How far is Metairie, LA from Lafayette, LA?
Distance by Flight
Shortest distance between Metairie and Lafayette is 112.82 miles (181.57 km).
Flight distance from Metairie, LA to Lafayette, LA is 112.82 miles. Estimated flight time is 00 hours 15 minutes.
It takes 00 hours 14 minutes to travel from Metairie to Lafayette with an airplane (average speed of 550 miles).
Driving distance
The driving distance from Metairie, Louisiana to Lafayette, Louisiana is: 130.06 miles (209.31 km) by car.
Driving from Metairie to Lafayette will take approximately 02 hours 10 minutes.
#1 Metairie
The most populous suburb of New Orleans, Louisiana. It is located on the east bank of the Mississippi River in southeastern Louisiana. Metairie is known for its many parks and green spaces, its many historical sites, and its many attractions, such as the Metairie Cemetery and the Metairie Historical Society.
| Population | 138481 |
|---|---|
| GPS Coordinates | 29°59'3"N 90°9'10"W |
| Latitude | 29.9840900 |
| Longitude | -90.1528500 |
| Altitude | 1 |
| Country | United States |
#2 Lafayette
The third most populous city in Acadiana, Louisiana. It is located on the Vermilion River in southwestern Louisiana. Lafayette is known for its many cajun and creole restaurants, its many parks and green spaces, and its many attractions, such as the Lafayette Museum and the Lafayette Grand Opera House.
| Population | 126535 |
|---|---|
| GPS Coordinates | 30°13'27"N 92°1'11"W |
| Latitude | 30.2240900 |
| Longitude | -92.0198400 |
| Altitude | 11 |
| Country | United States |
Ending point in Lafayette: South Buchanan Street (-92.019794,30.224075)
Estimated Travel Time Between Metairie and Lafayette
The distance between Metairie and Lafayette is 209 km if you choose to drive by road. You can go 02 hours 19 minutes if you drive your car at an average speed of 90 kilometers / hour. For different choices, please review the avg. speed travel time table on the below.
There is no time difference between Metairie and Lafayette. The current time is 03:53:05.
| Average Speed | Travel Time |
|---|---|
| 30 mph (48.3 km/h) | 04 hours 20 minutes |
| 40 mph (64.37 km/h) | 03 hours 15 minutes |
| 50 mph (80.47 km/h) | 02 hours 36 minutes |
| 60 mph (96.56 km/h) | 02 hours 10 minutes |
| 70 mph (112.65 km/h) | 01 hours 51 minutes |
| 75 mph (120.7 km/h) | 01 hours 44 minutes |
| 80 mph (128.75 km/h) | 01 hours 37 minutes |
Gas Consumption
A car with a fuel efficiency of 8.3 l/100 km will need 17.37 liters (4.59 gallon) of gas to cover the route between Metairie and Lafayette.
The estimated cost of gas to go from Metairie to Lafayette is $14.1 (diesel $18.65).
Louisiana gas prices.
| Gasoline | Mid Grade | Premium | Diesel | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Gallon | $3.07 | $3.48 | $3.84 | $4.06 |
| Total | $14.1 | $15.98 | $17.64 | $18.65 |
Take a look at our Gas Cost Calculator feature. It will figure out how much it will cost to drive this particular distance.
The average gas price (in Louisiana ) per gallon of daily gas for calculations is $3.073 (Diesel $4.064) /gallon. Last changed prices on December 18, 2024.
How did we calculate the distance?
The place names are translated into coordinates to approximate the distance between Metairie and Lafayette (latitude and longitude). Cities, states, and countries each have their own regional center. The Haversine formula is used to measure the radius.
Distance to Other Cities
Driving distance from Laplace, LA to Metairie 23.66 miles (38 km)
Driving distance from Metairie Terrace, LA to Metairie 1.1 miles (2 km)
