Drive Time
7h 4m
Distance
366.5 mi
590 km
Drive Score
8/10
Great drive
Same Day?
Yes, doable
Fuel Cost
$56
one way
The drive from Metairie, LA to Springhill, LA covers 366.5 miles and takes about 7h 4m 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 $56.03 one way before food or hotel costs.
Trip Pace
Same-day drive is realistic
A same-day return is possible, but it will make for a full day on the road.
Break Rhythm
2 planned breaks
Plan on a short reset every 3 to 4 hours to stay fresh behind the wheel.
Midpoint
183.2 miles from Metairie, LA
A natural place for your longest stop of the day , about 3h 32m into the drive .
Expect a 7h 4m drive with frequent turns across 366.5 miles of local and secondary roads.
Expect a hands-on drive with frequent turns and local roads rather than long highway stretches. There are only a few real navigation decisions along the way.
Easy - simple navigation with a manageable amount of wheel time
The route itself is not hard, but at 7h 4m, endurance matters. Plan breaks every 2-3 hours. The 0 decision points are all manageable with basic attention.
Where does it get tricky?
This route does not have any notably tricky sections. Most of the drive from Metairie, LA to Springhill, LA is straightforward, with well-signed roads and simple exits.
| Road | Distance | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| 47th Street | Unavailable | Refreshing |
| North Causeway Boulevard | Unavailable | Refreshing |
| 46th Street | Unavailable | Refreshing |
| I 10 East | Unavailable | Refreshing |
| I 10 West | Unavailable | Refreshing |
| LA 415 | Unavailable | Refreshing |
| North Lobdell Highway | Unavailable | Refreshing |
| State Route 1 | Unavailable | Refreshing |
Per-road distance and duration are being refreshed from OSRM for this route.
Step-by-step road directions between Metairie, LA and Springhill, LA.
Start on Fagot Avenue
Continue on 47th Street
At the end of the road, turn right onto North Causeway Boulevard
Turn left onto 46th Street
Turn right onto North Causeway Boulevard
Take the exit slight right toward I 10 East, I 10 West: New Orleans, Baton Rouge
Keep slight left to continue on I 10 West: Baton Rouge
Keep slight left
Merge slight left
Keep slight left
Take the exit slight right toward LA 415: Lobdell
Keep slight right to continue on LA 415: Lobdell
Merge slight left onto North Lobdell Highway
Merge slight left onto State Route 1
Take the exit slight right toward I 49 North, US 167 North: Alexandria
Merge slight left onto Charles I. "Doc" Hudson Highway
Keep slight right to continue on I 20: Dallas, Monroe
Keep slight right to continue on I 20 East: Monroe
Merge slight left onto Purple Heart Recipients Highway
Take the exit slight right toward Hamilton Road, DiamondJacks Boulevard
Turn left onto Hamilton Road
Enter the roundabout and take exit 1 toward Walter O Bigby Carriageway
Exit the roundabout onto Walter O Bigby Carriageway
Enter the roundabout and take exit 1 toward Walter O. Bigby Carriageway
Exit the roundabout onto Walter O. Bigby Carriageway
At the end of the road, turn left onto Benton Road
Continue on Highway 3
Continue on South Louisiana Street
Turn slight right
Continue on West Mary Lee Street
Turn left onto North Magnolia Street
Turn slight right onto Hickory Drive
Continue on Highway 157
Continue on Plain Dealing Road
Continue on Butler Street
Turn left
Turn left
Arrive at your destination
Morning Departure
Start early — leave by 6-7 AM to arrive at a reasonable hour.
Evening Departure
This is a long drive — plan for a morning departure or consider splitting it into two days.
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 81 miles or 1h 33m in
Use this first pause for coffee, a restroom break, and a quick traffic check ahead.
Halfway reset
Around 183.2 miles or 3h 32m in
This is the best place for your longest stop, a real meal, and a full fuel check.
Final approach
Final hour starts around 5h 54m
Traffic, exits, and arrival timing usually matter more near Springhill, LA than in the middle of the route.
Open the route before leaving Metairie, LA so your first major turns are already loaded.
Leave with enough water and a charging cable within reach, not packed away.
Check your fuel range against the first long segment, especially if you are starting outside city service areas.
Pick one backup stop option before the midpoint in case traffic changes your pacing.
Day 1
Settle into the route from Metairie, LA
This is one driving day of about 366.5 miles and 7h 4m.
Rest stops, refuel points, and overnight suggestions along this route.
Halfway Point
Midpoint
About 183.2 mi from Metairie, LA · 3h 32m into the drive
Mid-route town
Meal stop
183 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 81 miles helps settle the day before fatigue starts building.
The midpoint is around 183.2 miles from Metairie, LA, which is a good place for a longer meal and fuel stop.
The final approach into Springhill, 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 Springhill, LA.
These stop ideas are pacing suggestions — the exact town or exit can change with traffic, hotel plans, and fuel range.
Regular Gas
$56.03 one way
$112.06 round trip
| Fuel Type | $/gal | One Way | Round Trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| midgrade | $4.26 | $61.45 | $122.91 |
| premium | $4.61 | $66.52 | $133.04 |
| diesel | $5.64 | $81.42 | $162.85 |
No toll roads detected on this route.
Estimated Trip Cost (one way, 1 person)
Fuel
$56
Meals
$25–$50
Total
$81–$106
Rough estimate based on US averages. Hotel $80–$140/night, meals $25–$50/day.
Estimated CO2 emission: 128.2 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-06.
Driving Electric?
About $38 in charging · 1 stop · 66% less CO2
| Vehicle Type | kWh | Stops | DC Fast | Home Charge |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Average EV | 110 | 1 | $38.48 | $17.59 |
| Efficient EV | 91.6 | 1 | $32.07 | $14.66 |
| EV Truck/SUV | 146.6 | 1 | $51.31 | $23.46 |
Gas CO2
128 kg
EV CO2
43 kg (66% less)
Plan for 1 charging stop. A 30-minute DC fast charge mid-route should be enough to complete the trip comfortably.
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. If you're planning ahead, check the forecast closer to your travel date.
Origin
Afternoon in Metairie on Saturday
Local time
4:47 PM
CDT
Current temp
69°F
Forecast unavailable right now
Destination
Afternoon in Springhill on Saturday
Local time
4:47 PM
CDT
Current temp
65°F
Forecast unavailable right now
Along the Route
65°F
Tyler, TX
183 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
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
Start early — leave by 6-7 AM to arrive at a reasonable hour.
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