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Trip from Metairie Terrace, LA to Amelia, LA

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

Drive Time

1h 31m

Distance

73.3 mi

118 km

Drive Score

7/10

Good drive

Same Day?

Yes, doable

Fuel Cost

$11

one way

EV Charging

Good

7 stations

Best Time to Leave

Save up to 21 min
4 AM
1h 24m ★
6 AM
1h 31m
8 AM
1h 45m
10 AM
1h 36m
12 PM
1h 35m
3 PM
1h 37m
5 PM
1h 45m
8 PM
1h 27m

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

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Downtown Metairie Terrace, LA, LA

Metairie Terrace, LA

Esmihel Muhammed

Downtown Amelia, LA, LA

Amelia, LA

Israyosoy S.

Trip Overview

This 73.3-mile drive from Metairie Terrace, LA, to Amelia, LA, is a straightforward, highway-focused journey that can easily be completed in about 1 hour and 31 minutes. With a fuel cost estimated at $11, it's an economical option for a day trip. The route primarily utilizes US 90, I-310, and I-10, meaning you'll spend 94% of your time on high-speed roads. Given its short duration and highway nature, this trip is ideal for a single-day excursion, allowing for flexibility without the need for an overnight stay. You'll remain within the Southeast region of Louisiana for the entire duration of your travel.

Trip Pace

Same-day drive is realistic

A same-day return is realistic if you keep stops short.

Midpoint

36.7 miles from Metairie Terrace, LA

A natural place for your longest stop of the day , about 48m into the drive .

Main Roads

Road Distance Duration
US 90 50.9 mi 58m
I 310 10.9 mi 12m
I 10 5.6 mi 7m
Clearview Parkway 1.2 mi 2m
West Metairie Avenue North 0.9 mi 2m
Barrow Street 0.4 mi 1m
Lake Palourde Bypass Road 0.2 mi <1m
Mayflower Drive 0.1 mi <1m
Longest stretch: US 90 — 50.9 mi, about 58m

Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions

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

1

Start on Mayflower Drive

0.1 mi · 24 sec · Mayflower Drive
2

Continue on Civic Street

396 ft · 18 sec · Civic Street
3

Turn right onto Waltham Street

0.1 mi · 23 sec · Waltham Street
4

Turn left onto West Metairie Avenue North

0.9 mi · 2 min · West Metairie Avenue North
5

Turn right onto LA 3152

1.2 mi · 2 min · Clearview Parkway
Use the straight / right lanes.
6

Take the exit

0.4 mi · 50 sec
Toward I 10 West: Baton Rouge
7

Keep slight left at fork

0.3 mi · 41 sec
8

Merge onto I 10

5.6 mi · 7 min · I 10
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
9

Take the exit

1.0 mi · 1 min
Exit 220 Toward I 310 South: Boutte, Houma Use the straight / slight right lanes.
10

Continue on I 310

11 mi · 12 min · I 310
11

Keep slight right at fork

0.5 mi · 55 sec
Toward US 90 West: Houma
12

Merge onto US 90

5.3 mi · 7 min · US 90
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
13

Continue on US 90

0.3 mi · 26 sec · US 90
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
14

Continue on US 90

0.5 mi · 37 sec · US 90
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
15

Continue on US 90

45 mi · 49 min · US 90
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
16

Take the exit

0.6 mi · 1 min
17

Keep slight right at fork

174 ft · 4 sec
18

Turn straight onto PR 4

0.2 mi · 21 sec · Lake Palourde Bypass Road
19

Turn left

458 ft · 20 sec
20

Turn slight left onto Barrow Street

0.4 mi · 1 min · Barrow Street
21

At end of road, turn right onto PR 35

82 ft · 2 sec · Lake Palourde Road
22

Arrive at destination

PR 35

Trip Plan

For this quick 1 hour and 31-minute journey, you have the flexibility to leave whenever suits your schedule. Since it's a relatively short drive with minimal planned stops (0), you won't need to worry about extensive breaks. Keep an eye on fuel levels, especially as you pass through longer stretches like the 50.9 miles on US 90. The fuel cost is estimated at a low $11, so topping off before you depart is a sensible precaution. This route is well-suited for a single-day trip, allowing you to maximize your time at your destination.

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.
You may only need one short stretch break if traffic stays light.
The halfway point lands around 36.7 miles from Metairie Terrace, LA, or about 48m into the drive.
The longest continuous stretch on this route runs about 50.9 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 16 miles or 23m in

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

Halfway reset

Around 36.7 miles or 48m in

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

Final approach

Final hour starts around 1h 17m

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

Before You Leave

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

Day 1

Settle into the route from Metairie Terrace, LA

This is one driving day of about 73.3 miles and 1h 31m.

Your first comfortable stop window is around 16 miles from Metairie Terrace, LA.
This route can stay practical as a one-day drive if traffic stays reasonable.
The longest stretch is on US 90 for about 50.9 miles.

