Trip from Metairie, LA to Winnfield, LA

Compiled and reviewed by the US Trip Planner planning team at COD Solutions Oy · Last reviewed Apr 19, 2026 · Editorial standards

Drive Time

4h 47m

Distance

244.8 mi

394 km

Drive Score

9/10

Great drive

Same Day?

Yes, doable

Fuel Cost

$37

one way

EV Charging

Good

8 stations

Best Time to Leave

Save up to 41 min

4 AM

4h 34m ★

6 AM

4h 48m

8 AM

5h 15m

10 AM

4h 57m

12 PM

4h 54m

3 PM

4h 58m

5 PM

5h 13m

8 PM

4h 39m

Estimated drive times based on typical traffic patterns. Actual times may vary with weather, construction, and real-time conditions.

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unincorporated suburban community and census-designated places in Jefferson Parish, Louisiana, United States

Metairie, LA

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Winnfield, LA

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Trip Overview

This 244.8-mile drive from Metairie, Louisiana, to Winnfield, Louisiana, is designed for a single day, taking approximately 4 hours and 47 minutes to complete. Primarily a highway-focused journey, you'll spend about 71% of your time on major roadways, with the longest uninterrupted stretch being 76.2 miles on I-10. The estimated fuel cost for this trip is around $37, making it an economical option. Given its manageable duration, this route is well-suited for a day trip, allowing you to reach your destination without needing an overnight stop. Both your origin and destination are within the Southeast region, keeping the travel context consistent.

Trip Pace

Same-day drive is realistic

A same-day return is possible, but it will make for a full day on the road.

Break Rhythm

1 planned break

Plan on a short reset every 3 to 4 hours to stay fresh behind the wheel.

Midpoint

122.4 miles from Metairie, LA

A natural place for your longest stop of the day , about 2h 29m into the drive .

Main Roads

Road	Distance	Duration
I 10	76.2 mi	1h 26m
Charles I. "Doc" Hudson Highway	64.6 mi	1h 5m
State Route 1	49 mi	1h 2m
US 167	48.5 mi	1h
North Lobdell Highway	3.6 mi	4m
North Causeway Boulevard	0.7 mi	1m
47th Street	0.2 mi	<1m
Fagot Avenue	<0.1 mi	<1m

Longest stretch: I 10 — 76.2 mi, about 1h 26m

Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions

Step-by-step road directions between Metairie, LA and Winnfield, LA.

Start on Fagot Avenue

111 ft · 4 sec · Fagot Avenue

Continue on 47th Street

0.2 mi · 40 sec · 47th Street

At end of road, turn right onto North Causeway Boulevard

285 ft · 17 sec · North Causeway Boulevard

Turn left onto 46th Street

47 ft · 4 sec · 46th Street

Turn right onto North Causeway Boulevard

0.6 mi · 1 min · North Causeway Boulevard

Take the exit

425 ft · 12 sec

Toward I 10 East, I 10 West: New Orleans, Baton Rouge

Keep slight left at fork

0.6 mi · 1 min

Toward I 10 West: Baton Rouge Use the slight left lane.

Keep slight left at fork

0.5 mi · 1 min

Merge onto I 10

72 mi · 1 hr 22 min · I 10

Use the straight / slight right lanes.

Keep slight left at fork onto I 10

3.9 mi · 4 min · I 10

Use the straight / slight right lanes.

Take the exit

0.3 mi · 44 sec

Exit 151 Toward LA 415: Lobdell Use the straight / slight right lanes.

Keep slight right at fork

317 ft · 7 sec

Toward LA 415: Lobdell Use the right lane.

Merge onto LA 415

3.6 mi · 4 min · North Lobdell Highway

Use the straight / right lanes.

Merge onto US 190; LA 1

49 mi · 1 hr 2 min · State Route 1

Use the straight lane.

Take the exit

0.3 mi · 36 sec

Toward I 49 North, US 167 North: Alexandria

Merge onto I 49; US 167

65 mi · 1 hr 5 min · Charles I. "Doc" Hudson Highway

Take the exit onto US 167

0.2 mi · 29 sec · US 167

Toward US 167 North, LA 28 East, LA 1: Pineville Expressway, Casson Street

Keep slight left at fork onto US 167

48 mi · 1 hr · US 167

Toward US 167 North, LA 28 East: Pineville Expressway

Arrive at destination

US 84; US 167

Trip Plan

To make the most of this 4-hour and 47-minute drive, consider an early morning departure from Metairie to maximize your daylight hours. With just one recommended stop, you have flexibility in pacing. Keep an eye on your fuel levels, especially during the 76.2-mile stretch on I-10, as services can be less frequent on longer highway segments. The $37 fuel cost is a good estimate, but always factor in a buffer. This drive is easily achievable in one day, so you won't need to plan for an overnight stay.

