Origin
Vienna Bend, LA
Morning in Vienna Bend on Tuesday
Local time
8:18 AM
CDT
Current temp
85°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
Trip from Vienna Bend, 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
4h 41m
Distance
245.5 mi
395 km
Drive Score
8/10
Great drive
Same Day?
Yes, doable
Fuel Cost
$37
one way
EV Charging
Unknown
Best Time to Leave
4 AM
4h 28m
★
6 AM
4h 42m
8 AM
5h 9m
10 AM
4h 51m
12 PM
4h 48m
3 PM
4h 52m
5 PM
5h 7m
8 PM
4h 34m
Estimated drive times based on typical traffic patterns. Actual times may vary with weather, construction, and real-time conditions.
Vienna Bend, LA
Niklas Jeromin
Kenner, LA
Wikimedia Commons
Trip Overview
This 245.5-mile drive from Vienna Bend, LA to Kenner, LA is a straightforward, highway-focused journey that can easily be completed in a single day. Expect to spend about 4 hours and 41 minutes on the road, primarily utilizing I-49 and I-10, with a brief stint on US-190. With 99% of the route on highways, it's designed for efficient travel. The estimated fuel cost for this trip is around $37. Given the relatively short duration and efficient route, this is an ideal day trip, allowing for maximum flexibility in your departure and arrival times within the Southeast region.
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
122.7 miles from Vienna Bend, LA
A natural place for your longest stop of the day , about 2h 13m into the drive .
Main Roads
| Road | Distance | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| I 49 | 107.5 mi | 1h 48m |
| I 10 | 71.4 mi | 1h 20m |
| US 190 | 49.5 mi | 1h 3m |
| LA 494 | 5 mi | 8m |
| LA 1 | 4.2 mi | 6m |
| LA 415 Spur | 3.6 mi | 5m |
| LA 120 | 1.1 mi | 2m |
| Williams Boulevard | 1 mi | 2m |
Longest stretch:
I 49
— 107.5 mi, about 1h 48m
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Vienna Bend, LA and Kenner, LA.
1
Start on LA 494
5.0 mi
·
8 min
·
LA 494
2
Turn right onto LA 119
0.6 mi
·
1 min
·
LA 119
3
At end of road, turn left onto LA 1
4.2 mi
·
6 min
·
LA 1
4
Turn right onto LA 120
1.1 mi
·
2 min
·
LA 120
5
Turn left
0.4 mi
·
57 sec
Toward I 49 South: Alexandria
6
Merge onto I 49
108 mi
·
1 hr 48 min
·
I 49
7
Take the exit
0.5 mi
·
1 min
Toward US 190: Baton Rouge, Opelousas
8
Keep slight left at fork
362 ft
·
9 sec
Toward US 190 East: Baton Rouge
9
Merge onto US 190
49 mi
·
1 hr 3 min
·
US 190
Use the straight / right lanes.
10
Keep slight right at fork onto LA 415 Spur
3.6 mi
·
5 min
·
LA 415 Spur
11
Turn left
0.3 mi
·
36 sec
Toward I 10 East: Baton Rouge
12
Merge onto I 10
71 mi
·
1 hr 20 min
·
I 10
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
13
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.
14
Keep slight right at fork
174 ft
·
4 sec
Toward LA 49 South: New Orleans International Airport, Williams Boulevard South
Use the right lane.
15
Turn right onto LA 49
1.0 mi
·
2 min
·
Williams Boulevard
Use the right lane.
16
Turn right onto 21st Street
38 ft
·
1 sec
·
21st Street
17
Arrive at destination
21st Street
Trip Plan
This 245.5-mile drive is well-suited for a single-day excursion, so you have the flexibility to leave when you're ready. Aim to depart in the morning to make the most of your daylight hours, especially since the route is heavily highway-focused. While there's only one recommended stop, plan for additional brief breaks as needed during the 4-hour and 41-minute travel time to stay alert. Keep an eye on your fuel levels, particularly during the longest stretch of 107.5 miles on I-49, to avoid any unnecessary delays.
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 122.7 miles from Vienna Bend, LA, or about 2h 13m into the drive.
The longest continuous stretch on this route runs about 107.5 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 54 miles or 1h 2m in
Use this first pause for coffee, a restroom break, and a quick traffic check ahead.
Halfway reset
Around 122.7 miles or 2h 13m 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 50m
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 Vienna Bend, 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 Vienna Bend, LA
This is one driving day of about 245.5 miles and 4h 41m.
Your first comfortable stop window is around 54 miles from Vienna Bend, 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 49 for about 107.5 miles.
Where to Stop
Rest stops, refuel points, and overnight suggestions along this route.
Mid-route town
Meal stop
123 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 54 miles helps settle the day before fatigue starts building.
Meal break
The midpoint is around 122.7 miles from Vienna Bend, LA, which is a good place for a longer meal and fuel stop.
