Origin
Bayou Cane, LA
Late night in Bayou Cane on Sunday
Local time
3:01 AM
CDT
Current temp
80°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
Trip from Bayou Cane, LA to Kenner, LA
Compiled and reviewed by the US Trip Planner planning team at COD Solutions Oy · Last reviewed Apr 19, 2026 · Editorial standards
Drive Time
1h 3m
Distance
48.3 mi
78 km
Drive Score
7/10
Good drive
Same Day?
Yes, doable
Fuel Cost
$7
one way
EV Charging
Fair
4 stations
Best Time to Leave
4 AM
0h 58m
★
6 AM
1h 3m
8 AM
1h 14m
10 AM
1h 7m
12 PM
1h 6m
3 PM
1h 8m
5 PM
1h 13m
8 PM
1h 0m
Estimated drive times based on typical traffic patterns. Actual times may vary with weather, construction, and real-time conditions.
Bayou Cane, LA
Alfo Medeiros
Kenner, LA
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Trip Overview
This 48.3-mile drive from Bayou Cane to Kenner, Louisiana, is a straightforward journey that can easily be completed in about 1 hour and 3 minutes. Given its short duration and manageable distance, it's perfectly suited as a single-day trip. The route primarily utilizes US 90 and I-310, with a portion on New Orleans Boulevard, meaning you'll spend about 74% of your time on highways. Expect a fuel cost of approximately $7 for this trip. The drive is focused on efficiency, making it a practical option for getting from point A to point B within the Southeast region of Louisiana.
Main Roads
| Road | Distance | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| US 90 | 22.1 mi | 28m |
| I 310 | 11.1 mi | 12m |
| New Orleans Boulevard | 6.6 mi | 8m |
| I 10 | 2.3 mi | 2m |
| South Hollywood Road | 2.1 mi | 3m |
| West Main Street | 1.3 mi | 2m |
| Williams Boulevard | 1 mi | 2m |
| 21st Street | <0.1 mi | <1m |
Longest stretch:
US 90
— 22.1 mi, about 28m
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Bayou Cane, LA and Kenner, LA.
1
Start on LA 24
1.3 mi
·
2 min
·
West Main Street
2
Turn left onto South Hollywood Road
2.1 mi
·
3 min
·
South Hollywood Road
Use the straight / left lanes.
3
Enter roundabout onto LA 182
157 ft
·
2 sec
·
New Orleans Boulevard
4
Continue on LA 182
6.5 mi
·
8 min
·
New Orleans Boulevard
5
Take the ramp
0.6 mi
·
1 min
Toward US 90 East: New Orleans
6
Merge onto US 90
22 mi
·
28 min
·
US 90
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
7
Take the exit
0.2 mi
·
22 sec
Toward I 310 North, LA 3127 North: Donaldsonville, New Orleans
8
Continue on I 310
11 mi
·
12 min
·
I 310
9
Keep slight right at fork
0.7 mi
·
1 min
Exit 1A
Toward I 10 East: New Orleans
10
Merge onto I 10
2.3 mi
·
2 min
·
I 10
Use the straight lane.
11
Take the exit
0.2 mi
·
23 sec
Exit 223A-B
Toward LA 49: Williams Boulevard, New Orleans International Airport
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
12
Keep slight right at fork
174 ft
·
4 sec
Toward LA 49 South: New Orleans International Airport, Williams Boulevard South
Use the right lane.
13
Turn right onto LA 49
1.0 mi
·
2 min
·
Williams Boulevard
Use the right lane.
14
Turn right onto 21st Street
38 ft
·
1 sec
·
21st Street
15
Arrive at destination
21st Street
Where to Stop
Rest stops, refuel points, and overnight suggestions along this route.
Mid-route town
Meal stop
24 mi into the route
Best for: Lunch, fuel, and a longer reset
This sits close to the middle of the route, so it works well for the longest stop of the day.
Pacing Suggestions
Fuel and coffee
A short stop after about 11 miles helps settle the day before fatigue starts building.
Meal break
The midpoint is around 24.2 miles from Bayou Cane, LA, which is a good place for a longer meal and fuel stop.
These stop ideas are pacing suggestions — the exact town or exit can change with traffic, hotel plans, and fuel range.
