This straightforward 75.8-mile drive from Kenner to Central, Louisiana, is easily manageable as a single-day trip, taking just about 1 hour and 33 minutes to complete. The route primarily utilizes I-10, with portions on Joor Road and Airline Highway, making it a highway-focused experience. With an estimated fuel cost of $11, this drive offers an economical way to travel within the Southeast region of Louisiana. Given its relatively short duration and focus on major roadways, it's ideal for a quick transit or a leisurely day trip without the need for an overnight stop.
Trip Pace
Same-day drive is realistic
A same-day return is realistic if you keep stops short.
Midpoint
37.9 miles from Kenner, LA
A natural place for your longest stop of the day
, about 44m into the drive
.
Main Roads
Road
Distance
Duration
I 10
59.2 mi
1h 5m
Joor Road
5.2 mi
7m
Airline Highway
4.3 mi
6m
Oak Villa Boulevard
2.1 mi
3m
Williams Boulevard
1.3 mi
2m
Siegen Lane
1.3 mi
2m
Hooper Road
1.1 mi
2m
Florida Boulevard
0.4 mi
<1m
Longest stretch:
I 10
— 59.2 mi, about 1h 5m
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Kenner, LA and Central, LA.
1
Start on 21st Street
38 ft·5 sec·21st Street
2
Turn right onto LA 49
0.1 mi·12 sec·Williams Boulevard
3
Continue on LA 49
1.2 mi·2 min·Williams Boulevard
Use the left lane.
4
Take the ramp
0.4 mi·54 sec
Toward I 10 West: Baton Rouge
5
Merge onto I 10
59 mi·1 hr 5 min·I 10
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
6
Take the exit
0.3 mi·28 sec
Exit 163Toward LA 3246: Siegen LaneUse the straight / slight right lanes.
7
Turn right onto LA 3246
1.3 mi·2 min·Siegen Lane
8
Turn left onto US 61; LA 73
4.3 mi·6 min·Airline Highway
Use the left / straight lanes.
9
Take the exit
0.2 mi·38 sec
Toward US 190 East: HammondUse the slight right lane.
10
Turn straight onto US 190
0.4 mi·42 sec·Florida Boulevard
11
Turn left onto Oak Villa Boulevard
1.2 mi·2 min·Oak Villa Boulevard
Use the left lane.
12
Continue on Oak Villa Boulevard
0.9 mi·1 min·Oak Villa Boulevard
Use the straight lane.
13
Continue on LA 946
5.2 mi·7 min·Joor Road
14
Turn right onto LA 408
1.1 mi·2 min·Hooper Road
15
Arrive at destination
LA 408
Trip Plan
For this 1 hour and 33-minute trip, you have the flexibility to depart at your convenience. Since the drive is just 75.8 miles and has a low fuel cost of around $11, you won't need to worry about frequent refueling. The longest stretch on I-10 is substantial, so ensure you're comfortable with sustained highway driving before you set off. A practical tip for this route is to check local traffic conditions on I-10 before you leave Kenner, as this major interstate can experience congestion, especially during peak hours.
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 37.9 miles from Kenner, LA, or about 44m into the drive.
The longest continuous stretch on this route runs about 59.2 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 20m in
Use this first pause for coffee, a restroom break, and a quick traffic check ahead.
Halfway reset
Around 37.9 miles or 44m 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 15m
Traffic, exits, and arrival timing usually matter more near Central, LA than in the middle of the route.
Before You Leave
+
Open the route before leaving Kenner, LA so your first major turns are already loaded.
Day 1
Settle into the route from Kenner, LA
This is one driving day of about 75.8 miles and 1h 33m.
Your first comfortable stop window is around 17 miles from Kenner, LA.
This route can stay practical as a one-day drive if traffic stays reasonable.
The longest stretch is on I 10 for about 59.2 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 9
5 decision points cluster between mile 0 and 67.4 — 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 49 / Williams Boulevard
Turn right onto LA 49 / Williams Boulevard
Navigation decision point
5
1.8 mi into trip|~3m in|I 10
Merge onto I 10
Merge point - match speed before joining. Lane positioning matters here
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
7
61 mi into trip|~1h 9m in
Take the exit toward LA 3246: Siegen Lane
Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
Exit 163
Toward LA 3246: Siegen Lane
6
66.9 mi into trip|~1h 19m in
Take the exit toward US 190 East: Hammond
Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here
Use the slight right lane.
Toward US 190 East: Hammond
6
67.4 mi into trip|~1h 20m in|Oak Villa Boulevard
Turn left onto Oak Villa Boulevard
Lane positioning matters here
Use the left lane.
Fuel & Cost
Regular Gas
$11.45 one way
$22.90 round trip
$3.84/gal25.4 MPG avg27 kg CO2
Fuel Type
$/gal
One Way
Round Trip
midgrade
$4.21
$12.57
$25.13
premium
$4.56
$13.61
$27.21
diesel
$5.61
$16.74
$33.47
No toll roads detected on this route.
Estimated Trip Cost (one way, 1 person)
Fuel
$11
Meals
$25–$50
Total
$36–$61
Rough estimate based on US averages. Hotel $80–$140/night, meals $25–$50/day.
Estimated CO2 emission: 26.5 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
22.7
0
$7.96
$3.64
Efficient EV
19
0
$6.63
$3.03
EV Truck/SUV
30.3
0
$10.61
$4.85
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
Kenner, LA
Late night
in Kenner on Tuesday
Local time
4:46 AM
CDT
Current temp
86°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
Destination
Central, LA
Late night
in Central on Tuesday
Local time
4:46 AM
CDT
Current temp
86°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
86°F
Shenandoah, LA
38 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
Very similar conditions
Both ends of the route are sitting at about the same temperature right now.
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.
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...
Park data from the National Park Service API. Alerts update every 2 hours.
More Details
What kind of drive is this?
Expect a highway-dominant drive, with 78% of the journey on major roadways. You'll experience a significant uninterrupted stretch of 59.2 miles on I-10, which forms the backbone of this route. While largely a highway-focused experience, the inclusion of Joor Road and Airline Highway offers slight variations in the driving environment. The overall character is one of efficient travel, prioritizing getting you from point A to point B with minimal fuss on well-maintained roads.
78% 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: 59.2 mi on I 10.
How Hard Is This Drive?
5/10
This is a straightforward highway drive that stays mostly on I 10 and Joor Road. 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 49 / Williams Boulevard.
Driving Effort5/10
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 75.8 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 49 / Williams Boulevard): Navigation decision point; at 1.8 miles (I 10): Merge point - match speed before joining. Lane positioning matters here; at 61 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here.
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 33m. Total distance: 75.8 miles.
Family Friendly
Moderate complexity with 0 natural rest stops along the way.
Solo Traveler
1h 33m drive, comfortable solo distance.
First-Time Driver
Mostly highway driving (78%). Some complex stretches to watch for.
Frequently Asked Questions
The longest stretch is about 59.2 miles on I 10. The full list of main roads is in the Roads section above.
Yes — we found about 3 rest areas or service plazas 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.
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 49 / Williams Boulevard): Navigation decision point; at 1.8 miles (I 10): Merge point - match speed before joining. Lane positioning matters here; at 61 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here.
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 Central, LA before heading back.
