Origin
Ama, LA
Afternoon in Ama on Wednesday
Local time
3:25 PM
CDT
Current temp
66°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
Trip from Ama, LA to Metairie Terrace, LA
Last recalculated Apr 15, 2026
Drive Time
27m
Distance
15.2 mi
25 km
Drive Score
8/10
Great drive
Same Day?
Yes, doable
Fuel Cost
$2
one way
Best Time to Leave
4 AM
0h 25m
★
6 AM
0h 28m
8 AM
0h 32m
10 AM
0h 29m
12 PM
0h 29m
3 PM
0h 29m
5 PM
0h 32m
8 PM
0h 26m
Estimated drive times based on typical traffic patterns. Actual times may vary with weather, construction, and real-time conditions.
Metairie Terrace, LA
Esmihel Muhammed
Trip Overview
The drive from Ama, LA to Metairie Terrace, LA covers 15.2 miles and takes about 27m behind the wheel. This route is realistic as a one-day drive if you keep your stops efficient.
The route leans on River Road, LA 18, LA 3152 for much of the mileage, and the overall profile is mixed drive. The longest uninterrupted segment is about 9.6 miles on River Road. At current regular gas prices, budget about $2.30 one way before food or hotel costs.
Trip Pace
Same-day drive is realistic
A same-day return is realistic if you keep stops short.
Break Rhythm
0 planned breaks
This drive is short enough that no stops are needed.
Midpoint
7.6 miles from Ama, LA
A natural place for your longest stop of the day , about 13m into the drive .
Drive Character
The drive from Ama, LA to Metairie Terrace, LA covers 15.2 miles and takes about 27m, using a mix of highways and local roads.
Expect a mix of faster highway mileage and slower local approaches near the beginning or end.
There are about 12 navigation steps in the underlying route data, so the final approach matters more than the middle miles.
River Road is the longest continuous segment at about 9.6 miles.
How Hard Is This Drive?
This route mixes highway mileage with some local-road sections near the start or finish. There are only a few real navigation decisions along the way. The trickiest moment comes around 14.3 miles in near US 61 / Airline Drive.
Route Complexity
4/10
Easy - simple navigation with a manageable amount of wheel time
This is a straightforward 27m drive. You will face about 8 decision points, but nothing that requires special attention if you follow navigation.
Where does it get tricky?
The main spots that need attention: at 14.3 miles (US 61 / Airline Drive): Merge point - match speed before joining. Lane positioning matters here; at 14.9 miles (Division Street): Lane positioning matters here; at 15.1 miles (Division Street): Navigation decision point.
Critical Maneuvers
5 of 8 key pointsThese are the spots where you need to pay the most attention. Preview them before you drive.
5
14.3 mi into trip
|
~24m in
|
US 61 / Airline Drive
Merge onto US 61 / Airline Drive
Merge point - match speed before joining. Lane positioning matters here
Use the right lane.
5
14.9 mi into trip
|
~26m in
|
Division Street
Turn left onto Division Street
Lane positioning matters here
Use the left lane.
5
15.1 mi into trip
|
~26m in
|
Division Street
Turn left onto Division Street
Navigation decision point
5
15.2 mi into trip
|
~27m in
|
Cypress Street
Turn right onto Cypress Street
Navigation decision point
5
15.2 mi into trip
|
~27m in
|
Mayflower Drive
Turn left onto Mayflower Drive
Navigation decision point
Main Roads
| Road | Distance | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| River Road | 9.6 mi | 16m |
| LA 18 | 2.6 mi | 3m |
| LA 3152 | 2 mi | 3m |
| Airline Drive | 0.7 mi | 1m |
| Division Street | 0.2 mi | <1m |
| Derbigny Street | <0.1 mi | <1m |
| Cypress Street | <0.1 mi | <1m |
| Mayflower Drive | <0.1 mi | <1m |
Longest stretch:
River Road
— 9.6 mi, about 16m
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Ama, LA and Metairie Terrace, LA.
1
Start on this road
24 ft
·
1 sec
·
this road
2
Turn right onto LA 18
9.6 mi
·
16 min
·
River Road
3
Take the ramp onto LA 18
2.6 mi
·
3 min
·
LA 18
4
Continue on LA 3152
2.0 mi
·
3 min
·
LA 3152
5
Take the exit
237 ft
·
6 sec
6
Merge onto US 61
0.7 mi
·
1 min
·
Airline Drive
Use the right lane.
7
Turn left onto Division Street
0.1 mi
·
31 sec
·
Division Street
Use the left lane.
