Supreme, LA to Metairie, LA is 65.4 miles and takes about 1 hour 31 minutes via Highway 1 and US 90, with a fuel budget near $10 and enough daylight to finish in a day. This drive stays within Louisiana's Southeast region, offering a straightforward journey. Expect a highway-focused experience for the majority of the trip. With no planned stops and a short duration, this route is ideal for a quick transition or a day trip, allowing for flexibility in your schedule.
Trip Pace
Same-day drive is realistic
A same-day return is realistic if you keep stops short.
Midpoint
32.7 miles from Supreme, LA
A natural place for your longest stop of the day
, about 48m into the drive
.
Main Roads
Road
Distance
Duration
Highway 1
16.5 mi
23m
US 90
14.8 mi
19m
I 310
11.1 mi
12m
I 10
7.5 mi
9m
Bayou Road
4.1 mi
5m
LA 182
3.5 mi
6m
Saint Mary Street
2.8 mi
4m
East Bayou Road
1.9 mi
2m
Longest stretch:
Highway 1
— 16.5 mi, about 23m
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Supreme, LA and Metairie, LA.
1
Start on LA 1
4.1 mi·6 min·Highway 1
2
Continue on LA 1
2.8 mi·4 min·Saint Mary Street
3
Turn left
415 ft·10 sec
4
Turn right onto LA 308
4.1 mi·5 min·Bayou Road
5
Continue on LA 308
1.9 mi·2 min·East Bayou Road
6
Turn right onto LA 648
428 ft·12 sec·Percy Brown Road
7
Turn left onto LA 1
12 mi·17 min·Highway 1
8
Turn left
313 ft·22 sec
9
Turn right onto LA 308
0.5 mi·45 sec·LA 308
10
Turn left onto LA 182
3.5 mi·6 min·LA 182
11
Merge onto US 90
0.3 mi·22 sec·US 90
12
Take the exit
0.1 mi·15 sec
13
Merge onto US 90
14 mi·19 min·US 90
14
Take the exit
0.2 mi·22 sec
Toward I 310 North, LA 3127 North: Donaldsonville, New Orleans
15
Continue on I 310
11 mi·12 min·I 310
16
Keep slight right at fork
0.7 mi·1 min
Exit 1AToward I 10 East: New Orleans
17
Merge onto I 10
7.5 mi·9 min·I 10
Use the straight lane.
18
Take the exit
0.1 mi·14 sec
Exit 228Toward Causeway Boulevard, Mandeville, Bonnabel BoulevardUse the straight / slight right lanes.
19
Keep slight right at fork
0.3 mi·55 sec
Toward Causeway Boulevard SouthUse the slight right lane.
20
Merge onto North Causeway Boulevard
0.6 mi·1 min·North Causeway Boulevard
21
Turn left onto 46th Street
88 ft·5 sec·46th Street
22
Turn right onto North Causeway Boulevard
285 ft·17 sec·North Causeway Boulevard
23
Turn left onto 47th Street
0.2 mi·43 sec·47th Street
24
Arrive at destination
Fagot Avenue
Trip Plan
Given the 1 hour and 31-minute duration, you have considerable flexibility on when to depart. Starting in the morning will allow you to arrive with ample daylight. With only 65.4 miles and a fuel cost around $10, you won't need to worry excessively about finding fuel stations along the way. However, it's always wise to keep an eye on your gauge, especially during the 16.5-mile stretch on Highway 1 where services might be less frequent.
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 32.7 miles from Supreme, LA, or about 48m into the drive.
The longest continuous stretch on this route runs about 16.5 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 14 miles or 20m in
Use this first pause for coffee, a restroom break, and a quick traffic check ahead.
Halfway reset
Around 32.7 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 16m
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 Supreme, LA so your first major turns are already loaded.
Day 1
Settle into the route from Supreme, LA
This is one driving day of about 65.4 miles and 1h 31m.
Your first comfortable stop window is around 14 miles from Supreme, LA.
This route can stay practical as a one-day drive if traffic stays reasonable.
