How far is Lacombe, LA from Metairie Terrace, LA?
The driving distance from Lacombe, LA to Metairie Terrace, LA is about 38 miles (61.2 km), with a travel time of about 00h 45m by car.
- The straight-line flight distance is about 26.7 miles (42.9 km).
- For a round trip, plan for roughly 01h 30m of driving time before adding stops, traffic, or weather delays.
- A comfortable departure window is usually 7:00 AM to 7:00 PM CST.
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Drive time stays fixed at 00h 45m.
This is a short drive, so your comfort window is wide. Traffic and current weather matter more than the clock.
This departure sits inside the recommended comfort window for the route.
Halfway Point
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Town in Louisiana, USA
Route Weather Snapshot
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Mostly Clear
Mostly Clear
Driving Route Map
The map below follows the saved road route between Lacombe and Metairie Terrace.
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Lacombe and Metairie Terrace.
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Start on the route
8.9 mi · 13 min
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Turn left onto East Causeway Approach
1.2 mi · 2 min · East Causeway Approach
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Continue straight
1260 ft · 27 sec
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Take the ramp straight
742 ft · 20 sec
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Merge slight left onto North Causeway Boulevard
51 m · 2 sec · North Causeway 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
26.6 mi · 34 min · North Causeway Boulevard
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Turn right onto West Metairie Avenue North
1325 ft · 43 sec · West Metairie Avenue North
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Turn left onto Severn Avenue
1450 ft · 43 sec · Severn Avenue
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Turn right onto Cypress Street
1134 ft · 50 sec · Cypress Street
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Turn right onto Mayflower Drive
22 m · 3 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 Lacombe and Metairie Terrace.
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.
North Causeway Boulevard
At the end of the road, turn right onto North Causeway Boulevard
26.6 mi · 00h 34m
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.
Mostly Clear leaving Lacombe and Mostly Clear near Metairie Terrace.
Trip Questions
Direct answers travelers usually want before committing to the drive.
How long does it take to drive from Lacombe to Metairie Terrace?
The road trip is about 38 miles (61.2 km) and usually takes 00h 45m 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?
Mandeville is a useful midpoint, sitting about 19 miles from Lacombe and 19 miles from Metairie Terrace.
How much longer is the road route than the straight-line distance?
The direct path is about 26.7 miles (42.9 km), while the road route adds roughly 11.3 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 CST. If you want a more comfortable same-day return, try to leave by 7:00 PM CST.
How much will gas cost for this route?
Using about 28.3 MPG, regular gas is estimated at $4.94 one way or $9.88 round trip. Estimated CO2 is about 11.9 kg one way.
What should you check before leaving?
Before you leave, expect Mostly Clear around Lacombe and Mostly Clear near Metairie Terrace.
Stop Ideas Near Mandeville
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 Mandeville.
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Flight Path Map
This map shows the direct air route between Lacombe and Metairie Terrace. Straight-line distance: 26.64 mi (42.88 km).
#1 Lacombe
Lacombe is a place in Louisiana, United States.
| Population | 0 |
| Coordinates | 30.3135300, -89.9431300 |
| Altitude | 4 |
| 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: 61 km by road
| Speed | Time |
|---|---|
| 30 mph (48.3 km/h) | 01h 16m |
| 40 mph (64.37 km/h) | 00h 57m |
| 50 mph (80.47 km/h) | 00h 45m |
| 60 mph (96.56 km/h) | 00h 38m |
| 70 mph (112.65 km/h) | 00h 32m |
| 80 mph (129 km/h) | 00h 28m |
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 | $3.69 | $4.94 | $9.88 |
| Mid-grade | $4.16 | $5.58 | $11.16 |
| Premium | $4.56 | $6.11 | $12.23 |
| Diesel | $5.75 | $7.70 | $15.40 |
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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