Origin
French Settlement, LA
Afternoon in French Settlement on Wednesday
Local time
4:14 PM
CDT
Current temp
79°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
Trip from French Settlement, LA to Metairie, LA
Last recalculated Apr 15, 2026
Drive Time
1h 14m
Distance
58 mi
93 km
Drive Score
7/10
Good drive
Same Day?
Yes, doable
Fuel Cost
$9
one way
Best Time to Leave
4 AM
1h 9m
★
6 AM
1h 15m
8 AM
1h 27m
10 AM
1h 19m
12 PM
1h 18m
3 PM
1h 19m
5 PM
1h 26m
8 PM
1h 11m
Estimated drive times based on typical traffic patterns. Actual times may vary with weather, construction, and real-time conditions.
French Settlement, LA
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Metairie, LA
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Trip Overview
This 58-mile drive from French Settlement to Metairie, Louisiana, is a straightforward trip that can easily be completed in about 1 hour and 14 minutes. With 90% of the route on highways, it's a quick and efficient journey, perfect for a single-day trip. The estimated fuel cost is around $9, making it an economical option. You'll primarily navigate via I-10 and LA 22, with a section on Airline Highway. Given its short duration and highway focus, this route is best suited for travelers looking for a direct connection between these two points in the Southeast region of Louisiana, without the need for an overnight stay.
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
29 miles from French Settlement, LA
A natural place for your longest stop of the day , about 39m into the drive .
Drive Character
Expect a predominantly highway-focused experience on this 58-mile drive, with 90% of your travel time spent on faster roads. The longest uninterrupted stretch you'll encounter is 40.8 miles on I-10, offering a consistent pace. You'll transition from LA 22 onto I-10, eventually taking Airline Highway towards your destination. While the majority is highway driving, there might be brief moments on local roads as you enter and exit towns. This profile suggests a drive that prioritizes efficiency over scenic detours, allowing you to cover ground quickly.
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 40.8 miles.
How Hard Is This Drive?
This is a straightforward highway drive that stays mostly on I 10 and LA 22. You will hit about 10 points where you need to pay attention to lane position or signs. The trickiest moment comes around 15.8 miles in near I 10.
Route Complexity
6/10
Moderate - straightforward overall, but long enough or busy enough to require pacing
This drive requires moderate attention. Across 58 miles you will encounter 10 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 15.8 miles (I 10): Merge point - match speed before joining. Lane positioning matters here; at 56.7 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one; at 56.8 miles: Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here.
Critical Maneuvers
5 of 10 key pointsThese are the spots where you need to pay the most attention. Preview them before you drive.
5
15.8 mi into trip
|
~23m in
|
I 10
Merge onto I 10
Merge point - match speed before joining. Lane positioning matters here
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
8
56.7 mi into trip
|
~1h 10m 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
56.8 mi into trip
|
~1h 11m 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
57.8 mi into trip
|
~1h 13m in
|
North Causeway Boulevard
Turn right onto North Causeway Boulevard
Navigation decision point
5
57.8 mi into trip
|
~1h 14m in
|
47th Street
Turn left onto 47th Street
Navigation decision point
Main Roads
| Road | Distance | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| I 10 | 40.8 mi | 47m |
| LA 22 | 8.6 mi | 13m |
| Airline Highway | 3.7 mi | 4m |
| LA 16 | 3 mi | 5m |
| North Causeway Boulevard | 0.7 mi | 1m |
| 47th Street | 0.2 mi | <1m |
| 46th Street | <0.1 mi | <1m |
| LA 444 | <0.1 mi | <1m |
Longest stretch:
I 10
— 40.8 mi, about 47m
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between French Settlement, LA and Metairie, LA.