Morning Departure

An early start around 7-8 AM gets you there with plenty of daylight left.

Evening Departure

A late afternoon start means arriving after dark. Morning is better.

You can normally do this drive in one day.

Plan roughly 1 meaningful break for fuel, food, and rest.

The halfway point lands around 122.4 miles from Metairie, LA, or about 2h 29m into the drive.

The longest continuous stretch on this route runs about 76.2 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 54 miles or 1h 4m in

Use this first pause for coffee, a restroom break, and a quick traffic check ahead.

Halfway reset

Around 122.4 miles or 2h 29m in

This is the best place for your longest stop, a real meal, and a full fuel check.

Final approach

Final hour starts around 3h 52m

Traffic, exits, and arrival timing usually matter more near Winnfield, LA than in the middle of the route.

Before You Leave

Open the route before leaving Metairie, LA so your first major turns are already loaded.

Leave with enough water and a charging cable within reach, not packed away.

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 Metairie, LA

This is one driving day of about 244.8 miles and 4h 47m.

Your first comfortable stop window is around 54 miles from Metairie, 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 I 10 for about 76.2 miles.

Where to Stop

Rest stops, refuel points, and overnight suggestions along this route.

Mid-route town

Meal stop

Lafayette, LA

122 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.

Pacing Suggestions

Baton Rouge, LA

Fuel and coffee

A short stop after about 54 miles helps settle the day before fatigue starts building.

Lafayette, LA

Meal break

The midpoint is around 122.4 miles from Metairie, LA, which is a good place for a longer meal and fuel stop.

Before the longest stretch

Fuel check

Top up before I 10 if your tank is already low. That segment runs about 76.2 miles.

These stop ideas are pacing suggestions — the exact town or exit can change with traffic, hotel plans, and fuel range.

Nearby Places

Restaurants, cafes, gas stations and more along your route.

Top Restaurant

Giorlando's Restaurant

4.7 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Metairie, Louisiana

Near the start, short detour

1.3 mi from route ~3 min detour $10 to $20

Hours: 11 am–8:45 pm

+15048358593

Visit website

City Pork Jefferson

4.6 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Baton Rouge, Louisiana

1.4 mi

NolaKorea Korean Restaurant

4.6 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Metairie, Louisiana

1.7 mi

Giorlando's Restaurant

4.7 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Near the start, short detour

1.3 mi from route ~3 min detour $10 to $20

Metairie, Louisiana

Hours: 11 am–8:45 pm

+15048358593

Visit website

City Pork Jefferson

4.6 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Early in the drive, short detour

1.4 mi from route ~3 min detour $20 to $30 mile 70

Baton Rouge, Louisiana

Hours: 6:30 am–9 pm

+12256158880

Visit website

NolaKorea Korean Restaurant

4.6 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Near the start, short detour

1.7 mi from route ~4 min detour $20 to $30

Metairie, Louisiana

Hours: 11 am–2 pm

+15047028811

Fausto's Bistro

4.5 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Near the start, short detour

1.9 mi from route ~5 min detour $30 to $50

Metairie, Louisiana

Hours: 11 am–9 pm

+15048337121

Visit website

Cork's Cajun Fried Fish & Shrimp

4.7 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Early in the drive, short detour

2.6 mi from route ~7 min detour $10 to $20 mile 70

Baton Rouge, Louisiana

Hours: 10:30 am–8 pm

+12254789128

Visit website

Louisiana Lagniappe Restaurant

4.6 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Early in the drive, short detour

2.7 mi from route ~7 min detour Expensive mile 70

Baton Rouge, Louisiana

Hours: 5–8:30 pm

+12257679991

Visit website

Brigtsen's Restaurant

4.8 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Near the start, short detour

2.9 mi from route ~7 min detour $50 to $10

New Orleans, Louisiana

Hours: 5–8:30 pm

+15048617610

Visit website

Café Navarre

4.5 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Near the start, short detour

