How far is Eden Isle, LA from Metairie, LA?
The driving distance from Eden Isle, LA to Metairie, LA is about 32.4 miles (52.2 km), with a travel time of about 00h 36m by car.
- The straight-line flight distance is about 27.1 miles (43.6 km).
- For a round trip, plan for roughly 01h 13m of driving time before adding stops, traffic, or weather delays.
- A comfortable departure window is usually 7:00 AM to 7:00 PM CDT.
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Driving Route Map
The map below follows the saved road route between Eden Isle and Metairie.
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Eden Isle and Metairie.
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Start on Charles Court
1518 ft · 1 min · Charles Court
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Turn left onto Windward Passage Street
1236 ft · 56 sec · Windward Passage Street
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Turn right onto Eden Isles Boulevard
1773 ft · 50 sec · Eden Isles Boulevard
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Turn right onto Marina Drive
953 ft · 32 sec · Marina Drive
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Turn left onto Landmark Drive
91 m · 10 sec · Landmark Drive
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Turn right onto Oak Harbor Boulevard
534 ft · 15 sec · Oak Harbor Boulevard
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Take the ramp slight right
574 ft · 14 sec
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Continue straight
1724 ft · 42 sec
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Merge slight left
22.9 mi · 26 min
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Take the exit slight right toward I 610 West: New Orleans International Airport, Baton Rouge
4.5 mi · 6 min
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Merge slight right
1.4 km · 1 min
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Take the exit slight right toward Bonnabel Boulevard
1436 ft · 27 sec
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Turn straight onto North I-10 Service Road East
741 ft · 20 sec · North I-10 Service Road East
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Turn left onto Bonnabel Boulevard
1.3 km · 2 min · Bonnabel Boulevard
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At the end of the road, turn right onto Metairie Road
1719 ft · 49 sec · Metairie Road
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Turn right onto Fagot Avenue
1373 ft · 59 sec · Fagot Avenue
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Arrive at your destination
0 m · 1 sec · Fagot Avenue
Car Route Details
A richer read on the saved driving route between Eden Isle and Metairie.
Turn-heavy local drive
The route has frequent decision points for its length, so lane choice and turn timing will matter more than cruising speed.
Oak Harbor Boulevard
Merge slight left
22.9 mi · 00h 26m
Route Summary
A quick read on whether this route feels easy, ambitious, or worth planning around.
A short regional drive
This route is short enough to handle as a quick errand, commute, or easy same-day return without much planning overhead.
Partly Sunny leaving Eden Isle and Mostly Sunny near Metairie.
Trip Questions
Direct answers travelers usually want before committing to the drive.
How long does it take to drive from Eden Isle to Metairie?
The road trip is about 32.4 miles (52.2 km) and usually takes 00h 36m in normal driving conditions.
Is this a same-day trip or an overnight route?
This route is short enough to handle as a quick errand, commute, or easy same-day return without much planning overhead.
What is the halfway point on this route?
Chalmette is a useful midpoint, sitting about 15.8 miles from Eden Isle and 16.7 miles from Metairie.
How much longer is the road route than the straight-line distance?
The direct path is about 27.1 miles (43.6 km), while the road route adds roughly 5.3 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 7:00 AM to 7:00 PM CDT. If you want a more comfortable same-day return, try to leave by 7:16 PM CDT.
How much will gas cost for this route?
Using about 28.3 MPG, regular gas is estimated at $4.32 one way or $8.63 round trip. Estimated CO2 is about 10.1 kg one way.
What should you check before leaving?
Before you leave, expect Partly Sunny around Eden Isle and Mostly Sunny near Metairie.
Flight Path Map
This map shows the direct air route between Eden Isle and Metairie. Straight-line distance: 27.08 mi (43.58 km).
#1 Eden Isle
Census-designated place in St.
| Population | 7,041 |
| Coordinates | 30.2285300, -89.7986700 |
| Altitude | 2 |
| Country | United States |
#2 Metairie
The most populous suburb of New Orleans, Louisiana.
| Population | 138,481 |
| Coordinates | 29.9840900, -90.1528500 |
| Altitude | 1 |
| Country | United States |
End: Avenue (-90.152849, 29.984102)
Estimated Travel Time
Distance: 52 km by road
| Speed | Time |
|---|---|
| 30 mph (48.3 km/h) | 01h 04m |
| 40 mph (64.37 km/h) | 00h 48m |
| 50 mph (80.47 km/h) | 00h 38m |
| 60 mph (96.56 km/h) | 00h 32m |
| 70 mph (112.65 km/h) | 00h 27m |
| 80 mph (129 km/h) | 00h 24m |
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 | $4.32 | $8.63 |
| Mid-grade | $4.26 | $4.86 | $9.71 |
| Premium | $4.63 | $5.27 | $10.55 |
| Diesel | $5.42 | $6.17 | $12.35 |
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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