Compiled and reviewed by the Trip.ovh planning team at COD Solutions Oy · Last reviewed Apr 18, 2026 · Editorial standards
Drive Time
1h 8m
Distance
52.9 mi
85 km
Drive Score
7/10
Good drive
Same Day?
Yes, doable
Fuel Cost
$8
one way
EV Charging
Unknown
Estimated drive times based on typical traffic patterns. Actual times may vary with weather, construction, and real-time conditions.
Metairie Terrace, LA
Esmihel Muhammed
Gray, LA
Israyosoy S.
This straightforward 52.9-mile drive from Metairie Terrace, LA, to Gray, LA, is easily manageable as a single-day trip, taking approximately 1 hour and 8 minutes. The journey is predominantly highway-focused, with 91% of the route utilizing major interstates and US highways, including US 90, I-310, and I-10. With an estimated fuel cost of $8, this short hop through Southeast Louisiana is a budget-friendly option. It offers a practical way to connect these two locations without requiring an overnight stay, allowing for flexibility in your schedule.
Weekend Trip
Doable as a same-day drive at 1h 8m. Total distance: 52.9 miles.
Family Friendly
Moderate complexity with 0 natural rest stops along the way.
Solo Traveler
1h 8m drive, comfortable solo distance.
EV Driver
0 DC fast chargers along the route. Coverage: unknown.
First-Time Driver
Mostly highway driving (91%). Some complex stretches to watch for.
Expect a highway-centric experience for most of this 52.9-mile journey, with 91% of the drive on high-speed roads. The longest uninterrupted stretch you'll encounter is 30.2 miles on US 90, offering a consistent pace. While primarily interstate, the route provides a direct and efficient connection. The character of the drive remains largely consistent, focusing on covering ground between your origin and destination in Southeast Louisiana.
This is a straightforward highway drive that stays mostly on US 90 and I 310. This route has several spots where lane changes, forks, or exits need your full attention. The trickiest moment comes around 1.2 miles in near LA 3152 / Clearview Parkway.
Demanding - stay alert through the decision-heavy sections
Balances navigation complexity with total wheel time.
This drive requires moderate attention. Across 52.9 miles you will encounter 11 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 1.2 miles (LA 3152 / Clearview Parkway): Lane positioning matters here; at 3.1 miles (I 10): Merge point - match speed before joining. Lane positioning matters here; at 8.7 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one.
These are the spots where you need to pay the most attention. Preview them before you drive.
Turn right onto LA 3152 / Clearview Parkway
Lane positioning matters here
Merge onto I 10
Merge point - match speed before joining. Lane positioning matters here
Take the exit toward I 310 South: Boutte, Houma
Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one
Keep slight right at fork toward US 90 West: Houma
Highway fork - watch signs carefully
Merge onto US 90
Merge point - match speed before joining. Lane positioning matters here
Based on OSRM destination-sign hints, not a full list of every settlement the road passes.
On the drive from Metairie Terrace, LA to Gray, LA, road signs begin pointing toward Houma along the way.
Houma
| Road | Distance | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| US 90 | 30.2 mi | 36m |
| I 310 | 10.9 mi | 12m |
| I 10 | 5.6 mi | 7m |
| Clearview Parkway | 1.2 mi | 2m |
| West Park Avenue | 1.2 mi | 1m |
| West Metairie Avenue North | 0.9 mi | 2m |
| Mayflower Drive | 0.1 mi | <1m |
| Waltham Street | 0.1 mi | <1m |
Step-by-step road directions between Metairie Terrace, LA and Gray, LA.
Start on Mayflower Drive
Continue on Civic Street
Turn right onto Waltham Street
Turn left onto West Metairie Avenue North
Turn right onto LA 3152
Take the exit
Keep slight left at fork
Merge onto I 10
Take the exit
Continue on I 310
Keep slight right at fork
Merge onto US 90
Continue on US 90
Continue on US 90
Continue on US 90
Take the exit
Keep slight right at fork
Turn straight onto LA 24
Turn right onto LA 316
Arrive at destination
Rest stops, refuel points, and overnight suggestions along this route.
Halfway Point
Midpoint
About 26.5 mi from Metairie Terrace, LA · 37m into the drive
Mid-route town
Meal stop
26 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 12 miles helps settle the day before fatigue starts building.
The midpoint is around 26.5 miles from Metairie Terrace, LA, which is a good place for a longer meal and fuel stop.
The final approach into Gray, 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.
Regular Gas
$7.99 one way
$15.98 round trip
| Fuel Type | $/gal | One Way | Round Trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| midgrade | $4.21 | $8.77 | $17.54 |
| premium | $4.56 | $9.49 | $18.99 |
| diesel | $5.61 | $11.68 | $23.36 |
No toll roads detected on this route.
Drive Cost (one way)
Fuel
$8
Estimated CO2 emission: 18.5 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-13.
Driving Electric?
About $6 in charging · 0 stops · 68% less CO2
| Vehicle Type | kWh | Stops | DC Fast | Home Charge |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Average EV | 15.9 | 0 | $5.55 | $2.54 |
| Efficient EV | 13.2 | 0 | $4.63 | $2.12 |
| EV Truck/SUV | 21.2 | 0 | $7.41 | $3.39 |
Gas CO2
19 kg
EV CO2
6 kg (68% 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.
Current conditions at both ends of the drive.
Origin
Evening in Metairie Terrace on Friday
Local time
8:57 PM
CDT
Current temp
82°F
Sunny
Destination
Evening in Gray on Friday
Local time
8:57 PM
CDT
Current temp
80°F
Unavailable
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
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.
Compiled by the Trip.ovh planning team at COD Solutions Oy from open government datasets — OSRM over OpenStreetMap for geometry, and EIA for fuel prices. See our methodology for refresh cadence and limitations.
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