Spanning 77.9 miles, this drive from Addis to Kenner is a straightforward journey that typically takes about 1 hour and 18 minutes. It is an ideal day trip, perfect for those looking to reach their destination without the need for an overnight stay. You should budget approximately $11 for fuel to complete the trip. Because both cities are located in Southeast Louisiana, the drive keeps you within the same region, transitioning from smaller local roads to the busier corridors leading toward Kenner. It is a practical, no-nonsense route that is easy to manage in a single afternoon.
Trip Pace
Same-day drive is realistic
A same-day return is realistic if you keep stops short.
Midpoint
38.8 miles from Addis, LA
A natural place for your longest stop of the day
, about 48m into the drive
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Step-by-step road directions between Addis, LA and Kenner, LA.
1
Start on 1st Street
0.8 mi·2 min·1st Street
2
Turn left onto LA 1
5.8 mi·9 min·Highway 1 South
3
Take the exit
0.5 mi·58 sec
Toward I 10 East: Baton Rouge
4
Merge onto I 10
69 mi·1 hr 18 min·Horace Wilkinson Bridge
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
5
Take the exit
0.2 mi·23 sec
Exit 223A-BToward LA 49: Williams Boulevard, New Orleans International AirportUse the straight / slight right lanes.
6
Keep slight right at fork
174 ft·4 sec
Toward LA 49 South: New Orleans International Airport, Williams Boulevard SouthUse the right lane.
7
Turn right onto LA 49
1.0 mi·2 min·Williams Boulevard
Use the right lane.
8
Turn right onto 21st Street
38 ft·1 sec·21st Street
9
Arrive at destination
21st Street
Trip Plan
Since this is a relatively short trip with no required stops, you have plenty of flexibility to plan your departure around local traffic patterns. Aim to leave during off-peak hours to avoid potential congestion on the approach to Kenner. Because the drive is under an hour and a half, you can easily complete it in one go without needing to build in rest breaks. Keep a close eye on your fuel gauge before you hit the road, as the $11 estimate is based on standard driving conditions. One specific tip for this route: pay extra attention to your navigation when crossing the Horace Wilkinson Bridge, as the change in elevation and surrounding traffic can come up quickly.
Morning Departure
Leave by 9 AM and you'll arrive before lunch.
Evening Departure
Even a 4 PM departure gets you there before dark in summer.
You can normally do this drive in one day.
You may only need one short stretch break if traffic stays light.
The halfway point lands around 38.8 miles from Addis, LA, or about 48m into the drive.
The longest continuous stretch on this route runs about 69.2 miles.
This is a comfortable same-day trip.
Departure
Before you leave
Start with fuel, water, and navigation already sorted so the first hour feels easy.
First stop
Around 17 miles or 23m in
Use this first pause for coffee, a restroom break, and a quick traffic check ahead.
Halfway reset
Around 38.8 miles or 48m in
This is the best place for your longest stop, a real meal, and a full fuel check.
Final approach
Final hour starts around 1h 18m
Traffic, exits, and arrival timing usually matter more near Kenner, LA than in the middle of the route.
Before You Leave
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Open the route before leaving Addis, LA so your first major turns are already loaded.
Day 1
Settle into the route from Addis, LA
This is one driving day of about 77.6 miles and 1h 33m.
Your first comfortable stop window is around 17 miles from Addis, LA.
This route can stay practical as a one-day drive if traffic stays reasonable.
The longest stretch is on Horace Wilkinson Bridge for about 69.2 miles.
Where to Stop
Rest stops, refuel points, and overnight suggestions along this route.
Place data sourced from public business listings. Hours and availability may vary.
Heads-up: tricky spots
5 of 6
5 decision points cluster between mile 6.6 and 76.6 — GPS handles the exact turns, but know they're coming. Your lane choice matters more than the turn itself.
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6.6 mi into trip|~11m in
Take the exit toward I 10 East: Baton Rouge
Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early
Toward I 10 East: Baton Rouge
5
7.1 mi into trip|~12m in|I 10 / Horace Wilkinson Bridge
Merge onto I 10 / Horace Wilkinson Bridge
Merge point - match speed before joining. Lane positioning matters here
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
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76.3 mi into trip|~1h 30m in
Take the exit toward LA 49: Williams Boulevard, New Orleans International Airport
Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
Exit 223A-B
Toward LA 49: Williams Boulevard, New Orleans I...
9
76.6 mi into trip|~1h 31m in
Keep slight right at fork toward LA 49 South: New Orleans International Airport, Williams Boulevard South
Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one
Use the right lane.
