How far is Port Allen, LA from Metairie Terrace, LA?

The driving distance from Port Allen, LA to Metairie Terrace, LA is about 77.8 miles (125.2 km), with a travel time of about 01h 20m by car.

  • The straight-line flight distance is about 70.5 miles (113.5 km).
  • For a round trip, plan for roughly 02h 41m 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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Road
77.78 mi
01h 20m
Flight
70.51 mi
113.48 km direct

This route works well as a day trip with time at the destination.

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Flight Distance

Direct air line
70.51 mi
Kilometers
113.48 km
Flight Time
00h 08m

Driving Distance

Road route
77.78 mi
Kilometers
125.17 km
Drive Time
01h 20m

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Drive time stays fixed at 01h 20m.

Arrival Snapshot
Arrive in Metairie Terrace
Fri, Apr 10, 6:49 PM CDT
Return by in Port Allen
Fri, Apr 10, 8:10 PM CDT
Useful when you're deciding between a quick errand, a day trip, or a longer stop.
Leave Port Allen
2026-04-10T17:28
Arrive Metairie Terrace
Fri, Apr 10, 6:49 PM CDT
Route Timing
01h 20m
One way by road
Best Departure Window
8:00 AM to 10:00 AM CDT
Aim for a morning departure
Arrive between
9:21 AM to 11:21 AM CDT

A morning start gives you useful time at the destination and keeps the return out of the late evening.

Leave by
3:48 PM CDT
Keeps a same-day return open with about 03h 00m at the destination.
Back in Port Allen
9:30 PM CDT
Morning start is best

You are leaving earlier than the recommended window, which gives you extra margin for breaks and traffic.

Halfway Point

A useful midpoint for breaks, coffee, or meeting in the middle.

Mid-route stop
French Settlement
LA

City in Louisiana, United States of America

From Port Allen
35.2 mi
00h 40m
To Metairie Terrace
42.5 mi
00h 40m

Route Weather Snapshot

Check the forecast at both ends before you head out.

Origin
82°F
Friday

Mostly Sunny then Slight Chance Showers And Thunderstorms

Starts
Fri, Apr 10 6:00 AM CDT
Wind
5 to 10 mph E
Destination
78°F
Friday

Mostly Sunny

Starts
Fri, Apr 10 6:00 AM CDT
Wind
5 to 15 mph E

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Route Summary

A quick read on whether this route feels easy, ambitious, or worth planning around.

Trip Read

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.

Drive Time
01h 20m
Day trip friendly
Same-Day Return
02h 42m
Round-trip wheel time
Road vs Air
+7.3 mi
70.5 mi direct line
Halfway Stop
French Settlement
00h 40m from Port Allen
Leave By
3:48 PM CDT
Morning start is best
Weather Watch

Mostly Sunny then Slight Chance Showers And Thunderstorms leaving Port Allen and Mostly Sunny near Metairie Terrace.

Trip Questions

Direct answers travelers usually want before committing to the drive.

How long does it take to drive from Port Allen to Metairie Terrace?

The road trip is about 77.8 miles (125.2 km) and usually takes 01h 20m 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?

French Settlement is a useful midpoint, sitting about 35.2 miles from Port Allen and 42.5 miles from Metairie Terrace.

How much longer is the road route than the straight-line distance?

The direct path is about 70.5 miles (113.5 km), while the road route adds roughly 7.3 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 8:00 AM to 10:00 AM CDT. If you want a more comfortable same-day return, try to leave by 3:48 PM CDT.

How much will gas cost for this route?

Using about 28.3 MPG, regular gas is estimated at $10.38 one way or $20.75 round trip. Estimated CO2 is about 24.4 kg one way.

What should you check before leaving?

Before you leave, expect Mostly Sunny then Slight Chance Showers And Thunderstorms around Port Allen and Mostly Sunny near Metairie Terrace.

Stop Ideas Near French Settlement

Useful break, food, and waypoint ideas within about 15 miles of the route midpoint.

Mid-route Guidance
These suggestions come from reviewed places and nearby services around French Settlement and the surrounding midpoint area.
Port Vincent Clerks Office
Practical stop 12.5 mi away

Port Vincent Clerks Office

Denham Springs , LA
18235 LA-16, Denham Springs, LA 70726
Garbage collection service
French Settlement Town Hall
Meeting point 8.8 mi away

French Settlement Town Hall

French Settlement , LA
16015 LA-16, French Settlement, LA 70733
Rating 4.5/5 2 reviews City Hall,City government office

Transit and Meeting Points

Useful pickup, handoff, or rendezvous points close to French Settlement.

RAIL

Hammond

40 mi away
404 N.E. Railroad Ave.
BUS

Baton Rouge, Louisiana

40 mi away
1253 Florida St.
RAIL

Schriever

61 mi away
Hwy 20 and Hwy 24
UNK

New Orleans Union Passenger Terminal

79 mi away
1001 Loyola Avenue

Flight Path Map

This map shows the direct air route between Port Allen and Metairie Terrace. Straight-line distance: 70.51 mi (113.48 km).

Port Allen

#1 Port Allen

City in Louisiana, United States of America

Population4,720
Coordinates30.4521400, -91.2101100
Altitude8
CountryUnited States
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#2 Metairie Terrace

A census-designated place in Jefferson Parish, Louisiana.

Population142,489
Coordinates29.9785400, -90.1639600
Altitude1
CountryUnited States
Start: South Alexander Avenue (-91.210084, 30.452141)
End: Mayflower Drive (-90.164047, 29.97854)

Estimated Travel Time

Distance: 125 km by road

SpeedTime
30 mph (48.3 km/h)02h 35m
40 mph (64.37 km/h)01h 56m
50 mph (80.47 km/h)01h 33m
60 mph (96.56 km/h)01h 17m
70 mph (112.65 km/h)01h 06m
80 mph (129 km/h)00h 58m

Fuel, Round Trip and CO2

Estimated fuel cost and emissions for this route.

One-way fuel
2.74 gal
10.39 L · about $10.38
Round trip
$20.75
5.48 gal · 20.78 L
Estimated CO2
24.4 kg one way
Round trip: 48.7 kg / 107 lb CO2, using regular gasoline.
Fuel$/galOne wayRound trip
Regular gas $3.79 $10.38 $20.75
Mid-grade $4.26 $11.67 $23.34
Premium $4.63 $12.67 $25.35
Diesel $5.42 $14.84 $29.67

Assumes 8.3 L/100 km (about 28.3 MPG). CO2 is an estimate and varies by vehicle, fuel blend, traffic, and terrain.

Prices in Louisiana · Apr 10, 2026

There is no time difference between Port Allen and Metairie Terrace. The current time is 17:28:44.

Distance to Other Cities

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How did we calculate? Place names are translated into coordinates. The Haversine formula calculates straight-line distance; driving distance uses road network data.