Trip from Westminster, LA to Metairie, LA

Compiled by the Trip.ovh editorial team · Last recalculated Apr 17, 2026 · Methodology

Drive Time

1h 23m

Distance

69.4 mi

112 km

Drive Score

7/10

Good drive

Same Day?

Yes, doable

Fuel Cost

$10

one way

EV Charging

Unknown

Best Time to Leave

Save up to 20 min

4 AM

1h 17m ★

6 AM

1h 24m

8 AM

1h 37m

10 AM

1h 28m

12 PM

1h 27m

3 PM

1h 29m

5 PM

1h 36m

8 PM

1h 20m

Estimated drive times based on typical traffic patterns. Actual times may vary with weather, construction, and real-time conditions.

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Trip Overview

This 69.4-mile drive from Westminster to Metairie, Louisiana, is a straightforward, highway-focused trip that can easily be completed in about 1 hour and 23 minutes. Given its short duration and minimal fuel cost of approximately $10, it's perfectly suited as a single-day excursion. The majority of your journey will be on Interstate 10, making it a consistent and efficient route. You'll be traveling within the Southeast region of Louisiana for the entire trip. This route is ideal for those seeking a quick and uncomplicated transit between these two points without needing to plan for an overnight stay.

Who Is This Route For?

Weekend Trip

Doable as a same-day drive at 1h 23m. Total distance: 69.4 miles.

Family Friendly

Moderate complexity with 0 natural rest stops along the way.

Solo Traveler

1h 23m drive, comfortable solo distance.

EV Driver

0 DC fast chargers along the route. Coverage: unknown.

First-Time Driver

Mostly highway driving (93%). Some complex stretches to watch for.

Drive Character

Prepare for a predominantly highway experience, with 93% of the drive utilizing major roadways like I-10 and East Access Road. The longest uninterrupted stretch spans an impressive 64.9 miles on I-10, meaning you'll have plenty of time to settle into a rhythm. While the profile is highway-focused, you will also encounter segments on Bluebonnet Boulevard, offering a slight variation in scenery and road type before merging back onto the faster-paced interstate. Expect a consistent driving experience with minimal slowdowns on this predominantly interstate journey.

Most of the miles stay on highways, which makes pacing and fuel planning easier than turn-by-turn city driving.

There are about 14 navigation steps in the underlying route data, so the final approach matters more than the middle miles.

I 10 is the longest continuous segment at about 64.9 miles.

How Hard Is This Drive?

This is a straightforward highway drive that stays mostly on I 10 and Bluebonnet Boulevard. This route has several spots where lane changes, forks, or exits need your full attention. The trickiest moment comes around 0.2 miles in near Fleet Drive.

Driving Effort 7/10

Demanding - plan breaks and stay ahead of the key maneuvers

Balances navigation complexity with total wheel time.

This drive requires moderate attention. Across 69.4 miles you will encounter 12 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 0.2 miles (Fleet Drive): Navigation decision point; at 0.6 miles (Bluebonnet Boulevard): Lane positioning matters here; at 1.9 miles (East Access Road): Lane positioning matters here.

Critical Maneuvers

5 of 12 key points

These are the spots where you need to pay the most attention. Preview them before you drive.

5

0.2 mi into trip | ~0m in | Fleet Drive

Turn left onto Fleet Drive

Navigation decision point

5

0.6 mi into trip | ~1m in | Bluebonnet Boulevard

Turn right onto Bluebonnet Boulevard

Lane positioning matters here

Use the right lane.

