Prien to Kenner is 200.6 miles and takes about 3h 49m via I 10, with a fuel budget near $30 and enough daylight to finish in a day. This trip stays within Louisiana, connecting two points in the Southeast region. Expect a drive that's almost entirely on the interstate, making it a straightforward transit. Given the relatively short distance and duration, this route is ideal for a single-day trip, especially if you're looking to get to your destination efficiently without much fuss.
Trip Pace
Same-day drive is realistic
A same-day return is realistic if you keep stops short.
Break Rhythm
1 planned break
A short stop every 2 to 3 hours is enough for this drive.
Midpoint
100.3 miles from Prien, LA
A natural place for your longest stop of the day
, about 1h 56m into the drive
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Main Roads
Road
Distance
Duration
I 10
188.7 mi
3h 29m
1st Lieutenant Douglas B Fournet Memorial Parkway
8.2 mi
10m
Williams Boulevard
1 mi
2m
West Prien Lake Road
0.5 mi
1m
Henderson Bayou Road
0.5 mi
1m
Lock Lane
0.3 mi
1m
Cove Lane
<0.1 mi
<1m
21st Street
<0.1 mi
<1m
Longest stretch:
I 10
— 188.7 mi, about 3h 29m
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Prien, LA and Kenner, LA.
1
Start on Lock Lane
0.3 mi·1 min·Lock Lane
2
Turn right onto Henderson Bayou Road
0.5 mi·1 min·Henderson Bayou Road
3
At end of road, turn left onto West Prien Lake Road
0.5 mi·1 min·West Prien Lake Road
4
Enter roundabout onto Cove Lane
128 ft·3 sec·Cove Lane
5
Continue on Cove Lane
316 ft·10 sec·Cove Lane
6
Take the ramp
0.4 mi·49 sec
Toward I 210 East: Lafayette
7
Merge onto I 210
8.2 mi·10 min·1st Lieutenant Douglas B Fournet Memorial Parkway
8
Keep slight right at fork
0.6 mi·56 sec
Toward I 10 East: Lafayette
9
Merge onto I 10
189 mi·3 hr 29 min·I 10
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
10
Take the exit
0.2 mi·23 sec
Exit 223A-BToward LA 49: Williams Boulevard, New Orleans International AirportUse the straight / slight right lanes.
11
Keep slight right at fork
174 ft·4 sec
Toward LA 49 South: New Orleans International Airport, Williams Boulevard SouthUse the right lane.
12
Turn right onto LA 49
1.0 mi·2 min·Williams Boulevard
Use the right lane.
13
Turn right onto 21st Street
38 ft·1 sec·21st Street
14
Arrive at destination
21st Street
Trip Plan
Leaving Prien in the morning, around 9 AM, should put you in Kenner by early afternoon, well before evening. With a drive of under 4 hours, you likely won't need many stops, but it's wise to plan at least one for fuel and a break. The $30 fuel cost estimate suggests filling up before you leave or at a station along I 10. Keep an eye on traffic as you get closer to Kenner, as congestion can increase, particularly during peak commute times.
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 100.3 miles from Prien, LA, or about 1h 56m into the drive.
The longest continuous stretch on this route runs about 188.7 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 44 miles or 53m in
Use this first pause for coffee, a restroom break, and a quick traffic check ahead.
Halfway reset
Around 100.3 miles or 1h 56m 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 7m
Traffic, exits, and arrival timing usually matter more near Kenner, LA than in the middle of the route.
Before You Leave
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Open the route before leaving Prien, 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 Prien, LA
This is one driving day of about 200.6 miles and 3h 49m.
Your first comfortable stop window is around 44 miles from Prien, 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 I 10 for about 188.7 miles.
Where to Stop
Rest stops, refuel points, and overnight suggestions along this route.
Place data sourced from public business listings. Hours and availability may vary.
Heads-up: tricky spots
5 of 11
5 decision points cluster between mile 10 and 199.6 — GPS handles the exact turns, but know they're coming. Your lane choice matters more than the turn itself.
