Origin
Albany, LA
Late night in Albany on Tuesday
Local time
4:25 AM
CDT
Current temp
66°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
Trip from Albany, LA to Metairie, LA
Pin this tripCompiled and reviewed by the US Trip Planner planning team at COD Solutions Oy · Last reviewed Apr 21, 2026 · Editorial standards
Drive Time
1h 7m
Distance
55.5 mi
89 km
Drive Score
9/10
Great drive
Same Day?
Yes, doable
Fuel Cost
$8
one way
EV Charging
Unknown
Best Time to Leave
4 AM
1h 2m
★
6 AM
1h 7m
8 AM
1h 18m
10 AM
1h 11m
12 PM
1h 10m
3 PM
1h 12m
5 PM
1h 18m
8 PM
1h 4m
Estimated drive times based on typical traffic patterns. Actual times may vary with weather, construction, and real-time conditions.
Albany, LA
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Metairie, LA
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Trip Overview
This 55.5-mile drive from Albany, LA to Metairie, LA is a straightforward trip that can easily be completed in about 1 hour and 7 minutes. Given its short duration and manageable distance, it's an ideal one-day excursion, requiring no overnight stays. You'll navigate primarily via Congressman Jimmy Morrison Highway and I-10, with a portion on Florida Boulevard also factored in. The estimated fuel cost for this journey is around $8, making it an economical option. This route stays within the Southeast region, connecting two points within Louisiana. It offers a practical, no-fuss way to get between these two locations.
Main Roads
| Road | Distance | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| Congressman Jimmy Morrison Highway | 31.4 mi | 33m |
| I 10 | 17.9 mi | 22m |
| Florida Boulevard | 4.6 mi | 6m |
| North Causeway Boulevard | 0.7 mi | 1m |
| 47th Street | 0.2 mi | <1m |
| 46th Street | <0.1 mi | <1m |
| Fagot Avenue | — | — |
Some road-level metrics are being recalculated.
Longest stretch:
Congressman Jimmy Morrison Highway
— 31.4 mi, about 33m
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Albany, LA and Metairie, LA.
1
Start on US 190
4.6 mi
·
6 min
·
Florida Boulevard
2
Take the ramp
0.3 mi
·
39 sec
3
Merge onto I 55
31 mi
·
33 min
·
Congressman Jimmy Morrison Highway
Use the straight / right lanes.
4
Merge onto I 10
18 mi
·
22 min
·
I 10
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
5
Take the exit
0.1 mi
·
14 sec
Exit 228
Toward Causeway Boulevard, Mandeville, Bonnabel Boulevard
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
6
Keep slight right at fork
0.3 mi
·
55 sec
Toward Causeway Boulevard South
Use the slight right lane.
7
Merge onto North Causeway Boulevard
0.6 mi
·
1 min
·
North Causeway Boulevard
8
Turn left onto 46th Street
88 ft
·
5 sec
·
46th Street
9
Turn right onto North Causeway Boulevard
285 ft
·
17 sec
·
North Causeway Boulevard
10
Turn left onto 47th Street
0.2 mi
·
43 sec
·
47th Street
11
Arrive at destination
Fagot Avenue
Where to Stop
Rest stops, refuel points, and overnight suggestions along this route.
Mid-route town
Meal stop
28 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 12 miles helps settle the day before fatigue starts building.
Meal break
The midpoint is around 27.8 miles from Albany, LA, which is a good place for a longer meal and fuel stop.
These stop ideas are pacing suggestions — the exact town or exit can change with traffic, hotel plans, and fuel range.
Heads-up: tricky spots
5 of 85 decision points cluster between mile 4.9 and 55.3 — GPS handles the exact turns, but know they're coming. Your lane choice matters more than the turn itself.
5
4.9 mi into trip
|
~7m in
|
I 55 / Congressman Jimmy Morrison Highway
Merge onto I 55 / Congressman Jimmy Morrison Highway
Merge point - match speed before joining. Lane positioning matters here
Use the straight / right lanes.
