Drive Time
2h 13m
Distance
124.2 mi
Route Type
Turn-heavy local drive
Same-day tripSame Day?
Yes, doable
Fuel Cost
$17
one way
The drive from Batchelor, LA to Metairie Terrace, LA covers 124.2 miles and takes about 2h 13m behind the wheel. This route is realistic as a one-day drive if you keep your stops efficient.
The route leans on State Route 419, Gayden Road, Hospital Road for much of the mileage, and the overall profile is turn-heavy local drive. At current regular gas prices, budget about $16.87 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
62.1 miles from Batchelor, LA
A natural place for your longest stop of the day , about 1h 6m into the drive .
Expect a 2h 13m drive with frequent turns across 124.2 miles of local and secondary roads.
| Road | Distance | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| State Route 419 | Unavailable | Refreshing |
| Gayden Road | Unavailable | Refreshing |
| Hospital Road | Unavailable | Refreshing |
| False River Road | Unavailable | Refreshing |
| Wye Road | Unavailable | Refreshing |
| Airline Highway | Unavailable | Refreshing |
| I 10 East | Unavailable | Refreshing |
| Clearview Parkway | Unavailable | Refreshing |
Per-road distance and duration are being refreshed from OSRM for this route.
Step-by-step road directions between Batchelor, LA and Metairie Terrace, LA.
Start on State Route 419
Turn right onto Gayden Road
Turn right onto Hospital Road
At the end of the road, turn right onto False River Road
Continue on Wye Road
At the end of the road, turn left onto Airline Highway
Keep slight right
Turn left onto I 10 East: Baton Rouge
Merge slight left
Take the exit slight right toward Clearview Parkway, Huey Long Bridge
Keep slight right to continue on Clearview Parkway South, Huey Long Bridge
Merge slight left onto Clearview Parkway
Turn right onto West Metairie Avenue
Continue on West Metairie Avenue
Turn right onto Division Street
At the end of the road, turn left onto Mayflower Drive
Arrive at your destination
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.
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 80 miles or 1h 25m in
Use this first pause for coffee, a restroom break, and a quick traffic check ahead.
Halfway reset
Around 62.1 miles or 1h 6m in
This is the best place for your longest stop, a real meal, and a full fuel check.
Final approach
Final hour starts around 1h 49m
Traffic, exits, and arrival timing usually matter more near Metairie Terrace, LA than in the middle of the route.
Open the route before leaving Batchelor, 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 Batchelor, LA
This is one driving day of about 124.2 miles and 2h 13m.
Rest stops, refuel points, and overnight suggestions along this route.
Halfway Point
Midpoint
About 62.1 mi from Batchelor, LA · 1h 6m into the drive
Mid-route town
Meal stop
62 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 80 miles helps settle the day before fatigue starts building.
The midpoint is around 62.1 miles from Batchelor, LA, which is a good place for a longer meal and fuel stop.
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.
Regular Gas
$16.87 one way
$33.74 round trip
| Fuel Type | $/gal | One Way | Round Trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| midgrade | $3.85 | $18.83 | $37.65 |
| premium | $4.15 | $20.29 | $40.59 |
| diesel | $3.75 | $18.34 | $36.67 |
Estimated Trip Cost (one way, 1 person)
Fuel
$17
Meals (1 day)
$25–$50
Total
$42–$67
Rough estimate based on US averages. Hotel $80–$140/night, meals $25–$50/day.
Estimated CO2 emission: 43.5 kg one way.
Travel Intel
Current conditions at both ends of the drive. If you're planning ahead, check the forecast closer to your travel date.
Origin
Late night in Batchelor on Saturday
Local time
3:41 AM
CDT
Current temp
67°F
Forecast unavailable right now
Destination
Late night in Metairie Terrace on Saturday
Local time
3:41 AM
CDT
Current temp
69°F
Forecast unavailable right now
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
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
Use the two city cards together: check the sky where you start, then compare it with the local time and temperature at arrival.
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