Origin
Hammond, LA
Afternoon in Hammond on Sunday
Local time
4:08 PM
CDT
Current temp
86°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
Trip from Hammond, LA to Metairie, LA
Drive Time
1h 3m
Distance
50.8 mi
82 km
Drive Score
9/10
Great drive
Same Day?
Yes, doable
Fuel Cost
$8
one way
EV Charging
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station data
Best Time to Leave
4 AM
0h 58m
★
6 AM
1h 3m
8 AM
1h 13m
10 AM
1h 7m
12 PM
1h 6m
3 PM
1h 7m
5 PM
1h 13m
8 PM
1h 0m
Estimated drive times based on typical traffic patterns. Actual times may vary with weather, construction, and real-time conditions.
Hammond, LA
RDNE Stock project
Metairie, LA
Jesus Alfonso
Trip Overview
If you are looking to travel from Hammond to Metairie, you are in for a quick 50.8-mile journey that typically takes about 1 hour and 3 minutes. This route stays entirely within the Southeast region of Louisiana, making it an easy and efficient one-day trip. You can expect to spend approximately $8 on fuel for the drive, which is quite economical for a trip of this length. Because the duration is just over an hour, there is no need to plan for overnight stays or mid-route lodging. Whether you are heading into the New Orleans metropolitan area for work or leisure, this straightforward commute offers a practical way to bridge the two locations.
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
25.4 miles from Hammond, LA
A natural place for your longest stop of the day , about 30m into the drive .
Drive Character
Expect a mixed driving experience as you transition from regional highways to major interstates. Your path primarily utilizes Congressman Jimmy Morrison Highway, I-10, and Veterans Avenue, with roughly 38% of your time spent on highways. The longest uninterrupted stretch you will encounter is a 26.2-mile run along Congressman Jimmy Morrison Highway, which provides a steady pace before you merge into the denser traffic patterns closer to your destination. While the initial portion of the drive offers a clearer path, the character of the road shifts as you navigate onto I-10 and eventually transition to local arterial roads. You will find that the drive feels functional and direct, moving you steadily toward the coast.
Expect a mix of faster highway mileage and slower local approaches near the beginning or end.
There are about 22 navigation steps in the underlying route data, so the final approach matters more than the middle miles.
Congressman Jimmy Morrison Highway is the longest continuous segment at about 26.2 miles.
How Hard Is This Drive?
This route mixes highway mileage with some local-road sections near the start or finish. This route has several spots where lane changes, forks, or exits need your full attention. The trickiest moment comes around 1.8 miles in near US 51 Business / Veterans Avenue.
Route Complexity
8/10
Demanding - plan breaks and stay ahead of the key maneuvers
This is a demanding drive. With 14 significant decision points across 50.8 miles, you will need to stay alert — especially through interchange areas and urban stretches. Consider splitting it into segments if you are not comfortable with fast highway navigation.
Where does it get tricky?
The main spots that need attention: at 1.8 miles (US 51 Business / Veterans Avenue): Roundabout - know your exit number before entering; at 1.9 miles (US 51 Business / Veterans Avenue): Roundabout - know your exit number before entering; at 2.1 miles (US 51 Business / Veterans Avenue): Roundabout - know your exit number before entering.
Critical Maneuvers
5 of 14 key pointsThese are the spots where you need to pay the most attention. Preview them before you drive.
5
1.8 mi into trip
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~3m in
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US 51 Business / Veterans Avenue
Enter roundabout onto US 51 Business / Veterans Avenue
Roundabout - know your exit number before entering
5
1.9 mi into trip
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~3m in
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US 51 Business / Veterans Avenue
Enter roundabout onto US 51 Business / Veterans Avenue
Roundabout - know your exit number before entering
5
2.1 mi into trip
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~3m in
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US 51 Business / Veterans Avenue
Enter roundabout onto US 51 Business / Veterans Avenue
Roundabout - know your exit number before entering
8
49.5 mi into trip
|
~59m 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
49.6 mi into trip
|
~59m 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
Main Roads
| Road | Distance | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| Congressman Jimmy Morrison Highway | 26.2 mi | 28m |
| I 10 | 17.9 mi | 22m |
| Veterans Avenue | 2.9 mi | 4m |
| US 51 Business | 1.3 mi | 2m |
| North Causeway Boulevard | 0.7 mi | 1m |
| North Oak Street | 0.5 mi | <1m |
| LA 22 | 0.3 mi | <1m |
| 47th Street | 0.2 mi | <1m |
Longest stretch:
Congressman Jimmy Morrison Highway
— 26.2 mi, about 28m
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Hammond, LA and Metairie, LA.
1
Start on West Charles Street
94 ft
·
8 sec
·
West Charles Street
2
Turn right onto North Oak Street
0.5 mi
·
48 sec
·
North Oak Street
3
Continue on US 51 Business
1.3 mi
·
2 min
·
US 51 Business
4
Continue on US 51 Business
198 ft
·
3 sec
·
Southwest Railroad Avenue
5
Enter roundabout onto US 51 Business
129 ft
·
2 sec
·
Veterans Avenue
6
Continue on US 51 Business
413 ft
·
7 sec
·
Veterans Avenue
7
Enter roundabout onto US 51 Business
135 ft
·
2 sec
·
Veterans Avenue
8
Continue on US 51 Business
0.2 mi
·
16 sec
·
Veterans Avenue
9
Enter roundabout onto US 51 Business
125 ft
·
2 sec
·
Veterans Avenue
10
Continue on US 51 Business
2.6 mi
·
3 min
·
Veterans Avenue
11
Turn right onto LA 22
0.3 mi
·
29 sec
·
LA 22
12
Take the ramp
0.2 mi
·
31 sec
13
Keep slight left at fork
0.2 mi
·
21 sec
14
Merge onto I 55; US 51
26 mi
·
28 min
·
Congressman Jimmy Morrison Highway
Use the none lane.
