Compiled and reviewed by the US Trip Planner planning team at COD Solutions Oy · Last reviewed Apr 21, 2026 · Editorial standards
Drive Time
53m
Distance
40.9 mi
66 km
Drive Score
6/10
Good drive
Same Day?
Yes, doable
Fuel Cost
$6
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.
Lutcher, LA
Photography Maghradze PH
Metairie, LA
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Lutcher to Metairie is 40.9 miles and takes about 53 minutes via I 10 and LA 641, with a fuel budget near $6 and enough daylight to finish in a day. This trip stays within Louisiana's Southeast region, offering a quick connection between two points. Given its short distance and highway focus, it's best suited for a straightforward transit rather than an extended sightseeing journey. You'll be covering most of the mileage on the interstate, so expect a functional drive.
| Road | Distance | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| I 10 | 33.1 mi | 38m |
| LA 641 | 3.6 mi | 5m |
| Main Street | 2.5 mi | 4m |
| 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.
Step-by-step road directions between Lutcher, LA and Metairie, LA.
Start on LA 641
Turn right onto LA 641; LA 3125
At end of road, turn left onto LA 641; LA 3213
Take the ramp
Merge onto I 10
Take the exit
Keep slight right at fork
Merge onto North Causeway Boulevard
Turn left onto 46th Street
Turn right onto North Causeway Boulevard
Turn left onto 47th Street
Arrive at destination
Rest stops, refuel points, and overnight suggestions along this route.
Mid-route town
Meal stop
20 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.
A short stop after about 40.9 miles helps settle the day before fatigue starts building.
The midpoint is around 20.5 miles from Lutcher, 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.
5 decision points cluster between mile 6.5 and 40.8 — GPS handles the exact turns, but know they're coming. Your lane choice matters more than the turn itself.
Merge onto I 10
Merge point - match speed before joining. Lane positioning matters here
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
Keep slight right at fork toward Causeway Boulevard South
Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here
Turn right onto North Causeway Boulevard
Navigation decision point
Turn left onto 47th Street
Navigation decision point
Regular Gas
$6.18 one way
$12.35 round trip
| Fuel Type | $/gal | One Way | Round Trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| midgrade | $4.21 | $6.78 | $13.56 |
| premium | $4.56 | $7.34 | $14.68 |
| diesel | $5.61 | $9.03 | $18.06 |
No toll roads detected on this route.
Drive Cost (one way)
Fuel
$6
Estimated CO2 emission: 14.3 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-13.
Driving Electric?
About $4 in charging · 0 stops · 64% less CO2
| Vehicle Type | kWh | Stops | DC Fast | Home Charge |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Average EV | 12.3 | 0 | $4.29 | $1.96 |
| Efficient EV | 10.2 | 0 | $3.58 | $1.64 |
| EV Truck/SUV | 16.4 | 0 | $5.73 | $2.62 |
Gas CO2
14 kg
EV CO2
5 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.
Current conditions at both ends of the drive.
Origin
Late night in Lutcher on Tuesday
Local time
4:26 AM
CDT
Current temp
87°F
Mostly Cloudy
Destination
Late night in Metairie on Tuesday
Local time
4:26 AM
CDT
Current temp
85°F
Partly Sunny
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 is largely a highway-focused drive, with 90% of the route utilizing major roads like I 10 and LA 641. The longest stretch without a significant turn is a 33.1-mile segment on I 10, indicating a consistent pace for a good portion of your travel. You'll experience the efficiency of interstate driving for most of the journey, transitioning briefly onto local roads as you approach your destination. Expect a direct and functional travel experience.
This is a straightforward highway drive that stays mostly on I 10 and LA 641. This route has several spots where lane changes, forks, or exits need your full attention. The trickiest moment comes around 6.5 miles in near I 10.
Focused - busy navigation packed into a short drive
Balances navigation complexity with total wheel time.
This is a short but busy drive. With 10 decision points packed into just 40.9 miles, you will need to pay attention to lane changes and exits — but the whole thing is over in 53m.
Where does it get tricky?
The main spots that need attention: at 6.5 miles (I 10): Merge point - match speed before joining. Lane positioning matters here; at 39.6 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one; at 39.7 miles: Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here.
Weekend Trip
Doable as a same-day drive at 53m. Total distance: 40.9 miles.
Family Friendly
Moderate complexity with 0 natural rest stops along the way.
Solo Traveler
53m drive, comfortable solo distance.
EV Driver
0 DC fast chargers along the route. Coverage: unknown.
First-Time Driver
Mostly highway driving (90%). 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, and NPS for national parks. See our methodology for refresh cadence and limitations.
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