2.7 mi from route ~7 min detour $10 to $20

New Orleans, Louisiana

Hours: 7:30 am–2 pm

+15044838828

Visit website

Tesla Supercharger

4.3 ★ ★ ★ ★ ☆

Early in the drive, right off the route

0.2 mi from route ~1 min detour mile 52.5

Gonzales, Louisiana

Hours: Open 24 hours

+18777983752

Visit website

Tesla Supercharger

4.3 ★ ★ ★ ★ ☆

Near the start, short detour

2.1 mi from route ~5 min detour

Metairie, Louisiana

Hours: Open 24 hours

Visit website

4.4 ★ ★ ★ ★ ☆

Near the start, ~9 min detour

3.4 mi from route ~9 min detour

Harahan, Louisiana

Burden Museum & Gardens

4.8 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Early in the drive, right off the route

0.5 mi from route ~1 min detour mile 70

Baton Rouge, Louisiana

Hours: 8 am–5 pm

+12257633990

Visit website

Louisiana State University Rural Life Museum

4.7 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Early in the drive, right off the route

0.4 mi from route ~1 min detour mile 70

Baton Rouge, Louisiana

Hours: 8 am–4:30 pm

+12257652437

Visit website

LSU AgCenter Botanic Gardens

4.6 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Early in the drive, right off the route

0.8 mi from route ~2 min detour mile 70

Baton Rouge, Louisiana

Hours: 8 am–5 pm

+12257633990

Visit website

Longue Vue House and Gardens

4.7 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Near the start, short detour

1.9 mi from route ~5 min detour

New Orleans, Louisiana

Hours: 8 am–5 pm

+15044885488

Visit website

Blue Zoo Aquarium Baton Rouge

4.7 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Early in the drive, short detour

2.2 mi from route ~6 min detour mile 70

Baton Rouge, Louisiana

Hours: 11 am–7 pm

+12254165290

Visit website

Celebration Station Baton Rouge

4.2 ★ ★ ★ ★ ☆

Early in the drive, short detour

2.2 mi from route ~6 min detour mile 70

Baton Rouge, Louisiana

Hours: 12–9 pm

+12259247888

Visit website

Jambalaya Park

4.5 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Early in the drive, short detour

2.6 mi from route ~6 min detour mile 52.5

Gonzales, Louisiana

Hours: 8 am–9 pm

+12256472841

Visit website

Kidz Kove Discovery Park

4.6 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Early in the drive, short detour

2.4 mi from route ~6 min detour mile 52.5

Gonzales, Louisiana

Hours: 8 am–6 pm

+12256472841

Place data sourced from public business listings. Hours and availability may vary.

Heads-up: tricky spots

5 of 16

5 decision points cluster between mile 0.2 and 78.7 — GPS handles the exact turns, but know they're coming. Your lane choice matters more than the turn itself.

0.2 mi into trip | ~0m in | North Causeway Boulevard

At end of road, turn right onto North Causeway Boulevard

Complex interchange - multiple decisions in a short stretch

0.9 mi into trip | ~2m in

Keep slight left at fork toward I 10 West: Baton Rouge

Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here

Use the slight left lane. Toward I 10 West: Baton Rouge

74.4 mi into trip | ~1h 27m in | I 10

Keep slight left at fork onto I 10

Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here

Use the straight / slight right lanes.

78.3 mi into trip | ~1h 32m in

Take the exit toward LA 415: Lobdell

Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here

Use the straight / slight right lanes. Exit 151 Toward LA 415: Lobdell

78.7 mi into trip | ~1h 32m in

Keep slight right at fork toward LA 415: Lobdell

Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here

Use the right lane. Toward LA 415: Lobdell

Fuel & Cost

Regular Gas

$36.97 one way

$73.94 round trip

$3.84/gal 25.4 MPG avg 86 kg CO₂

Fuel Type	$/gal	One Way	Round Trip
midgrade	$4.21	$40.58	$81.17
premium	$4.56	$43.94	$87.88
diesel	$5.61	$54.05	$108.10

No toll roads detected on this route.

Estimated Trip Cost (one way, 1 person)

Fuel

$37

Meals

$25–$50

Total

$62–$87

Rough estimate based on US averages. Hotel $80–$140/night, meals $25–$50/day.

Estimated CO2 emission: 85.7 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-13.

Driving Electric?

About $26 in charging · 0 stops · 66% less CO₂

Vehicle Type	kWh	Stops	DC Fast	Home Charge
Average EV	73.4	0	$25.70	$11.75
Efficient EV	61.2	0	$21.42	$9.79
EV Truck/SUV	97.9	1	$34.27	$15.67

Gas CO2

86 kg

EV CO2

29 kg (66% less)

Plan for 0 charging stops, roughly every 270 miles. Allow 25-40 minutes per stop at a DC fast charger.

