Origin
Port Allen, LA
Evening in Port Allen on Wednesday
Local time
8:25 PM
CDT
Current temp
61°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
Trip from Port Allen, LA to Metairie, LA
Last recalculated Apr 16, 2026
Drive Time
1h 31m
Distance
77 mi
124 km
Drive Score
7/10
Good drive
Same Day?
Yes, doable
Fuel Cost
$12
one way
Best Time to Leave
4 AM
1h 25m
★
6 AM
1h 32m
8 AM
1h 46m
10 AM
1h 37m
12 PM
1h 35m
3 PM
1h 37m
5 PM
1h 45m
8 PM
1h 27m
Estimated drive times based on typical traffic patterns. Actual times may vary with weather, construction, and real-time conditions.
Port Allen, LA
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Metairie, LA
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Trip Overview
This 77-mile drive from Port Allen, LA, to Metairie, LA, is a straightforward journey that can easily be completed in about 1 hour and 31 minutes. With a fuel cost estimated at $12, it's an economical option for a day trip. The route primarily utilizes local roads like North Causeway Boulevard and Dr Martin Luther King Jr Memorial Highway, with a significant stretch on the Horace Wilkinson Bridge. Given its manageable distance and duration, this trip is well-suited for a single day, allowing you to reach your destination without needing an overnight stop. You'll be traveling within the Southeast region of Louisiana for the entire trip.
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
38.5 miles from Port Allen, LA
A natural place for your longest stop of the day , about 45m into the drive .
Drive Character
Expect a turn-heavy local drive for this 77-mile segment between Port Allen and Metairie. With a highway share of 0%, you'll be navigating city streets and main thoroughfares for the duration. The longest uninterrupted stretch you'll encounter is 74.4 miles, primarily on the Horace Wilkinson Bridge, which forms a substantial part of the initial leg. This means you'll experience a more varied driving experience with frequent turns and traffic lights, rather than a monotonous interstate cruise. The route demands your attention as you transition through different local road networks.
This route has more turning and local-road decision points than a simple highway run.
There are about 14 navigation steps in the underlying route data, so the final approach matters more than the middle miles.
Horace Wilkinson Bridge is the longest continuous segment at about 74.4 miles.
How Hard Is This Drive?
Expect a hands-on drive with frequent turns and local roads rather than long highway stretches. This route has several spots where lane changes, forks, or exits need your full attention. The trickiest moment comes around 0.6 miles in.
Route Complexity
7/10
Demanding - plan breaks and stay ahead of the key maneuvers
This drive requires moderate attention. Across 77 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 0.6 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early; at 0.7 miles: Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here; at 1.3 miles (I 10 / Horace Wilkinson Bridge): Merge point - match speed before joining. 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
0.6 mi into trip
|
~1m in
Take the exit toward I 10 East: Baton Rouge
Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early
Toward I 10 East: Baton Rouge
7
0.7 mi into trip
|
~1m in
Keep slight right at fork toward I 10 East: Baton Rouge
Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here
Use the slight right lane.
Toward I 10 East: Baton Rouge
5
1.3 mi into trip
|
~2m in
|
I 10 / Horace Wilkinson Bridge
Merge onto I 10 / Horace Wilkinson Bridge
Merge point - match speed before joining. Lane positioning matters here
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
8
75.7 mi into trip
|
~1h 27m 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
75.8 mi into trip
|
~1h 28m 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 |
|---|---|---|
| Horace Wilkinson Bridge | 74.4 mi | 1h 25m |
| North Causeway Boulevard | 0.7 mi | 1m |
| Dr Martin Luther King Jr Memorial Highway | 0.4 mi | <1m |
| 47th Street | 0.2 mi | <1m |
| Highway 1 South | 0.1 mi | <1m |
| South Alexander Avenue | <0.1 mi | <1m |
| 46th Street | <0.1 mi | <1m |
| Avenue A | <0.1 mi | <1m |
Longest stretch:
Horace Wilkinson Bridge
— 74.4 mi, about 1h 25m
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Port Allen, LA and Metairie, LA.
1
Start on South Alexander Avenue
304 ft
·
12 sec
·
South Alexander Avenue
2
Turn right onto Avenue A
52 ft
·
2 sec
·
Avenue A
3
Turn left onto LA 1
0.4 mi
·
46 sec
·
Dr Martin Luther King Jr Memorial Highway
4
Continue on LA 1
0.1 mi
·
14 sec
·
Highway 1 South
5
Take the exit
0.2 mi
·
22 sec
Toward I 10 East: Baton Rouge
6
Keep slight right at fork
0.5 mi
·
1 min
Toward I 10 East: Baton Rouge
Use the slight right lane.
