Origin
Metairie, LA
Afternoon in Metairie on Wednesday
Local time
4:44 PM
CDT
Current temp
65°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
Trip from Metairie, LA to Denham Springs, LA
Last recalculated Apr 15, 2026
Drive Time
1h 35m
Distance
79.3 mi
128 km
Drive Score
7/10
Good drive
Same Day?
Yes, doable
Fuel Cost
$12
one way
Best Time to Leave
4 AM
1h 28m
★
6 AM
1h 36m
8 AM
1h 50m
10 AM
1h 41m
12 PM
1h 39m
3 PM
1h 41m
5 PM
1h 49m
8 PM
1h 31m
Estimated drive times based on typical traffic patterns. Actual times may vary with weather, construction, and real-time conditions.
Metairie, LA
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Denham Springs, LA
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Trip Overview
The drive from Metairie, LA to Denham Springs, LA covers 79.3 miles and takes about 1h 35m behind the wheel. This route is realistic as a one-day drive if you keep your stops efficient.
The route leans on 47th Street, North Causeway Boulevard, 46th Street for much of the mileage, and the overall profile is turn-heavy local drive. At current regular gas prices, budget about $11.98 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
39.6 miles from Metairie, LA
A natural place for your longest stop of the day , about 47m into the drive .
Drive Character
Expect a 1h 35m drive with frequent turns across 79.3 miles of local and secondary roads.
This route has more turning and local-road decision points than a simple highway run.
There are about 25 navigation steps in the underlying route data, so the final approach matters more than the middle miles.
47th Street is one of the defining roads on this drive.
How Hard Is This Drive?
Expect a hands-on drive with frequent turns and local roads rather than long highway stretches. Navigation is very simple - set it and forget it for most of the drive.
Route Complexity
1/10
Very easy - short and simple to drive
The drive from Metairie, LA to Denham Springs, LA is easy. At 1h 35m with 0% highway, most drivers will find it relaxed and low-stress.
Where does it get tricky?
This route does not have any notably tricky sections. Most of the drive from Metairie, LA to Denham Springs, LA is straightforward, with well-signed roads and simple exits.
Main Roads
| Road | Distance | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| 47th Street | — | — |
| North Causeway Boulevard | — | — |
| 46th Street | — | — |
| I 10 East | — | — |
| I 10 West | — | — |
| I 55 North | — | — |
| I 12 West | — | — |
| West Florida Republic Parkway | — | — |
Some road-level metrics are being recalculated.
Longest stretch:
47th Street
— detailed segment metrics are refreshing.
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Metairie, LA and Denham Springs, LA.
1
Start on Fagot Avenue
112 ft
·
5 sec
·
Fagot Avenue
2
Continue on 47th Street
0.2 mi
·
40 sec
·
47th Street
3
At the end of the road, turn right onto North Causeway Boulevard
285 ft
·
17 sec
·
North Causeway Boulevard
4
Turn left onto 46th Street
46 ft
·
4 sec
·
46th Street
5
Turn right onto North Causeway Boulevard
0.6 mi
·
1 min
·
North Causeway Boulevard
6
Take the exit slight right toward I 10 East, I 10 West: New Orleans, Baton Rouge
427 ft
·
12 sec
·
I 10 East, I 10 West: New Orleans, Baton Rouge
7
Keep slight left to continue on I 10 West: Baton Rouge
0.6 mi
·
1 min
·
I 10 West: Baton Rouge
8
Keep slight left
0.5 mi
·
1 min
9
Merge slight left
18 mi
·
22 min
10
Take the exit slight right toward I 55 North: Hammond
1.1 mi
·
2 min
·
I 55 North: Hammond
11
Continue straight
28 mi
·
30 min
12
Take the exit slight right toward I 12 West: Baton Rouge
0.2 mi
·
26 sec
·
I 12 West: Baton Rouge
13
Merge slight left onto West Florida Republic Parkway
25 mi
·
27 min
·
West Florida Republic Parkway
14
Take the exit slight right toward LA 1026
0.3 mi
·
39 sec
·
LA 1026
15
Keep slight right to continue on LA 1026 North: Juban Road
292 ft
·
7 sec
·
LA 1026 North: Juban Road
16
Turn slight right onto Juban Road
1.2 mi
·
2 min
·
Juban Road
17
Enter the roundabout and take exit 3 toward Florida Boulevard
230 ft
·
4 sec
·
Florida Boulevard
18
Exit the roundabout onto Florida Boulevard
0.5 mi
·
52 sec
·
Florida Boulevard
19
Enter the roundabout and take exit 2 toward Florida Boulevard
164 ft
·
3 sec
·
Florida Boulevard
20
Exit the roundabout onto Florida Boulevard
0.8 mi
·
1 min
·
Florida Boulevard
21
Continue on Florida Avenue Southeast
1.0 mi
·
1 min
·
Florida Avenue Southeast
22
Turn sharp right onto South Hummel Street
0.3 mi
·
33 sec
·
South Hummel Street
23
Turn left onto Centerville Street Northeast
433 ft
·
16 sec
·
Centerville Street Northeast
24
Turn right onto Benton Street
230 ft
·
13 sec
·
Benton Street
25
Arrive at your destination
Trip Plan
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 39.6 miles from Metairie, LA, or about 47m into the drive.