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

Metairie, LA

Night in Metairie on Saturday

Local time

11:41 PM

CDT

Current temp

81°F

Unavailable

Live forecast

Destination

Winnfield, LA

Night in Winnfield on Saturday

Local time

11:41 PM

CDT

Current temp

79°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

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

4h 47m on the road

An early start around 7-8 AM gets you there with plenty of daylight left.

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

View on nps.gov

Cane River Creole National Historical Park

National Historical Park

The Cane River region is home to a unique culture; the Creoles. Generations of the same families of workers, enslaved and tenant, and owners lived on these lands for over 200 years. The park tells the...

26 mi from route ~64 min detour Free near mile 228

View on nps.gov

Park data from the National Park Service API. Alerts update every 2 hours.

What kind of drive is this?

Expect a predominantly highway experience on this route, with over 70% of the journey utilizing major roads. You'll encounter a significant 76.2-mile segment on I-10, offering a consistent pace for a substantial portion of your travel. The route transitions to Charles I. "Doc" Hudson Highway and State Route 1, introducing a change in scenery and road type as you progress towards Winnfield. While largely highway-focused, these shifts can offer a different driving feel compared to the interstate stretches.

71% 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: 76.2 mi on I 10.

How Hard Is This Drive?

10/10

This is a straightforward highway drive that stays mostly on I 10 and Charles I. "Doc" Hudson Highway. 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.

Driving Effort 10/10

High effort - long or complex enough to need steady focus all day

Balances navigation complexity with total wheel time.

This is a demanding drive. With 16 significant decision points across 244.8 miles, you will need to stay alert - especially through interchange areas and urban stretches. Consider splitting it into segments if you are not comfortable with fast highway navigation.

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 0.9 miles: Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here; at 74.4 miles (I 10): Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here.

Who Is This Route For?

Weekend Trip

Doable as a same-day drive at 4h 47m. Total distance: 244.8 miles.

Family Friendly

Moderate complexity with 1 natural rest stops along the way.

Solo Traveler

4h 47m drive, comfortable solo distance.

First-Time Driver

Mostly highway driving (71%). Some complex stretches to watch for.

Frequently Asked Questions

The longest stretch is about 76.2 miles on I 10. The full list of main roads is in the Roads section above.

We did not find dedicated rest areas on this route. For a drive this long, plan bathroom and stretch breaks around gas stations, fast-food stops, or small-town downtowns — check the Nearby Places section for options.

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 Winnfield, 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. Dedicated rest areas are limited, so plan gas or food stops as your bathroom breaks.

Yes — New Orleans Jazz National Historical Park and Cane River Creole National Historical Park. See the National Parks section for detour distances and tips on detours.

Possible but tiring. At 4.8 hours each way, an in-and-out day trip would put you behind the wheel for 9.6 hours — manageable with a long break at Winnfield, LA, but most travelers stay overnight.

How this page is built

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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Trip from Metairie, LA to Winnfield, LA

Best Time to Leave

Trip Overview

Main Roads

Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions

Trip Plan

Before You Leave

Where to Stop

Pacing Suggestions

Nearby Places

Giorlando's Restaurant

Giorlando's Restaurant

City Pork Jefferson

NolaKorea Korean Restaurant

Fausto's Bistro

Cork's Cajun Fried Fish & Shrimp

Louisiana Lagniappe Restaurant

Brigtsen's Restaurant

Café Navarre

Tesla Supercharger

Tesla Supercharger

Tesla Supercharger

ChargePoint Charging Station

Rivian Adventure Network

Electrify America Charging Station

ProChargeEV Charging Station

XCharge Charging Station

Burden Museum & Gardens

Louisiana State University Rural Life Museum

LSU AgCenter Botanic Gardens

Longue Vue House and Gardens

Blue Zoo Aquarium Baton Rouge

Celebration Station Baton Rouge

Jambalaya Park

Kidz Kove Discovery Park

Heads-up: tricky spots

Fuel & Cost

Travel Intel

Metairie, LA

Winnfield, LA

Same local time

2 degrees cooler at arrival

4h 47m on the road

National Parks Near This Route

New Orleans Jazz National Historical Park

Cane River Creole National Historical Park

What kind of drive is this?

How Hard Is This Drive?

Who Is This Route For?

Frequently Asked Questions

Which road carries most of the drive?

Are there rest areas on this route?

Should I avoid arriving after dark?

Is this a good trip with kids?

Where does this route get tricky?

Are there national parks near this route?

Can I do this as a round trip in one go?

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