Heads-up: tricky spots
5 of 115 decision points cluster between mile 1.3 and 47.3 — GPS handles the exact turns, but know they're coming. Your lane choice matters more than the turn itself.
6
1.3 mi into trip
|
~2m in
|
South Hollywood Road
Turn left onto South Hollywood Road
Lane positioning matters here
Use the straight / left lanes.
5
3.5 mi into trip
|
~6m in
|
LA 182 / New Orleans Boulevard
Enter roundabout onto LA 182 / New Orleans Boulevard
Roundabout - know your exit number before entering
6
44 mi into trip
|
~56m 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
47 mi into trip
|
~1h 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
47.3 mi into trip
|
~1h 1m 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
$7.29 one way
$14.59 round trip
$3.84/gal
25.4 MPG avg
17 kg CO2
| Fuel Type | $/gal | One Way | Round Trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| midgrade | $4.21 | $8.01 | $16.02 |
| premium | $4.56 | $8.67 | $17.34 |
| diesel | $5.61 | $10.66 | $21.33 |
No toll roads detected on this route.
Drive Cost (one way)
Fuel
$7
Estimated CO2 emission: 16.9 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-13.
Driving Electric?
About $5 in charging · 0 stops · 65% less CO2
| Vehicle Type | kWh | Stops | DC Fast | Home Charge |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Average EV | 14.5 | 0 | $5.07 | $2.32 |
| Efficient EV | 12.1 | 0 | $4.23 | $1.93 |
| EV Truck/SUV | 19.3 | 0 | $6.76 | $3.09 |
Gas CO2
17 kg
EV CO2
6 kg (65% 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.
Destination
Kenner, LA
Late night in Kenner on Sunday
Local time
3:01 AM
CDT
Current temp
64°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
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 3m 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.
What kind of drive is this?
This is largely a highway-focused drive, with 74% of the route consisting of faster roads. You'll experience the efficiency of major routes like US 90 and I-310 for the majority of your travel. The longest uninterrupted stretch you'll encounter is 22.1 miles on US 90, allowing for a consistent pace. While primarily highway, the inclusion of New Orleans Boulevard suggests a transition to more local roads as you approach your destination. Overall, the drive's personality is one of directness and speed, designed for covering ground efficiently.
74% highway — fuel and pacing are the main things to plan.
15 navigation steps total — most of the decisions cluster near the start and finish.
Longest single stretch: 22.1 mi on US 90.
How Hard Is This Drive?
8/10
This is a straightforward highway drive that stays mostly on US 90 and I 310. This route has several spots where lane changes, forks, or exits need your full attention. The trickiest moment comes around 1.3 miles in near South Hollywood Road.
Driving Effort
8/10
Demanding - plan breaks and stay ahead of the key maneuvers
Balances navigation complexity with total wheel time.
This drive requires moderate attention. Across 48.3 miles you will encounter 11 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: at 1.3 miles (South Hollywood Road): Lane positioning matters here; at 3.5 miles (LA 182 / New Orleans Boulevard): Roundabout - know your exit number before entering; at 44 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.
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 Bayou Cane, LA to Kenner, LA, road signs begin pointing toward New Orleans along the way.
New Orleans
32.7 mi in
|
~44m
About the Cities
Arriving in Kenner, LA
Full guide →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.
City content from Wikivoyage (CC BY-SA 4.0) and Wikidata (CC0).
Who Is This Route For?
Weekend Trip
Doable as a same-day drive at 1h 3m. Total distance: 48.3 miles.
Family Friendly
Moderate complexity with 0 natural rest stops along the way.
Solo Traveler
1h 3m drive, comfortable solo distance.
EV Driver
0 DC fast chargers along the route. Coverage: unknown.
First-Time Driver
Mostly highway driving (74%). Some complex stretches to watch for.
Frequently Asked Questions
The longest stretch is about 22.1 miles on US 90. The full list of main roads is in the Roads section above.
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: at 1.3 miles (South Hollywood Road): Lane positioning matters here; at 3.5 miles (LA 182 / New Orleans Boulevard): Roundabout - know your exit number before entering; at 44 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.
How this page is built
Compiled by the US Trip Planner planning team at COD Solutions Oy from open government datasets — OSRM over OpenStreetMap for geometry, EIA for fuel prices, and NPS for national parks. See our methodology for refresh cadence and limitations.
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