How far is Franklinton, LA from Metairie, LA?
The driving distance from Franklinton, LA to Metairie, LA is about 63.9 miles (102.8 km), with a travel time of about 01h 18m by car.
- The straight-line flight distance is about 59.7 miles (96 km).
- For a round trip, plan for roughly 02h 37m 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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Leave and Arrive Planner
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Drive time stays fixed at 01h 18m.
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Halfway Point
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Route Weather Snapshot
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Driving Route Map
The map below follows the saved road route between Franklinton and Metairie.
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Franklinton and Metairie.
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Start on Greenlaw Street
26 m · 11 sec · Greenlaw Street
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Turn left onto 10th Avenue
664 ft · 31 sec · 10th Avenue
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Turn right onto Washington Street
11.2 mi · 17 min · Washington Street
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Continue on Highway 25
15.7 mi · 23 min · Highway 25
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Continue on Collins Boulevard
9.8 mi · 14 min · Collins Boulevard
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Turn slight right
551 ft · 41 sec
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At the end of the road, turn left
86 m · 23 sec
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At the end of the road, turn right onto North Causeway Boulevard
26.4 mi · 33 min · North Causeway Boulevard
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Turn left onto 46th Street
27 m · 6 sec · 46th Street
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Turn right onto North Causeway Boulevard
87 m · 17 sec · North Causeway Boulevard
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Turn left onto 47th Street
945 ft · 43 sec · 47th Street
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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 Franklinton and Metairie.
Straightforward drive
The saved road route has a manageable number of maneuvers and should be easy to follow with normal attention to signs.
North Causeway Boulevard
At the end of the road, turn right onto North Causeway Boulevard
26.4 mi · 00h 34m
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 Cloudy leaving Franklinton and Mostly Clear then Patchy Fog near Metairie.
Trip Questions
Direct answers travelers usually want before committing to the drive.
How long does it take to drive from Franklinton to Metairie?
The road trip is about 63.9 miles (102.8 km) and usually takes 01h 18m 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?
Covington is a useful midpoint, sitting about 31.9 miles from Franklinton and 31.9 miles from Metairie.
How much longer is the road route than the straight-line distance?
The direct path is about 59.7 miles (96 km), while the road route adds roughly 4.2 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 3:52 PM CDT.
How much will gas cost for this route?
Using about 28.3 MPG, regular gas is estimated at $8.56 one way or $17.12 round trip. Estimated CO2 is about 20.1 kg one way.
What should you check before leaving?
Before you leave, expect Mostly Cloudy around Franklinton and Mostly Clear then Patchy Fog near Metairie.
Stop Ideas Near Covington
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 Covington.
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Flight Path Map
This map shows the direct air route between Franklinton and Metairie. Straight-line distance: 59.65 mi (95.99 km).
#1 Franklinton
City in Washington Parish, Louisiana, United States of America
| Population | 3,647 |
| Coordinates | 30.8473100, -90.1552700 |
| Altitude | 47 |
| 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: 103 km by road
| Speed | Time |
|---|---|
| 30 mph (48.3 km/h) | 02h 07m |
| 40 mph (64.37 km/h) | 01h 35m |
| 50 mph (80.47 km/h) | 01h 16m |
| 60 mph (96.56 km/h) | 01h 03m |
| 70 mph (112.65 km/h) | 00h 54m |
| 80 mph (129 km/h) | 00h 47m |
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 | $8.56 | $17.12 |
| Mid-grade | $4.26 | $9.63 | $19.25 |
| Premium | $4.63 | $10.45 | $20.90 |
| Diesel | $5.42 | $12.24 | $24.48 |
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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