How far is Estherwood, LA from Metairie Terrace, LA?
The driving distance from Estherwood, LA to Metairie Terrace, LA is about 158.2 miles (254.6 km), with a travel time of about 02h 37m by car.
- The straight-line flight distance is about 138.3 miles (222.5 km).
- For a round trip, plan for roughly 05h 14m 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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City in Louisiana, United States of America
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Driving Route Map
The map below follows the saved road route between Estherwood and Metairie Terrace.
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Estherwood and Metairie Terrace.
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Start on Front Avenue
6.1 mi · 9 min · Front Avenue
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Continue on East 2nd Street
2724 ft · 55 sec · East 2nd Street
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Turn left onto North Eastern Avenue
1462 ft · 29 sec · North Eastern Avenue
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Turn right onto East Hutchinson Avenue
1576 ft · 27 sec · East Hutchinson Avenue
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Continue on Crowley Rayne Highway
2866 ft · 49 sec · Crowley Rayne Highway
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Turn left onto Tower Road
1447 ft · 36 sec · Tower Road
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Take the ramp slight right
1955 ft · 48 sec
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Merge slight left
144.2 mi · 2 hr 43 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 Estherwood and Metairie Terrace.
Straightforward drive
The saved road route has a manageable number of maneuvers and should be easy to follow with normal attention to signs.
Tower Road
Merge slight left
144 mi · 02h 43m
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.
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Trip Questions
Direct answers travelers usually want before committing to the drive.
How long does it take to drive from Estherwood to Metairie Terrace?
The road trip is about 158.2 miles (254.6 km) and usually takes 02h 37m 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?
Port Allen is a useful midpoint, sitting about 77.5 miles from Estherwood and 80.7 miles from Metairie Terrace.
How much longer is the road route than the straight-line distance?
The direct path is about 138.3 miles (222.5 km), while the road route adds roughly 19.9 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 1:16 PM CDT.
How much will gas cost for this route?
Using about 28.3 MPG, regular gas is estimated at $21.13 one way or $42.26 round trip. Estimated CO2 is about 49.6 kg one way.
What should you check before leaving?
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Stop Ideas Near Port Allen
Useful break, food, and waypoint ideas within about 15 miles of the route midpoint.
City Hall Plaza
Baker Utility Office
Baker Municipal Center Auditorium
Transit and Meeting Points
Useful pickup, handoff, or rendezvous points close to Port Allen.
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Lafayette
Flight Path Map
This map shows the direct air route between Estherwood and Metairie Terrace. Straight-line distance: 138.24 mi (222.47 km).
#1 Estherwood
Village in Acadia Parish, Louisiana, United States of America
| Population | 1,081 |
| Coordinates | 30.1807600, -92.4643000 |
| Altitude | 5 |
| 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: 255 km by road
| Speed | Time |
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| 30 mph (48.3 km/h) | 05h 16m |
| 40 mph (64.37 km/h) | 03h 57m |
| 50 mph (80.47 km/h) | 03h 09m |
| 60 mph (96.56 km/h) | 02h 38m |
| 70 mph (112.65 km/h) | 02h 15m |
| 80 mph (129 km/h) | 01h 58m |
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 | $21.13 | $42.26 |
| Mid-grade | $4.26 | $23.77 | $47.53 |
| Premium | $4.63 | $25.81 | $51.62 |
| Diesel | $5.42 | $30.22 | $60.43 |
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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