The longest stretch is on Highway 1 for about 16.5 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 19
5 decision points cluster between mile 44.5 and 64.2 — GPS handles the exact turns, but know they're coming. Your lane choice matters more than the turn itself.
5
44.5 mi into trip|~1h 4m in
Take the exit toward I 310 North, LA 3127 North: Donaldsonville, New Orleans
Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one
Toward I 310 North, LA 3127 North: Donaldsonvil...
6
55.8 mi into trip|~1h 16m in
Keep slight right at fork toward I 10 East: New Orleans
Highway fork - watch signs carefully
Exit 1A
Toward I 10 East: New Orleans
5
56.6 mi into trip|~1h 17m in|I 10
Merge onto I 10
Merge point - match speed before joining. Lane positioning matters here
Use the straight lane.
8
64.1 mi into trip|~1h 27m 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
64.2 mi into trip|~1h 27m 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
Fuel & Cost
Regular Gas
$9.88 one way
$19.75 round trip
$3.84/gal25.4 MPG avg23 kg CO2
Fuel Type
$/gal
One Way
Round Trip
midgrade
$4.21
$10.84
$21.68
premium
$4.56
$11.74
$23.48
diesel
$5.61
$14.44
$28.88
No toll roads detected on this route.
Estimated Trip Cost (one way, 1 person)
Fuel
$10
Meals
$25–$50
Total
$35–$60
Rough estimate based on US averages. Hotel $80–$140/night, meals $25–$50/day.
Estimated CO2 emission: 22.9 kg one way.
Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-13.
Driving Electric?
About $7 in charging
· 0 stops
· 65% less CO2
Vehicle Type
kWh
Stops
DC Fast
Home Charge
Average EV
19.6
0
$6.87
$3.14
Efficient EV
16.4
0
$5.72
$2.62
EV Truck/SUV
26.2
0
$9.16
$4.19
Gas CO2
23 kg
EV CO2
8 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 17, 2026
Origin
Supreme, LA
Morning
in Supreme on Sunday
Local time
9:18 AM
CDT
Current temp
81°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
Destination
Metairie, LA
Morning
in Metairie on Sunday
Local time
9:18 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
Very similar conditions
Both ends of the route are sitting at about the same temperature right now.
Road read
1h 31m 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.
More Details
What kind of drive is this?
This route is predominantly a highway-focused drive, with 83% of the journey utilizing major roadways. You'll experience stretches on Highway 1, US 90, and I 310. The longest uninterrupted stretch you'll encounter is 16.5 miles on Highway 1. While the majority is highway, be prepared for the road to shift as you progress, moving between different highway types and potentially some local access roads that connect them.
83% highway — fuel and pacing are the main things to plan.
24 navigation steps total — most of the decisions cluster near the start and finish.
Longest single stretch: 16.5 mi on Highway 1.
How Hard Is This Drive?
10/10
This is a straightforward highway drive that stays mostly on Highway 1 and US 90. This route has several spots where lane changes, forks, or exits need your full attention. The trickiest moment comes around 44.5 miles in.
Driving Effort10/10
Demanding - stay alert through the decision-heavy sections
Balances navigation complexity with total wheel time.
This drive requires moderate attention. Across 65.4 miles you will encounter 19 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 44.5 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one; at 55.8 miles: Highway fork - watch signs carefully; at 56.6 miles (I 10): Merge point - match speed before joining. Lane positioning matters here.
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 Supreme, LA to Metairie, LA, road signs begin pointing toward New Orleans along the way.
New Orleans
44.5 mi in|~1h 4m
Who Is This Route For?
Weekend Trip
Doable as a same-day drive at 1h 31m. Total distance: 65.4 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 (83%). Some complex stretches to watch for.
Frequently Asked Questions
The longest stretch is about 16.5 miles on Highway 1. 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 Metairie, 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 44.5 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one; at 55.8 miles: Highway fork - watch signs carefully; at 56.6 miles (I 10): Merge point - match speed before joining. Lane positioning matters here.
Yes. A round trip is manageable in a single day if you plan a break at Metairie, LA before heading back.
