This 135-mile drive from Delcambre to Metairie, Louisiana, is a straightforward journey that can easily be completed in a single day, taking approximately 2 hours and 39 minutes. Primarily utilizing US 90 and I-310, with a brief segment on LA 14, this route is almost entirely highway driving at 98%. With a projected fuel cost of around $20, it's an economical option for a day trip. You'll be traveling within the Southeast region of Louisiana, and the drive offers a consistent pace for most of its length, making it a practical choice for getting from point A to point B efficiently.
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
67.5 miles from Delcambre, LA
A natural place for your longest stop of the day
, about 1h 20m into the drive
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Main Roads
Road
Distance
Duration
US 90
105 mi
1h 58m
I 310
11.1 mi
12m
LA 14
8.6 mi
13m
I 10
7.5 mi
9m
North Causeway Boulevard
0.7 mi
1m
North Railroad Street
0.2 mi
<1m
47th Street
0.2 mi
<1m
West Main Street
<0.1 mi
<1m
Longest stretch:
US 90
— 105 mi, about 1h 58m
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Delcambre, LA and Metairie, LA.
1
Start on West Main Street
88 ft·9 sec·West Main Street
2
Turn left onto LA 330
0.2 mi·26 sec·North Railroad Street
3
Turn right onto LA 14
8.6 mi·13 min·LA 14
4
Take the ramp
0.3 mi·43 sec
5
Merge onto US 90
105 mi·1 hr 58 min·US 90
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
6
Take the exit
0.2 mi·22 sec
Toward I 310 North, LA 3127 North: Donaldsonville, New Orleans
7
Continue on I 310
11 mi·12 min·I 310
8
Keep slight right at fork
0.7 mi·1 min
Exit 1AToward I 10 East: New Orleans
9
Merge onto I 10
7.5 mi·9 min·I 10
Use the straight lane.
10
Take the exit
0.1 mi·14 sec
Exit 228Toward Causeway Boulevard, Mandeville, Bonnabel BoulevardUse the straight / slight right lanes.
11
Keep slight right at fork
0.3 mi·55 sec
Toward Causeway Boulevard SouthUse the slight right lane.
12
Merge onto North Causeway Boulevard
0.6 mi·1 min·North Causeway Boulevard
13
Turn left onto 46th Street
88 ft·5 sec·46th Street
14
Turn right onto North Causeway Boulevard
285 ft·17 sec·North Causeway Boulevard
15
Turn left onto 47th Street
0.2 mi·43 sec·47th Street
16
Arrive at destination
Fagot Avenue
Trip Plan
Given the manageable 2-hour, 39-minute duration for this 135-mile trip, you have the flexibility to depart at your convenience. With only one recommended stop and a fuel cost estimated at $20, planning is minimal. Consider leaving mid-morning to avoid early commuter traffic in the Metairie area. Pay attention to the transition onto I-310, as it's a key point in navigating toward your destination. This route is designed for steady progress, so the main consideration is simply keeping your tank topped up for the longest stretch on US 90.
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 67.5 miles from Delcambre, LA, or about 1h 20m into the drive.
The longest continuous stretch on this route runs about 105 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 37m in
Use this first pause for coffee, a restroom break, and a quick traffic check ahead.
Halfway reset
Around 67.5 miles or 1h 20m 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 8m
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 Delcambre, 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 Delcambre, LA
This is one driving day of about 135 miles and 2h 39m.
Your first comfortable stop window is around 30 miles from Delcambre, 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 US 90 for about 105 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 13
5 decision points cluster between mile 0 and 133.8 — 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|LA 330 / North Railroad Street
Turn left onto LA 330 / North Railroad Street
Navigation decision point
5
9.2 mi into trip|~14m in|US 90
Merge onto US 90
Merge point - match speed before joining. Lane positioning matters here
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
6
125.5 mi into trip|~2h 25m in
Keep slight right at fork toward I 10 East: New Orleans
Highway fork - watch signs carefully
Exit 1A
Toward I 10 East: New Orleans
8
133.7 mi into trip|~2h 35m 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
133.8 mi into trip|~2h 35m 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
$20.39 one way
$40.78 round trip
$3.84/gal25.4 MPG avg47 kg CO2
Fuel Type
$/gal
One Way
Round Trip
midgrade
$4.21
$22.38
$44.76
premium
$4.56
$24.23
$48.46
diesel
$5.61
$29.81
$59.61
No toll roads detected on this route.
Estimated Trip Cost (one way, 1 person)
Fuel
$20
Meals
$25–$50
Total
$45–$70
Rough estimate based on US averages. Hotel $80–$140/night, meals $25–$50/day.
Estimated CO2 emission: 47.2 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
40.5
0
$14.17
$6.48
Efficient EV
33.8
0
$11.81
$5.40
EV Truck/SUV
54
0
$18.90
$8.64
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 20, 2026
Origin
Delcambre, LA
Morning
in Delcambre on Tuesday
Local time
10:26 AM
CDT
Current temp
84°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
Destination
Metairie, LA
Morning
in Metairie on Tuesday
Local time
10:26 AM
CDT
Current temp
85°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
1 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 39m 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...
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 experience for the vast majority of this 135-mile trip, with 98% of the route on major roadways. The longest continuous stretch you'll encounter is a substantial 105 miles on US 90, offering a consistent pace. While primarily highway, the inclusion of I-310 and LA 14 means you'll experience a slight variation in road type as you progress. This drive leans towards efficiency, minimizing slower, more winding roads in favor of direct travel.
98% highway — fuel and pacing are the main things to plan.
16 navigation steps total — most of the decisions cluster near the start and finish.
Longest single stretch: 105 mi on US 90.
How Hard Is This Drive?
6/10
This is a straightforward highway drive that stays mostly on US 90 and I 310. You will hit about 13 points where you need to pay attention to lane position or signs. The trickiest moment comes early in the drive near LA 330 / North Railroad 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 miles you will encounter 13 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 (LA 330 / North Railroad Street): Navigation decision point; at 9.2 miles (US 90): Merge point - match speed before joining. Lane positioning matters here; at 125.5 miles: Highway fork - watch signs carefully.
Towns Mentioned on Route Signs
Based on OSRM destination-sign hints, not a full list of every settlement the road passes.
On the drive from Delcambre, LA to Metairie, LA, road signs begin pointing toward New Orleans along the way.
New Orleans
114.2 mi in|~2h 12m
Who Is This Route For?
Weekend Trip
Doable as a same-day drive at 2h 39m. Total distance: 135 miles.
Family Friendly
Moderate complexity with 1 natural rest stops along the way.
Solo Traveler
2h 39m drive, comfortable solo distance.
First-Time Driver
Mostly highway driving (98%). Some complex stretches to watch for.
Frequently Asked Questions
The longest stretch is about 105 miles on US 90. The full list of main roads is in the Roads section above.
Yes — we found about 1 rest area or service plaza within a short detour of the route (from OpenStreetMap). See the Rest Stops tab under Nearby Places for locations and mile markers. Plan to stretch, use the bathroom, and top off fluids every 2–3 hours on longer drives.
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. There are 1 rest area along the route for bathroom stops.
The main spots that need attention: near the start (LA 330 / North Railroad Street): Navigation decision point; at 9.2 miles (US 90): Merge point - match speed before joining. Lane positioning matters here; at 125.5 miles: Highway fork - watch signs carefully.
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.
