Origin
Thibodaux, LA
Evening in Thibodaux on Sunday
Local time
6:48 PM
CDT
Current temp
85°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
Trip from Thibodaux, LA to Metairie, LA
Drive Time
1h 6m
Distance
54 mi
87 km
Drive Score
7/10
Good drive
Same Day?
Yes, doable
Fuel Cost
$8
one way
EV Charging
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station data
Best Time to Leave
4 AM
1h 1m
★
6 AM
1h 6m
8 AM
1h 17m
10 AM
1h 10m
12 PM
1h 9m
3 PM
1h 11m
5 PM
1h 16m
8 PM
1h 3m
Estimated drive times based on typical traffic patterns. Actual times may vary with weather, construction, and real-time conditions.
Thibodaux, LA
Monnivhoir Aymar Kouamé
Metairie, LA
Jesus Alfonso
Trip Overview
Traveling from Thibodaux to Metairie is a straightforward 54-mile journey that typically takes about 1 hour and 6 minutes. Because this is a short trip, it is perfectly suited for a single-day excursion, meaning you won't need to worry about booking an overnight stay. You should budget approximately $7 for fuel to cover the distance between these two Southeast Louisiana locations. Since the route avoids high-speed interstates entirely, you can expect a more relaxed, local pace. It is an ideal option if you prefer to avoid heavy traffic and want a direct, simple transit across the region.
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
27 miles from Thibodaux, LA
A natural place for your longest stop of the day , about 33m into the drive .
Drive Character
Expect a turn-heavy local drive that keeps you engaged behind the wheel rather than drifting through a monotonous interstate grind. You will navigate primarily via Jackson Street, Saint Patrick Bridge, and Bayou Road, making for a route that is entirely free of highway travel. Because the longest uninterrupted stretch is 0 miles on Jackson Street, you will be making frequent turns throughout the journey. This lack of highway share creates a very different atmosphere than a typical high-speed commute, as you stay on local roads for the duration of the 54-mile trip. The road personality here is consistent, demanding your attention as you transition between these specific local thoroughfares.
This route has more turning and local-road decision points than a simple highway run.
There are about 24 navigation steps in the underlying route data, so the final approach matters more than the middle miles.
Jackson 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 Thibodaux, LA to Metairie, LA is easy. At 1h 6m 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 Thibodaux, LA to Metairie, LA is straightforward, with well-signed roads and simple exits.
Main Roads
| Road | Distance | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| Jackson Street | Unavailable | Refreshing |
| Saint Patrick Bridge | Unavailable | Refreshing |
| Bayou Road | Unavailable | Refreshing |
| East Bayou Road | Unavailable | Refreshing |
| Percy Brown Road | Unavailable | Refreshing |
| Highway 1 | Unavailable | Refreshing |
| I 310 North | Unavailable | Refreshing |
| I 10 East | Unavailable | Refreshing |
Per-road distance and duration are being refreshed from OSRM for this route.
Longest stretch:
Jackson Street
— detailed segment metrics are refreshing.
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Thibodaux, LA and Metairie, LA.
