How far is Saint Gabriel, LA from Metairie Terrace, LA?
The driving distance from Saint Gabriel, LA to Metairie Terrace, LA is about 62.8 miles (101 km), with a travel time of about 01h 06m by car.
- The straight-line flight distance is about 59.2 miles (95.2 km).
- For a round trip, plan for roughly 02h 12m 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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Drive time stays fixed at 01h 06m.
A morning start gives you useful time at the destination and keeps the return out of the late evening.
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.
City in Louisiana, United States of America
Route Weather Snapshot
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Driving Route Map
The map below follows the saved road route between Saint Gabriel and Metairie Terrace.
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Saint Gabriel and Metairie Terrace.
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Start on State Route 74
59 m · 4 sec · State Route 74
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Turn right onto East Highway 30
3.3 mi · 4 min · East Highway 30
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Continue on State Route 30
6.4 mi · 9 min · State Route 30
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Enter the roundabout and take exit 2 toward State Route 30
35 m · 2 sec · State Route 30
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Exit the roundabout onto State Route 30
1129 ft · 23 sec · State Route 30
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Take the ramp slight right toward I 10 East: New Orleans
2150 ft · 53 sec
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Merge slight left
48.5 mi · 55 min
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Take the exit slight right toward Clearview Parkway, Huey Long Bridge
862 ft · 18 sec
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Keep slight right to continue on Clearview Parkway South, Huey Long Bridge
1782 ft · 43 sec
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Merge slight left onto Clearview Parkway
1.6 km · 2 min · Clearview Parkway
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Turn right onto West Metairie Avenue
77 m · 6 sec · West Metairie Avenue
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Continue on West Metairie Avenue
1 mi · 2 min · West Metairie Avenue
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Turn right onto Division Street
545 ft · 29 sec · Division Street
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At the end of the road, turn left onto Mayflower Drive
668 ft · 29 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 Saint Gabriel and Metairie Terrace.
Highway-focused drive
Most of the mileage stays on named highways, so the important moments are ramps, exits, merges, and the final local approach.
I 10 East
Merge slight left
48.5 mi · 00h 55m
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 Clear leaving Saint Gabriel 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 Saint Gabriel to Metairie Terrace?
The road trip is about 62.8 miles (101 km) and usually takes 01h 06m 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?
Garyville is a useful midpoint, sitting about 30.8 miles from Saint Gabriel and 31.9 miles from Metairie Terrace.
How much longer is the road route than the straight-line distance?
The direct path is about 59.2 miles (95.2 km), while the road route adds roughly 3.6 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 4:18 PM CDT.
How much will gas cost for this route?
Using about 28.3 MPG, regular gas is estimated at $8.37 one way or $16.74 round trip. Estimated CO2 is about 19.6 kg one way.
What should you check before leaving?
Before you leave, expect Mostly Clear around Saint Gabriel and Mostly Clear near Metairie Terrace.
Stop Ideas Near Garyville
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 Garyville.
Schriever
Hammond
New Orleans Union Passenger Terminal
Baton Rouge, Louisiana
Flight Path Map
This map shows the direct air route between Saint Gabriel and Metairie Terrace. Straight-line distance: 59.14 mi (95.17 km).
#1 Saint Gabriel
Human settlement in Iberville Parish, Louisiana, United States of America
| Population | 7,522 |
| Coordinates | 30.2577000, -91.0992700 |
| Altitude | 7 |
| 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: 101 km by road
| Speed | Time |
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| 30 mph (48.3 km/h) | 02h 05m |
| 40 mph (64.37 km/h) | 01h 34m |
| 50 mph (80.47 km/h) | 01h 15m |
| 60 mph (96.56 km/h) | 01h 02m |
| 70 mph (112.65 km/h) | 00h 53m |
| 80 mph (129 km/h) | 00h 46m |
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 | $8.37 | $16.74 |
| Mid-grade | $4.26 | $9.41 | $18.82 |
| Premium | $4.63 | $10.22 | $20.44 |
| Diesel | $5.42 | $11.97 | $23.93 |
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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