This 102.4-mile drive from Baldwin, LA to Kenner, LA is a straightforward, highway-focused journey that can easily be completed in under two hours. With a fuel cost estimated at $15, it’s an economical option for a day trip. The route primarily utilizes US 90 and I-10, offering a quick connection between these two points in Southeast Louisiana. Since there are no designated stops and the drive is relatively short, you won't need to break it up into multiple days. It's a practical choice for getting from point A to point B efficiently.
Trip Pace
Same-day drive is realistic
A same-day return is realistic if you keep stops short.
Midpoint
51.2 miles from Baldwin, LA
A natural place for your longest stop of the day
, about 59m into the drive
.
Main Roads
Road
Distance
Duration
US 90
84.9 mi
1h 36m
I 310
11.1 mi
12m
I 10
2.3 mi
2m
State Route 83
1.3 mi
2m
Williams Boulevard
1 mi
2m
Main Street
0.3 mi
<1m
Live Oak Street
<0.1 mi
<1m
21st Street
<0.1 mi
<1m
Longest stretch:
US 90
— 84.9 mi, about 1h 36m
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Baldwin, LA and Kenner, LA.
1
Start on Live Oak Street
130 ft·7 sec·Live Oak Street
2
Turn right onto LA 182
0.3 mi·29 sec·Main Street
3
Turn left onto LA 83
1.3 mi·2 min·State Route 83
4
Take the ramp
0.3 mi·33 sec
5
Merge onto US 90
85 mi·1 hr 36 min·US 90
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
6
Take the exit
0.2 mi·22 sec
Toward I 310 North, LA 3127 North: Donaldsonville, New Orleans
7
Continue on I 310
11 mi·12 min·I 310
8
Keep slight right at fork
0.7 mi·1 min
Exit 1AToward I 10 East: New Orleans
9
Merge onto I 10
2.3 mi·2 min·I 10
Use the straight lane.
10
Take the exit
0.2 mi·23 sec
Exit 223A-BToward LA 49: Williams Boulevard, New Orleans International AirportUse the straight / slight right lanes.
11
Keep slight right at fork
174 ft·4 sec
Toward LA 49 South: New Orleans International Airport, Williams Boulevard SouthUse the right lane.
12
Turn right onto LA 49
1.0 mi·2 min·Williams Boulevard
Use the right lane.
13
Turn right onto 21st Street
38 ft·1 sec·21st Street
14
Arrive at destination
21st Street
Trip Plan
Given the 1 hour and 58-minute duration, it’s best to start this drive in the morning to avoid any potential afternoon traffic, especially as you get closer to the New Orleans metropolitan area. With only 102.4 miles and no planned stops, you have the flexibility to depart whenever suits your schedule. Keep an eye on your fuel levels, as the longest stretch on US 90 is substantial, and the $15 fuel cost estimate suggests it's best to start with a full tank. The lack of designated stops means you can pull over at any exit for a break, but consider doing so before you reach the more congested areas near Kenner.
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 51.2 miles from Baldwin, LA, or about 59m into the drive.
The longest continuous stretch on this route runs about 84.9 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 23 miles or 27m in
Use this first pause for coffee, a restroom break, and a quick traffic check ahead.
Halfway reset
Around 51.2 miles or 59m 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 36m
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 Baldwin, LA so your first major turns are already loaded.
Day 1
Settle into the route from Baldwin, LA
This is one driving day of about 102.4 miles and 1h 58m.
Your first comfortable stop window is around 23 miles from Baldwin, LA.
This route can stay practical as a one-day drive if traffic stays reasonable.
The longest stretch is on US 90 for about 84.9 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 9
5 decision points cluster between mile 0 and 101.3 — GPS handles the exact turns, but know they're coming. Your lane choice matters more than the turn itself.
5
0 mi into trip|~0m in|LA 182 / Main Street
Turn right onto LA 182 / Main Street
Navigation decision point
5
1.9 mi into trip|~3m in|US 90
Merge onto US 90
Merge point - match speed before joining. Lane positioning matters here
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
6
98 mi into trip|~1h 52m in
Keep slight right at fork toward I 10 East: New Orleans
Highway fork - watch signs carefully
Exit 1A
Toward I 10 East: New Orleans
8
101.1 mi into trip|~1h 56m 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
101.3 mi into trip|~1h 56m 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...
Fuel & Cost
Regular Gas
$15.46 one way
$30.93 round trip
$3.84/gal25.4 MPG avg36 kg CO2
Fuel Type
$/gal
One Way
Round Trip
midgrade
$4.21
$16.98
$33.95
premium
$4.56
$18.38
$36.76
diesel
$5.61
$22.61
$45.22
No toll roads detected on this route.
