Origin
Kenner, LA
Late night in Kenner on Tuesday
Local time
5:26 AM
CDT
Current temp
86°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
Trip from Kenner, LA to Waggaman, LA
Pin this tripCompiled and reviewed by the US Trip Planner planning team at COD Solutions Oy · Last reviewed Apr 21, 2026 · Editorial standards
Drive Time
20m
Distance
10.9 mi
18 km
Drive Score
8/10
Great drive
Same Day?
Yes, doable
Fuel Cost
$2
one way
EV Charging
Good
7 stations
Best Time to Leave
4 AM
0h 19m
★
6 AM
0h 21m
8 AM
0h 24m
10 AM
0h 22m
12 PM
0h 22m
3 PM
0h 22m
5 PM
0h 24m
8 PM
0h 20m
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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Waggaman, LA
Richy Dannielz
Trip Overview
If you are looking for a quick connection across Southeast Louisiana, the 10.9-mile journey from Kenner to Waggaman is a straightforward endeavor. You can expect to complete this trip in about 20 minutes, making it an ideal candidate for a single-day excursion. With fuel costs estimated at just $2, it is an incredibly budget-friendly commute that requires no overnight stops. Navigating this route involves a mix of local roads like West Metairie Avenue and LA 18, tied together by the Huey P. Long Bridge. Because both locations are situated within the Southeast region, you will experience a consistent local atmosphere throughout the entire drive.
Main Roads
| Road | Distance | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| Huey P. Long Bridge | 2.5 mi | 3m |
| LA 18 | 2.3 mi | 4m |
| West Metairie Avenue | 1.8 mi | 4m |
| South Clearview Parkway | 1.1 mi | 1m |
| Earhart Expressway | 0.8 mi | 1m |
| Dickory Avenue | 0.6 mi | 1m |
| David Drive | 0.5 mi | 1m |
| Williams Boulevard | 0.2 mi | <1m |
Longest stretch:
Huey P. Long Bridge
— 2.5 mi, about 3m
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Kenner, LA and Waggaman, LA.
1
Start on 21st Street
38 ft
·
5 sec
·
21st Street
2
Turn right onto LA 49
0.2 mi
·
31 sec
·
Williams Boulevard
3
Turn left onto West Metairie Avenue
1.8 mi
·
4 min
·
West Metairie Avenue
Use the left lane.
4
Turn right onto David Drive
0.5 mi
·
1 min
·
David Drive
5
Continue on LA 3154
0.2 mi
·
20 sec
·
Hickory Avenue
6
Continue on LA 3154
0.6 mi
·
1 min
·
Dickory Avenue
7
Turn left onto LA 3139
0.8 mi
·
1 min
·
Earhart Expressway
8
Take the exit
0.3 mi
·
32 sec
Toward LA 3152: Clearview Parkway, Huey P Long Bridge
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
9
Keep slight right at fork
0.3 mi
·
45 sec
Toward Clearview Parkway, Huey P Long Bridge
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
10
Merge onto LA 3152
1.1 mi
·
1 min
·
South Clearview Parkway
Use the left lane.
11
Continue on US 90
2.5 mi
·
3 min
·
Huey P. Long Bridge
12
Continue on LA 18
2.3 mi
·
4 min
·
LA 18
Use the right lane.
13
Turn left onto Avondale Garden Road
0.1 mi
·
24 sec
·
Avondale Garden Road
14
Continue on Gambino Road
0.2 mi
·
37 sec
·
Gambino Road
15
Arrive at destination
Gambino Road
Heads-up: tricky spots
5 of 85 decision points cluster between mile 0 and 4.6 — 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
0.3 mi into trip
|
~0m in
|
West Metairie Avenue
Turn left onto West Metairie Avenue
Lane positioning matters here
Use the left lane.
7
4.1 mi into trip
|
~8m in
Take the exit toward LA 3152: Clearview Parkway, Huey P Long Bridge
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.
Toward LA 3152: Clearview Parkway, Huey P Long...
9
4.3 mi into trip
|
~9m in
Keep slight right at fork toward Clearview Parkway, Huey P Long Bridge
Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
Toward Clearview Parkway, Huey P Long Bridge
5
4.6 mi into trip
|
~9m in
|
LA 3152 / South Clearview Parkway
Merge onto LA 3152 / South Clearview Parkway
Merge point - match speed before joining. Lane positioning matters here
Use the left lane.
Fuel & Cost
Regular Gas
$1.65 one way
$3.29 round trip
$3.84/gal
25.4 MPG avg
4 kg CO2
| Fuel Type | $/gal | One Way | Round Trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| midgrade | $4.21 | $1.81 | $3.61 |
| premium | $4.56 | $1.96 | $3.91 |
| diesel | $5.61 | $2.41 | $4.81 |
No toll roads detected on this route.
Drive Cost (one way)
Fuel
$2
Estimated CO2 emission: 3.8 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-13.
Driving Electric?
About $1 in charging · 0 stops · 75% less CO2
| Vehicle Type | kWh | Stops | DC Fast | Home Charge |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Average EV | 3.3 | 0 | $1.14 | $0.52 |
| Efficient EV | 2.7 | 0 | $0.95 | $0.44 |
| EV Truck/SUV | 4.4 | 0 | $1.53 | $0.70 |
Gas CO2
4 kg
EV CO2
1 kg (75% 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
Waggaman, LA
Late night in Waggaman on Tuesday
Local time
5:26 AM
CDT
Current temp
84°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
2 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
20m 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?
Expect a mixed driving profile that transitions quickly from local streets to bridge transit. Highway driving accounts for 39% of your total mileage, providing a brief change of pace from the standard surface roads. The most significant segment of your trip is the 2.5-mile stretch across the Huey P. Long Bridge, which serves as the longest uninterrupted portion of the drive. While the route is relatively short, you will notice the character shift as you move off of the main thoroughfares and onto LA 18. This combination of infrastructure creates a functional, efficient path that avoids the monotony of a long-haul interstate grind.
39% highway, the rest on surface roads — varied driving throughout.
15 navigation steps total — most of the decisions cluster near the start and finish.
Longest single stretch: 2.5 mi on Huey P. Long Bridge.
How Hard Is This Drive?
6/10
This route mixes highway mileage with some local-road sections near the start or finish. You will hit about 8 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 Effort
6/10
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 10.9 miles you will encounter 8 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 0.3 miles (West Metairie Avenue): Lane positioning matters here; at 4.1 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
6 ft
-5 ft
Total Climb
20 ft
Total Descent
14 ft
Highest Point
6 ft
~10.1 mi in
Elevation Range
11 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 20m. Total distance: 10.9 miles.
Family Friendly
Moderate complexity with 0 natural rest stops along the way.
Solo Traveler
20m drive, comfortable solo distance.
EV Driver
0 DC fast chargers along the route. Coverage: unknown.
First-Time Driver
Mostly highway driving (39%). Some complex stretches to watch for.
Scenic Drive
Mixed highway & surface route profile with national parks nearby.
Frequently Asked Questions
The longest stretch is about 2.5 miles on Huey P. Long Bridge. The full list of main roads is in the Roads section above.
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 Waggaman, LA before sunset when you can. Check the Trip Plan for departure windows that land you in daylight.
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 0.3 miles (West Metairie Avenue): Lane positioning matters here; at 4.1 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 Waggaman, 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, USGS 3DEP for elevation, and NPS for national parks. See our methodology for refresh cadence and limitations.
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