Compiled and reviewed by the US Trip Planner planning team at COD Solutions Oy · Last reviewed Apr 19, 2026 · Editorial standards
Drive Time
16m
Distance
8.7 mi
14 km
Drive Score
7/10
Good drive
Same Day?
Yes, doable
Fuel Cost
$1
one way
EV Charging
Good
8 stations
Estimated drive times based on typical traffic patterns. Actual times may vary with weather, construction, and real-time conditions.
Avondale, LA
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Metairie, LA
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If you are looking to travel from Avondale to Metairie, you are in for a quick 8.7-mile trip through Southeast Louisiana. This drive typically takes about 16 minutes, making it a very manageable one-day excursion. You will primarily navigate via US 90, Causeway Boulevard, and Jamie Boulevard. With a fuel budget of just $1, this is an incredibly cost-effective route that requires no overnight stops. Given the short duration, it is perfect for those needing a direct connection between these two locations without any added complexity.
| Road | Distance | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| US 90 | 6.5 mi | 10m |
| Causeway Boulevard | 1.2 mi | 2m |
| Jamie Boulevard | 0.2 mi | 1m |
| 47th Street | 0.2 mi | <1m |
| Valentine Drive | 0.1 mi | <1m |
| North Causeway Boulevard | 0.1 mi | <1m |
| 49th Street | <0.1 mi | <1m |
| Fagot Avenue | — | — |
Some road-level metrics are being recalculated.
Step-by-step road directions between Avondale, LA and Metairie, LA.
Start on Valentine Drive
Turn right onto Jamie Boulevard
Turn left onto US 90
Take the exit onto US 90
Keep slight right at fork onto US 90
Take the ramp
Merge onto LA 3046
Turn right onto 49th Street
Turn left onto North Causeway Boulevard
Turn right onto 47th Street
Arrive at destination
5 decision points cluster between mile 0.1 and 8.5 — GPS handles the exact turns, but know they're coming. Your lane choice matters more than the turn itself.
Turn right onto Jamie Boulevard
Navigation decision point
Turn left onto US 90
Navigation decision point
Take the exit onto US 90 toward LA 48, US 90 East: Jefferson Highway
Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one
Keep slight right at fork onto US 90
Highway fork - watch signs carefully
Turn right onto 47th Street
Navigation decision point
Regular Gas
$1.31 one way
$2.63 round trip
| Fuel Type | $/gal | One Way | Round Trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| midgrade | $4.21 | $1.44 | $2.88 |
| premium | $4.56 | $1.56 | $3.12 |
| diesel | $5.61 | $1.92 | $3.84 |
No toll roads detected on this route.
Drive Cost (one way)
Fuel
$1
Estimated CO2 emission: 3 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-13.
Driving Electric?
About $1 in charging · 0 stops · 67% less CO2
| Vehicle Type | kWh | Stops | DC Fast | Home Charge |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Average EV | 2.6 | 0 | $0.91 | $0.42 |
| Efficient EV | 2.2 | 0 | $0.76 | $0.35 |
| EV Truck/SUV | 3.5 | 0 | $1.22 | $0.56 |
Gas CO2
3 kg
EV CO2
1 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.
Current conditions at both ends of the drive.
Origin
Morning in Avondale on Sunday
Local time
7:54 AM
CDT
Current temp
62°F
Mostly Clear
Destination
Morning in Metairie on Sunday
Local time
7:54 AM
CDT
Current temp
81°F
Unavailable
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
The weather snapshot is not static. If you are leaving later, give both cities one more quick forecast check before departure.
Weather data from the National Weather Service. Conditions may change; check closer to your travel date.
This trip is a highway-focused drive, with 75% of your time spent on major thoroughfares. You will experience a longest uninterrupted stretch of 6.5 miles while cruising along US 90. The road feels efficient and functional, prioritizing speed over scenic detours. Because the route is so brief, you will transition quickly between these highway segments and the local roads needed to reach your final destination in Metairie. It is a straightforward path that gets you from point A to point B with minimal fuss.
This is a straightforward highway drive that stays mostly on US 90 and Causeway Boulevard. You will hit about 8 points where you need to pay attention to lane position or signs. The trickiest moment comes around 0.1 miles in near Jamie Boulevard.
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 8.7 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 0.1 miles (Jamie Boulevard): Navigation decision point; at 0.4 miles (US 90): Navigation decision point; at 5.2 miles (US 90): Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one.
Mostly flat terrain
Total Climb
16 ft
Total Descent
14 ft
Highest Point
9 ft
~5.4 mi in
Elevation Range
7 ft
Weekend Trip
Doable as a same-day drive at 16m. Total distance: 8.7 miles.
Family Friendly
Moderate complexity with 0 natural rest stops along the way.
Solo Traveler
16m drive, comfortable solo distance.
EV Driver
0 DC fast chargers along the route. Coverage: unknown.
First-Time Driver
Mostly highway driving (75%). Some complex stretches to watch for.
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, USGS 3DEP for elevation, and NPS for national parks. See our methodology for refresh cadence and limitations.
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