, Business DistrictUse the straight / slight right lanes.
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Keep slight left at fork onto US 90 BUS
2.4 mi·2 min·Pontchartrain Expressway
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
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Continue on US 90 BUS
0.7 mi·1 min·Crescent City Connection
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Continue on US 90 BUS
0.9 mi·1 min·Westbank Expressway
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
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Take the exit
0.2 mi·20 sec
Exit 9AToward Terry Parkway, Frontage RoadUse the straight / slight right lanes.
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Keep slight left at fork
0.7 mi·1 min
Toward Terry ParkwayUse the straight / slight right lanes.
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Continue on Terry Parkway
0.2 mi·27 sec·Terry Parkway
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Keep slight right at fork onto Terry Parkway
0.6 mi·1 min·Terry Parkway
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Turn right onto Heritage Avenue
0.2 mi·41 sec·Heritage Avenue
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Turn left onto Cedarwood Avenue
418 ft·14 sec·Cedarwood Avenue
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Arrive at destination
Cedarwood Avenue
Trip Plan
Since this route involves a complex series of local turns, aim to depart early in the morning to maximize daylight for navigation. You have one scheduled stop built into the itinerary, so use that time wisely to stretch your legs and refresh before tackling the remainder of the 307.7-mile drive. Because the fuel cost is estimated at $42, verify your vehicle's range before leaving West Monroe, as local roads may offer fewer refueling options than major interstates. Flexibility is your biggest advantage here, so do not feel pressured to rush through the turns. Pay close attention to signage on US 425 and Seargent Prentiss Drive, as the lack of highway infrastructure means you will rely heavily on local navigation cues.
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 136.6 miles from West Monroe, LA, or about 2h 39m into the drive.
The longest continuous stretch on this route runs about 79.3 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 9m in
Use this first pause for coffee, a restroom break, and a quick traffic check ahead.
Halfway reset
Around 136.6 miles or 2h 39m 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 Terrytown, LA than in the middle of the route.
Before You Leave
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Open the route before leaving West Monroe, 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 West Monroe, LA
This is one driving day of about 273.2 miles and 5h 21m.
Your first comfortable stop window is around 60 miles from West Monroe, 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 Seargent Prentiss Drive for about 79.3 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 188.6 and 271.6 — GPS handles the exact turns, but know they're coming. Your lane choice matters more than the turn itself.
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188.6 mi into trip|~3h 42m in|I 110 / Martin Luther King Jr Memorial Freeway
Keep slight left at fork onto I 110 / Martin Luther King Jr Memorial Freeway
Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here
Use the slight left / slight right lanes.
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263.9 mi into trip|~5h 8m in|I 10 / Pontchartrain Expressway
Keep slight right at fork onto I 10 / Pontchartrain Expressway toward New Orleans, Business District
Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
Toward New Orleans, Business District
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267.4 mi into trip|~5h 12m in|US 90 BUS / Pontchartrain Expressway
Keep slight left at fork onto US 90 BUS / Pontchartrain Expressway
Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
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271.4 mi into trip|~5h 17m in
Take the exit toward Terry Parkway, Frontage Road
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 9A
Toward Terry Parkway, Frontage Road
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271.6 mi into trip|~5h 17m in
Keep slight left at fork toward Terry Parkway
Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
Toward Terry Parkway
Fuel & Cost
Regular Gas
$41.26 one way
$82.52 round trip
$3.84/gal25.4 MPG avg96 kg CO2
Fuel Type
$/gal
One Way
Round Trip
midgrade
$4.21
$45.29
$90.59
premium
$4.56
$49.04
$98.07
diesel
$5.61
$60.32
$120.64
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: 95.6 kg one way.
Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-13.
Driving Electric?
About $29 in charging
· 1 stop
· 67% less CO2
Vehicle Type
kWh
Stops
DC Fast
Home Charge
Average EV
82
1
$28.69
$13.11
Efficient EV
68.3
0
$23.90
$10.93
EV Truck/SUV
109.3
1
$38.25
$17.48
Gas CO2
96 kg
EV CO2
32 kg (67% 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 Apr 15, 2026
Origin
West Monroe, LA
Night
in West Monroe on Saturday
Local time
11:37 PM
CDT
Current temp
79°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
Destination
Terrytown, LA
Night
in Terrytown on Saturday
Local time
11:37 PM
CDT
Current temp
80°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
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
5h 21m 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
~11 min detour
Free
near mile 273.2
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...
27 mi from route
~67 min detour
Free
near mile 28.3
Park data from the National Park Service API. Alerts update every 2 hours.
More Details
What kind of drive is this?
Expect a very different experience than a standard interstate commute, as this route is characterized by a turn-heavy local profile. With 0% of the trip spent on highways, you will navigate through local thoroughfares rather than cruising long stretches of pavement. In fact, there is no significant longest uninterrupted stretch on Stella Street, meaning you will be making frequent adjustments behind the wheel. The road demands your full attention, as the path remains technical and winding throughout the duration of the 307.7-mile trek. Be prepared for a consistent, hands-on driving experience that keeps you engaged with the local landscape from start to finish.
69% 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: 79.3 mi on Seargent Prentiss Drive.
How Hard Is This Drive?
9/10
This is a straightforward highway drive that stays mostly on Seargent Prentiss Drive and US 425. This route has several spots where lane changes, forks, or exits need your full attention. The trickiest moment comes around 188.6 miles in near I 110 / Martin Luther King Jr Memorial Freeway.
Driving Effort9/10
High effort - long or complex enough to need steady focus all day
Balances navigation complexity with total wheel time.
This is a demanding drive. With 15 significant decision points across 273.2 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 188.6 miles (I 110 / Martin Luther King Jr Memorial Freeway): Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here; at 263.9 miles (I 10 / Pontchartrain Expressway): Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one; at 267.4 miles (US 90 BUS / Pontchartrain Expressway): 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.
On the drive from West Monroe, LA to Terrytown, LA, road signs begin pointing toward Archibald along the way.
Archibald
24.1 mi in|~27m
Who Is This Route For?
Weekend Trip
Doable as a same-day drive at 5h 21m. Total distance: 273.2 miles.
Family Friendly
Moderate complexity with 1 natural rest stops along the way.
Solo Traveler
5h 21m drive, comfortable solo distance.
Frequently Asked Questions
The longest stretch is about 79.3 miles on Seargent Prentiss Drive. 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 Terrytown, 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 188.6 miles (I 110 / Martin Luther King Jr Memorial Freeway): Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here; at 263.9 miles (I 10 / Pontchartrain Expressway): Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one; at 267.4 miles (US 90 BUS / Pontchartrain Expressway): Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here.
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 5.4 hours each way, a round trip means 10.7 hours of driving — that is an unsafe level of fatigue for most drivers. Plan at least one night at Terrytown, LA before the return drive.