Estimated Trip Cost (one way, 1 person)
Fuel
$15
Meals
$25–$50
Total
$40–$65
Rough estimate based on US averages. Hotel $80–$140/night, meals $25–$50/day.
Estimated CO2 emission: 35.8 kg one way.
Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-13.
Driving Electric?
About $11 in charging
· 0 stops
· 67% less CO2
Vehicle Type
kWh
Stops
DC Fast
Home Charge
Average EV
30.7
0
$10.75
$4.92
Efficient EV
25.6
0
$8.96
$4.10
EV Truck/SUV
41
0
$14.34
$6.55
Gas CO2
36 kg
EV CO2
12 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 17, 2026
Origin
Baldwin, LA
Late night
in Baldwin on Tuesday
Local time
5:11 AM
CDT
Current temp
83°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
Destination
Kenner, LA
Late night
in Kenner on Tuesday
Local time
5:11 AM
CDT
Current temp
67°F
Mostly Clear
0 mph0% chanceLive forecast
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
16 degrees cooler at arrival
A meaningful temperature swing is a good cue to rethink layers, water, and how soon you want to arrive.
Road read
1h 58m on the road
The weather snapshot is not static. If you are leaving later, give both cities one more quick forecast check before departure.
Weather data from the National Weather Service. Conditions may change; check closer to your travel date.
National Parks Near This Route
Worth a detour if your schedule allows.
New Orleans Jazz National Historical Park
National Historical Park
Discover the roots of jazz at the New Orleans Jazz National Historical Park. Located in the heart of the French Quarter, our park offers live performances, exhibits, and programs that celebrate the le...
11 mi from route
~27 min detour
Free
near mile 102.4
Park data from the National Park Service API. Alerts update every 2 hours.
More Details
What kind of drive is this?
Expect a predominantly highway experience on this route, with 97% of the drive taking place on major roads. You'll spend a significant portion of the journey on US 90, which forms the longest uninterrupted stretch at 84.9 miles. The transition to I-310 and then I-10 will offer a more interstate-style driving environment as you approach Kenner. This is a drive designed for covering distance with minimal interruption, so the road character is consistent and geared towards forward momentum.
97% highway — fuel and pacing are the main things to plan.
14 navigation steps total — most of the decisions cluster near the start and finish.
Longest single stretch: 84.9 mi on US 90.
How Hard Is This Drive?
6/10
This is a straightforward highway drive that stays mostly on US 90 and I 310. You will hit about 9 points where you need to pay attention to lane position or signs. The trickiest moment comes early in the drive near LA 182 / Main Street.
Driving Effort6/10
Moderate - straightforward overall, but long enough or busy enough to require pacing
Balances navigation complexity with total wheel time.
This drive requires moderate attention. Across 102.4 miles you will encounter 9 spots where lane choice or exit timing matters. Not difficult for experienced highway drivers, but worth previewing the tricky sections before you go.
Where does it get tricky?
The main spots that need attention: near the start (LA 182 / Main Street): Navigation decision point; at 1.9 miles (US 90): Merge point - match speed before joining. Lane positioning matters here; at 98 miles: Highway fork - watch signs carefully.
Towns Mentioned on Route Signs
Based on OSRM destination-sign hints, not a full list of every settlement the road passes.
On the drive from Baldwin, LA to Kenner, LA, road signs begin pointing toward New Orleans along the way.
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.
Doable as a same-day drive at 1h 58m. Total distance: 102.4 miles.
Family Friendly
Moderate complexity with 0 natural rest stops along the way.
Solo Traveler
1h 58m drive, comfortable solo distance.
First-Time Driver
Mostly highway driving (97%). Some complex stretches to watch for.
Frequently Asked Questions
The longest stretch is about 84.9 miles on US 90. The full list of main roads is in the Roads section above.
Yes — we found about 1 rest area or service plaza within a short detour of the route (from OpenStreetMap). See the Rest Stops tab under Nearby Places for locations and mile markers. Plan to stretch, use the bathroom, and top off fluids every 2–3 hours on longer drives.
It helps. This route has a higher-than-average number of complex decision points, which get harder in the dark. If the last hour of the trip is on surface roads or mountain grades, aim to arrive at Kenner, LA before sunset when you can. Check the Trip Plan for departure windows that land you in daylight.
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: near the start (LA 182 / Main Street): Navigation decision point; at 1.9 miles (US 90): Merge point - match speed before joining. Lane positioning matters here; at 98 miles: Highway fork - watch signs carefully.
Yes — New Orleans Jazz National Historical Park. See the National Parks section for detour distances and tips on detours.
Yes. A round trip is manageable in a single day if you plan a break at Kenner, LA before heading back.