15
Merge onto I 10
18 mi
·
22 min
·
I 10
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
16
Take the exit
0.1 mi
·
14 sec
Exit 228
Toward Causeway Boulevard, Mandeville, Bonnabel Boulevard
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
17
Keep slight right at fork
0.3 mi
·
55 sec
Toward Causeway Boulevard South
Use the slight right lane.
18
Merge onto North Causeway Boulevard
0.6 mi
·
1 min
·
North Causeway Boulevard
Use the none lane.
19
Turn left onto 46th Street
88 ft
·
5 sec
·
46th Street
20
Turn right onto North Causeway Boulevard
285 ft
·
17 sec
·
North Causeway Boulevard
21
Turn left onto 47th Street
0.2 mi
·
43 sec
·
47th Street
22
Arrive at destination
Fagot Avenue
Trip Plan
Since this is a relatively short trip with no required stops, you have plenty of flexibility in your schedule. Aim to depart outside of typical morning or evening rush hours, as the final stretch into Metairie can see increased congestion on major arteries like I-10. Because the entire 50.8-mile distance is manageable in a single go, you do not need to worry about planning rest breaks or refueling along the way. Keep in mind that your transition from high-speed interstate travel to the local flow of Veterans Avenue requires you to stay alert for changing speed limits. Utilizing the full 1 hour and 3 minutes of travel time wisely will ensure you arrive in Metairie feeling refreshed and ready for your day.
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 25.4 miles from Hammond, LA, or about 30m into the drive.
The longest continuous stretch on this route runs about 26.2 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 50.8 miles or 1h 3m in
Use this first pause for coffee, a restroom break, and a quick traffic check ahead.
Halfway reset
Around 25.4 miles or 30m in
This is the best place for your longest stop, a real meal, and a full fuel check.
Final approach
Final hour starts around 51m
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 Hammond, 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 Hammond, LA
This is one driving day of about 50.8 miles and 1h 3m.
Your first comfortable stop window is around 80 miles from Hammond, 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 Congressman Jimmy Morrison Highway for about 26.2 miles.
Where to Stop
Rest stops, refuel points, and overnight suggestions along this route.
Halfway Point
Midpoint
About 25.4 mi from Hammond, LA · 30m into the drive
Mid-route town
Meal stop
25 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 50.8 miles helps settle the day before fatigue starts building.
Meal break
The midpoint is around 25.4 miles from Hammond, 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.
Try to arrive with enough fuel left to skip an immediate station stop unless you already know the area around Metairie, 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
$7.77 one way
$15.53 round trip
$3.88/gal
25.4 MPG avg
18 kg CO2
| Fuel Type | $/gal | One Way | Round Trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| midgrade | $4.26 | $8.52 | $17.04 |
| premium | $4.61 | $9.22 | $18.44 |
| diesel | $5.64 | $11.29 | $22.57 |
No toll roads detected on this route.
Estimated Trip Cost (one way, 1 person)
Fuel
$8
Meals
$25–$50
Total
$33–$58
Rough estimate based on US averages. Hotel $80–$140/night, meals $25–$50/day.
Estimated CO2 emission: 17.8 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-06.
Driving Electric?
About $5 in charging · 0 stops · 67% less CO2
| Vehicle Type | kWh | Stops | DC Fast | Home Charge |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Average EV | 15.2 | 0 | $5.33 | $2.44 |
| Efficient EV | 12.7 | 0 | $4.44 | $2.03 |
| EV Truck/SUV | 20.3 | 0 | $7.11 | $3.25 |
Gas CO2
18 kg
EV CO2
6 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
Afternoon in Metairie on Sunday
Local time
4:08 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
1 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
1h 3m 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 Hammond, LA to Metairie, LA covers 50.8 miles and takes about 1h 3m without stops. Add 15-30 minutes for a fuel or rest stop on longer drives.
The main roads are Congressman Jimmy Morrison Highway, I 10, Veterans Avenue. Expect a mix of highway and local road driving.
This is a comfortable same-day trip.
The midpoint is about 25.4 miles from Hammond, LA. Look for rest areas, gas stations, or food options near the halfway mark.
At current regular gas prices, expect to spend about $7.77 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 demanding drive. With 14 significant decision points across 50.8 miles, you will need to stay alert — especially through interchange areas and urban stretches. Consider splitting it into segments if you are not comfortable with fast highway navigation.
The main spots that need attention: at 1.8 miles (US 51 Business / Veterans Avenue): Roundabout - know your exit number before entering; at 1.9 miles (US 51 Business / Veterans Avenue): Roundabout - know your exit number before entering; at 2.1 miles (US 51 Business / Veterans Avenue): Roundabout - know your exit number before entering.
The route from Hammond, LA to Metairie, LA does not surface many named destination signs beyond the main corridor.
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