Compiled and reviewed by the US Trip Planner planning team at COD Solutions Oy · Last reviewed Apr 21, 2026 · Editorial standards
Drive Time
1h 20m
Distance
60.4 mi
97 km
Drive Score
7/10
Good drive
Same Day?
Yes, doable
Fuel Cost
$9
one way
EV Charging
Fair
3 stations
Estimated drive times based on typical traffic patterns. Actual times may vary with weather, construction, and real-time conditions.
Chauvin, LA
Israyosoy S.
Kenner, LA
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This straightforward 60.4-mile drive from Chauvin to Kenner, Louisiana, will take you about 1 hour and 20 minutes. Primarily utilizing US 90 and I-310, with a stretch on Highway 56, this route is almost entirely highway driving at 88%. It's perfectly suited for a single-day trip, and with a modest fuel cost of around $9, it's an economical choice. The journey stays within the Southeast region of Louisiana, offering a consistent driving experience as you travel from one point to the other.
| Road | Distance | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| US 90 | 22.1 mi | 28m |
| I 310 | 11.1 mi | 12m |
| Highway 56 | 11.1 mi | 16m |
| LA 182 | 3.1 mi | 3m |
| State Highway 3087 | 3.1 mi | 3m |
| East Main Street | 2.8 mi | 4m |
| I 10 | 2.3 mi | 2m |
| Prospect Boulevard | 1.9 mi | 3m |
Step-by-step road directions between Chauvin, LA and Kenner, LA.
Start on Chauvin Street
Turn left onto LA 56
Continue on LA 24
Turn right onto Prospect Boulevard
Continue on LA 3087
Turn right onto LA 182
Take the ramp
Merge onto US 90
Take the exit
Continue on I 310
Keep slight right at fork
Merge onto I 10
Take the exit
Keep slight right at fork
Turn right onto LA 49
Turn right onto 21st Street
Arrive at destination
Rest stops, refuel points, and overnight suggestions along this route.
Mid-route town
Meal stop
30 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.
A short stop after about 13 miles helps settle the day before fatigue starts building.
The midpoint is around 30.2 miles from Chauvin, 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.
5 decision points cluster between mile 13.9 and 59.3 — GPS handles the exact turns, but know they're coming. Your lane choice matters more than the turn itself.
Turn right onto Prospect Boulevard
Lane positioning matters here
Merge onto US 90
Merge point - match speed before joining. Lane positioning matters here
Keep slight right at fork toward I 10 East: New Orleans
Highway fork - watch signs carefully
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
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
Regular Gas
$9.12 one way
$18.24 round trip
| Fuel Type | $/gal | One Way | Round Trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| midgrade | $4.21 | $10.01 | $20.03 |
| premium | $4.56 | $10.84 | $21.68 |
| diesel | $5.61 | $13.34 | $26.67 |
No toll roads detected on this route.
Drive Cost (one way)
Fuel
$9
Estimated CO2 emission: 21.1 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-13.
Driving Electric?
About $6 in charging · 0 stops · 67% less CO2
| Vehicle Type | kWh | Stops | DC Fast | Home Charge |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Average EV | 18.1 | 0 | $6.34 | $2.90 |
| Efficient EV | 15.1 | 0 | $5.28 | $2.42 |
| EV Truck/SUV | 24.2 | 0 | $8.46 | $3.87 |
Gas CO2
21 kg
EV CO2
7 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.
Current conditions at both ends of the drive.
Origin
Late night in Chauvin on Tuesday
Local time
3:48 AM
CDT
Current temp
68°F
Mostly Clear
Destination
Late night in Kenner on Tuesday
Local time
3:48 AM
CDT
Current temp
67°F
Mostly Clear
Time zone
Origin and destination are on the same clock, so arrival timing is easier to judge at a glance.
Temperature spread
A meaningful temperature swing is a good cue to rethink layers, water, and how soon you want to arrive.
Road read
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.
Expect a highway-focused experience for most of this 60.4-mile trip, with 88% of the drive on faster roads. You'll encounter your longest uninterrupted stretch of 22.1 miles on US 90, offering a chance to settle into a rhythm. While the majority is highway, the inclusion of Highway 56 suggests a potential shift in scenery or road type for a portion of the journey. Overall, this route prioritizes efficient travel over varied landscapes.
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 13.9 miles in near Prospect Boulevard.
Demanding - plan breaks and stay ahead of the key maneuvers
Balances navigation complexity with total wheel time.
This drive requires moderate attention. Across 60.4 miles you will encounter 12 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 13.9 miles (Prospect Boulevard): Lane positioning matters here; at 22.6 miles (US 90): Merge point - match speed before joining. Lane positioning matters here; at 56 miles: Highway fork - watch signs carefully.
Based on OSRM destination-sign hints, not a full list of every settlement the road passes.
On the drive from Chauvin, LA to Kenner, LA, road signs begin pointing toward New Orleans along the way.
New Orleans
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).
Weekend Trip
Doable as a same-day drive at 1h 20m. Total distance: 60.4 miles.
Family Friendly
Moderate complexity with 0 natural rest stops along the way.
Solo Traveler
1h 20m drive, comfortable solo distance.
EV Driver
0 DC fast chargers along the route. Coverage: unknown.
First-Time Driver
Mostly highway driving (88%). Some complex stretches to watch for.
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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