Origin
Crowley, LA
Evening in Crowley on Wednesday
Local time
6:48 PM
CDT
Current temp
79°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
Trip from Crowley, LA to Metairie, LA
Last recalculated Apr 15, 2026
Drive Time
2h 53m
Distance
149.4 mi
240 km
Drive Score
8/10
Great drive
Same Day?
Yes, doable
Fuel Cost
$23
one way
Best Time to Leave
4 AM
2h 42m
★
6 AM
2h 53m
8 AM
3h 15m
10 AM
3h 1m
12 PM
2h 59m
3 PM
3h 2m
5 PM
3h 14m
8 PM
2h 47m
Estimated drive times based on typical traffic patterns. Actual times may vary with weather, construction, and real-time conditions.
Crowley, LA
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Metairie, LA
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Trip Overview
This 149.4-mile drive from Crowley, Louisiana, to Metairie, Louisiana, is a straightforward journey that can easily be completed in a single day, taking approximately 2 hours and 53 minutes. The route is heavily focused on interstate travel, with 98% of the drive on highways, making it a quick trip. You'll spend the majority of your time on I-10. With an estimated fuel cost of $23, this drive is quite budget-friendly. Given its relatively short duration and highway-centric profile, it's an ideal day trip. You'll be traveling within the Southeast region of the US for the entire journey.
Trip Pace
Same-day drive is realistic
A same-day return is realistic if you keep stops short.
Break Rhythm
1 planned break
A short stop every 2 to 3 hours is enough for this drive.
Midpoint
74.7 miles from Crowley, LA
A natural place for your longest stop of the day , about 1h 26m into the drive .
Drive Character
Expect a highway-focused drive for most of this 149.4-mile trip. With 98% of the route on main roads like I-10, it's designed for efficiency rather than scenery. The longest uninterrupted stretch you'll encounter is a significant 146 miles on I-10, meaning you can settle in for a long period of consistent driving. While the profile is primarily highway, you will navigate some local roads like East Hutchinson Avenue and North Causeway Boulevard, especially near your origin and destination.
Most of the miles stay on highways, which makes pacing and fuel planning easier than turn-by-turn city driving.
There are about 15 navigation steps in the underlying route data, so the final approach matters more than the middle miles.
I 10 is the longest continuous segment at about 146 miles.
How Hard Is This Drive?
This is a straightforward highway drive that stays mostly on I 10 and East Hutchinson Avenue. You will hit about 9 points where you need to pay attention to lane position or signs. The trickiest moment comes around 0.1 miles in near LA 13 / Northwest Court Circle.
Route Complexity
5/10
Moderate - straightforward overall, but long enough or busy enough to require pacing
This drive requires moderate attention. Across 149.4 miles you will encounter 9 spots where lane choice or exit timing matters. Not difficult for experienced highway drivers, but worth previewing the tricky sections before you go.
Where does it get tricky?
The main spots that need attention: at 0.1 miles (LA 13 / Northwest Court Circle): Navigation decision point; at 2.1 miles (I 10): Merge point - match speed before joining. Lane positioning matters here; at 148.1 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one.
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
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~0m in
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LA 13 / Northwest Court Circle
At end of road, turn right onto LA 13 / Northwest Court Circle
Navigation decision point
5
2.1 mi into trip
|
~4m in
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I 10
Merge onto I 10
Merge point - match speed before joining. Lane positioning matters here
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
8
148.1 mi into trip
|
~2h 49m in
Take the exit toward Causeway Boulevard, Mandeville, Bonnabel Boulevard
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 228
Toward Causeway Boulevard, Mandeville, Bonnabel...
7
148.2 mi into trip
|
~2h 49m in
Keep slight right at fork toward Causeway Boulevard South
Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here
Use the slight right lane.
Toward Causeway Boulevard South
5
149.2 mi into trip
|
~2h 52m in
|
North Causeway Boulevard
Turn right onto North Causeway Boulevard
Navigation decision point
Main Roads
| Road | Distance | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| I 10 | 146 mi | 2h 44m |
| East Hutchinson Avenue | 0.8 mi | 1m |
| North Causeway Boulevard | 0.7 mi | 1m |
| Crowley Rayne Highway | 0.5 mi | <1m |
| Tower Road | 0.3 mi | <1m |
| 47th Street | 0.2 mi | <1m |
| Northwest Court Circle | 0.1 mi | <1m |
| West Hutchinson Avenue | <0.1 mi | <1m |
Longest stretch:
I 10
— 146 mi, about 2h 44m
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Crowley, LA and Metairie, LA.
1
Start on West Hutchinson Avenue
71 ft
·
7 sec
·
West Hutchinson Avenue
2
Continue on West Hutchinson Avenue
276 ft
·
15 sec
·
West Hutchinson Avenue
3
At end of road, turn right onto LA 13
0.1 mi
·
11 sec
·
Northwest Court Circle
4
Turn right onto East Hutchinson Avenue
0.8 mi
·
1 min
·
East Hutchinson Avenue
5
Continue on US 90
0.5 mi
·
48 sec
·
Crowley Rayne Highway
6
Turn left onto LA 1111 Spur
0.3 mi
·
35 sec
·
Tower Road
7
Take the ramp
0.4 mi
·
47 sec
8
Merge onto I 10
146 mi
·
2 hr 44 min
·
I 10
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
9
Take the exit
0.1 mi
·
14 sec
Exit 228
Toward Causeway Boulevard, Mandeville, Bonnabel Boulevard
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
10
Keep slight right at fork
0.3 mi
·
55 sec
Toward Causeway Boulevard South
Use the slight right lane.
