Origin
Shenandoah, LA
Late night in Shenandoah on Tuesday
Local time
4:12 AM
CDT
Current temp
86°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
Trip from Shenandoah, LA to Kenner, 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
1h 15m
Distance
62.7 mi
101 km
Drive Score
7/10
Good drive
Same Day?
Yes, doable
Fuel Cost
$9
one way
EV Charging
Good
5 stations
Best Time to Leave
4 AM
1h 10m
★
6 AM
1h 16m
8 AM
1h 28m
10 AM
1h 20m
12 PM
1h 19m
3 PM
1h 20m
5 PM
1h 27m
8 PM
1h 12m
Estimated drive times based on typical traffic patterns. Actual times may vary with weather, construction, and real-time conditions.
Shenandoah, LA
Sami Aksu
Kenner, LA
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Trip Overview
This 62.7-mile drive from Shenandoah to Kenner, Louisiana, can be completed in about 1 hour and 15 minutes, making it a convenient day trip. With 89% of the journey on highways, the route is largely focused on efficient travel. The estimated fuel cost is around $10, suggesting an economical trip. Given the relatively short duration and straightforward nature, no overnight stops are necessary. This drive stays within the Southeast region, offering a consistent experience as you travel from one point in Louisiana to another.
Main Roads
| Road | Distance | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| I 10 | 56 mi | 1h 2m |
| Highland Road | 1.9 mi | 3m |
| Antioch Road | 1.4 mi | 2m |
| Williams Boulevard | 1 mi | 2m |
| Jefferson Highway | 0.6 mi | <1m |
| Antioch Boulevard | 0.6 mi | 1m |
| Red Rose Drive | 0.2 mi | <1m |
| Tiger Bend Road | 0.2 mi | <1m |
Longest stretch:
I 10
— 56 mi, about 1h 2m
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Shenandoah, LA and Kenner, LA.
1
Start on Antioch Boulevard
0.6 mi
·
1 min
·
Antioch Boulevard
2
At end of road, turn right onto White Rose Drive
175 ft
·
10 sec
·
White Rose Drive
3
Turn left onto Red Rose Drive
0.2 mi
·
46 sec
·
Red Rose Drive
4
Turn right onto Tiger Bend Road
0.2 mi
·
26 sec
·
Tiger Bend Road
5
Turn left onto Antioch Road
1.4 mi
·
2 min
·
Antioch Road
Use the left lane.
6
Turn left onto LA 73
0.6 mi
·
56 sec
·
Jefferson Highway
Use the straight lane.
7
Turn straight
205 ft
·
5 sec
Toward Highland Road
8
Turn right onto LA 948
1.9 mi
·
3 min
·
Highland Road
Use the left / straight lanes.
9
Turn left
0.2 mi
·
28 sec
Toward I 10 East: New Orleans
Use the left lane.
10
Merge onto I 10
56 mi
·
1 hr 2 min
·
I 10
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
11
Take the exit
0.2 mi
·
23 sec
Exit 223A-B
Toward LA 49: Williams Boulevard, New Orleans International Airport
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
12
Keep slight right at fork
174 ft
·
4 sec
Toward LA 49 South: New Orleans International Airport, Williams Boulevard South
Use the right lane.
13
Turn right onto LA 49
1.0 mi
·
2 min
·
Williams Boulevard
Use the right lane.
14
Turn right onto 21st Street
38 ft
·
1 sec
·
21st Street
15
Arrive at destination
21st Street
Where to Stop
Rest stops, refuel points, and overnight suggestions along this route.
Mid-route town
Meal stop
31 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 14 miles helps settle the day before fatigue starts building.
Meal break
The midpoint is around 31.3 miles from Shenandoah, 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 125 decision points cluster between mile 1.1 and 61.6 — GPS handles the exact turns, but know they're coming. Your lane choice matters more than the turn itself.