5
36.3 mi into trip
|
~41m in
|
I 10
Merge onto I 10
Merge point - match speed before joining. Lane positioning matters here
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
8
54.2 mi into trip
|
~1h 3m 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
54.3 mi into trip
|
~1h 3m 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
5
55.3 mi into trip
|
~1h 6m in
|
North Causeway Boulevard
Turn right onto North Causeway Boulevard
Navigation decision point
Fuel & Cost
Regular Gas
$8.38 one way
$16.76 round trip
$3.84/gal
25.4 MPG avg
19 kg CO2
| Fuel Type | $/gal | One Way | Round Trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| midgrade | $4.21 | $9.20 | $18.40 |
| premium | $4.56 | $9.96 | $19.92 |
| diesel | $5.61 | $12.25 | $24.51 |
No toll roads detected on this route.
Drive Cost (one way)
Fuel
$8
Estimated CO2 emission: 19.4 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-13.
Driving Electric?
About $6 in charging · 0 stops · 68% less CO2
| Vehicle Type | kWh | Stops | DC Fast | Home Charge |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Average EV | 16.7 | 0 | $5.83 | $2.66 |
| Efficient EV | 13.9 | 0 | $4.86 | $2.22 |
| EV Truck/SUV | 22.2 | 0 | $7.77 | $3.55 |
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
Late night in Metairie on Tuesday
Local time
4:25 AM
CDT
Current temp
85°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
19 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 7m 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.
What kind of drive is this?
The character of this drive is a mixed bag, with 32% of the journey taking place on the interstate. You'll encounter a significant uninterrupted stretch of 31.4 miles on Congressman Jimmy Morrison Highway, which offers a different driving experience than the faster-paced I-10. Expect a blend of highway speeds and more local road conditions as you progress. This isn't a monotonous cruise; rather, it's a route that requires you to adjust to varying traffic patterns and speed limits as you transition between major thoroughfares and more direct, albeit sometimes slower, local routes.
32% highway, the rest on surface roads — varied driving throughout.
11 navigation steps total — most of the decisions cluster near the start and finish.
Longest single stretch: 31.4 mi on Congressman Jimmy Morrison Highway.
How Hard Is This Drive?
6/10
This route mixes highway mileage with some local-road sections near the start or finish. You will hit about 8 points where you need to pay attention to lane position or signs. The trickiest moment comes around 4.9 miles in near I 55 / Congressman Jimmy Morrison Highway.
Driving Effort
6/10
Moderate - straightforward overall, but long enough or busy enough to require pacing
Balances navigation complexity with total wheel time.
This drive requires moderate attention. Across 55.5 miles you will encounter 8 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 4.9 miles (I 55 / Congressman Jimmy Morrison Highway): Merge point - match speed before joining. Lane positioning matters here; at 36.3 miles (I 10): Merge point - match speed before joining. Lane positioning matters here; at 54.2 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one.
Elevation Profile
Mostly flat terrain
41 ft
-5 ft
Total Climb
10 ft
Total Descent
49 ft
Highest Point
41 ft
~4 mi in
Elevation Range
46 ft
Who Is This Route For?
Weekend Trip
Doable as a same-day drive at 1h 7m. Total distance: 55.5 miles.
Family Friendly
Moderate complexity with 0 natural rest stops along the way.
Solo Traveler
1h 7m drive, comfortable solo distance.
EV Driver
0 DC fast chargers along the route. Coverage: unknown.
First-Time Driver
Mostly highway driving (32%). Some complex stretches to watch for.
Scenic Drive
Mixed highway & surface route profile.
Frequently Asked Questions
The longest stretch is about 31.4 miles on Congressman Jimmy Morrison Highway. The full list of main roads is in the Roads section above.
It helps. This route has a higher-than-average number of complex decision points, which get harder in the dark. If the last hour of the trip is on surface roads or mountain grades, aim to arrive at Metairie, LA before sunset when you can. Check the Trip Plan for departure windows that land you in daylight.
Yes. At under 2 hours behind the wheel, this works well for families — plan one quick stop if you have younger kids.
The main spots that need attention: at 4.9 miles (I 55 / Congressman Jimmy Morrison Highway): Merge point - match speed before joining. Lane positioning matters here; at 36.3 miles (I 10): Merge point - match speed before joining. Lane positioning matters here; at 54.2 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one.
Yes. A round trip is manageable in a single day if you plan a break at Metairie, LA before heading back.
How this page is built
Compiled by the US Trip Planner planning team at COD Solutions Oy from open government datasets — OSRM over OpenStreetMap for geometry, EIA for fuel prices, and USGS 3DEP for elevation. See our methodology for refresh cadence and limitations.
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