Traveling from Broussard to Metairie covers 140.2 miles and typically takes about 2 hours and 19 minutes. Because this is a relatively short distance within Southeast Louisiana, you can easily complete the journey in a single day without needing an overnight stay. Expect to spend approximately $21 on fuel for the trip, making it an affordable option for a quick getaway. You will navigate via East Main Street, North Morgan Avenue, and Southwest Evangeline Thruway as you transition between these two communities. It is a straightforward drive that works well for those looking to reach the New Orleans metropolitan area without a complex itinerary. Since the entire route remains within the same region, you can anticipate a consistent local atmosphere throughout your time on the road.
Trip Pace
Same-day drive is realistic
A same-day return is realistic if you keep stops short.
Break Rhythm
1 planned break
A short stop every 2 to 3 hours is enough for this drive.
Midpoint
67.7 miles from Broussard, LA
A natural place for your longest stop of the day
, about 1h 21m into the drive
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Main Roads
Road
Distance
Duration
I 10
123.2 mi
2h 20m
Southeast Evangeline Thruway
3.8 mi
5m
Louisiana Avenue
3.3 mi
5m
Southwest Evangeline Thruway
2.7 mi
3m
North Causeway Boulevard
0.7 mi
1m
North Morgan Avenue
0.4 mi
<1m
East Main Street
0.2 mi
<1m
47th Street
0.2 mi
<1m
Longest stretch:
I 10
— 123.2 mi, about 2h 20m
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Broussard, LA and Metairie, LA.
1
Start on South Polk Street
134 ft·11 sec·South Polk Street
2
Turn left onto East Main Street
0.2 mi·31 sec·East Main Street
3
Turn right onto North Morgan Avenue
0.4 mi·47 sec·North Morgan Avenue
4
Turn right onto US 90; LA 182
0.2 mi·13 sec·Southwest Evangeline Thruway
5
Keep slight left at fork
158 ft·7 sec
6
Turn left onto US 90; LA 182
2.5 mi·2 min·Southwest Evangeline Thruway
7
Continue on US 90; LA 182
3.8 mi·5 min·Southeast Evangeline Thruway
8
Turn right onto LA 94
3.3 mi·5 min·Louisiana Avenue
9
Take the ramp
0.4 mi·47 sec
10
Merge onto I 10
123 mi·2 hr 20 min·I 10
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
11
Take the exit
0.1 mi·14 sec
Exit 228Toward Causeway Boulevard, Mandeville, Bonnabel BoulevardUse the straight / slight right lanes.
12
Keep slight right at fork
0.3 mi·55 sec
Toward Causeway Boulevard SouthUse the slight right lane.
13
Merge onto North Causeway Boulevard
0.6 mi·1 min·North Causeway Boulevard
14
Turn left onto 46th Street
88 ft·5 sec·46th Street
15
Turn right onto North Causeway Boulevard
285 ft·17 sec·North Causeway Boulevard
16
Turn left onto 47th Street
0.2 mi·43 sec·47th Street
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Arrive at destination
Fagot Avenue
Trip Plan
Planning for this 2-hour and 19-minute drive is simple, as the lack of required stops allows for significant flexibility in your schedule. Since the route is entirely local, consider leaving during off-peak hours to avoid potential congestion on the community streets that make up your path. Budget around $21 for fuel before you head out, and ensure your vehicle is ready for a trip defined by frequent turns rather than sustained highway speeds. Because there are no designated stops on this 140.2-mile stretch, make sure to handle any personal needs or vehicle checks before departing Broussard. A helpful tip is to keep a close eye on your GPS, as the turn-heavy nature of this route means you will be frequently transitioning between different local roads.
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.
Plan roughly 1 meaningful break for fuel, food, and rest.
The halfway point lands around 67.7 miles from Broussard, LA, or about 1h 21m into the drive.
The longest continuous stretch on this route runs about 123.2 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 30 miles or 38m in
Use this first pause for coffee, a restroom break, and a quick traffic check ahead.
Halfway reset
Around 67.7 miles or 1h 21m in
This is the best place for your longest stop, a real meal, and a full fuel check.
Final approach
Final hour starts around 2h 10m
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 Broussard, 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 Broussard, LA
This is one driving day of about 135.3 miles and 2h 40m.
Your first comfortable stop window is around 30 miles from Broussard, LA.
This route can stay practical as a one-day drive if traffic stays reasonable.
Plan about 1 real break rather than only quick fuel stops.
The longest stretch is on I 10 for about 123.2 miles.
Where to Stop
Rest stops, refuel points, and overnight suggestions along this route.
Place data sourced from public business listings. Hours and availability may vary.
Heads-up: tricky spots
5 of 14
5 decision points cluster between mile 0 and 134.1 — GPS handles the exact turns, but know they're coming. Your lane choice matters more than the turn itself.
