Origin
Chauvin, LA
Late night in Chauvin on Friday
Local time
1:52 AM
CDT
Current temp
64°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
Trip from Chauvin, LA to Kenner, LA
Compiled by the Trip.ovh editorial team · Last recalculated Apr 17, 2026 · Methodology
Drive Time
1h 20m
Distance
60.4 mi
97 km
Drive Score
7/10
Good drive
Same Day?
Yes, doable
Fuel Cost
$9
one way
EV Charging
Fair
3 stations
Best Time to Leave
4 AM
1h 14m
★
6 AM
1h 20m
8 AM
1h 33m
10 AM
1h 25m
12 PM
1h 23m
3 PM
1h 25m
5 PM
1h 32m
8 PM
1h 16m
Estimated drive times based on typical traffic patterns. Actual times may vary with weather, construction, and real-time conditions.
Chauvin, LA
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Kenner, LA
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Trip Overview
This straightforward 60.4-mile drive from Chauvin to Kenner, Louisiana, will take you about 1 hour and 20 minutes. Primarily utilizing US 90 and I-310, with a stretch on Highway 56, this route is almost entirely highway driving at 88%. It's perfectly suited for a single-day trip, and with a modest fuel cost of around $9, it's an economical choice. The journey stays within the Southeast region of Louisiana, offering a consistent driving experience as you travel from one point to the other.
Who Is This Route For?
Weekend Trip
Doable as a same-day drive at 1h 20m. Total distance: 60.4 miles.
Family Friendly
Moderate complexity with 0 natural rest stops along the way.
Solo Traveler
1h 20m 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.
Drive Character
Expect a highway-focused experience for most of this 60.4-mile trip, with 88% of the drive on faster roads. You'll encounter your longest uninterrupted stretch of 22.1 miles on US 90, offering a chance to settle into a rhythm. While the majority is highway, the inclusion of Highway 56 suggests a potential shift in scenery or road type for a portion of the journey. Overall, this route prioritizes efficient travel over varied landscapes.
Most of the miles stay on highways, which makes pacing and fuel planning easier than turn-by-turn city driving.
There are about 17 navigation steps in the underlying route data, so the final approach matters more than the middle miles.
US 90 is the longest continuous segment at about 22.1 miles.
How Hard Is This Drive?
This is a straightforward highway drive that stays mostly on US 90 and I 310. This route has several spots where lane changes, forks, or exits need your full attention. The trickiest moment comes around 13.9 miles in near Prospect Boulevard.
Driving Effort
8/10
Demanding - plan breaks and stay ahead of the key maneuvers
Balances navigation complexity with total wheel time.
This drive requires moderate attention. Across 60.4 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 13.9 miles (Prospect Boulevard): Lane positioning matters here; at 22.6 miles (US 90): Merge point - match speed before joining. Lane positioning matters here; at 56 miles: Highway fork - watch signs carefully.
Critical Maneuvers
5 of 12 key pointsThese are the spots where you need to pay the most attention. Preview them before you drive.
5
13.9 mi into trip
|
~21m in
|
Prospect Boulevard
Turn right onto Prospect Boulevard
Lane positioning matters here
Use the straight / right lanes.
5
22.6 mi into trip
|
~33m in
|
US 90
Merge onto US 90
Merge point - match speed before joining. Lane positioning matters here
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
6
56 mi into trip
|
~1h 13m in
Keep slight right at fork toward I 10 East: New Orleans
Highway fork - watch signs carefully
Exit 1A
Toward I 10 East: New Orleans
8
59.1 mi into trip
|
~1h 17m 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
59.3 mi into trip
|
~1h 18m 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...
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 Chauvin, LA to Kenner, LA, road signs begin pointing toward New Orleans along the way.
