How far is Cut Off, LA from Metairie Terrace, LA?
The driving distance from Cut Off, LA to Metairie Terrace, LA is about 59.7 miles (96 km), with a travel time of about 01h 10m by car.
- The straight-line flight distance is about 31.9 miles (51.3 km).
- For a round trip, plan for roughly 02h 20m 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 10m.
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Halfway Point
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Driving Route Map
The map below follows the saved road route between Cut Off and Metairie Terrace.
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Cut Off and Metairie Terrace.
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Start on West 46th Street
59 m · 17 sec · West 46th Street
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Turn left onto West Main Street
3056 ft · 1 min · West Main Street
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Turn right onto Le Pont d'Or Bridge
106 m · 1 min · Le Pont d'Or Bridge
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Turn left onto East Main Street
2.3 mi · 4 min · East Main Street
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Turn right
17.1 mi · 24 min
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Continue straight
49 m · 3 sec
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Take the ramp slight right toward US 90 East: New Orleans
1524 ft · 37 sec
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Merge slight left
17.6 mi · 23 min
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Take the exit slight left toward I 310 North, LA 3127 North: Donaldsonville, New Orleans
847 ft · 23 sec
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Continue straight
11.1 mi · 12 min
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Keep slight right to continue on I 10 East: New Orleans
1.2 km · 1 min
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Merge slight left
5.7 mi · 7 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 Cut Off 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.
US 90 East
Merge slight left
17.6 mi · 00h 23m
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 leaving Cut Off and Mostly Sunny near Metairie Terrace.
Trip Questions
Direct answers travelers usually want before committing to the drive.
How long does it take to drive from Cut Off to Metairie Terrace?
The road trip is about 59.7 miles (96 km) and usually takes 01h 10m 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?
Des Allemands is a useful midpoint, sitting about 29.3 miles from Cut Off and 30.4 miles from Metairie Terrace.
How much longer is the road route than the straight-line distance?
The direct path is about 31.9 miles (51.3 km), while the road route adds roughly 27.8 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 4:10 PM CDT.
How much will gas cost for this route?
Using about 28.3 MPG, regular gas is estimated at $7.99 one way or $15.98 round trip. Estimated CO2 is about 18.8 kg one way.
What should you check before leaving?
Before you leave, expect Mostly Sunny around Cut Off and Mostly Sunny near Metairie Terrace.
Stop Ideas Near Des Allemands
Useful break, food, and waypoint ideas within about 15 miles of the route midpoint.
Transit and Meeting Points
Useful pickup, handoff, or rendezvous points close to Des Allemands.
Schriever
New Orleans Union Passenger Terminal
Hammond
Slidell
Flight Path Map
This map shows the direct air route between Cut Off and Metairie Terrace. Straight-line distance: 31.87 mi (51.29 km).
#1 Cut Off
Census-designated place (CDP) on the Bayou Lafourche in Lafourche Parish, Louisiana, United States
| Population | 5,976 |
| Coordinates | 29.5427200, -90.3381400 |
| Altitude | 2 |
| 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: 96 km by road
| Speed | Time |
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| 30 mph (48.3 km/h) | 01h 59m |
| 40 mph (64.37 km/h) | 01h 29m |
| 50 mph (80.47 km/h) | 01h 11m |
| 60 mph (96.56 km/h) | 00h 59m |
| 70 mph (112.65 km/h) | 00h 51m |
| 80 mph (129 km/h) | 00h 44m |
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 | $7.99 | $15.98 |
| Mid-grade | $4.26 | $8.99 | $17.97 |
| Premium | $4.63 | $9.76 | $19.52 |
| Diesel | $5.42 | $11.43 | $22.85 |
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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