Compiled and reviewed by the US Trip Planner planning team at COD Solutions Oy · Last reviewed Apr 19, 2026 · Editorial standards
Drive Time
1h 8m
Distance
53.4 mi
86 km
Drive Score
7/10
Good drive
Same Day?
Yes, doable
Fuel Cost
$8
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.
Metairie, LA
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Gray, LA
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This straightforward 53.4-mile drive from Metairie, Louisiana, to Gray, Louisiana, will take you about 1 hour and 8 minutes. It's a perfect candidate for a single-day trip, with no need to break it up. The route is heavily focused on highway travel, with 90% of the journey on major roads like US 90, I-310, and I-10, making it an efficient way to get between these Southeast Louisiana communities. You can expect to spend around $8 on fuel for this trip. The overall feel is practical and direct, ideal if you're looking to reach your destination without much fuss.
| Road | Distance | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| US 90 | 30.2 mi | 36m |
| I 310 | 10.9 mi | 12m |
| I 10 | 7.2 mi | 8m |
| West Park Avenue | 1.2 mi | 1m |
| North Causeway Boulevard | 0.7 mi | 1m |
| 47th Street | 0.2 mi | <1m |
| Fagot Avenue | <0.1 mi | <1m |
| 46th Street | <0.1 mi | <1m |
Step-by-step road directions between Metairie, LA and Gray, LA.
Start on Fagot Avenue
Continue on 47th Street
At end of road, turn right onto North Causeway Boulevard
Turn left onto 46th Street
Turn right onto North Causeway Boulevard
Take the exit
Keep slight left at fork
Keep slight left at fork
Merge onto I 10
Take the exit
Continue on I 310
Keep slight right at fork
Merge onto US 90
Continue on US 90
Continue on US 90
Continue on US 90
Take the exit
Keep slight right at fork
Turn straight onto LA 24
Turn right onto LA 316
Arrive at destination
Rest stops, refuel points, and overnight suggestions along this route.
Mid-route town
Meal stop
27 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 12 miles helps settle the day before fatigue starts building.
The midpoint is around 26.7 miles from Metairie, 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 0.2 and 9.2 — GPS handles the exact turns, but know they're coming. Your lane choice matters more than the turn itself.
At end of road, turn right onto North Causeway Boulevard
Complex interchange - multiple decisions in a short stretch
Turn left onto 46th Street
Navigation decision point
Take the exit toward I 10 East, I 10 West: New Orleans, Baton Rouge
Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one
Keep slight left at fork toward I 10 West: Baton Rouge
Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here
Take the exit toward I 310 South: Boutte, Houma
Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one
Regular Gas
$8.06 one way
$16.13 round trip
| Fuel Type | $/gal | One Way | Round Trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| midgrade | $4.21 | $8.85 | $17.71 |
| premium | $4.56 | $9.58 | $19.17 |
| diesel | $5.61 | $11.79 | $23.58 |
No toll roads detected on this route.
Drive Cost (one way)
Fuel
$8
Estimated CO2 emission: 18.7 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-13.
Driving Electric?
About $6 in charging · 0 stops · 68% less CO2
| Vehicle Type | kWh | Stops | DC Fast | Home Charge |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Average EV | 16 | 0 | $5.61 | $2.56 |
| Efficient EV | 13.4 | 0 | $4.67 | $2.14 |
| EV Truck/SUV | 21.4 | 0 | $7.48 | $3.42 |
Gas CO2
19 kg
EV CO2
6 kg (68% 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
Night in Metairie on Saturday
Local time
11:39 PM
CDT
Current temp
84°F
Mostly Sunny
Destination
Night in Gray on Saturday
Local time
11:39 PM
CDT
Current temp
80°F
Unavailable
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.
Expect a highway-focused experience for most of this 53.4-mile journey, as 90% of the route utilizes major roadways. You'll encounter a significant uninterrupted stretch of 30.2 miles on US 90, which should allow for steady progress. The road character is primarily that of efficient travel on interstates and major highways, designed for getting you from point A to point B quickly. While not a winding scenic byway, it offers a consistent driving pace for the majority of the 1 hour and 8 minute duration.
This is a straightforward highway drive that stays mostly on US 90 and I 310. This route has several spots where lane changes, forks, or exits need your full attention. The trickiest moment comes around 0.2 miles in near North Causeway Boulevard.
Demanding - stay alert through the decision-heavy sections
Balances navigation complexity with total wheel time.
This drive requires moderate attention. Across 53.4 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: at 0.2 miles (North Causeway Boulevard): Complex interchange - multiple decisions in a short stretch; at 0.2 miles (46th Street): Navigation decision point; at 0.9 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one.
Based on OSRM destination-sign hints, not a full list of every settlement the road passes.
On the drive from Metairie, LA to Gray, LA, road signs begin pointing toward Houma along the way.
Houma
Weekend Trip
Doable as a same-day drive at 1h 8m. Total distance: 53.4 miles.
Family Friendly
Moderate complexity with 0 natural rest stops along the way.
Solo Traveler
1h 8m 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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