This 81.2-mile drive from Brownsfield to Metairie, Louisiana, is a manageable one-day trip, taking approximately 1 hour and 44 minutes. The route primarily utilizes I-10, Airline Highway, and Siegen Lane, with 79% of the journey on highways. With an estimated fuel cost of $12, this drive is an economical option for a quick transition within the Southeast region. It’s a straightforward, highway-focused experience perfect for a single day's travel, offering a direct path between these two Louisiana points.
Trip Pace
Same-day drive is realistic
A same-day return is realistic if you keep stops short.
Midpoint
40.6 miles from Brownsfield, LA
A natural place for your longest stop of the day
, about 57m into the drive
.
Main Roads
Road
Distance
Duration
I 10
64.4 mi
1h 12m
Airline Highway
8.4 mi
13m
Siegen Lane
1.3 mi
2m
Silverleaf Avenue
1.3 mi
2m
Foster Road
1.3 mi
3m
Hooper Road
1.2 mi
1m
North Causeway Boulevard
0.7 mi
1m
Mickens Road
0.6 mi
1m
Longest stretch:
I 10
— 64.4 mi, about 1h 12m
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Brownsfield, LA and Metairie, LA.
1
Start on Clearview Avenue
510 ft·24 sec·Clearview Avenue
2
Turn right onto Northampton Drive
0.4 mi·1 min·Northampton Drive
3
At end of road, turn right onto Foster Road
1.3 mi·3 min·Foster Road
4
Turn right onto LA 408
1.2 mi·1 min·Hooper Road
5
Turn left onto Mickens Road
0.6 mi·1 min·Mickens Road
6
Turn right onto Silverleaf Avenue
1.3 mi·2 min·Silverleaf Avenue
7
Turn right onto Greenwell Street
0.4 mi·47 sec·Greenwell Street
8
Turn sharp left onto US 61; US 190
8.4 mi·13 min·Airline Highway
Use the left / straight lanes.
9
Take the exit
399 ft·10 sec
Toward LA 3246 South
10
Turn straight onto LA 3246
1.3 mi·2 min·Siegen Lane
11
Take the ramp
0.3 mi·42 sec
12
Merge onto I 10
64 mi·1 hr 12 min·I 10
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
13
Take the exit
0.1 mi·14 sec
Exit 228Toward Causeway Boulevard, Mandeville, Bonnabel BoulevardUse the straight / slight right lanes.
14
Keep slight right at fork
0.3 mi·55 sec
Toward Causeway Boulevard SouthUse the slight right lane.
15
Merge onto North Causeway Boulevard
0.6 mi·1 min·North Causeway Boulevard
16
Turn left onto 46th Street
88 ft·5 sec·46th Street
17
Turn right onto North Causeway Boulevard
285 ft·17 sec·North Causeway Boulevard
18
Turn left onto 47th Street
0.2 mi·43 sec·47th Street
19
Arrive at destination
Fagot Avenue
Trip Plan
Given the short 1 hour and 44-minute duration, this trip offers plenty of flexibility. Aim to depart Brownsfield in the morning to avoid potential midday traffic, especially as you approach Metairie. The longest continuous stretch is 64.4 miles on I-10, so plan your fuel and rest stops accordingly before embarking on this segment. With a fuel cost estimated at just $12, you won't need to worry extensively about budget, but always keep an eye on your gauge, particularly before hitting that long highway portion.
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 40.6 miles from Brownsfield, LA, or about 57m into the drive.
The longest continuous stretch on this route runs about 64.4 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 18 miles or 31m in
Use this first pause for coffee, a restroom break, and a quick traffic check ahead.
Halfway reset
Around 40.6 miles or 57m in
This is the best place for your longest stop, a real meal, and a full fuel check.
Final approach
Final hour starts around 1h 28m
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 Brownsfield, LA so your first major turns are already loaded.
Day 1
Settle into the route from Brownsfield, LA
This is one driving day of about 81.2 miles and 1h 44m.
Your first comfortable stop window is around 18 miles from Brownsfield, LA.
This route can stay practical as a one-day drive if traffic stays reasonable.
The longest stretch is on I 10 for about 64.4 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 15
5 decision points cluster between mile 0.5 and 80 — GPS handles the exact turns, but know they're coming. Your lane choice matters more than the turn itself.
