How far is Baton Rouge, LA from Metairie, LA?
Distance by Flight
Shortest distance between Baton Rouge and Metairie is 69.45 miles (111.76 km).
Flight distance from Baton Rouge, LA to Metairie, LA is 69.45 miles. Estimated flight time is 00 hours 09 minutes.
It takes 00 hours 08 minutes to travel from Baton Rouge to Metairie with an airplane (average speed of 550 miles).
Driving distance
The driving distance from Baton Rouge, Louisiana to Metairie, Louisiana is: 75.05 miles (120.79 km) by car.
Driving from Baton Rouge to Metairie will take approximately 01 hours 15 minutes.
#1 Baton Rouge
The capital of Louisiana. It is located on the Mississippi River in southern Louisiana. Baton Rouge is known for its many historical sites, its many parks and green spaces, and its many attractions, such as the Louisiana State Capitol and the USS Kidd Veterans Memorial & Museum.
| Population | 219052 |
|---|---|
| GPS Coordinates | 30°26'36"N 91°11'15"W |
| Latitude | 30.4433200 |
| Longitude | -91.1874700 |
| Altitude | 14 |
| Country | United States |
#2 Metairie
The most populous suburb of New Orleans, Louisiana. It is located on the east bank of the Mississippi River in southeastern Louisiana. Metairie is known for its many parks and green spaces, its many historical sites, and its many attractions, such as the Metairie Cemetery and the Metairie Historical Society.
| Population | 138481 |
|---|---|
| GPS Coordinates | 29°59'3"N 90°9'10"W |
| Latitude | 29.9840900 |
| Longitude | -90.1528500 |
| Altitude | 1 |
| Country | United States |
Ending point in Metairie: Avenue (-90.152849,29.984102)
Estimated Travel Time Between Baton Rouge and Metairie
The distance between Baton Rouge and Metairie is 121 km if you choose to drive by road. You can go 01 hours 20 minutes if you drive your car at an average speed of 90 kilometers / hour. For different choices, please review the avg. speed travel time table on the below.
There is no time difference between Baton Rouge and Metairie. The current time is 06:14:21.
| Average Speed | Travel Time |
|---|---|
| 30 mph (48.3 km/h) | 02 hours 30 minutes |
| 40 mph (64.37 km/h) | 01 hours 52 minutes |
| 50 mph (80.47 km/h) | 01 hours 30 minutes |
| 60 mph (96.56 km/h) | 01 hours 15 minutes |
| 70 mph (112.65 km/h) | 01 hours 04 minutes |
| 75 mph (120.7 km/h) | 01 hours 00 minutes |
| 80 mph (128.75 km/h) | 00 hours 56 minutes |
Gas Consumption
A car with a fuel efficiency of 8.3 l/100 km will need 10.03 liters (2.65 gallon) of gas to cover the route between Baton Rouge and Metairie.
The estimated cost of gas to go from Baton Rouge to Metairie is $8.14 (diesel $10.76).
Louisiana gas prices.
| Gasoline | Mid Grade | Premium | Diesel | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Gallon | $3.07 | $3.48 | $3.84 | $4.06 |
| Total | $8.14 | $9.22 | $10.18 | $10.76 |
Take a look at our Gas Cost Calculator feature. It will figure out how much it will cost to drive this particular distance.
The average gas price (in Louisiana ) per gallon of daily gas for calculations is $3.073 (Diesel $4.064) /gallon. Last changed prices on April 23, 2025.
How did we calculate the distance?
The place names are translated into coordinates to approximate the distance between Baton Rouge and Metairie (latitude and longitude). Cities, states, and countries each have their own regional center. The Haversine formula is used to measure the radius.
Distance to Other Cities
Driving distance from Laplace, LA to Baton Rouge 54.85 miles (88 km)
Driving distance from Metairie Terrace, LA to Baton Rouge 75.77 miles (122 km)