5
10 mi into trip|~15m in
Keep slight right at fork toward I 10 East: Lafayette
Highway fork - watch signs carefully
Toward I 10 East: Lafayette
5
10.6 mi into trip|~16m in|I 10
Merge onto I 10
Merge point - match speed before joining. Lane positioning matters here
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
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199.3 mi into trip|~3h 46m in
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
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
Exit 223A-B
Toward LA 49: Williams Boulevard, New Orleans I...
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199.6 mi into trip|~3h 47m in
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
Use the right lane.
Toward LA 49 South: New Orleans International A...
5
199.6 mi into trip|~3h 47m in|LA 49 / Williams Boulevard
Turn right onto LA 49 / Williams Boulevard
Lane positioning matters here
Use the right lane.
Fuel & Cost
Regular Gas
$30.30 one way
$60.59 round trip
$3.84/gal25.4 MPG avg70 kg CO2
Fuel Type
$/gal
One Way
Round Trip
midgrade
$4.21
$33.26
$66.51
premium
$4.56
$36.01
$72.01
diesel
$5.61
$44.29
$88.58
No toll roads detected on this route.
Estimated Trip Cost (one way, 1 person)
Fuel
$30
Meals
$25–$50
Total
$55–$80
Rough estimate based on US averages. Hotel $80–$140/night, meals $25–$50/day.
Estimated CO2 emission: 70.2 kg one way.
Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-13.
Driving Electric?
About $21 in charging
· 0 stops
· 67% less CO2
Vehicle Type
kWh
Stops
DC Fast
Home Charge
Average EV
60.2
0
$21.06
$9.63
Efficient EV
50.2
0
$17.55
$8.02
EV Truck/SUV
80.2
1
$28.08
$12.84
Gas CO2
70 kg
EV CO2
23 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.
Travel Intel
Current conditions at both ends of the drive.
Forecast as of Apr 20, 2026
Origin
Prien, LA
Late night
in Prien on Tuesday
Local time
3:47 AM
CDT
Current temp
84°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
Destination
Kenner, LA
Late night
in Kenner on Tuesday
Local time
3:47 AM
CDT
Current temp
86°F
Unavailable
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
3h 49m 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.
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
near mile 200.6
Park data from the National Park Service API. Alerts update every 2 hours.
More Details
What kind of drive is this?
This is a highway-focused drive with 98% of the 200.6 miles on interstates. You'll spend most of your time on I 10, with one stretch of 188.7 miles on this highway. The transition to surface roads happens near the end, with Williams Boulevard marking the final leg into Kenner. Be prepared for frequent exits and merges as you approach the New Orleans metropolitan area on I 10.
98% highway — fuel and pacing are the main things to plan.
14 navigation steps total — most of the decisions cluster near the start and finish.
Longest single stretch: 188.7 mi on I 10.
How Hard Is This Drive?
6/10
This is a straightforward highway drive that stays mostly on I 10 and 1st Lieutenant Douglas B Fournet Memorial Parkway. You will hit about 11 points where you need to pay attention to lane position or signs. The trickiest moment comes around 10 miles in.
Driving Effort6/10
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 200.6 miles you will encounter 11 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 10 miles: Highway fork - watch signs carefully; at 10.6 miles (I 10): Merge point - match speed before joining. Lane positioning matters here; at 199.3 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. 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.
Doable as a same-day drive at 3h 49m. Total distance: 200.6 miles.
Family Friendly
Moderate complexity with 1 natural rest stops along the way.
Solo Traveler
3h 49m drive, comfortable solo distance.
First-Time Driver
Mostly highway driving (98%). Some complex stretches to watch for.
Frequently Asked Questions
The longest stretch is about 188.7 miles on I 10. The full list of main roads is in the Roads section above.
Yes — we found about 1 rest area or service plaza 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 Kenner, 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 1 rest area along the route for bathroom stops.
The main spots that need attention: at 10 miles: Highway fork - watch signs carefully; at 10.6 miles (I 10): Merge point - match speed before joining. Lane positioning matters here; at 199.3 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.
Possible but tiring. At 3.8 hours each way, an in-and-out day trip would put you behind the wheel for 7.6 hours — manageable with a long break at Kenner, LA, but most travelers stay overnight.