5
0.5 mi into trip|~2m in|Foster Road
At end of road, turn right onto Foster Road
Navigation decision point
5
5.3 mi into trip|~12m in|US 61; US 190 / Airline Highway
Turn sharp left onto US 61; US 190 / Airline Highway
Sharp turn - reduce speed on approach. Lane positioning matters here
Use the left / straight lanes.
5
15.4 mi into trip|~28m in|I 10
Merge onto I 10
Merge point - match speed before joining. Lane positioning matters here
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
8
79.9 mi into trip|~1h 41m 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
80 mi into trip|~1h 41m 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
$12.26 one way
$24.53 round trip
$3.84/gal25.4 MPG avg28 kg CO2
Fuel Type
$/gal
One Way
Round Trip
midgrade
$4.21
$13.46
$26.92
premium
$4.56
$14.57
$29.15
diesel
$5.61
$17.93
$35.86
No toll roads detected on this route.
Estimated Trip Cost (one way, 1 person)
Fuel
$12
Meals
$25–$50
Total
$37–$62
Rough estimate based on US averages. Hotel $80–$140/night, meals $25–$50/day.
Estimated CO2 emission: 28.4 kg one way.
Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-13.
Driving Electric?
About $9 in charging
· 0 stops
· 64% less CO2
Vehicle Type
kWh
Stops
DC Fast
Home Charge
Average EV
24.4
0
$8.53
$3.90
Efficient EV
20.3
0
$7.10
$3.25
EV Truck/SUV
32.5
0
$11.37
$5.20
Gas CO2
28 kg
EV CO2
10 kg (64% 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 17, 2026
Origin
Brownsfield, LA
Late night
in Brownsfield on Sunday
Local time
5:03 AM
CDT
Current temp
83°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
Destination
Metairie, LA
Late night
in Metairie on Sunday
Local time
5:03 AM
CDT
Current temp
81°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
86°F
Shenandoah, LA
41 mi in
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
2 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 44m 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.
National Parks Near This Route
Worth a detour if your schedule allows.
New Orleans Jazz National Historical Park
National Historical Park
Discover the roots of jazz at the New Orleans Jazz National Historical Park. Located in the heart of the French Quarter, our park offers live performances, exhibits, and programs that celebrate the le...
5 mi from route
~13 min detour
Free
near mile 81.2
Park data from the National Park Service API. Alerts update every 2 hours.
More Details
What kind of drive is this?
Expect a highway-focused drive for the majority of this 81.2-mile journey. With 79% of the route on higher-speed roads, you'll experience a significant stretch of uninterrupted travel, including a 64.4-mile segment on I-10. While the primary roads include I-10, Airline Highway, and Siegen Lane, the character leans towards efficient travel rather than scenic detours. This means a consistent pace for much of the trip, making it a functional commute rather than a winding exploration.
79% highway — fuel and pacing are the main things to plan.
19 navigation steps total — most of the decisions cluster near the start and finish.
Longest single stretch: 64.4 mi on I 10.
How Hard Is This Drive?
6/10
This is a straightforward highway drive that stays mostly on I 10 and Airline Highway. You will hit about 15 points where you need to pay attention to lane position or signs. The trickiest moment comes around 0.5 miles in near Foster Road.
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 81.2 miles you will encounter 15 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 0.5 miles (Foster Road): Navigation decision point; at 5.3 miles (US 61; US 190 / Airline Highway): Sharp turn - reduce speed on approach. Lane positioning matters here; at 15.4 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 1h 44m. Total distance: 81.2 miles.
Family Friendly
Moderate complexity with 0 natural rest stops along the way.
Solo Traveler
1h 44m drive, comfortable solo distance.
First-Time Driver
Mostly highway driving (79%). Some complex stretches to watch for.
Frequently Asked Questions
The longest stretch is about 64.4 miles on I 10. 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 0.5 miles (Foster Road): Navigation decision point; at 5.3 miles (US 61; US 190 / Airline Highway): Sharp turn - reduce speed on approach. Lane positioning matters here; at 15.4 miles (I 10): Merge point - match speed before joining. Lane positioning matters here.
Yes — New Orleans Jazz National Historical Park. See the National Parks section for detour distances and tips on detours.
Yes. A round trip is manageable in a single day if you plan a break at Metairie, LA before heading back.
