This 140.5-mile drive from Maurice, Louisiana, to Metairie, Louisiana, will take approximately 2 hours and 46 minutes. With a fuel cost estimated at $21, it's an affordable day trip within the Southeast region. The route primarily follows local roads, suggesting a more involved driving experience than a simple interstate journey. Plan for a single day, as the duration is manageable. This trip offers a straightforward path between two points in Louisiana, perfect for a quick transition.
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
70.2 miles from Maurice, LA
A natural place for your longest stop of the day
, about 1h 24m into the drive
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Main Roads
Road
Distance
Duration
Johnston Street
5.2 mi
6m
Ambassador Caffery Parkway
5 mi
8m
North Causeway Boulevard
0.7 mi
1m
Maurice Avenue
0.6 mi
<1m
47th Street
0.2 mi
<1m
46th Street
<0.1 mi
<1m
Fagot Avenue
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Some road-level metrics are being recalculated.
Longest stretch:
Johnston Street
— 5.2 mi, about 6m
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Maurice, LA and Metairie, LA.
1
Start on US 167; LA 92
0.6 mi·51 sec·Maurice Avenue
2
Continue on US 167
5.2 mi·6 min·Johnston Street
3
Turn left onto Ambassador Caffery Parkway
5.0 mi·8 min·Ambassador Caffery Parkway
4
Take the ramp
128 mi·2 hr 26 min
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
5
Take the exit
0.1 mi·14 sec
Exit 228Toward Causeway Boulevard, Mandeville, Bonnabel BoulevardUse the straight / slight right lanes.
6
Keep slight right at fork
0.3 mi·55 sec
Toward Causeway Boulevard SouthUse the slight right lane.
7
Merge onto North Causeway Boulevard
0.6 mi·1 min·North Causeway Boulevard
8
Turn left onto 46th Street
88 ft·5 sec·46th Street
9
Turn right onto North Causeway Boulevard
285 ft·17 sec·North Causeway Boulevard
10
Turn left onto 47th Street
0.2 mi·43 sec·47th Street
11
Arrive at destination
Fagot Avenue
Trip Plan
Given the 2 hour 46 minute duration and the turn-heavy nature of the drive, consider departing mid-morning to avoid peak commuter times in both Maurice and Metairie. With only one stop recommended, you have flexibility to take breaks as needed. Keep an eye on your fuel, as the $21 estimated cost suggests it's not an extremely long haul, but you don't want to be caught off guard. A specific tip for this route: familiarize yourself with the traffic patterns on Ambassador Caffery Parkway, as it can experience significant volume.
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 70.2 miles from Maurice, LA, or about 1h 24m into the drive.
The longest continuous stretch on this route runs about 5.2 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 31 miles or 39m in
Use this first pause for coffee, a restroom break, and a quick traffic check ahead.
Halfway reset
Around 70.2 miles or 1h 24m 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 15m
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 Maurice, 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 Maurice, LA
This is one driving day of about 140.5 miles and 2h 46m.
Your first comfortable stop window is around 31 miles from Maurice, 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 Johnston Street for about 5.2 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 8
5 decision points cluster between mile 10.8 and 140.3 — GPS handles the exact turns, but know they're coming. Your lane choice matters more than the turn itself.
4
10.8 mi into trip|~16m in
Take the ramp
Lane positioning matters here
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
8
139.2 mi into trip|~2h 42m 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
139.3 mi into trip|~2h 43m 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
5
140.2 mi into trip|~2h 45m in|North Causeway Boulevard
Turn right onto North Causeway Boulevard
Navigation decision point
5
140.3 mi into trip|~2h 46m in|47th Street
Turn left onto 47th Street
Navigation decision point
Fuel & Cost
Regular Gas
$21.22 one way
$42.44 round trip
$3.84/gal25.4 MPG avg49 kg CO2
Fuel Type
$/gal
One Way
Round Trip
midgrade
$4.21
$23.29
$46.59
premium
$4.56
$25.22
$50.44
diesel
$5.61
$31.02
$62.04
No toll roads detected on this route.
Estimated Trip Cost (one way, 1 person)
Fuel
$21
Meals
$25–$50
Total
$46–$71
Rough estimate based on US averages. Hotel $80–$140/night, meals $25–$50/day.
Estimated CO2 emission: 49.2 kg one way.
Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-13.
Driving Electric?
About $15 in charging
· 0 stops
· 67% less CO2
Vehicle Type
kWh
Stops
DC Fast
Home Charge
Average EV
42.2
0
$14.75
$6.74
Efficient EV
35.1
0
$12.29
$5.62
EV Truck/SUV
56.2
0
$19.67
$8.99
Gas CO2
49 kg
EV CO2
16 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.
Travel Intel
Current conditions at both ends of the drive.
Forecast as of Apr 15, 2026
Origin
Maurice, LA
Morning
in Maurice on Sunday
Local time
6:31 AM
CDT
Current temp
62°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
Destination
Metairie, LA
Morning
in Metairie on Sunday
Local time
6:31 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
19 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 46m 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 140.5
Park data from the National Park Service API. Alerts update every 2 hours.
More Details
What kind of drive is this?
Expect a turn-heavy local drive on this route, with only about 40% of the journey on highways. You'll navigate through areas using Johnston Street, Ambassador Caffery Parkway, and North Causeway Boulevard. The longest continuous stretch you'll encounter is 5.2 miles on Johnston Street. This indicates a drive with frequent intersections and changes in speed, rather than a high-speed cruise. The road character will likely shift as you move from more rural or suburban approaches to busier urban environments.
Only 4% highway — the rest is turn-by-turn surface driving.
11 navigation steps total — most of the decisions cluster near the start and finish.
Longest single stretch: 5.2 mi on Johnston Street.
How Hard Is This Drive?
4/10
Expect a hands-on drive with frequent turns and local roads rather than long highway stretches. There are only a few real navigation decisions along the way. The trickiest moment comes around 10.8 miles in.
Driving Effort4/10
Easy - simple navigation with a manageable amount of wheel time
Balances navigation complexity with total wheel time.
This is a straightforward 2h 46m drive. You will face about 8 decision points, but nothing that requires special attention if you follow navigation.
Where does it get tricky?
The main spots that need attention: at 10.8 miles: Lane positioning matters here; at 139.2 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one; at 139.3 miles: Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here.
Who Is This Route For?
Weekend Trip
Doable as a same-day drive at 2h 46m. Total distance: 140.5 miles.
Family Friendly
Moderate complexity with 1 natural rest stops along the way.
Mostly surface roads route profile with national parks nearby.
Frequently Asked Questions
The longest stretch is about 5.2 miles on Johnston Street. The full list of main roads is in the Roads section above.
Yes, with realistic expectations. Build in a stop roughly every 2 hours, have snacks and activities ready, and check the Nearby Places tabs for kid-friendly stops along the way.
The main spots that need attention: at 10.8 miles: Lane positioning matters here; at 139.2 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one; at 139.3 miles: Highway fork - watch signs carefully. 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.