5
0 mi into trip|~0m in|East Main Street
Turn left onto East Main Street
Navigation decision point
5
0.9 mi into trip|~1m in
Keep slight left at fork
Highway fork - watch signs carefully
5
10.8 mi into trip|~16m in|I 10
Merge onto I 10
Merge point - match speed before joining. Lane positioning matters here
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
8
134 mi into trip|~2h 36m 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...
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134.1 mi into trip|~2h 37m 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
Fuel & Cost
Regular Gas
$20.43 one way
$40.87 round trip
$3.84/gal25.4 MPG avg47 kg CO2
Fuel Type
$/gal
One Way
Round Trip
midgrade
$4.21
$22.43
$44.86
premium
$4.56
$24.28
$48.57
diesel
$5.61
$29.87
$59.75
Estimated Tolls: $0.44
Southeast Evangeline Thruway
(3.8 mi)$0.27
Southwest Evangeline Thruway
(2.5 mi)$0.17
Toll estimates based on average 2024-2025 rates. EZ-Pass/SunPass discounts may lower the actual cost.
Estimated Trip Cost (one way, 1 person)
Fuel
$20
Tolls
$0
Meals
$25–$50
Total
$46–$71
Rough estimate based on US averages. Hotel $80–$140/night, meals $25–$50/day.
Estimated CO2 emission: 47.3 kg one way.
Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-13.
Driving Electric?
About $14 in charging
· 0 stops
· 66% less CO2
Vehicle Type
kWh
Stops
DC Fast
Home Charge
Average EV
40.6
0
$14.21
$6.49
Efficient EV
33.8
0
$11.84
$5.41
EV Truck/SUV
54.1
0
$18.94
$8.66
Gas CO2
47 kg
EV CO2
16 kg (66% 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 15, 2026
Origin
Broussard, LA
Morning
in Broussard on Sunday
Local time
6:48 AM
CDT
Current temp
60°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
Destination
Metairie, LA
Morning
in Metairie on Sunday
Local time
6:48 AM
CDT
Current temp
81°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
21 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
2h 40m 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.
More Details
What kind of drive is this?
Expect a turn-heavy local drive that demands your full attention behind the wheel. Unlike a monotonous interstate slog, this 140.2-mile journey features zero percent highway share, meaning you will be navigating through local intersections and town roads for the duration of the trip. The route relies on a series of local connectors rather than high-speed lanes, giving the drive a more personal, hands-on feel. You will find yourself constantly navigating turns as you move through the landscape, which keeps the experience engaging. Because there are no long, uninterrupted stretches of highway, you should prepare for a steady, rhythmic pace that requires frequent adjustments rather than cruise control.
91% highway — fuel and pacing are the main things to plan.
17 navigation steps total — most of the decisions cluster near the start and finish.
Longest single stretch: 123.2 mi on I 10.
How Hard Is This Drive?
6/10
This is a straightforward highway drive that stays mostly on I 10 and Southeast Evangeline Thruway. You will hit about 14 points where you need to pay attention to lane position or signs. The trickiest moment comes early in the drive near East Main Street.
Driving Effort6/10
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 135.3 miles you will encounter 14 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: near the start (East Main Street): Navigation decision point; at 0.9 miles: Highway fork - watch signs carefully; at 10.8 miles (I 10): Merge point - match speed before joining. Lane positioning matters here.
Who Is This Route For?
Weekend Trip
Doable as a same-day drive at 2h 40m. Total distance: 135.3 miles.
Family Friendly
Moderate complexity with 1 natural rest stops along the way.
Solo Traveler
2h 40m drive, comfortable solo distance.
First-Time Driver
Mostly highway driving (91%). Some complex stretches to watch for.
Frequently Asked Questions
The longest stretch is about 123.2 miles on I 10. The full list of main roads is in the Roads section above.
Expect about $0.44 in tolls one way, starting with Southeast Evangeline Thruway. Most Northeast and Midwest toll agencies accept E-ZPass; in the West and Texas, transponders like TxTag or FasTrak apply. If you do not have a transponder, cashless tolling plates will mail a bill to the vehicle's registered address — usually with a surcharge, so a rental-car toll pass is often cheaper than paying by mail.
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.
Only with planning. This is a long drive for kids — consider splitting it into two days rather than pushing through. Plan at least 1 meaningful breaks. Dedicated rest areas are limited, so plan gas or food stops as your bathroom breaks.
The main spots that need attention: near the start (East Main Street): Navigation decision point; at 0.9 miles: Highway fork - watch signs carefully; at 10.8 miles (I 10): Merge point - match speed before joining. Lane positioning matters here.
Yes. A round trip is manageable in a single day if you plan a break at Metairie, LA before heading back.
