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Trip from Kenner, LA to Colfax, LA
Pin this tripCompiled and reviewed by the US Trip Planner planning team at COD Solutions Oy · Last reviewed Oct 23, 2026 · Editorial standards
Drive Time
4h 15m
Distance
217.6 mi
350 km
Drive Score
10/10
Great drive
Same Day?
Yes, doable
Fuel Cost
$33
one way
EV Charging
Unknown
Best Time to Leave
4 AM
4h 2m
★
6 AM
4h 15m
8 AM
4h 42m
10 AM
4h 25m
12 PM
4h 22m
3 PM
4h 26m
5 PM
4h 40m
8 PM
4h 7m
Estimated drive times based on typical traffic patterns. Actual times may vary with weather, construction, and real-time conditions.
Kenner, LA
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Colfax, LA
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Trip Overview
Kenner, LA to Colfax, LA is 217.6 miles and takes about 4h 15m via Williams Boulevard and I 10 West, with a fuel budget near $32 and enough daylight to finish in a day. This trip stays within Louisiana, beginning in the Southeast region and ending in the same. Expect a drive that's mostly on surface roads, offering a more grounded perspective of the landscape. With only one recommended stop and a relatively short duration, this route is ideal for a single-day excursion.
Trip Pace
Same-day drive is realistic
A same-day return is possible, but it will make for a full day on the road.
Break Rhythm
1 planned break
Plan on a short reset every 3 to 4 hours to stay fresh behind the wheel.
Midpoint
108.8 miles from Kenner, LA
A natural place for your longest stop of the day , about 2h 10m into the drive .
Main Roads
| Road | Distance | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| Charles I. "Doc" Hudson Highway | 79.4 mi | 1h 20m |
| I 10 | 71.3 mi | 1h 20m |
| State Route 1 | 49 mi | 1h 2m |
| Highway 8 | 8.6 mi | 15m |
| North Lobdell Highway | 3.6 mi | 4m |
| 2nd Street | 1.5 mi | 2m |
| Williams Boulevard | 1.3 mi | 2m |
| State Route 8 | 0.9 mi | 1m |
Longest stretch:
Charles I. "Doc" Hudson Highway
— 79.4 mi, about 1h 20m
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Kenner, LA and Colfax, 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
67 mi
·
1 hr 15 min
·
I 10
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
6
Keep slight left at fork onto I 10
3.9 mi
·
4 min
·
I 10
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
7
Take the exit
0.3 mi
·
44 sec
Exit 151
Toward LA 415: Lobdell
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
8
Keep slight right at fork
317 ft
·
7 sec
Toward LA 415: Lobdell
Use the right lane.
9
Merge onto LA 415
3.6 mi
·
4 min
·
North Lobdell Highway
Use the straight / right lanes.
10
Merge onto US 190; LA 1
49 mi
·
1 hr 2 min
·
State Route 1
Use the straight lane.
11
Take the exit
0.3 mi
·
36 sec
Toward I 49 North, US 167 North: Alexandria
12
Merge onto I 49; US 167
79 mi
·
1 hr 20 min
·
Charles I. "Doc" Hudson Highway
13
Take the exit
0.4 mi
·
51 sec
Toward LA 8 East, LA 1200: Boyce
14
Turn right onto LA 8; LA 1200
0.9 mi
·
1 min
·
State Route 8
15
Continue on LA 8
8.6 mi
·
15 min
·
Highway 8
16
Continue on LA 8
1.5 mi
·
2 min
·
2nd Street
17
Turn right onto LA 8
0.4 mi
·
43 sec
·
Main Street
18
Turn right onto 8th Street
50 ft
·
2 sec
·
8th Street
19
Arrive at destination
8th Street
Trip Plan
Given the 4h 15m estimated drive time, leaving Kenner in the morning allows ample time to reach Colfax before dark. Plan for one stop along the way to stretch your legs or refuel; with a fuel cost estimate of $32, it's a good idea to fill up before you leave Kenner or at your planned stop. The route primarily uses surface roads, so be prepared for potential local traffic delays, especially around towns. Keep an eye on your fuel gauge, as the drive is mostly off the interstate.