Toward LA 49 South: New Orleans International A...
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76.6 mi into trip|~1h 31m in|LA 49 / Williams Boulevard
Turn right onto LA 49 / Williams Boulevard
Lane positioning matters here
Use the right lane.
Fuel & Cost
Regular Gas
$11.72 one way
$23.44 round trip
$3.84/gal25.4 MPG avg27 kg CO2
Fuel Type
$/gal
One Way
Round Trip
midgrade
$4.21
$12.87
$25.73
premium
$4.56
$13.93
$27.86
diesel
$5.61
$17.13
$34.27
No toll roads detected on this route.
Estimated Trip Cost (one way, 1 person)
Fuel
$12
Meals
$25–$50
Total
$37–$62
Rough estimate based on US averages. Hotel $80–$140/night, meals $25–$50/day.
Estimated CO2 emission: 27.2 kg one way.
Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-13.
Driving Electric?
About $8 in charging
· 0 stops
· 67% less CO2
Vehicle Type
kWh
Stops
DC Fast
Home Charge
Average EV
23.3
0
$8.15
$3.72
Efficient EV
19.4
0
$6.79
$3.10
EV Truck/SUV
31
0
$10.86
$4.97
Gas CO2
27 kg
EV CO2
9 kg (67% less)
This trip is well within single-charge range for most EVs. No charging stops needed if you start fully charged.
DC fast charging avg $0.35/kWh. Home charging avg $0.16/kWh. US grid CO2: 0.39 kg/kWh.
Travel Intel
Current conditions at both ends of the drive.
Forecast as of Apr 20, 2026
Origin
Addis, LA
Late night
in Addis on Tuesday
Local time
4:37 AM
CDT
Current temp
84°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
Destination
Kenner, LA
Late night
in Kenner on Tuesday
Local time
4:37 AM
CDT
Current temp
86°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
86°F
Shenandoah, LA
39 mi in
Seasonal Notes
Summer travel usually means heavier construction, hotter rest stops, and busier weekend traffic around major cities.
Winter travel shortens daylight, so a route that looks manageable on paper can feel much longer after dark.
Holiday weekends tend to make both departure and arrival windows slower than the raw route time suggests.
Time zone
Same local time
Origin and destination are on the same clock, so arrival timing is easier to judge at a glance.
Temperature spread
2 degrees warmer at arrival
A meaningful temperature swing is a good cue to rethink layers, water, and how soon you want to arrive.
Road read
1h 33m on the road
Use the two city cards together: check the sky where you start, then compare it with the local time and temperature at arrival.
Weather data from the National Weather Service. Conditions may change; check closer to your travel date.
More Details
What kind of drive is this?
Expect a turn-heavy local drive rather than a monotonous interstate cruise. You will navigate Highway 1 South before transitioning onto I-10 East, a path that includes the notable Horace Wilkinson Bridge. While the route involves zero percent highway driving in the traditional sense of long, uninterrupted stretches, the configuration keeps you engaged with frequent maneuvers. There is no single long stretch on Highway 1 South, meaning you will be adjusting your speed and focus as you navigate the local turn-heavy sections. Stay alert, as the transition between local roads and the interstate requires your full attention.
Only 8% highway — the rest is turn-by-turn surface driving.
9 navigation steps total — most of the decisions cluster near the start and finish.
Longest single stretch: 69.2 mi on Horace Wilkinson Bridge.
How Hard Is This Drive?
3/10
Expect a hands-on drive with frequent turns and local roads rather than long highway stretches. There are only a few real navigation decisions along the way. The trickiest moment comes around 6.6 miles in.
Driving Effort3/10
Easy - simple navigation with a manageable amount of wheel time
Balances navigation complexity with total wheel time.
This is a straightforward 1h 33m drive. You will face about 6 decision points, but nothing that requires special attention if you follow navigation.
Where does it get tricky?
The main spots that need attention: at 6.6 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early; at 7.1 miles (I 10 / Horace Wilkinson Bridge): Merge point - match speed before joining. Lane positioning matters here; at 76.3 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one.
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.
The longest stretch is about 69.2 miles on Horace Wilkinson Bridge. The full list of main roads is in the Roads section above.
Yes. At under 2 hours behind the wheel, this works well for families — plan one quick stop if you have younger kids.
The main spots that need attention: at 6.6 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early; at 7.1 miles (I 10 / Horace Wilkinson Bridge): Merge point - match speed before joining. Lane positioning matters here; at 76.3 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one.
Yes. A round trip is manageable in a single day if you plan a break at Kenner, LA before heading back.
