Origin
Avondale, LA
Afternoon in Avondale on Sunday
Local time
3:07 PM
CDT
Current temp
66°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
Trip from Avondale, LA to Metairie Terrace, LA
Drive Time
16m
Distance
8.2 mi
13 km
Drive Score
6/10
Good drive
Same Day?
Yes, doable
Fuel Cost
$1
one way
Best Time to Leave
4 AM
0h 15m
★
6 AM
0h 16m
8 AM
0h 19m
10 AM
0h 17m
12 PM
0h 17m
3 PM
0h 17m
5 PM
0h 19m
8 PM
0h 15m
★
Estimated drive times based on typical traffic patterns. Actual times may vary with weather, construction, and real-time conditions.
Avondale, LA
Abhishek Navlakha
Metairie Terrace, LA
Esmihel Muhammed
Trip Overview
The drive from Avondale, LA to Metairie Terrace, LA covers 8.2 miles and takes about 16m behind the wheel. This route is realistic as a one-day drive if you keep your stops efficient.
The route leans on US 90, LA 3152, Airline Drive for much of the mileage, and the overall profile is highway-focused drive. The longest uninterrupted segment is about 4.8 miles on US 90. At current regular gas prices, budget about $1.25 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
A short stop every 2 to 3 hours is enough for this drive.
Midpoint
4.1 miles from Avondale, LA
A natural place for your longest stop of the day , about 7m into the drive .
Drive Character
This is a 16m highway drive covering 8.2 miles, with most of the trip on US 90 and LA 3152. The longest continuous stretch is about 4.8 miles on US 90.
Most of the miles stay on highways, which makes pacing and fuel planning easier than turn-by-turn city driving.
There are about 12 navigation steps in the underlying route data, so the final approach matters more than the middle miles.
US 90 is the longest continuous segment at about 4.8 miles.
Elevation Profile
Mostly flat terrain
11 ft
0 ft
Total Climb
30 ft
Total Descent
30 ft
Highest Point
11 ft
~5.1 mi in
Elevation Range
12 ft
How Hard Is This Drive?
This is a straightforward highway drive that stays mostly on US 90 and LA 3152. There are only a few real navigation decisions along the way. The trickiest moment comes around 0.1 miles in near Jamie Boulevard.
Route Complexity
4/10
Easy - simple navigation with a manageable amount of wheel time
This is a straightforward 16m drive. You will face about 9 decision points, but nothing that requires special attention if you follow navigation.
Where does it get tricky?
The main spots that need attention: at 0.1 miles (Jamie Boulevard): Navigation decision point; at 7.2 miles (US 61 / Airline Drive): Merge point - match speed before joining. Lane positioning matters here; at 7.9 miles (Division Street): Lane positioning matters here.
Critical Maneuvers
5 of 9 key pointsThese are the spots where you need to pay the most attention. Preview them before you drive.
5
0.1 mi into trip
|
~0m in
|
Jamie Boulevard
Turn right onto Jamie Boulevard
Navigation decision point
5
7.2 mi into trip
|
~13m 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
7.9 mi into trip
|
~14m in
|
Division Street
Turn left onto Division Street
Lane positioning matters here
Use the left lane.
5
8.1 mi into trip
|
~15m in
|
Division Street
Turn left onto Division Street
Navigation decision point
5
8.2 mi into trip
|
~15m in
|
Cypress Street
Turn right onto Cypress Street
Navigation decision point
Main Roads
| Road | Distance | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| US 90 | 4.8 mi | 7m |
| LA 3152 | 2 mi | 3m |
| Airline Drive | 0.7 mi | 1m |
| Division Street | 0.2 mi | <1m |
| Jamie Boulevard | 0.2 mi | 1m |
| Valentine Drive | 0.1 mi | <1m |
| Derbigny Street | <0.1 mi | <1m |
| Cypress Street | <0.1 mi | <1m |
Longest stretch:
US 90
— 4.8 mi, about 7m
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Avondale, LA and Metairie Terrace, LA.
1
Start on Valentine Drive
0.1 mi
·
30 sec
·
Valentine Drive
2
Turn right onto Jamie Boulevard
0.2 mi
·
1 min
·
Jamie Boulevard
3
Turn left onto US 90
4.8 mi
·
7 min
·
US 90
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 4.1 miles from Avondale, LA, or about 7m into the drive.