7
Merge onto I 10
74 mi
·
1 hr 25 min
·
Horace Wilkinson Bridge
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
8
Take the exit
0.1 mi
·
14 sec
Exit 228
Toward Causeway Boulevard, Mandeville, Bonnabel Boulevard
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
9
Keep slight right at fork
0.3 mi
·
55 sec
Toward Causeway Boulevard South
Use the slight right lane.
10
Merge onto North Causeway Boulevard
0.6 mi
·
1 min
·
North Causeway Boulevard
11
Turn left onto 46th Street
88 ft
·
5 sec
·
46th Street
12
Turn right onto North Causeway Boulevard
285 ft
·
17 sec
·
North Causeway Boulevard
13
Turn left onto 47th Street
0.2 mi
·
43 sec
·
47th Street
14
Arrive at destination
Fagot Avenue
Trip Plan
Since this is a relatively short drive of just over an hour and a half, you have a lot of flexibility with when you depart. Leaving Port Allen in the morning or mid-afternoon can help you avoid the heaviest local traffic. With no scheduled stops, you can make a quick fuel stop if needed, though the estimated $12 fuel cost suggests it won't be a major expense. Keep an eye out for the numerous turns required, especially as you navigate through urban areas. A specific tip for this route: pay close attention to signage for North Causeway Boulevard as it's a key artery leading into Metairie.
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 38.5 miles from Port Allen, LA, or about 45m into the drive.
The longest continuous stretch on this route runs about 74.4 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 17 miles or 20m in
Use this first pause for coffee, a restroom break, and a quick traffic check ahead.
Halfway reset
Around 38.5 miles or 45m 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 16m
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 Port Allen, LA so your first major turns are already loaded.
Day 1
Settle into the route from Port Allen, LA
This is one driving day of about 77 miles and 1h 31m.
Your first comfortable stop window is around 17 miles from Port Allen, LA.
This route can stay practical as a one-day drive if traffic stays reasonable.
The longest stretch is on Horace Wilkinson Bridge for about 74.4 miles.
Where to Stop
Rest stops, refuel points, and overnight suggestions along this route.
Halfway Point
Midpoint
About 38.5 mi from Port Allen, LA · 45m into the drive
Mid-route town
Meal stop
39 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 38.5 miles from Port Allen, LA, which is a good place for a longer meal and fuel stop.
Before the longest stretch
Fuel checkTop up before Horace Wilkinson Bridge if your tank is already low. That segment runs about 74.4 miles.
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
$11.63 one way
$23.26 round trip
$3.84/gal
25.4 MPG avg
27 kg CO2
| Fuel Type | $/gal | One Way | Round Trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| midgrade | $4.21 | $12.77 | $25.53 |
| premium | $4.56 | $13.82 | $27.64 |
| diesel | $5.61 | $17.00 | $34.00 |
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: 26.9 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-13.
Driving Electric?
About $8 in charging · 0 stops · 67% less CO2
| Vehicle Type | kWh | Stops | DC Fast | Home Charge |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Average EV | 23.1 | 0 | $8.08 | $3.70 |
| Efficient EV | 19.3 | 0 | $6.74 | $3.08 |
| EV Truck/SUV | 30.8 | 0 | $10.78 | $4.93 |
Gas CO2
27 kg
EV CO2
9 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
Evening in Metairie on Wednesday
Local time
8:25 PM
CDT
Current temp
65°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
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 31m 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 Port Allen, LA to Metairie, LA covers 77 miles and takes about 1h 31m without stops. Add 15-30 minutes for a fuel or rest stop on longer drives.
The main roads are Horace Wilkinson Bridge, North Causeway Boulevard, Dr Martin Luther King Jr Memorial Highway. Expect a mix of highway and local road driving.
This is a comfortable same-day trip.
The midpoint is about 38.5 miles from Port Allen, LA. Look for rest areas, gas stations, or food options near the halfway mark.
At current regular gas prices, expect to spend about $11.63 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 77 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 0.6 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early; at 0.7 miles: Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here; at 1.3 miles (I 10 / Horace Wilkinson Bridge): Merge point - match speed before joining. Lane positioning matters here.
The route from Port Allen, LA to Metairie, LA does not surface many named destination signs beyond the main corridor.
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