Where to Stop

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

Downtown Boutte, LA, LA

Mid-route town

Meal stop

Boutte, LA

37 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

Luling, LA

Fuel and coffee

A short stop after about 16 miles helps settle the day before fatigue starts building.

Bayou Gauche, LA

Meal break

The midpoint is around 36.7 miles from Metairie Terrace, 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.

Nearby Places

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

Top Restaurant

NolaKorea Korean Restaurant

4.6 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Metairie, Louisiana

Near the start, short detour

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

Hours: 11 am–2 pm

+15047028811

Giorlando's Restaurant

4.7 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Metairie, Louisiana

2 mi

Ormond Manor Restaurant

4.6 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Destrehan, Louisiana

1.1 mi

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

Giorlando's Restaurant

4.7 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Near the start, short detour

2 mi from route ~5 min detour $10 to $20

Metairie, Louisiana

Hours: 11 am–8:45 pm

+15048358593

Visit website

Ormond Manor Restaurant

4.6 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Early in the drive, short detour

1.1 mi from route ~3 min detour $30 to $50 mile 15.7

Destrehan, Louisiana

Hours: 7–10 am

+19857648544

Visit website

SUNNY SIDE UP RESTAURANT

4.2 ★ ★ ★ ★ ☆

Near the start, short detour

2.3 mi from route ~6 min detour $10 to $20

Harahan, Louisiana

Hours: 6 am–3 pm

+15042242839

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

Fausto's Bistro

4.5 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Near the start, short detour

2.6 mi from route ~7 min detour $30 to $50

Metairie, Louisiana

Hours: 11 am–9 pm

+15048337121

Visit website

Lebanon's Cafe

4.6 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Near the start, short detour

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

New Orleans, Louisiana

Hours: 11 am–9:30 pm

+15048626200

Visit website

Café Navarre

4.5 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Near the start, ~9 min detour

3.4 mi from route ~9 min detour $10 to $20

New Orleans, Louisiana

Hours: 7:30 am–2 pm

+15044838828

Visit website

ChargePoint Charging Station

4.0 ★ ★ ★ ★ ☆

Near the start, short detour

1.3 mi from route ~3 min detour mile 5.2

Metairie, Louisiana

Hours: 7 am–8 pm

Visit website

Tesla Supercharger

4.3 ★ ★ ★ ★ ☆

Near the start, short detour

2.9 mi from route ~7 min detour

Metairie, Louisiana

Hours: Open 24 hours

Visit website

XCharge Charging Station

4.4 ★ ★ ★ ★ ☆

Near the start, short detour

2.7 mi from route ~7 min detour

Harahan, Louisiana

EV Connect Charging Station

1.8 ★ ★ ☆ ☆ ☆

Near the start, short detour

1.4 mi from route ~4 min detour

Metairie, Louisiana

ChargePoint Charging Station

4.0 ★ ★ ★ ★ ☆

Near the start, short detour

2.7 mi from route ~7 min detour

New Orleans, Louisiana

Hours: Open 24 hours

+18887584389

Visit website

ChargePoint Charging Station

5.0 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Near the start, ~10 min detour

4.2 mi from route ~10 min detour

New Orleans, Louisiana

Hours: Open 24 hours

+18887584389

Visit website

ChargePoint Charging Station

3.5 ★ ★ ★ ★ ☆

Near the start, ~10 min detour

4.1 mi from route ~10 min detour

New Orleans, Louisiana

Hours: Open 24 hours

+18887584389

Visit website

Explore Houma

4.8 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Later in the drive, right off the route

0.5 mi from route ~1 min detour mile 52.4

Gray, Louisiana

Hours: 9 am–5 pm

+19858682732

Visit website

Ormond Park

4.6 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Early in the drive, short detour

1.3 mi from route ~3 min detour mile 15.7

Destrehan, Louisiana

Hours: 1–6 pm

+19857835090

Visit website

Louisiana's Cajun Bayou Visitor Center

4.6 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Around the midpoint, short detour

1.9 mi from route ~5 min detour mile 36.7

Raceland, Louisiana

Hours: 9 am–5 pm

+19855375800

Visit website

Longue Vue House and Gardens

4.7 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Near the start, short detour

2.5 mi from route ~6 min detour

New Orleans, Louisiana

Hours: 8 am–5 pm

+15044885488

Visit website

Da Swamp

4.5 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Later in the drive, short detour

2.4 mi from route ~6 min detour mile 52.4

Houma, Louisiana

Hours: 4–8 pm

+19853333013

Visit website

Ardoyne Plantation

4.7 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Later in the drive, short detour

2.5 mi from route ~6 min detour mile 52.4

Schriever, Louisiana

+19858042271

Visit website

Kenner Planetarium and MegaDome Cinema

4.7 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Near the start, short detour

2.7 mi from route ~7 min detour mile 5.2

Kenner, Louisiana

Hours: Closed

+15044687231

Visit website

Cajun Man's Swamp Tours and Adventures LLC

4.9 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Near the end, ~9 min detour

3.5 mi from route ~9 min detour mile 73.3

Morgan City, Louisiana

Hours: 8 am–8 pm

+19858684625

Visit website

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

Heads-up: tricky spots

5 of 12

5 decision points cluster between mile 1.2 and 21.1 — GPS handles the exact turns, but know they're coming. Your lane choice matters more than the turn itself.

