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Kenner, LA Road Trips

With 16 routes heading out and 10 heading in, Kenner, LA works well as a modest departure point in the Southeast. Routes from here tend to cover serious ground — the average trip runs 265 miles, so plan for multi-day adventures. Most routes from Kenner, LA head west, giving the route network a clear directional lean.

suburb city of New Orleans, located in Jefferson Parish, Louisiana, United States

Photo: Wikimedia Commons

Trip Routes

26

Longest Drive

349.6 mi

Cullen, LA

Quickest Drive

3h 50m

Prien, LA

Plan Around Kenner, LA

Trips from Kenner, LA

Driving from Kenner, LA

The typical drive from Kenner, LA covers about 265 miles and takes around 5h 6m. This is long-haul territory. Most routes stretch past the 250-mile mark, so pack snacks and plan fuel stops. The longest mapped route runs 350 miles (6h 55m), while the shortest is just 200 miles.

Popular Destinations

Top road trip destinations from Kenner, LA are Cullen, LA (349.6 mi, 6h 55m), Vivian, LA (346.7 mi, 6h 28m), Homer, LA (323.7 mi, 6h 19m), Red Chute, LA (323.3 mi, 6h), and Stonewall, LA (302.7 mi, 5h 35m). Most destinations stay within the same state, perfect for exploring the local region thoroughly.

Planning & Costs

For the average 265-mile drive from Kenner, LA, expect to burn about 10.4 gallons of fuel one way at 25 MPG. Check local pump prices before you go to lock in your budget.

Most routes head west — leaving in the morning keeps the sun behind you for a more comfortable drive. Most trips take a half-day, so a morning start gets you there in time for lunch or an afternoon of exploring.

Frequently Asked Questions

There are 16 mapped routes leaving Kenner, LA and 10 routes heading into Kenner, LA, covering 26 total connections. Distances range from 200 to 350 miles.

The longest mapped route from Kenner, LA covers 350 miles and takes approximately 6h 55m. Shorter options start at just 200 miles.

The average route from Kenner, LA runs about 265 miles with a drive time of roughly 5h 6m. This includes both short day trips and longer multi-day drives.

The most popular road trip destinations from Kenner, LA include Cullen, LA, Vivian, LA, Homer, LA and Red Chute, LA. Each route page has detailed drive times, fuel estimates, stop suggestions, and turn-by-turn directions.

Kenner, LA by the Numbers

Recent demographic snapshot from the US Census Bureau's American Community Survey.

Population

65,113

Median Income

$64,099

Median Home Value

$241,800

Median Age

39.4

Source: US Census Bureau ACS 5-year (public domain). See our methodology for details.

Kenner, LA at a Glance

Founded

1855

Elevation

3 ft

Area

0 mi²

Notable People from Kenner, LA

A sampling of people born in Kenner, LA.

Lloyd Price

Lloyd Price

1933–2021

American singer (1933–2021)

Donna Brazile

Donna Brazile

1959

American author, educator, and political activist and strategist (born 1959)

Henry Gray

Henry Gray

1925–2020

African-American blues piano player and singer (1925-2020)

Shan Foster

Shan Foster

1986

American basketball player

City data from Wikidata (Q991464), available under CC0. Photos from Wikimedia Commons under their respective licenses. See our methodology for details.

Traveler Guide to Kenner, LA

Kenner is a suburb of New Orleans, Louisiana, on the east bank of Jefferson Parish, approximately 10 mi (16 km) west of the city. It is the location of New Orleans International Airport. René-Robert Cavelier landed on this stretch of the north shore of the Mississippi River in 1682.

Rivertown, old section of town with museums and attractions along Williams Boulevard at the Mississippi River front. Kenner Planetarium and MegaDome Cinema, 2020 4th St. Varied astronomy and laser light shows in a 50 ft domed theater. Sa 11AM-3PM. Laketown, on the other side of Kenner where Williams Boulevard runs into Lake Pontchartrain. This place features a jogging trail and piers, but what probably stands out most of all are the unimpeded views of Lake Pontchartrain.

Pontchartrain Convention & Civic Center, 4545 Williams Blvd, ☏ +1 504 465-9985. M-F 8ː30AM-4ː30PM. Near the Lake Pontchartrain (north) end of Williams Boulevard, hosts many special events. Treasure Chest Casino, 5050 Williams Blvd, ☏ +1 504-443-8000. Su-Th 8AM-2AM, F-Sa 8AM-5AM. Steamboat casino. Regal Grand Esplanade & GPX, 1401 W Esplanade Ave, ☏ +1 844-462-7342. Large cinema complex that might have seen some better days, though it's more alive than The Esplanade Mall next to it.

1 Brick Oven, 2805 Williams Blvd (at Veterans Blvd), ☏ +1 504 466-2097. A. Good mid-range Italian. Tel. 466-2097 2 Chateau Coffee Cafe, 701 West Esplanade Avenue, ☏ +1 504 461-9819. Coffee, sandwiches, salads, and light eats. A favorite of the Lakeview section of New Orleans; opened another location in Kenner. Eat in, or order from drive-thru window.

There are a number of hotels near the Airport and on Veterans Highway.

Louis Armstrong International Airport (New Orleans), (MSY IATA).

The main route in and out is Interstate 10. Williams Boulevard runs from the Mississippi River to the Lakefront. Veterans Highway in the north part of the city is a major commercial avenue, connecting to Metairie just to the east.

Travel tips adapted from Kenner on Wikivoyage, licensed CC BY-SA 4.0. Content summarized; visit the source for the full article. See our methodology for how we use it.

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