Before the longest stretch
Fuel checkTop up before I 49 if your tank is already low. That segment runs about 107.5 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 155 decision points cluster between mile 5.6 and 244.4 — GPS handles the exact turns, but know they're coming. Your lane choice matters more than the turn itself.
5
5.6 mi into trip
|
~9m in
|
LA 1
At end of road, turn left onto LA 1
Navigation decision point
5
11 mi into trip
|
~18m in
Turn left toward I 49 South: Alexandria
Navigation decision point
Toward I 49 South: Alexandria
6
119.5 mi into trip
|
~2h 9m in
|
US 190
Merge onto US 190
Merge point - match speed before joining. Lane positioning matters here
Use the straight / right lanes.
8
244.2 mi into trip
|
~4h 39m 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
244.4 mi into trip
|
~4h 39m 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
$37.08 one way
$74.15 round trip
$3.84/gal
25.4 MPG avg
86 kg CO2
| Fuel Type | $/gal | One Way | Round Trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| midgrade | $4.21 | $40.70 | $81.40 |
| premium | $4.56 | $44.06 | $88.13 |
| diesel | $5.61 | $54.20 | $108.41 |
No toll roads detected on this route.
Estimated Trip Cost (one way, 1 person)
Fuel
$37
Meals
$25–$50
Total
$62–$87
Rough estimate based on US averages. Hotel $80–$140/night, meals $25–$50/day.
Estimated CO2 emission: 85.9 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-13.
Driving Electric?
About $26 in charging · 0 stops · 66% less CO2
| Vehicle Type | kWh | Stops | DC Fast | Home Charge |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Average EV | 73.6 | 0 | $25.78 | $11.78 |
| Efficient EV | 61.4 | 0 | $21.48 | $9.82 |
| EV Truck/SUV | 98.2 | 1 | $34.37 | $15.71 |
Gas CO2
86 kg
EV CO2
29 kg (66% less)
Plan for 0 charging stops, roughly every 270 miles. Allow 25-40 minutes per stop at a DC fast charger.
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
Morning in Kenner on Tuesday
Local time
8:18 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
1 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
4h 41m on the road
An early start around 7-8 AM gets you there with plenty of daylight left.
Weather data from the National Weather Service. Conditions may change; check closer to your travel date.
What kind of drive is this?
Prepare for a predominantly highway experience on this 245.5-mile trip, with 99% of your miles clocked on major interstates like I-49 and I-10. You'll encounter a longest continuous stretch of 107.5 miles on I-49, which means extended periods of consistent driving. While the highway focus ensures speed, expect the landscape to remain largely consistent throughout the 4-hour and 41-minute journey. The character of the drive is utilitarian, prioritizing getting you from point A to point B efficiently rather than offering varied scenery.
99% highway — fuel and pacing are the main things to plan.
17 navigation steps total — most of the decisions cluster near the start and finish.
Longest single stretch: 107.5 mi on I 49.
How Hard Is This Drive?
7/10
This is a straightforward highway drive that stays mostly on I 49 and I 10. This route has several spots where lane changes, forks, or exits need your full attention. The trickiest moment comes around 5.6 miles in near LA 1.
Driving Effort
7/10
Demanding - plan breaks and stay ahead of the key maneuvers
Balances navigation complexity with total wheel time.
This is a demanding drive. With 15 significant decision points across 245.5 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: at 5.6 miles (LA 1): Navigation decision point; at 11 miles: Navigation decision point; at 119.5 miles (US 190): Merge point - match speed before joining. Lane positioning matters here.
Towns Mentioned on Route Signs
Based on OSRM destination-sign hints, not a full list of every settlement the road passes.
Towns Mentioned on Route Signs
Based on OSRM destination-sign hints, not a full list of every settlement the road passes.
On the drive from Vienna Bend, LA to Kenner, LA, road signs begin pointing toward Opelousas along the way.
Opelousas
118.9 mi in
|
~2h 7m
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 4h 41m. Total distance: 245.5 miles.
Family Friendly
Moderate complexity with 1 natural rest stops along the way.
Solo Traveler
4h 41m drive, comfortable solo distance.
First-Time Driver
Mostly highway driving (99%). Some complex stretches to watch for.
Frequently Asked Questions
The longest stretch is about 107.5 miles on I 49. 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 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. Dedicated rest areas are limited, so plan gas or food stops as your bathroom breaks.
The main spots that need attention: at 5.6 miles (LA 1): Navigation decision point; at 11 miles: Navigation decision point; at 119.5 miles (US 190): Merge point - match speed before joining. Lane positioning matters here.
Possible but tiring. At 4.7 hours each way, an in-and-out day trip would put you behind the wheel for 9.4 hours — manageable with a long break at Kenner, LA, but most travelers stay overnight.
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, and EIA for fuel prices. See our methodology for refresh cadence and limitations.
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