Origin
Kenner, LA
Evening in Kenner on Saturday
Local time
8:27 PM
CDT
Current temp
64°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
Trip from Kenner, LA to Red Chute, LA
Compiled and reviewed by the US Trip Planner planning team at COD Solutions Oy · Last reviewed Apr 19, 2026 · Editorial standards
Drive Time
6h
Distance
323.3 mi
520 km
Drive Score
10/10
Great drive
Same Day?
Yes, doable
Fuel Cost
$49
one way
EV Charging
Unknown
Best Time to Leave
4 AM
5h 47m
★
6 AM
6h 0m
8 AM
6h 26m
10 AM
6h 9m
12 PM
6h 7m
3 PM
6h 11m
5 PM
6h 25m
8 PM
5h 53m
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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Red Chute, LA
Joshuan Barboza
Trip Overview
This 323.3-mile drive from Kenner, Louisiana, to Red Chute, Louisiana, is a full day's journey, estimated to take about 6 hours. You'll navigate using Williams Boulevard and I-10 West before transitioning to LA-415. Given the duration and the nature of the route, it's best tackled as a single-day trip. Expect a fuel cost of approximately $49 for this journey. Since both your origin and destination are in the Southeast region, you won't be crossing state lines, but you'll still experience a significant shift in local landscapes as you head northwest. This route offers a practical way to connect these two Louisiana points.
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
161.7 miles from Kenner, LA
A natural place for your longest stop of the day , about 3h 9m into the drive .
Main Roads
| Road | Distance | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| Charles I. "Doc" Hudson Highway | 186.3 mi | 3h 10m |
| I 10 | 71.3 mi | 1h 20m |
| State Route 1 | 49 mi | 1h 2m |
| Purple Heart Recipients Highway | 5.3 mi | 7m |
| North Lobdell Highway | 3.6 mi | 4m |
| East Texas Street | 3.1 mi | 4m |
| Williams Boulevard | 1.3 mi | 2m |
| Highway 80 | 0.7 mi | 1m |
Longest stretch:
Charles I. "Doc" Hudson Highway
— 186.3 mi, about 3h 10m
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Kenner, LA and Red Chute, 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
186 mi
·
3 hr 10 min
·
Charles I. "Doc" Hudson Highway
13
Keep slight right at fork
0.2 mi
·
28 sec
Toward I 20: Dallas, Monroe
14
Keep slight right at fork
0.6 mi
·
1 min
Toward I 20 East: Monroe
15
Merge onto I 20
5.3 mi
·
7 min
·
Purple Heart Recipients Highway
16
Take the exit
0.2 mi
·
22 sec
Toward Industrial Drive, Barksdale AFB
17
Keep slight left at fork
139 ft
·
7 sec
18
Turn left onto LA 782-2
0.3 mi
·
40 sec
·
Industrial Drive
19
Continue on Industrial Drive
0.2 mi
·
24 sec
·
Industrial Drive
20
Turn straight onto US 79; US 80
3.1 mi
·
4 min
·
East Texas Street
21
Continue on US 79; US 80
0.7 mi
·
1 min
·
Highway 80
22
Continue on US 79; US 80
74 ft
·
7 sec
·
Highway 80
23
Arrive at destination
US 79; US 80
Trip Plan
For this 6-hour drive, consider an early morning departure from Kenner to maximize daylight and minimize potential traffic delays, especially around the initial urban areas. With 323.3 miles to cover, plan for at least one stop to stretch your legs and refuel, though the 'turn-heavy local drive' profile means you'll likely encounter opportunities more frequently. The estimated fuel cost is $49, so ensure your tank is full before you leave. Keep an eye on your GPS for the transitions between Williams Boulevard, I-10 West, and LA-415, as these are key to staying on course for Red Chute.
Morning Departure
Start early — leave by 6-7 AM to arrive at a reasonable hour.
Evening Departure
This is a long drive — plan for a morning departure or consider splitting it into two days.
You can normally do this drive in one day.
Plan roughly 1 meaningful break for fuel, food, and rest.
The halfway point lands around 161.7 miles from Kenner, LA, or about 3h 9m into the drive.
The longest continuous stretch on this route runs about 186.3 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 71 miles or 1h 21m in
Use this first pause for coffee, a restroom break, and a quick traffic check ahead.
Halfway reset
Around 161.7 miles or 3h 9m in
This is the best place for your longest stop, a real meal, and a full fuel check.