5
1.2 mi into trip | ~3m in | LA 3152 / Clearview Parkway

Turn right onto LA 3152 / Clearview Parkway

Lane positioning matters here

Use the straight / right lanes.
5
3.1 mi into trip | ~7m in | I 10

Merge onto I 10

Merge point - match speed before joining. Lane positioning matters here

Use the straight / slight right lanes.
8
8.7 mi into trip | ~14m in

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

Use the straight / slight right lanes. Exit 220 Toward I 310 South: Boutte, Houma
5
20.6 mi into trip | ~28m in

Keep slight right at fork toward US 90 West: Houma

Highway fork - watch signs carefully

Toward US 90 West: Houma
5
21.1 mi into trip | ~29m in | US 90

Merge onto US 90

Merge point - match speed before joining. Lane positioning matters here

Use the straight / slight right lanes.

Fuel & Cost

Regular Gas

$11.07 one way

$22.14 round trip

$3.84/gal 25.4 MPG avg 26 kg CO2
Fuel Type $/gal One Way Round Trip
midgrade $4.21 $12.15 $24.30
premium $4.56 $13.16 $26.31
diesel $5.61 $16.18 $32.37

No toll roads detected on this route.

Estimated Trip Cost (one way, 1 person)

Fuel

$11

Meals

$25–$50

Total

$36–$61

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

Estimated CO2 emission: 25.6 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-13.

Driving Electric?

About $8 in charging · 0 stops · 65% less CO2

Vehicle Type kWh Stops DC Fast Home Charge
Average EV 22 0 $7.70 $3.52
Efficient EV 18.3 0 $6.41 $2.93
EV Truck/SUV 29.3 0 $10.26 $4.69

Gas CO2

26 kg

EV CO2

9 kg (65% 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 14, 2026

Origin

Metairie Terrace, LA

Late night in Metairie Terrace on Sunday

Local time

5:15 AM

CDT

Current temp

82°F

Sunny

S 10 mph 0% chance Live forecast

Destination

Amelia, LA

Late night in Amelia on Sunday

Local time

5:15 AM

CDT

Current temp

63°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 cooler at arrival

A meaningful temperature swing is a good cue to rethink layers, water, and how soon you want to arrive.

Road read

1h 31m on the road

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.

National Parks Near This Route

Worth a detour if your schedule allows.

New Orleans Jazz National Historical Park

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...

6 mi from route ~15 min detour Free
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 73.3-mile route. With 94% of the drive on high-speed roads, you'll encounter swift travel for the majority of the trip. The longest uninterrupted stretch covers 50.9 miles on US 90, offering a consistent pace. This highway-focused profile means you'll likely experience efficient transit, with minimal slowdowns unless traffic conditions dictate otherwise. The road character is defined by its directness and speed, connecting you efficiently between your starting point in Metairie Terrace and your destination in Amelia.

94% highway — fuel and pacing are the main things to plan.
22 navigation steps total — most of the decisions cluster near the start and finish.
Longest single stretch: 50.9 mi on US 90.

How Hard Is This Drive?

10/10

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 1.2 miles in near LA 3152 / Clearview Parkway.

Driving Effort 10/10

Demanding - stay alert through the decision-heavy sections

Balances navigation complexity with total wheel time.

This drive requires moderate attention. Across 73.3 miles you will encounter 12 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 1.2 miles (LA 3152 / Clearview Parkway): Lane positioning matters here; at 3.1 miles (I 10): Merge point - match speed before joining. Lane positioning matters here; at 8.7 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one.

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 Metairie Terrace, LA to Amelia, LA, road signs begin pointing toward Houma along the way.

Houma

8.7 mi in | ~14m

Who Is This Route For?

Weekend Trip

Doable as a same-day drive at 1h 31m. Total distance: 73.3 miles.

Family Friendly

Moderate complexity with 0 natural rest stops along the way.

Solo Traveler

1h 31m drive, comfortable solo distance.

First-Time Driver

Mostly highway driving (94%). Some complex stretches to watch for.

Frequently Asked Questions

The longest stretch is about 50.9 miles on US 90. The full list of main roads is in the Roads section above.

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 Amelia, LA before sunset when you can. Check the Trip Plan for departure windows that land you in daylight.

Yes. At under 2 hours behind the wheel, this works well for families — plan one quick stop if you have younger kids.

The main spots that need attention: at 1.2 miles (LA 3152 / Clearview Parkway): Lane positioning matters here; at 3.1 miles (I 10): Merge point - match speed before joining. Lane positioning matters here; at 8.7 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one.

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 Amelia, LA before heading back.

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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