1
Start on LA 444
9 ft
·
3 sec
·
LA 444
2
Turn left onto LA 16
3.0 mi
·
5 min
·
LA 16
3
Enter roundabout onto LA 22
16 ft
·
0 sec
·
LA 22
4
Continue on LA 22
6.5 mi
·
9 min
·
LA 22
5
Continue on LA 22
2.1 mi
·
3 min
·
LA 22
6
Turn left onto US 61
3.7 mi
·
4 min
·
Airline Highway
7
Take the exit
0.6 mi
·
57 sec
Toward I 10 East: New Orleans
8
Merge onto I 10
41 mi
·
47 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
For this 1 hour and 14-minute drive, leaving in the morning or mid-afternoon will help you avoid potential peak traffic, especially as you approach Metairie. Since it's a short, 58-mile route, you have the flexibility to depart whenever suits you best and won't need to plan for extensive stops. The $9 fuel cost is minimal, but it's always wise to ensure you have a full tank before departing French Settlement. Keep an eye out for the transition from LA 22 to I-10, as this is where the character of the drive shifts to a more sustained highway pace for a significant portion.
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 29 miles from French Settlement, LA, or about 39m into the drive.
The longest continuous stretch on this route runs about 40.8 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 13 miles or 20m in
Use this first pause for coffee, a restroom break, and a quick traffic check ahead.
Halfway reset
Around 29 miles or 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 1h 2m
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 French Settlement, LA so your first major turns are already loaded.
Day 1
Settle into the route from French Settlement, LA
This is one driving day of about 58 miles and 1h 14m.
Your first comfortable stop window is around 13 miles from French Settlement, LA.
This route can stay practical as a one-day drive if traffic stays reasonable.
The longest stretch is on I 10 for about 40.8 miles.
Where to Stop
Rest stops, refuel points, and overnight suggestions along this route.
Halfway Point
Midpoint
About 29 mi from French Settlement, LA · 39m into the drive
Mid-route town
Meal stop
29 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 13 miles helps settle the day before fatigue starts building.
Meal break
The midpoint is around 29 miles from French Settlement, LA, which is a good place for a longer meal and fuel stop.
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.
These stop ideas are pacing suggestions — the exact town or exit can change with traffic, hotel plans, and fuel range.
Fuel & Cost
Regular Gas
$8.76 one way
$17.52 round trip
$3.84/gal
25.4 MPG avg
20 kg CO2
| Fuel Type | $/gal | One Way | Round Trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| midgrade | $4.21 | $9.62 | $19.23 |
| premium | $4.56 | $10.41 | $20.82 |
| diesel | $5.61 | $12.81 | $25.61 |
No toll roads detected on this route.
Estimated Trip Cost (one way, 1 person)
Fuel
$9
Meals
$25–$50
Total
$34–$59
Rough estimate based on US averages. Hotel $80–$140/night, meals $25–$50/day.
Estimated CO2 emission: 20.3 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-13.
Driving Electric?
About $6 in charging · 0 stops · 65% less CO2
| Vehicle Type | kWh | Stops | DC Fast | Home Charge |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Average EV | 17.4 | 0 | $6.09 | $2.78 |
| Efficient EV | 14.5 | 0 | $5.07 | $2.32 |
| EV Truck/SUV | 23.2 | 0 | $8.12 | $3.71 |
Gas CO2
20 kg
EV CO2
7 kg (65% 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
Afternoon in Metairie on Wednesday
Local time
4:14 PM
CDT
Current temp
83°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
4 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
1h 14m 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 French Settlement, LA to Metairie, LA covers 58 miles and takes about 1h 14m without stops. Add 15-30 minutes for a fuel or rest stop on longer drives.
The main roads are I 10, LA 22, Airline Highway. Most of the drive stays on highways, so watch for ramps and exits.
This is a comfortable same-day trip.
The midpoint is about 29 miles from French Settlement, LA. Look for rest areas, gas stations, or food options near the halfway mark.
At current regular gas prices, expect to spend about $8.76 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 drive requires moderate attention. Across 58 miles you will encounter 10 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 15.8 miles (I 10): Merge point - match speed before joining. Lane positioning matters here; at 56.7 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one; at 56.8 miles: Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here.
The route from French Settlement, LA to Metairie, LA does not surface many named destination signs beyond the main corridor.
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