Final approach
Final hour starts around 4h 55m
Traffic, exits, and arrival timing usually matter more near Red Chute, 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.
+
Leave with enough water and a charging cable within reach, not packed away.
+
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 323.3 miles and 6h.
Your first comfortable stop window is around 71 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 186.3 miles.
Where to Stop
Rest stops, refuel points, and overnight suggestions along this route.
Mid-route town
Meal stop
162 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 71 miles helps settle the day before fatigue starts building.
Meal break
The midpoint is around 161.7 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 186.3 miles.
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 165 decision points cluster between mile 0 and 312.7 — 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
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
6
312.7 mi into trip
|
~5h 43m in
Keep slight right at fork toward I 20: Dallas, Monroe
Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one
Toward I 20: Dallas, Monroe
Fuel & Cost
Regular Gas
$48.83 one way
$97.65 round trip
$3.84/gal
25.4 MPG avg
113 kg CO2
| Fuel Type | $/gal | One Way | Round Trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| midgrade | $4.21 | $53.60 | $107.20 |
| premium | $4.56 | $58.03 | $116.06 |
| diesel | $5.61 | $71.38 | $142.76 |
No toll roads detected on this route.
Estimated Trip Cost (one way, 1 person)
Fuel
$49
Meals
$25–$50
Total
$74–$99
Rough estimate based on US averages. Hotel $80–$140/night, meals $25–$50/day.
Estimated CO2 emission: 113.1 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-13.
Driving Electric?
About $34 in charging · 1 stop · 66% less CO2
| Vehicle Type | kWh | Stops | DC Fast | Home Charge |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Average EV | 97 | 1 | $33.95 | $15.52 |
| Efficient EV | 80.8 | 0 | $28.29 | $12.93 |
| EV Truck/SUV | 129.3 | 1 | $45.26 | $20.69 |
Gas CO2
113 kg
EV CO2
38 kg (66% less)
Plan for 1 charging stop. A 30-minute DC fast charge mid-route should be enough to complete the trip comfortably.
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
Red Chute, LA
Evening in Red Chute on Saturday
Local time
8:27 PM
CDT
Current temp
83°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
85°F
Alexandria, LA
162 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
19 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
6h on the road
Start early — leave by 6-7 AM to arrive at a reasonable hour.
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.
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...
4 mi from route
~11 min detour
Free
near mile 234.1
View on nps.gov
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
Park data from the National Park Service API. Alerts update every 2 hours.
What kind of drive is this?
This is a turn-heavy local drive, with no highway mileage to speak of, meaning you'll be on surface streets and state routes for the majority of the 323.3 miles. The 'profile' indicates a driving experience that requires constant attention to turns and traffic signals rather than sustained high-speed travel. While there isn't a 'longest stretch' noted, the absence of significant highway segments suggests frequent changes in speed and scenery. This route is characterized by its local feel, moving you through communities rather than bypassing them on interstates.
37% highway, the rest on surface roads — varied driving throughout.
23 navigation steps total — most of the decisions cluster near the start and finish.
Longest single stretch: 186.3 mi on Charles I. "Doc" Hudson Highway.
How Hard Is This Drive?
10/10
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
10/10
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 16 significant decision points across 323.3 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 69.1 miles (I 10): Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here; at 73.1 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here.
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 6h. Total distance: 323.3 miles.
Family Friendly
Moderate complexity with 1 natural rest stops along the way.
Solo Traveler
6h drive, plan rest stops for pacing.
Scenic Drive
Mixed highway & surface route profile with national parks nearby.
Frequently Asked Questions
The longest stretch is about 186.3 miles on Charles I. "Doc" Hudson Highway. The full list of main roads is in the Roads section above.
We did not find dedicated rest areas on this route. For a drive this long, plan bathroom and stretch breaks around gas stations, fast-food stops, or small-town downtowns — check the Nearby Places section for options.
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 Red Chute, 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. Dedicated rest areas are limited, so plan gas or food stops as your bathroom breaks.
The main spots that need attention: near the start (LA 49 / Williams Boulevard): Navigation decision point; at 69.1 miles (I 10): Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here; at 73.1 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here.
Yes — Cane River Creole National Historical Park and New Orleans Jazz National Historical Park. See the National Parks section for detour distances and tips on detours.
Not recommended in a single day. At 6.0 hours each way, a round trip means 12.0 hours of driving — that is an unsafe level of fatigue for most drivers. Plan at least one night at Red Chute, LA before the return drive.
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 NPS for national parks. See our methodology for refresh cadence and limitations.
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