Morning Departure
An early start around 7-8 AM gets you there with plenty of daylight left.
Evening Departure
A late afternoon start means arriving after dark. Morning is better.
You can normally do this drive in one day.
Plan roughly 1 meaningful break for fuel, food, and rest.
The halfway point lands around 108.8 miles from Kenner, LA, or about 2h 10m into the drive.
The longest continuous stretch on this route runs about 79.4 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 48 miles or 55m in
Use this first pause for coffee, a restroom break, and a quick traffic check ahead.
Halfway reset
Around 108.8 miles or 2h 10m in
This is the best place for your longest stop, a real meal, and a full fuel check.
Final approach
Final hour starts around 3h 26m
Traffic, exits, and arrival timing usually matter more near Colfax, LA than in the middle of the route.
Before You Leave
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Open the route before leaving Kenner, 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 Kenner, LA
This is one driving day of about 217.6 miles and 4h 15m.
Your first comfortable stop window is around 48 miles from Kenner, 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 Charles I. "Doc" Hudson Highway for about 79.4 miles.
Where to Stop
Rest stops, refuel points, and overnight suggestions along this route.
Mid-route town
Meal stop
109 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 48 miles helps settle the day before fatigue starts building.
Meal break
The midpoint is around 108.8 miles from Kenner, LA, which is a good place for a longer meal and fuel stop.
Before the longest stretch
Fuel checkTop up before Charles I. "Doc" Hudson Highway if your tank is already low. That segment runs about 79.4 miles.
These stop ideas are pacing suggestions — the exact town or exit can change with traffic, hotel plans, and fuel range.
Stops Along Your Drive
Picked by where they fit in your drive — first break, midpoint reset, final stretch.
Love's Travel Stop
0.1 mi from route
Love's Travel Stop
0.1 mi from route
Service Plaza
0.1 mi from route
Service Plaza
0.1 mi from route
I-49 Rest Area
0.2 mi from route
Pilot Travel Center
0.2 mi from route
TA Express
0.3 mi from route
415 South Truck Stop
0.3 mi from route
La1 Truck Stop
1.2 mi from route
TA Express
2.4 mi from route
Place data sourced from public business listings. Hours and availability may vary.
Heads-up: tricky spots
5 of 135 decision points cluster between mile 0 and 73.4 — GPS handles the exact turns, but know they're coming. Your lane choice matters more than the turn itself.
5
0 mi into trip
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~0m in
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LA 49 / Williams Boulevard
Turn right onto LA 49 / Williams Boulevard
Navigation decision point
5
1.8 mi into trip
|
~3m in
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I 10
Merge onto I 10
Merge point - match speed before joining. Lane positioning matters here
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
6
69.1 mi into trip
|
~1h 19m in
|
I 10
Keep slight left at fork onto I 10
Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
7
73.1 mi into trip
|
~1h 24m in
Take the exit toward LA 415: Lobdell
Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
Exit 151
Toward LA 415: Lobdell
7
73.4 mi into trip
|
~1h 25m in
Keep slight right at fork toward LA 415: Lobdell
Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here
Use the right lane.
Toward LA 415: Lobdell
Fuel & Cost
Regular Gas
$33.31 one way
$66.62 round trip
$3.89/gal
25.4 MPG avg
76 kg CO2
| Fuel Type | $/gal | One Way | Round Trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| midgrade | $4.31 | $36.89 | $73.78 |
| premium | $4.65 | $39.83 | $79.66 |
| diesel | $6.28 | $53.77 | $107.53 |
No toll roads detected on this route.
Estimated Trip Cost (one way, 1 person)
Fuel
$33
Meals
$25–$50
Total
$58–$83
Rough estimate based on US averages. Hotel $80–$140/night, meals $25–$50/day.
Estimated CO2 emission: 76.1 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-10-19.
Driving Electric?
