This 144.2-mile drive from Crowley, Louisiana, to Kenner, Louisiana, is easily manageable as a single-day trip, taking approximately 2 hours and 45 minutes. You'll primarily be on Interstate 10 for most of the journey, with a small portion on local roads like Williams Boulevard and East Hutchinson Avenue. With a projected fuel cost of around $22, this route offers an efficient way to travel within the Southeast region of Louisiana. The straightforward nature of this highway-focused drive makes it ideal for those looking for a direct and uncomplicated transit between these two points.
Trip Pace
Same-day drive is realistic
A same-day return is realistic if you keep stops short.
Break Rhythm
1 planned break
A short stop every 2 to 3 hours is enough for this drive.
Midpoint
72.1 miles from Crowley, LA
A natural place for your longest stop of the day
, about 1h 23m into the drive
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Main Roads
Road
Distance
Duration
I 10
140.8 mi
2h 38m
Williams Boulevard
1 mi
2m
East Hutchinson Avenue
0.8 mi
1m
Crowley Rayne Highway
0.5 mi
<1m
Tower Road
0.3 mi
<1m
Northwest Court Circle
0.1 mi
<1m
West Hutchinson Avenue
<0.1 mi
<1m
21st Street
<0.1 mi
<1m
Longest stretch:
I 10
— 140.8 mi, about 2h 38m
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Crowley, LA and Kenner, LA.
1
Start on West Hutchinson Avenue
71 ft·7 sec·West Hutchinson Avenue
2
Continue on West Hutchinson Avenue
276 ft·15 sec·West Hutchinson Avenue
3
At end of road, turn right onto LA 13
0.1 mi·11 sec·Northwest Court Circle
4
Turn right onto East Hutchinson Avenue
0.8 mi·1 min·East Hutchinson Avenue
5
Continue on US 90
0.5 mi·48 sec·Crowley Rayne Highway
6
Turn left onto LA 1111 Spur
0.3 mi·35 sec·Tower Road
7
Take the ramp
0.4 mi·47 sec
8
Merge onto I 10
141 mi·2 hr 38 min·I 10
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
9
Take the exit
0.2 mi·23 sec
Exit 223A-BToward LA 49: Williams Boulevard, New Orleans International AirportUse the straight / slight right lanes.
10
Keep slight right at fork
174 ft·4 sec
Toward LA 49 South: New Orleans International Airport, Williams Boulevard SouthUse the right lane.
11
Turn right onto LA 49
1.0 mi·2 min·Williams Boulevard
Use the right lane.
12
Turn right onto 21st Street
38 ft·1 sec·21st Street
13
Arrive at destination
21st Street
Trip Plan
Given the relatively short duration of under three hours, this trip works best as a single-day excursion, offering flexibility in your departure time. You can depart Crowley in the morning and arrive in Kenner by midday, or opt for an afternoon departure to reach your destination in the early evening. With only one recommended stop and a substantial longest stretch of 140.8 miles on I-10, plan your fuel and rest breaks accordingly. Keep an eye on traffic conditions as you approach the New Orleans metropolitan area, especially on I-10, as congestion can sometimes impact travel times.
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.
Plan roughly 1 meaningful break for fuel, food, and rest.
The halfway point lands around 72.1 miles from Crowley, LA, or about 1h 23m into the drive.
The longest continuous stretch on this route runs about 140.8 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 32 miles or 38m in
Use this first pause for coffee, a restroom break, and a quick traffic check ahead.
Halfway reset
Around 72.1 miles or 1h 23m in
This is the best place for your longest stop, a real meal, and a full fuel check.
Final approach
Final hour starts around 2h 15m
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 Crowley, LA so your first major turns are already loaded.
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Leave with enough water and a charging cable within reach, not packed away.
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Check your fuel range against the first long segment, especially if you are starting outside city service areas.
Day 1
Settle into the route from Crowley, LA
This is one driving day of about 144.2 miles and 2h 45m.
Your first comfortable stop window is around 32 miles from Crowley, LA.
This route can stay practical as a one-day drive if traffic stays reasonable.