The longest continuous stretch on this route runs about 4.8 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 8.2 miles or 16m in
Use this first pause for coffee, a restroom break, and a quick traffic check ahead.
Halfway reset
Around 4.1 miles or 7m in
This is the best place for your longest stop, a real meal, and a full fuel check.
Final approach
Final hour starts around 12m
Traffic, exits, and arrival timing usually matter more near Metairie Terrace, LA than in the middle of the route.
Before You Leave
+
Open the route before leaving Avondale, 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 Avondale, LA
This is one driving day of about 8.2 miles and 16m.
Your first comfortable stop window is around 80 miles from Avondale, LA.
This route can stay practical as a one-day drive if traffic stays reasonable.
You may only need one short stretch stop if conditions stay smooth.
The longest stretch is on US 90 for about 4.8 miles.
Where to Stop
Rest stops, refuel points, and overnight suggestions along this route.
Halfway Point
Midpoint
About 4.1 mi from Avondale, LA · 7m into the drive
Mid-route town
Meal stop
4 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 8.2 miles helps settle the day before fatigue starts building.
Meal break
The midpoint is around 4.1 miles from Avondale, LA, which is a good place for a longer meal and fuel stop.
Arriving in Metairie Terrace, LA
The final approach into Metairie Terrace, LA usually feels slower than the middle of the drive, so avoid planning your tightest schedule at the very end.
Try to arrive with enough fuel left to skip an immediate station stop unless you already know the area around Metairie Terrace, LA.
These stop ideas are pacing suggestions — the exact town or exit can change with traffic, hotel plans, and fuel range.
Fuel & Cost
Regular Gas
$1.25 one way
$2.51 round trip
$3.88/gal
25.4 MPG avg
3 kg CO2
| Fuel Type | $/gal | One Way | Round Trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| midgrade | $4.26 | $1.37 | $2.75 |
| premium | $4.61 | $1.49 | $2.98 |
| diesel | $5.64 | $1.82 | $3.64 |
No toll roads detected on this route.
Estimated Trip Cost (one way, 1 person)
Fuel
$1
Meals
$25–$50
Total
$26–$51
Rough estimate based on US averages. Hotel $80–$140/night, meals $25–$50/day.
Estimated CO2 emission: 2.9 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-06.
Driving Electric?
About $1 in charging · 0 stops · 67% less CO2
| Vehicle Type | kWh | Stops | DC Fast | Home Charge |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Average EV | 2.5 | 0 | $0.86 | $0.39 |
| Efficient EV | 2.1 | 0 | $0.72 | $0.33 |
| EV Truck/SUV | 3.3 | 0 | $1.15 | $0.52 |
Gas CO2
3 kg
EV CO2
1 kg (67% 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 Sunday
Local time
3:07 PM
CDT
Current temp
85°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
19 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
16m on the road
Use the two city cards together: check the sky where you start, then compare it with the local time and temperature at arrival.
Weather data from the National Weather Service. Conditions may change; check closer to your travel date.
Frequently Asked Questions
The drive from Avondale, LA to Metairie Terrace, LA covers 8.2 miles and takes about 16m without stops. Add 15-30 minutes for a fuel or rest stop on longer drives.
The main roads are US 90, LA 3152, Airline Drive. Most of the drive stays on highways, so watch for ramps and exits.
This is a comfortable same-day trip.
The midpoint is about 4.1 miles from Avondale, LA. Look for rest areas, gas stations, or food options near the halfway mark.
At current regular gas prices, expect to spend about $1.25 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 16m drive. You will face about 9 decision points, but nothing that requires special attention if you follow navigation.
The main spots that need attention: at 0.1 miles (Jamie Boulevard): Navigation decision point; at 7.2 miles (US 61 / Airline Drive): Merge point - match speed before joining. Lane positioning matters here; at 7.9 miles (Division Street): Lane positioning matters here.
The route from Avondale, LA to Metairie Terrace, LA does not surface many named destination signs beyond the main corridor.
Mostly flat terrain. The route ranges from 0 ft to 11 ft elevation with about 30 ft of total climbing.
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