How far is Metairie Terrace, LA from Bayou Vista, LA?
The driving distance from Metairie Terrace, LA to Bayou Vista, LA is about 84.2 miles (135.5 km), with a travel time of about 01h 42m by car.
- The straight-line flight distance is about 69.3 miles (111.5 km).
- For a round trip, plan for roughly 03h 25m 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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Driving Route Map
The map below follows the saved road route between Metairie Terrace and Bayou Vista.
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Metairie Terrace and Bayou Vista.
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Start on Mayflower Drive
568 ft · 24 sec · Mayflower Drive
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Continue on Civic Street
121 m · 19 sec · Civic Street
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Turn right onto Waltham Street
539 ft · 23 sec · Waltham Street
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Turn left onto West Metairie Avenue North
1.5 km · 2 min · West Metairie Avenue North
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Turn right onto Clearview Parkway
1.2 mi · 3 min · Clearview Parkway
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Take the exit slight right toward I 10 West: Baton Rouge
1975 ft · 51 sec
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Keep slight left
1700 ft · 41 sec
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Merge slight left
5.6 mi · 7 min
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Take the exit slight right toward I 310 South: Boutte, Houma
1 mi · 2 min
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Continue straight
10.9 mi · 12 min
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Keep slight right to continue on US 90 West: Houma
2534 ft · 56 sec
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Merge slight left
5.3 mi · 8 min
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Continue straight
1695 ft · 26 sec
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Continue straight
2419 ft · 37 sec
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Continue straight
56.2 mi · 1 hr 2 min
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Turn right onto Universe Road
1325 ft · 1 min · Universe Road
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At the end of the road, turn right onto State Route 182
2824 ft · 56 sec · State Route 182
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Arrive at your destination
0 m · 1 sec
Car Route Details
A richer read on the saved driving route between Metairie Terrace and Bayou Vista.
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 West
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56.2 mi · 01h 02m
Route Summary
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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 Metairie Terrace to Bayou Vista?
The road trip is about 84.2 miles (135.5 km) and usually takes 01h 42m 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?
Raceland is a useful midpoint, sitting about 42.1 miles from Metairie Terrace and 42.1 miles from Bayou Vista.
How much longer is the road route than the straight-line distance?
The direct path is about 69.3 miles (111.5 km), while the road route adds roughly 14.9 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 3:04 PM CDT.
How much will gas cost for this route?
Using about 28.3 MPG, regular gas is estimated at $11.25 one way or $22.49 round trip. Estimated CO2 is about 26.4 kg one way.
What should you check before leaving?
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Stop Ideas Near Raceland
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Flight Path Map
This map shows the direct air route between Metairie Terrace and Bayou Vista. Straight-line distance: 69.28 mi (111.5 km).
#1 Metairie Terrace
A census-designated place in Jefferson Parish, Louisiana.
| Population | 142,489 |
| Coordinates | 29.9785400, -90.1639600 |
| Altitude | 1 |
| Country | United States |
#2 Bayou Vista
City in Saint Mary Parish, Louisiana, United States
| Population | 4,652 |
| Coordinates | 29.6896500, -91.2709400 |
| Altitude | 2 |
| Country | United States |
End: Bayou Vista (-91.27094, 29.68965)
Estimated Travel Time
Distance: 135 km by road
| Speed | Time |
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| 30 mph (48.3 km/h) | 02h 48m |
| 40 mph (64.37 km/h) | 02h 06m |
| 50 mph (80.47 km/h) | 01h 40m |
| 60 mph (96.56 km/h) | 01h 24m |
| 70 mph (112.65 km/h) | 01h 12m |
| 80 mph (129 km/h) | 01h 02m |
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 | $11.25 | $22.49 |
| Mid-grade | $4.26 | $12.65 | $25.30 |
| Premium | $4.63 | $13.74 | $27.47 |
| Diesel | $5.42 | $16.08 | $32.17 |
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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