Origin
Kenner, LA
Morning in Kenner on Sunday
Local time
7:53 AM
CDT
Current temp
64°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
Trip from Kenner, LA to Donaldsonville, 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 6m
Distance
55 mi
88 km
Drive Score
7/10
Good drive
Same Day?
Yes, doable
Fuel Cost
$8
one way
EV Charging
Unknown
Best Time to Leave
4 AM
1h 1m
★
6 AM
1h 6m
8 AM
1h 17m
10 AM
1h 10m
12 PM
1h 9m
3 PM
1h 11m
5 PM
1h 17m
8 PM
1h 3m
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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Donaldsonville, LA
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Trip Overview
This 55-mile drive from Kenner, Louisiana, to Donaldsonville, Louisiana, is an easy day trip, taking about 1 hour and 6 minutes to complete. With 88% of the journey on highways, you'll spend most of your time on the interstate, making for a straightforward travel experience. The estimated fuel cost is around $8, which is quite economical for a single-day excursion. Since both locations are within the Southeast region of Louisiana, you won't experience a significant change in scenery or culture. This route is ideal for a quick transfer or a short excursion without the need for an overnight stay, offering convenience and efficiency.
Main Roads
| Road | Distance | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| I 10 | 40 mi | 45m |
| LA 70 | 5.2 mi | 6m |
| Crawford Leblanc Boulevard | 4.3 mi | 5m |
| LA 3089 | 2.9 mi | 3m |
| Williams Boulevard | 1.3 mi | 2m |
| LA 22 | 0.5 mi | <1m |
| 21st Street | <0.1 mi | <1m |
| West 10th Street | — | — |
Some road-level metrics are being recalculated.
Longest stretch:
I 10
— 40 mi, about 45m
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Kenner, LA and Donaldsonville, 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
40 mi
·
45 min
·
I 10
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
6
Take the exit
0.3 mi
·
34 sec
Exit 182
Toward LA 22: Sorrento, Donaldsonville
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
7
Turn left onto LA 22
0.5 mi
·
57 sec
·
LA 22
8
Enter roundabout onto LA 70
208 ft
·
12 sec
·
Crawford Leblanc Boulevard
9
Continue on LA 70
4.2 mi
·
4 min
·
Crawford Leblanc Boulevard
10
Turn straight onto LA 70
5.2 mi
·
6 min
·
LA 70
11
Keep slight right at fork onto LA 3089
2.9 mi
·
3 min
·
LA 3089
Toward LA 3009: Donaldsonville
12
Arrive at destination
LA 1
Where to Stop
Rest stops, refuel points, and overnight suggestions along this route.
Mid-route town
Meal stop
28 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 12 miles helps settle the day before fatigue starts building.
Meal break
The midpoint is around 27.5 miles from Kenner, 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 65 decision points cluster between mile 0 and 52.1 — 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.
8
41.8 mi into trip
|
~49m in
Take the exit toward LA 22: Sorrento, Donaldsonville
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 182
Toward LA 22: Sorrento, Donaldsonville
4
42.6 mi into trip
|
~50m in
|
LA 70 / Crawford Leblanc Boulevard
Enter roundabout onto LA 70 / Crawford Leblanc Boulevard
Roundabout - know your exit number before entering
5
52.1 mi into trip
|
~1h 2m in
|
LA 3089
Keep slight right at fork onto LA 3089 toward LA 3009: Donaldsonville
Highway fork - watch signs carefully
Toward LA 3009: Donaldsonville
Fuel & Cost
Regular Gas
$8.31 one way
$16.61 round trip
$3.84/gal
25.4 MPG avg
19 kg CO2
| Fuel Type | $/gal | One Way | Round Trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| midgrade | $4.21 | $9.12 | $18.24 |
| premium | $4.56 | $9.87 | $19.74 |
| diesel | $5.61 | $12.14 | $24.29 |
No toll roads detected on this route.
Drive Cost (one way)
Fuel
$8
Estimated CO2 emission: 19.2 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-13.
Driving Electric?
About $6 in charging · 0 stops · 68% less CO2
| Vehicle Type | kWh | Stops | DC Fast | Home Charge |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Average EV | 16.5 | 0 | $5.77 | $2.64 |
| Efficient EV | 13.8 | 0 | $4.81 | $2.20 |
| EV Truck/SUV | 22 | 0 | $7.70 | $3.52 |
Gas CO2
19 kg
EV CO2
6 kg (68% 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
Donaldsonville, LA
Morning in Donaldsonville on Sunday
Local time
7:53 AM
CDT
Current temp
60°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
4 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 6m 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 drive is predominantly a highway-focused experience, with 88% of the route utilizing major roadways. Expect long stretches of consistent speed, including a 40-mile segment on I-10 that allows for uninterrupted travel. The primary roads you'll navigate are I-10 and LA 70, supplemented by Crawford Leblanc Boulevard as you approach your destination. While largely a functional interstate journey, the transition to LA 70 may offer a slight change in pace as you move towards more local thoroughfares. The overall character is one of efficiency and directness, prioritizing getting you to Donaldsonville quickly.
88% highway — fuel and pacing are the main things to plan.
12 navigation steps total — most of the decisions cluster near the start and finish.
Longest single stretch: 40 mi on I 10.
How Hard Is This Drive?
4/10
This is a straightforward highway drive that stays mostly on I 10 and LA 70. There are only a few real navigation decisions along the way. The trickiest moment comes early in the drive near LA 49 / Williams Boulevard.
Driving Effort
4/10
Easy - simple navigation with a manageable amount of wheel time
Balances navigation complexity with total wheel time.
This is a straightforward 1h 6m drive. You will face about 6 decision points, but nothing that requires special attention if you follow 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 41.8 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one.
Elevation Profile
Mostly flat terrain
21 ft
-1 ft
Total Climb
34 ft
Total Descent
12 ft
Highest Point
21 ft
~55 mi in
Elevation Range
22 ft
About the Cities
Starting 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 6m. Total distance: 55 miles.
Family Friendly
Moderate complexity with 0 natural rest stops along the way.
Solo Traveler
1h 6m drive, comfortable solo distance.
EV Driver
0 DC fast chargers along the route. Coverage: unknown.
First-Time Driver
Mostly highway driving (88%). Straightforward navigation.
Frequently Asked Questions
The longest stretch is about 40 miles on I 10. The full list of main roads is in the Roads section above.
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 41.8 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one.
Yes. A round trip is manageable in a single day if you plan a break at Donaldsonville, 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 USGS 3DEP for elevation. See our methodology for refresh cadence and limitations.
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