6
1.1 mi into trip
|
~3m in
|
Antioch Road
Turn left onto Antioch Road
Lane positioning matters here
Use the left lane.
6
2.5 mi into trip
|
~6m in
|
LA 73 / Jefferson Highway
Turn left onto LA 73 / Jefferson Highway
Lane positioning matters here
Use the straight lane.
7
5.1 mi into trip
|
~10m in
Turn left toward I 10 East: New Orleans
Lane positioning matters here
Use the left lane.
Toward I 10 East: New Orleans
8
61.4 mi into trip
|
~1h 13m 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...
9
61.6 mi into trip
|
~1h 13m 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...
Fuel & Cost
Regular Gas
$9.47 one way
$18.94 round trip
$3.84/gal
25.4 MPG avg
22 kg CO2
| Fuel Type | $/gal | One Way | Round Trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| midgrade | $4.21 | $10.39 | $20.79 |
| premium | $4.56 | $11.25 | $22.51 |
| diesel | $5.61 | $13.84 | $27.69 |
No toll roads detected on this route.
Drive Cost (one way)
Fuel
$9
Estimated CO2 emission: 21.9 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-13.
Driving Electric?
About $7 in charging · 0 stops · 68% less CO2
| Vehicle Type | kWh | Stops | DC Fast | Home Charge |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Average EV | 18.8 | 0 | $6.58 | $3.01 |
| Efficient EV | 15.7 | 0 | $5.49 | $2.51 |
| EV Truck/SUV | 25.1 | 0 | $8.78 | $4.01 |
Gas CO2
22 kg
EV CO2
7 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
Kenner, LA
Late night in Kenner on Tuesday
Local time
4:12 AM
CDT
Current temp
83°F
Mostly Sunny
S 10 mph
1% chance
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
3 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 15m on the road
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.
What kind of drive is this?
Expect a highway-focused drive for most of this 62.7-mile route, with 89% of the miles on high-speed roads. You'll encounter the longest uninterrupted stretch of 56 miles on I-10, so prepare for a sustained period of interstate driving. While Highland Road and Antioch Road offer some variation, the overall character is one of efficient transit rather than a leisurely cruise. The profile is predominantly highway, so anticipate smooth, fast travel for the majority of your journey.
89% highway — fuel and pacing are the main things to plan.
15 navigation steps total — most of the decisions cluster near the start and finish.
Longest single stretch: 56 mi on I 10.
How Hard Is This Drive?
7/10
This is a straightforward highway drive that stays mostly on I 10 and Highland Road. This route has several spots where lane changes, forks, or exits need your full attention. The trickiest moment comes around 1.1 miles in near Antioch Road.
Driving Effort
7/10
Demanding - plan breaks and stay ahead of the key maneuvers
Balances navigation complexity with total wheel time.
This drive requires moderate attention. Across 62.7 miles you will encounter 12 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 1.1 miles (Antioch Road): Lane positioning matters here; at 2.5 miles (LA 73 / Jefferson Highway): Lane positioning matters here; at 5.1 miles: Lane positioning matters here.
Elevation Profile
Mostly flat terrain
36 ft
-1 ft
Total Climb
25 ft
Total Descent
62 ft
Highest Point
36 ft
Elevation Range
37 ft
About the Cities
Arriving 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 15m. Total distance: 62.7 miles.
Family Friendly
Moderate complexity with 0 natural rest stops along the way.
Solo Traveler
1h 15m drive, comfortable solo distance.
EV Driver
0 DC fast chargers along the route. Coverage: unknown.
First-Time Driver
Mostly highway driving (89%). Some complex stretches to watch for.
Frequently Asked Questions
The longest stretch is about 56 miles on I 10. 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 Kenner, 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: at 1.1 miles (Antioch Road): Lane positioning matters here; at 2.5 miles (LA 73 / Jefferson Highway): Lane positioning matters here; at 5.1 miles: Lane positioning matters here.
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 Kenner, 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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