Driving from Houston to Metairie
Metairie lies 503 km (313 mi) east of Houston, in the same time zone. What the numbers say about getting there.
Driving takes about 6 h 49 min without stops, over roughly 614 km (381 mi) of road; add breaks, fuel and any border.
| Houston | Metairie | |
|---|---|---|
| Country | United States | United States |
| Population | 2.3 million | 138,481 |
| Elevation | 30 m (98 ft) | 9 m (30 ft) |
| Time now | UTC-5 (America/Chicago) | UTC-5 (America/Chicago) |
| Postal codes | 77001–77299 | 70001–70060 |
Where to book car hire from Houston to Metairie
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Staying in Metairie
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Common questions
How far is Metairie from Houston?
503 km (313 mi) in a straight line, east of Houston; by road roughly 614 km (381 mi).
How long does it take to get from Houston to Metairie by car?
About 6 h 49 min, estimated from distance and typical speeds. Timetables and traffic decide the real figure.
Is there a time difference between Houston and Metairie?
No, both are on America/Chicago at the moment.
Where these facts come from
- GeoNames (CC BY 4.0): population, elevation, time zone, postal codes
- Wikidata (CC0): area, sister cities, visitor numbers, heritage listings, stations and ports
- OurAirports (public domain): airports, runways
- Natural Earth (public domain): map outlines
Data compiled 14 September 2026. Hotel and hostel figures are from our booking partner’s catalogue on that date. Journey times on this page are estimates from distance, not timetables; check the operator before you rely on one.