8
Turn right onto Derbigny Street
210 ft
·
14 sec
·
Derbigny Street
9
Turn left onto Division Street
0.1 mi
·
27 sec
·
Division Street
10
Turn right onto Cypress Street
131 ft
·
11 sec
·
Cypress Street
11
Turn left onto Mayflower Drive
73 ft
·
3 sec
·
Mayflower Drive
12
Arrive at destination
Mayflower Drive
Trip Plan
Morning Departure
Leave by 9 AM and you'll arrive before lunch.
Evening Departure
Even a 4 PM departure gets you there before dark in summer.
You can normally do this drive in one day.
You may only need one short stretch break if traffic stays light.
The halfway point lands around 7.6 miles from Ama, LA, or about 13m into the drive.
The longest continuous stretch on this route runs about 9.6 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 15 miles or 26m in
Use this first pause for coffee, a restroom break, and a quick traffic check ahead.
Halfway reset
Around 7.6 miles or 13m in
This is the best place for your longest stop, a real meal, and a full fuel check.
Final approach
Final hour starts around 22m
Traffic, exits, and arrival timing usually matter more near Metairie Terrace, LA than in the middle of the route.
Before You Leave
+
Have your navigation ready before leaving Ama, LA.
Day 1
Settle into the route from Ama, LA
This is one driving day of about 15.2 miles and 27m.
At 15.2 miles this is a quick drive — no planned stops needed.
The longest stretch is on River Road for about 9.6 miles.
Where to Stop
Rest stops, refuel points, and overnight suggestions along this route.
Halfway Point
Midpoint
About 7.6 mi from Ama, LA · 13m into the drive
Pacing Suggestions
Fuel and coffee
A short stop after about 15 miles helps settle the day before fatigue starts building.
Meal break
The midpoint is around 7.6 miles from Ama, LA, which is a good place for a longer meal and fuel stop.
Arriving in Metairie Terrace, LA
Allow a few extra minutes for the final approach into Metairie Terrace, LA if you are unfamiliar with the area.
These stop ideas are pacing suggestions — the exact town or exit can change with traffic, hotel plans, and fuel range.
Fuel & Cost
Regular Gas
$2.30 one way
$4.59 round trip
$3.84/gal
25.4 MPG avg
5 kg CO2
| Fuel Type | $/gal | One Way | Round Trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| midgrade | $4.21 | $2.52 | $5.04 |
| premium | $4.56 | $2.73 | $5.46 |
| diesel | $5.61 | $3.36 | $6.71 |
No toll roads detected on this route.
Estimated Trip Cost (one way, 1 person)
Fuel
$2
Meals
$25–$50
Total
$27–$52
Rough estimate based on US averages. Hotel $80–$140/night, meals $25–$50/day.
Estimated CO2 emission: 5.3 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-13.
Driving Electric?
About $2 in charging · 0 stops · 60% less CO2
| Vehicle Type | kWh | Stops | DC Fast | Home Charge |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Average EV | 4.6 | 0 | $1.60 | $0.73 |
| Efficient EV | 3.8 | 0 | $1.33 | $0.61 |
| EV Truck/SUV | 6.1 | 0 | $2.13 | $0.97 |
Gas CO2
5 kg
EV CO2
2 kg (60% 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.
Destination
Metairie Terrace, LA
Afternoon in Metairie Terrace on Wednesday
Local time
3:25 PM
CDT
Current temp
82°F
Sunny
S 10 mph
0% chance
Live forecast
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
16 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
27m on the road
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.
Frequently Asked Questions
The drive from Ama, LA to Metairie Terrace, LA covers 15.2 miles and takes about 27m without stops. Add 15-30 minutes for a fuel or rest stop on longer drives.
The main roads are River Road, LA 18, LA 3152. Expect a mix of highway and local road driving.
This is a comfortable same-day trip.
The midpoint is about 7.6 miles from Ama, LA. Look for rest areas, gas stations, or food options near the halfway mark.
At current regular gas prices, expect to spend about $2.30 one way. This estimate uses 25.4 MPG — your actual cost will vary with your vehicle's fuel efficiency and current gas prices.
Leave by 9 AM and you'll arrive before lunch. Even a 4 PM departure gets you there before dark in summer.
This is a straightforward 27m drive. You will face about 8 decision points, but nothing that requires special attention if you follow navigation.
The main spots that need attention: at 14.3 miles (US 61 / Airline Drive): Merge point - match speed before joining. Lane positioning matters here; at 14.9 miles (Division Street): Lane positioning matters here; at 15.1 miles (Division Street): Navigation decision point.
The route from Ama, LA to Metairie Terrace, LA does not surface many named destination signs beyond the main corridor.
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