6

1.9 mi into trip | ~4m in | East Access Road

Turn left onto East Access Road toward 3246: Siegen Marketplace

Lane positioning matters here

Use the left lane. Toward 3246: Siegen Marketplace

8

68.1 mi into trip | ~1h 19m 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

68.2 mi into trip | ~1h 20m 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
I 10	64.9 mi	1h 13m
Bluebonnet Boulevard	1.3 mi	2m
East Access Road	0.8 mi	1m
North Causeway Boulevard	0.7 mi	1m
Jefferson Highway	0.4 mi	<1m
47th Street	0.2 mi	<1m
Baker Drive	0.2 mi	<1m
Fleet Drive	<0.1 mi	<1m

Longest stretch: I 10 — 64.9 mi, about 1h 13m

Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions

Step-by-step road directions between Westminster, LA and Metairie, LA.

1

Start on Baker Drive

0.2 mi · 44 sec · Baker Drive

2

Turn left onto Fleet Drive

383 ft · 18 sec · Fleet Drive

3

Turn right onto LA 73

0.4 mi · 45 sec · Jefferson Highway

4

Turn right onto Bluebonnet Boulevard

1.3 mi · 2 min · Bluebonnet Boulevard

Use the right lane.

5

Turn left onto East Access Road

0.8 mi · 1 min · East Access Road

Toward 3246: Siegen Marketplace Use the left lane.

6

Take the ramp

0.5 mi · 1 min

Toward I 10 East Use the straight / slight left lanes.

7

Merge onto I 10

65 mi · 1 hr 13 min · I 10

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

Where to Stop

Rest stops, refuel points, and overnight suggestions along this route.

Halfway Point

Midpoint

About 34.7 mi from Westminster, LA · 42m into the drive

Mid-route town

Meal stop

Sorrento, LA

35 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

Gonzales, LA

Fuel and coffee

A short stop after about 15 miles helps settle the day before fatigue starts building.

Reserve, LA

Meal break

The midpoint is around 34.7 miles from Westminster, LA, which is a good place for a longer meal and fuel stop.

Before the longest stretch

Fuel check

Top up before I 10 if your tank is already low. That segment runs about 64.9 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

$10.48 one way

$20.96 round trip

$3.84/gal 25.4 MPG avg 24 kg CO₂

Fuel Type	$/gal	One Way	Round Trip
midgrade	$4.21	$11.51	$23.01
premium	$4.56	$12.46	$24.91
diesel	$5.61	$15.32	$30.65

No toll roads detected on this route.

Drive Cost (one way)

Fuel

$10

Estimated CO2 emission: 24.3 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-13.

Driving Electric?

About $7 in charging · 0 stops · 67% less CO₂

Vehicle Type	kWh	DC Fast	Home Charge
Average EV	20.8	$7.29	$3.33
Efficient EV	17.4	$6.07	$2.78
EV Truck/SUV	27.8	$9.72	$4.44

Gas CO2

24 kg

EV CO2

8 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.

Forecast as of Apr 12, 2026

Origin

Westminster, LA

Late night in Westminster on Friday

Local time

12:23 AM

CDT

Current temp

87°F

Unavailable

Live forecast

Destination

Metairie, LA

Late night in Metairie on Friday

Local time

12:23 AM

CDT

Current temp

81°F

Unavailable

Live forecast

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

6 degrees cooler at arrival

A meaningful temperature swing is a good cue to rethink layers, water, and how soon you want to arrive.

Road read

1h 23m 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 Westminster, LA to Metairie, LA covers 69.4 miles and takes about 1h 23m without stops. Add 15-30 minutes for a fuel or rest stop on longer drives.

The main roads are I 10, Bluebonnet Boulevard, East Access Road. Most of the drive stays on highways, so watch for ramps and exits.

This is a comfortable same-day trip.

The midpoint is about 34.7 miles from Westminster, LA. Look for rest areas, gas stations, or food options near the halfway mark.

At current regular gas prices, expect to spend about $10.48 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 69.4 miles you will encounter 12 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 0.2 miles (Fleet Drive): Navigation decision point; at 0.6 miles (Bluebonnet Boulevard): Lane positioning matters here; at 1.9 miles (East Access Road): Lane positioning matters here.

The route from Westminster, LA to Metairie, LA does not surface many named destination signs beyond the main corridor.

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