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 17 miles or 20m in
Use this first pause for coffee, a restroom break, and a quick traffic check ahead.
Halfway reset
Around 39.6 miles or 47m 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 21m
Traffic, exits, and arrival timing usually matter more near Denham Springs, LA than in the middle of the route.
Before You Leave
+
Open the route before leaving Metairie, LA so your first major turns are already loaded.
Day 1
Settle into the route from Metairie, LA
This is one driving day of about 79.3 miles and 1h 35m.
Your first comfortable stop window is around 17 miles from Metairie, LA.
This route can stay practical as a one-day drive if traffic stays reasonable.
Where to Stop
Rest stops, refuel points, and overnight suggestions along this route.
Halfway Point
Midpoint
About 39.6 mi from Metairie, LA · 47m into the drive
Mid-route town
Meal stop
40 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 17 miles helps settle the day before fatigue starts building.
Meal break
The midpoint is around 39.6 miles from Metairie, LA, which is a good place for a longer meal and fuel stop.
Arriving in Denham Springs, LA
The final approach into Denham Springs, 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
$11.98 one way
$23.95 round trip
$3.84/gal
25.4 MPG avg
28 kg CO2
| Fuel Type | $/gal | One Way | Round Trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| midgrade | $4.21 | $13.15 | $26.29 |
| premium | $4.56 | $14.23 | $28.47 |
| diesel | $5.61 | $17.51 | $35.02 |
No toll roads detected on this route.
Estimated Trip Cost (one way, 1 person)
Fuel
$12
Meals
$25–$50
Total
$37–$62
Rough estimate based on US averages. Hotel $80–$140/night, meals $25–$50/day.
Estimated CO2 emission: 27.7 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-13.
Driving Electric?
About $8 in charging · 0 stops · 68% less CO2
| Vehicle Type | kWh | Stops | DC Fast | Home Charge |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Average EV | 23.8 | 0 | $8.33 | $3.81 |
| Efficient EV | 19.8 | 0 | $6.94 | $3.17 |
| EV Truck/SUV | 31.7 | 0 | $11.10 | $5.08 |
Gas CO2
28 kg
EV CO2
9 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.
Travel Intel
Current conditions at both ends of the drive.
Destination
Denham Springs, LA
Afternoon in Denham Springs on Wednesday
Local time
4:44 PM
CDT
Current temp
79°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
80°F
Hammond, LA
40 mi in
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 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 35m 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 Metairie, LA to Denham Springs, LA covers 79.3 miles and takes about 1h 35m without stops. Add 15-30 minutes for a fuel or rest stop on longer drives.
The main roads are 47th Street, North Causeway Boulevard, 46th Street. Expect a mix of highway and local road driving.
This is a comfortable same-day trip.
The midpoint is about 39.6 miles from Metairie, LA. Look for rest areas, gas stations, or food options near the halfway mark.
At current regular gas prices, expect to spend about $11.98 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.
The drive from Metairie, LA to Denham Springs, LA is easy. At 1h 35m with 0% highway, most drivers will find it relaxed and low-stress.
This route does not have any notably tricky sections. Most of the drive from Metairie, LA to Denham Springs, LA is straightforward, with well-signed roads and simple exits.
The route from Metairie, LA to Denham Springs, LA does not surface many named destination signs beyond the main corridor.
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