1
Start on Saint Mary Street
115 ft
·
9 sec
·
Saint Mary Street
2
Turn left onto Jackson Street
0.1 mi
·
15 sec
·
Jackson Street
3
Continue on Saint Patrick Bridge
397 ft
·
9 sec
·
Saint Patrick Bridge
4
Continue on Bayou Road
0.3 mi
·
27 sec
·
Bayou Road
5
Continue on East Bayou Road
1.9 mi
·
2 min
·
East Bayou Road
6
Turn right onto Percy Brown Road
430 ft
·
12 sec
·
Percy Brown Road
7
Turn left onto Highway 1
12 mi
·
17 min
·
Highway 1
8
Turn left
312 ft
·
23 sec
9
Turn right
0.5 mi
·
46 sec
10
Turn left
3.5 mi
·
6 min
11
Merge slight left
0.3 mi
·
23 sec
12
Take the exit slight left
0.1 mi
·
16 sec
13
Merge slight right
14 mi
·
19 min
14
Take the exit slight left toward I 310 North, LA 3127 North: Donaldsonville, New Orleans
0.2 mi
·
23 sec
·
I 310 North, LA 3127 North: Donaldsonville, New Orleans
15
Continue straight
11 mi
·
12 min
16
Keep slight right to continue on I 10 East: New Orleans
0.7 mi
·
1 min
·
I 10 East: New Orleans
17
Merge slight left
7.5 mi
·
9 min
18
Take the exit slight right toward Causeway Boulevard, Mandeville, Bonnabel Boulevard
0.1 mi
·
14 sec
·
Causeway Boulevard, Mandeville, Bonnabel Boulevard
19
Keep slight right to continue on Causeway Boulevard South
0.3 mi
·
56 sec
·
Causeway Boulevard South
20
Merge slight left onto North Causeway Boulevard
0.6 mi
·
1 min
·
North Causeway Boulevard
21
Turn left onto 46th Street
89 ft
·
6 sec
·
46th Street
22
Turn right onto North Causeway Boulevard
285 ft
·
17 sec
·
North Causeway Boulevard
23
Turn left onto 47th Street
0.2 mi
·
43 sec
·
47th Street
24
Arrive at your destination
Trip Plan
Since this is a short, flexible trip, you have the freedom to depart whenever works best for your schedule without needing to plan for significant rest stops. Given the turn-heavy nature of the route, stay alert and keep your GPS ready to navigate the transitions between Jackson Street, Saint Patrick Bridge, and Bayou Road. With no highway segments to maintain momentum, allow yourself the full 66 minutes to reach your destination comfortably. You will not need to plan for fuel stops mid-way, as the $7 total cost is easily manageable with a standard tank. A great tip for this drive is to double-check your turn-by-turn directions before you leave Thibodaux to avoid missing any of the frequent transitions along the way.
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 27 miles from Thibodaux, LA, or about 33m 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 54 miles or 1h 6m in
Use this first pause for coffee, a restroom break, and a quick traffic check ahead.
Halfway reset
Around 27 miles or 33m in
This is the best place for your longest stop, a real meal, and a full fuel check.
Final approach
Final hour starts around 56m
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 Thibodaux, 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 Thibodaux, LA
This is one driving day of about 54 miles and 1h 6m.
Your first comfortable stop window is around 80 miles from Thibodaux, 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.
Where to Stop
Rest stops, refuel points, and overnight suggestions along this route.
Halfway Point
Midpoint
About 27 mi from Thibodaux, LA · 33m into the drive
Mid-route town
Meal stop
27 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 54 miles helps settle the day before fatigue starts building.
Meal break
The midpoint is around 27 miles from Thibodaux, 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
$8.26 one way
$16.51 round trip
$3.88/gal
25.4 MPG avg
19 kg CO2
| Fuel Type | $/gal | One Way | Round Trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| midgrade | $4.26 | $9.05 | $18.11 |
| premium | $4.61 | $9.80 | $19.60 |
| diesel | $5.64 | $12.00 | $23.99 |
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: 18.9 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-06.
Driving Electric?
About $6 in charging · 0 stops · 68% less CO2
| Vehicle Type | kWh | Stops | DC Fast | Home Charge |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Average EV | 16.2 | 0 | $5.67 | $2.59 |
| Efficient EV | 13.5 | 0 | $4.73 | $2.16 |
| EV Truck/SUV | 21.6 | 0 | $7.56 | $3.46 |
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.
Travel Intel
Current conditions at both ends of the drive.
Destination
Metairie, LA
Evening in Metairie on Sunday
Local time
6:48 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
Very similar conditions
Both ends of the route are sitting at about the same temperature right now.
Road read
1h 6m 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 Thibodaux, LA to Metairie, LA covers 54 miles and takes about 1h 6m without stops. Add 15-30 minutes for a fuel or rest stop on longer drives.
The main roads are Jackson Street, Saint Patrick Bridge, Bayou Road. Expect a mix of highway and local road driving.
This is a comfortable same-day trip.
The midpoint is about 27 miles from Thibodaux, LA. Look for rest areas, gas stations, or food options near the halfway mark.
At current regular gas prices, expect to spend about $8.26 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 Thibodaux, LA to Metairie, LA is easy. At 1h 6m 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 Thibodaux, LA to Metairie, LA is straightforward, with well-signed roads and simple exits.
The route from Thibodaux, LA to Metairie, LA does not surface many named destination signs beyond the main corridor.
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