Plan about 1 real break rather than only quick fuel stops.
The longest stretch is on I 10 for about 140.8 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 7
5 decision points cluster between mile 0.1 and 143.2 — GPS handles the exact turns, but know they're coming. Your lane choice matters more than the turn itself.
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0.1 mi into trip|~0m in|LA 13 / Northwest Court Circle
At end of road, turn right onto LA 13 / Northwest Court Circle
Navigation decision point
5
2.1 mi into trip|~4m in|I 10
Merge onto I 10
Merge point - match speed before joining. Lane positioning matters here
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
8
142.9 mi into trip|~2h 42m 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...
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143.2 mi into trip|~2h 43m 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...
5
143.2 mi into trip|~2h 43m in|LA 49 / Williams Boulevard
Turn right onto LA 49 / Williams Boulevard
Lane positioning matters here
Use the right lane.
Fuel & Cost
Regular Gas
$21.78 one way
$43.56 round trip
$3.84/gal25.4 MPG avg51 kg CO2
Fuel Type
$/gal
One Way
Round Trip
midgrade
$4.21
$23.91
$47.81
premium
$4.56
$25.88
$51.76
diesel
$5.61
$31.84
$63.68
No toll roads detected on this route.
Estimated Trip Cost (one way, 1 person)
Fuel
$22
Meals
$25–$50
Total
$47–$72
Rough estimate based on US averages. Hotel $80–$140/night, meals $25–$50/day.
Estimated CO2 emission: 50.5 kg one way.
Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-13.
Driving Electric?
About $15 in charging
· 0 stops
· 66% less CO2
Vehicle Type
kWh
Stops
DC Fast
Home Charge
Average EV
43.3
0
$15.14
$6.92
Efficient EV
36.1
0
$12.62
$5.77
EV Truck/SUV
57.7
0
$20.19
$9.23
Gas CO2
50 kg
EV CO2
17 kg (66% 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
Crowley, LA
Late night
in Crowley on Tuesday
Local time
5:12 AM
CDT
Current temp
82°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
Destination
Kenner, LA
Late night
in Kenner on Tuesday
Local time
5:12 AM
CDT
Current temp
86°F
Unavailable
Live 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
4 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
2h 45m 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.
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 144.2
Park data from the National Park Service API. Alerts update every 2 hours.
More Details
What kind of drive is this?
Expect a highly highway-focused experience on this route, with 98% of the drive taking place on interstates. The bulk of your travel will be on I-10, featuring a continuous stretch of 140.8 miles. This means you'll experience long periods of consistent speed and minimal interruptions. While the majority is interstate, you'll transition to local roads like Williams Boulevard and East Hutchinson Avenue near your destination, offering a slight change of pace as you approach Kenner.
98% highway — fuel and pacing are the main things to plan.
13 navigation steps total — most of the decisions cluster near the start and finish.
Longest single stretch: 140.8 mi on I 10.
How Hard Is This Drive?
3/10
This is a straightforward highway drive that stays mostly on I 10 and Williams Boulevard. There are only a few real navigation decisions along the way. The trickiest moment comes around 0.1 miles in near LA 13 / Northwest Court Circle.
Driving Effort3/10
Easy - simple navigation with a manageable amount of wheel time
Balances navigation complexity with total wheel time.
This is a straightforward 2h 45m drive. You will face about 7 decision points, but nothing that requires special attention if you follow navigation.
Where does it get tricky?
The main spots that need attention: at 0.1 miles (LA 13 / Northwest Court Circle): Navigation decision point; at 2.1 miles (I 10): Merge point - match speed before joining. Lane positioning matters here; at 142.9 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 140.8 miles on I 10. The full list of main roads is in the Roads section above.
Yes, with realistic expectations. Build in a stop roughly every 2 hours, have snacks and activities ready, and check the Nearby Places tabs for kid-friendly stops along the way.
The main spots that need attention: at 0.1 miles (LA 13 / Northwest Court Circle): Navigation decision point; at 2.1 miles (I 10): Merge point - match speed before joining. Lane positioning matters here; at 142.9 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one.
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.
