Compiled and reviewed by the US Trip Planner planning team at COD Solutions Oy · Last reviewed Apr 21, 2026 · Editorial standards
Drive Time
45m
Distance
35.7 mi
58 km
Drive Score
6/10
Good drive
Same Day?
Yes, doable
Fuel Cost
$5
one way
EV Charging
Fair
3 stations
Estimated drive times based on typical traffic patterns. Actual times may vary with weather, construction, and real-time conditions.
Lutcher, LA
Photography Maghradze PH
Kenner, LA
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Lutcher to Kenner is 35.7 miles and takes about 45 minutes via I 10 and LA 641, with a fuel budget near $5 and enough daylight to finish in a day. This short trip stays within Louisiana's Southeast region, offering a straightforward drive. It's a practical option for moving between these two communities, primarily utilizing major roadways. Consider this route if you need an efficient way to cover the distance without extensive planning.
| Road | Distance | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| I 10 | 28 mi | 32m |
| LA 641 | 3.6 mi | 5m |
| Main Street | 2.5 mi | 4m |
| Williams Boulevard | 1 mi | 2m |
| 21st Street | <0.1 mi | <1m |
Step-by-step road directions between Lutcher, LA and Kenner, LA.
Start on LA 641
Turn right onto LA 641; LA 3125
At end of road, turn left onto LA 641; LA 3213
Take the ramp
Merge onto I 10
Take the exit
Keep slight right at fork
Turn right onto LA 49
Turn right onto 21st Street
Arrive at destination
Rest stops, refuel points, and overnight suggestions along this route.
Mid-route town
Meal stop
18 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.
A short stop after about 35.7 miles helps settle the day before fatigue starts building.
The midpoint is around 17.9 miles from Lutcher, 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.
5 decision points cluster between mile 6.5 and 35.7 — GPS handles the exact turns, but know they're coming. Your lane choice matters more than the turn itself.
Merge onto I 10
Merge point - match speed before joining. Lane positioning matters here
Take the exit toward LA 49: Williams Boulevard, New Orleans International Airport
Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one
Keep slight right at fork toward LA 49 South: New Orleans International Airport, Williams Boulevard South
Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one
Turn right onto LA 49 / Williams Boulevard
Lane positioning matters here
Turn right onto 21st Street
Navigation decision point
Regular Gas
$5.39 one way
$10.78 round trip
| Fuel Type | $/gal | One Way | Round Trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| midgrade | $4.21 | $5.92 | $11.84 |
| premium | $4.56 | $6.41 | $12.82 |
| diesel | $5.61 | $7.88 | $15.76 |
No toll roads detected on this route.
Drive Cost (one way)
Fuel
$5
Estimated CO2 emission: 12.5 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-13.
Driving Electric?
About $4 in charging · 0 stops · 67% less CO2
| Vehicle Type | kWh | Stops | DC Fast | Home Charge |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Average EV | 10.7 | 0 | $3.75 | $1.71 |
| Efficient EV | 8.9 | 0 | $3.12 | $1.43 |
| EV Truck/SUV | 14.3 | 0 | $5.00 | $2.28 |
Gas CO2
12 kg
EV CO2
4 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.
Current conditions at both ends of the drive.
Origin
Late night in Lutcher on Tuesday
Local time
5:56 AM
CDT
Current temp
87°F
Mostly Cloudy
Destination
Late night in Kenner on Tuesday
Local time
5:56 AM
CDT
Current temp
86°F
Unavailable
Time zone
Origin and destination are on the same clock, so arrival timing is easier to judge at a glance.
Temperature spread
A meaningful temperature swing is a good cue to rethink layers, water, and how soon you want to arrive.
Road read
The weather snapshot is not static. If you are leaving later, give both cities one more quick forecast check before departure.
Weather data from the National Weather Service. Conditions may change; check closer to your travel date.
This drive is 88% highway-focused, meaning you'll spend most of your time on high-speed roads. The longest uninterrupted stretch is 28 miles on I 10, providing a consistent pace. You'll transition from LA 641 onto Main Street as you near your destination. Expect a functional, no-frills driving experience designed for getting from point A to point B quickly.
This is a straightforward highway drive that stays mostly on I 10 and LA 641. You will hit about 8 points where you need to pay attention to lane position or signs. The trickiest moment comes around 6.5 miles in near I 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 35.7 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: at 6.5 miles (I 10): Merge point - match speed before joining. Lane positioning matters here; at 34.4 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one; at 34.7 miles: Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one.
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).
Weekend Trip
Doable as a same-day drive at 45m. Total distance: 35.7 miles.
Family Friendly
Moderate complexity with 0 natural rest stops along the way.
Solo Traveler
45m drive, comfortable solo distance.
EV Driver
0 DC fast chargers along the route. Coverage: unknown.
First-Time Driver
Mostly highway driving (88%). Some complex stretches to watch for.
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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