About $23 in charging · 0 stops · 67% less CO2
| Vehicle Type | kWh | Stops | DC Fast | Home Charge |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Average EV | 65.3 | 0 | $22.85 | $10.44 |
| Efficient EV | 54.4 | 0 | $19.04 | $8.70 |
| EV Truck/SUV | 87 | 1 | $30.46 | $13.93 |
Gas CO2
76 kg
EV CO2
25 kg (67% less)
Plan for 0 charging stops, roughly every 270 miles. Allow 25-40 minutes per stop at a DC fast charger.
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.
Origin
Kenner, LA
Morning in Kenner on Friday
Local time
6:53 AM
CDT
Current temp
75°F
Sunny
NE 5 to 10 mph
0% chance
Live forecast
Destination
Colfax, LA
Morning in Colfax on Friday
Local time
6:53 AM
CDT
Current temp
77°F
Sunny
E 5 mph
0% chance
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
2 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
4h 15m on the road
An early start around 7-8 AM gets you there with plenty of daylight left.
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
View on nps.gov
Cane River Creole National Historical Park
National Historical Park
The Cane River region is home to a unique culture; the Creoles. Generations of the same families of workers, enslaved and tenant, and owners lived on these lands for over 200 years. The park tells the...
20 mi from route
~49 min detour
Free
near mile 217.6
View on nps.gov
Park data from the National Park Service API. Alerts update every 2 hours.
What kind of drive is this?
This route is almost entirely surface roads, with a 0% highway share. You'll start on Williams Boulevard and transition to I 10 West before moving to LA 415. The bulk of your driving will be on surface roads, so anticipate a more typical pace with traffic lights and local intersections rather than high-speed cruising. The longest stretch without a significant break is not specified, but the total drive time suggests a steady, consistent pace.
60% highway — fuel and pacing are the main things to plan.
19 navigation steps total — most of the decisions cluster near the start and finish.
Longest single stretch: 79.4 mi on Charles I. "Doc" Hudson Highway.
How Hard Is This Drive?
9/10
This route mixes highway mileage with some local-road sections near the start or finish. This route has several spots where lane changes, forks, or exits need your full attention. The trickiest moment comes early in the drive near LA 49 / Williams Boulevard.
Driving Effort
9/10
High effort - long or complex enough to need steady focus all day
Balances navigation complexity with total wheel time.
This is a demanding drive. With 13 significant decision points across 217.6 miles, you will need to stay alert - especially through interchange areas and urban stretches. Consider splitting it into segments if you are not comfortable with fast highway navigation.
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 69.1 miles (I 10): Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here.
Elevation Profile
Mostly flat terrain
96 ft
0 ft
Total Climb
106 ft
Total Descent
10 ft
Highest Point
96 ft
~217.6 mi in
Elevation Range
96 ft
About the Cities
Starting in Kenner, LA
Full guide →Founded 1855
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.
Arriving in Colfax, LA
Full guide →Founded 1869
Central is a region in Louisiana. This area is also known as Cenla or the Crossroads.
Top landmarks
- • Colfax Jail — historic building in Colfax, Louisiana, United States
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 4h 15m. Total distance: 217.6 miles.
Family Friendly
Moderate complexity with 1 natural rest stops along the way.
Solo Traveler
4h 15m drive, comfortable solo distance.
Frequently Asked Questions
The longest stretch is about 79.4 miles on Charles I. "Doc" Hudson Highway. The full list of main roads is in the Roads section above.
Yes — we found about 11 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.
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 Colfax, LA before sunset when you can. Check the Trip Plan for departure windows that land you in daylight.
Only with planning. This is a long drive for kids — consider splitting it into two days rather than pushing through. Plan at least 1 meaningful breaks. There are 11 rest areas along the route for bathroom stops.
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 69.1 miles (I 10): Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here.
Yes — New Orleans Jazz National Historical Park and Cane River Creole National Historical Park. See the National Parks section for detour distances and tips on detours.
Possible but tiring. At 4.3 hours each way, an in-and-out day trip would put you behind the wheel for 8.5 hours — manageable with a long break at Colfax, LA, but most travelers stay overnight.
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, USGS 3DEP for elevation, and NPS for national parks. See our methodology for refresh cadence and limitations.
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