How far is Metairie Terrace, LA from Covington, LA?
The driving distance from Metairie Terrace, LA to Covington, LA is about 36.2 miles (58.3 km), with a travel time of about 00h 47m by car.
- The straight-line flight distance is about 34.5 miles (55.6 km).
- For a round trip, plan for roughly 01h 35m 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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Driving Route Map
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Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Metairie Terrace and Covington.
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Start on Mayflower Drive
668 ft · 30 sec · Mayflower Drive
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Turn right onto Division Street
545 ft · 26 sec · Division Street
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At the end of the road, turn right onto West Metairie Avenue South
2600 ft · 1 min · West Metairie Avenue South
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Turn left onto North Causeway Boulevard
1.9 mi · 4 min · North Causeway Boulevard
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Keep slight right to continue on North Causeway Boulevard
31.6 mi · 38 min · North Causeway Boulevard
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Continue straight
1.3 km · 1 min
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Continue straight
1410 ft · 32 sec
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Continue on East Boston Street
1.3 km · 2 min · East Boston Street
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Continue on East 21st Avenue
124 m · 8 sec · East 21st Avenue
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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 Covington.
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
Keep slight right to continue on North Causeway Boulevard
31.6 mi · 00h 38m
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 Covington?
The road trip is about 36.2 miles (58.3 km) and usually takes 00h 47m 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?
Mandeville is a useful midpoint, sitting about 18.1 miles from Metairie Terrace and 18 miles from Covington.
How much longer is the road route than the straight-line distance?
The direct path is about 34.5 miles (55.6 km), while the road route adds roughly 1.7 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 4:54 PM CDT.
How much will gas cost for this route?
Using about 28.3 MPG, regular gas is estimated at $4.85 one way or $9.69 round trip. Estimated CO2 is about 11.4 kg one way.
What should you check before leaving?
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Stop Ideas Near Mandeville
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Transit and Meeting Points
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Flight Path Map
This map shows the direct air route between Metairie Terrace and Covington. Straight-line distance: 34.54 mi (55.59 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 Covington
City in St.
| Population | 10,560 |
| Coordinates | 30.4754900, -90.1004200 |
| Altitude | 8 |
| Country | United States |
End: Covington (-90.10042, 30.47549)
Estimated Travel Time
Distance: 58 km by road
| Speed | Time |
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| 30 mph (48.3 km/h) | 01h 12m |
| 40 mph (64.37 km/h) | 00h 54m |
| 50 mph (80.47 km/h) | 00h 43m |
| 60 mph (96.56 km/h) | 00h 36m |
| 70 mph (112.65 km/h) | 00h 31m |
| 80 mph (129 km/h) | 00h 27m |
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 | $4.85 | $9.69 |
| Mid-grade | $4.26 | $5.45 | $10.90 |
| Premium | $4.63 | $5.92 | $11.84 |
| Diesel | $5.42 | $6.93 | $13.86 |
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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