How far is Clinton, LA from Metairie Terrace, LA?
The driving distance from Clinton, LA to Metairie Terrace, LA is about 104.1 miles (167.6 km), with a travel time of about 01h 44m by car.
- The straight-line flight distance is about 79.6 miles (128.1 km).
- For a round trip, plan for roughly 03h 28m of driving time before adding stops, traffic, or weather delays.
- A comfortable departure window is usually 8:00 AM to 10:00 AM CDT.
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This route works well as a day trip with time at the destination.
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Drive time stays fixed at 01h 44m.
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Halfway Point
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City in Louisiana, United States of America
Route Weather Snapshot
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Mostly Sunny then Slight Chance Showers And Thunderstorms
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Driving Route Map
The map below follows the saved road route between Clinton and Metairie Terrace.
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Clinton and Metairie Terrace.
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Start on Saint Helena Street
20.8 mi · 31 min · Saint Helena Street
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Continue on North Main Street
1.6 km · 1 min · North Main Street
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Continue on State Route 10
1084 ft · 18 sec · State Route 10
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Continue on Highway 10
2.8 mi · 4 min · Highway 10
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Continue on Zachary Taylor Parkway
5 mi · 7 min · Zachary Taylor Parkway
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Take the ramp straight
1918 ft · 47 sec
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Merge slight left onto Congressman Jimmy Morrison Highway
53.8 mi · 58 min · Congressman Jimmy Morrison Highway
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Merge slight left
16.1 mi · 20 min
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Take the exit slight right toward Clearview Parkway, Huey Long Bridge
862 ft · 18 sec
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Keep slight right to continue on Clearview Parkway South, Huey Long Bridge
1782 ft · 43 sec
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Merge slight left onto Clearview Parkway
1.6 km · 2 min · Clearview Parkway
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Turn right onto West Metairie Avenue
77 m · 6 sec · West Metairie Avenue
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Continue on West Metairie Avenue
1 mi · 2 min · West Metairie Avenue
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Turn right onto Division Street
545 ft · 29 sec · Division Street
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At the end of the road, turn left onto Mayflower Drive
668 ft · 29 sec · Mayflower Drive
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Arrive at your destination
0 m · 1 sec · Mayflower Drive
Car Route Details
A richer read on the saved driving route between Clinton and Metairie Terrace.
Highway-focused drive
Most of the mileage stays on named highways, so the important moments are ramps, exits, merges, and the final local approach.
Congressman Jimmy Morrison Highway
Merge slight left onto Congressman Jimmy Morrison Highway
53.8 mi · 00h 58m
Route Summary
A quick read on whether this route feels easy, ambitious, or worth planning around.
A comfortable day-trip route
This route works well as a day trip. You can leave in the morning, spend meaningful time at the destination, and still return the same day.
Mostly Sunny then Slight Chance Showers And Thunderstorms leaving Clinton and Slight Chance Rain Showers then Slight Chance Showers And Thunderstorms near Metairie Terrace.
Trip Questions
Direct answers travelers usually want before committing to the drive.
How long does it take to drive from Clinton to Metairie Terrace?
The road trip is about 104.1 miles (167.6 km) and usually takes 01h 44m in normal driving conditions.
Is this a same-day trip or an overnight route?
This route works well as a day trip. You can leave in the morning, spend meaningful time at the destination, and still return the same day.
What is the halfway point on this route?
Natalbany is a useful midpoint, sitting about 51.4 miles from Clinton and 52.6 miles from Metairie Terrace.
How much longer is the road route than the straight-line distance?
The direct path is about 79.6 miles (128.1 km), while the road route adds roughly 24.5 extra miles because roads do not follow the straight air line.
When is the best time to leave for this route?
A good departure window is usually 8:00 AM to 10:00 AM CDT. If you want a more comfortable same-day return, try to leave by 3:02 PM CDT.
How much will gas cost for this route?
Using about 28.3 MPG, regular gas is estimated at $13.90 one way or $27.80 round trip. Estimated CO2 is about 32.6 kg one way.
What should you check before leaving?
Before you leave, expect Mostly Sunny then Slight Chance Showers And Thunderstorms around Clinton and Slight Chance Rain Showers then Slight Chance Showers And Thunderstorms near Metairie Terrace.
Stop Ideas Near Natalbany
Useful break, food, and waypoint ideas within about 15 miles of the route midpoint.
Transit and Meeting Points
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Flight Path Map
This map shows the direct air route between Clinton and Metairie Terrace. Straight-line distance: 79.58 mi (128.07 km).
#1 Clinton
Town in and the parish seat of East Feliciana Parish, Louisiana, United States
| Population | 1,486 |
| Coordinates | 30.8657400, -91.0156600 |
| Altitude | 66 |
| Country | United States |
#2 Metairie Terrace
A census-designated place in Jefferson Parish, Louisiana.
| Population | 142,489 |
| Coordinates | 29.9785400, -90.1639600 |
| Altitude | 1 |
| Country | United States |
End: Mayflower Drive (-90.164047, 29.97854)
Estimated Travel Time
Distance: 168 km by road
| Speed | Time |
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| 30 mph (48.3 km/h) | 03h 28m |
| 40 mph (64.37 km/h) | 02h 36m |
| 50 mph (80.47 km/h) | 02h 04m |
| 60 mph (96.56 km/h) | 01h 44m |
| 70 mph (112.65 km/h) | 01h 29m |
| 80 mph (129 km/h) | 01h 17m |
Fuel, Round Trip and CO2
Estimated fuel cost and emissions for this route.
| Fuel | $/gal | One way | Round trip |
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| Regular gas | $3.79 | $13.90 | $27.80 |
| Mid-grade | $4.26 | $15.63 | $31.26 |
| Premium | $4.63 | $16.97 | $33.95 |
| Diesel | $5.42 | $19.87 | $39.75 |
Assumes 8.3 L/100 km (about 28.3 MPG). CO2 is an estimate and varies by vehicle, fuel blend, traffic, and terrain.
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