11
Merge onto North Causeway Boulevard
0.6 mi
·
1 min
·
North Causeway Boulevard
12
Turn left onto 46th Street
88 ft
·
5 sec
·
46th Street
13
Turn right onto North Causeway Boulevard
285 ft
·
17 sec
·
North Causeway Boulevard
14
Turn left onto 47th Street
0.2 mi
·
43 sec
·
47th Street
15
Arrive at destination
Fagot Avenue
Trip Plan
This 2-hour and 53-minute drive is best tackled as a single-day excursion, so you have flexibility with your departure time. Consider leaving in the morning to make the most of daylight, especially since the longest stretch without a road change is 146 miles on I-10. You'll likely only need one planned stop for fuel or a break. Keep an eye on your fuel gauge, as the significant portion on I-10 can make it tempting to push further than intended before refueling. The estimated fuel cost is around $23 for the entire 149.4 miles.
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.
Plan roughly 1 meaningful break for fuel, food, and rest.
The halfway point lands around 74.7 miles from Crowley, LA, or about 1h 26m into the drive.
The longest continuous stretch on this route runs about 146 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 33 miles or 39m in
Use this first pause for coffee, a restroom break, and a quick traffic check ahead.
Halfway reset
Around 74.7 miles or 1h 26m in
This is the best place for your longest stop, a real meal, and a full fuel check.
Final approach
Final hour starts around 2h 20m
Traffic, exits, and arrival timing usually matter more near Metairie, LA than in the middle of the route.
Before You Leave
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Open the route before leaving Crowley, 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 Crowley, LA
This is one driving day of about 149.4 miles and 2h 53m.
Your first comfortable stop window is around 33 miles from Crowley, 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 I 10 for about 146 miles.
Where to Stop
Rest stops, refuel points, and overnight suggestions along this route.
Halfway Point
Midpoint
About 74.7 mi from Crowley, LA · 1h 26m into the drive
Mid-route town
Meal stop
75 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 33 miles helps settle the day before fatigue starts building.
Meal break
The midpoint is around 74.7 miles from Crowley, LA, which is a good place for a longer meal and fuel stop.
Before the longest stretch
Fuel checkTop up before I 10 if your tank is already low. That segment runs about 146 miles.
Arriving in Metairie, LA
The final approach into Metairie, 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, LA.
After long uninterrupted mileage, take five minutes before the last urban segment to reset and refocus on exits, merges, and city traffic.
These stop ideas are pacing suggestions — the exact town or exit can change with traffic, hotel plans, and fuel range.
Fuel & Cost
Regular Gas
$22.56 one way
$45.13 round trip
$3.84/gal
25.4 MPG avg
52 kg CO2
| Fuel Type | $/gal | One Way | Round Trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| midgrade | $4.21 | $24.77 | $49.54 |
| premium | $4.56 | $26.82 | $53.63 |
| diesel | $5.61 | $32.99 | $65.97 |
No toll roads detected on this route.
Estimated Trip Cost (one way, 1 person)
Fuel
$23
Meals
$25–$50
Total
$48–$73
Rough estimate based on US averages. Hotel $80–$140/night, meals $25–$50/day.
Estimated CO2 emission: 52.3 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-13.
Driving Electric?
About $16 in charging · 0 stops · 67% less CO2
| Vehicle Type | kWh | Stops | DC Fast | Home Charge |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Average EV | 44.8 | 0 | $15.69 | $7.17 |
| Efficient EV | 37.4 | 0 | $13.07 | $5.98 |
| EV Truck/SUV | 59.8 | 0 | $20.92 | $9.56 |
Gas CO2
52 kg
EV CO2
17 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, LA
Evening in Metairie on Wednesday
Local time
6:48 PM
CDT
Current temp
65°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
14 degrees cooler at arrival
A meaningful temperature swing is a good cue to rethink layers, water, and how soon you want to arrive.
Road read
2h 53m 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 Crowley, LA to Metairie, LA covers 149.4 miles and takes about 2h 53m without stops. Add 15-30 minutes for a fuel or rest stop on longer drives.
The main roads are I 10, East Hutchinson Avenue, North Causeway Boulevard. Most of the drive stays on highways, so watch for ramps and exits.
This is a comfortable same-day trip.
The midpoint is about 74.7 miles from Crowley, LA. Look for rest areas, gas stations, or food options near the halfway mark.
At current regular gas prices, expect to spend about $22.56 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.
Plan about 1 meaningful break for fuel, food, or rest. A short stop every 2 to 3 hours is enough for this drive.
This drive requires moderate attention. Across 149.4 miles you will encounter 9 spots where lane choice or exit timing matters. Not difficult for experienced highway drivers, but worth previewing the tricky sections before you go.
The main spots that need attention: at 0.1 miles (LA 13 / Northwest Court Circle): Navigation decision point; at 2.1 miles (I 10): Merge point - match speed before joining. Lane positioning matters here; at 148.1 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one.
The route from Crowley, LA to Metairie, LA does not surface many named destination signs beyond the main corridor.
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