New Orleans
44.7 mi in
|
~1h 1m
Main Roads
| Road | Distance | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| US 90 | 22.1 mi | 28m |
| I 310 | 11.1 mi | 12m |
| Highway 56 | 11.1 mi | 16m |
| LA 182 | 3.1 mi | 3m |
| State Highway 3087 | 3.1 mi | 3m |
| East Main Street | 2.8 mi | 4m |
| I 10 | 2.3 mi | 2m |
| Prospect Boulevard | 1.9 mi | 3m |
Longest stretch:
US 90
— 22.1 mi, about 28m
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Chauvin, LA and Kenner, LA.
1
Start on Chauvin Street
99 ft
·
9 sec
·
Chauvin Street
2
Turn left onto LA 56
11 mi
·
16 min
·
Highway 56
3
Continue on LA 24
2.8 mi
·
4 min
·
East Main Street
4
Turn right onto Prospect Boulevard
1.9 mi
·
3 min
·
Prospect Boulevard
Use the straight / right lanes.
5
Continue on LA 3087
3.1 mi
·
3 min
·
State Highway 3087
6
Turn right onto LA 182
3.1 mi
·
3 min
·
LA 182
7
Take the ramp
0.6 mi
·
1 min
Toward US 90 East: New Orleans
8
Merge onto US 90
22 mi
·
28 min
·
US 90
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
9
Take the exit
0.2 mi
·
22 sec
Toward I 310 North, LA 3127 North: Donaldsonville, New Orleans
10
Continue on I 310
11 mi
·
12 min
·
I 310
11
Keep slight right at fork
0.7 mi
·
1 min
Exit 1A
Toward I 10 East: New Orleans
12
Merge onto I 10
2.3 mi
·
2 min
·
I 10
Use the straight lane.
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
Where to Stop
Rest stops, refuel points, and overnight suggestions along this route.
Halfway Point
Midpoint
About 30.2 mi from Chauvin, LA · 42m into the drive
Mid-route town
Meal stop
30 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 13 miles helps settle the day before fatigue starts building.
Meal break
The midpoint is around 30.2 miles from Chauvin, LA, which is a good place for a longer meal and fuel stop.
Arriving in Kenner, LA
The final approach into Kenner, LA usually feels slower than the middle of the drive, so avoid planning your tightest schedule at the very end.
These stop ideas are pacing suggestions — the exact town or exit can change with traffic, hotel plans, and fuel range.
Fuel & Cost
Regular Gas
$9.12 one way
$18.24 round trip
$3.84/gal
25.4 MPG avg
21 kg CO2
| Fuel Type | $/gal | One Way | Round Trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| midgrade | $4.21 | $10.01 | $20.03 |
| premium | $4.56 | $10.84 | $21.68 |
| diesel | $5.61 | $13.34 | $26.67 |
No toll roads detected on this route.
Drive Cost (one way)
Fuel
$9
Estimated CO2 emission: 21.1 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-13.
Driving Electric?
About $6 in charging · 0 stops · 67% less CO2
| Vehicle Type | kWh | Stops | DC Fast | Home Charge |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Average EV | 18.1 | 0 | $6.34 | $2.90 |
| Efficient EV | 15.1 | 0 | $5.28 | $2.42 |
| EV Truck/SUV | 24.2 | 0 | $8.46 | $3.87 |
Gas CO2
21 kg
EV CO2
7 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.
Destination
Kenner, LA
Late night in Kenner on Friday
Local time
1:52 AM
CDT
Current temp
64°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
Very similar conditions
Both ends of the route are sitting at about the same temperature right now.
Road read
1h 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.
Frequently Asked Questions
The drive from Chauvin, LA to Kenner, LA covers 60.4 miles and takes about 1h 20m without stops. Add 15-30 minutes for a fuel or rest stop on longer drives.
The main roads are US 90, I 310, Highway 56. Most of the drive stays on highways, so watch for ramps and exits.
This is a comfortable same-day trip.
The midpoint is about 30.2 miles from Chauvin, LA. Look for rest areas, gas stations, or food options near the halfway mark.
At current regular gas prices, expect to spend about $9.12 one way. This estimate uses 25.4 MPG — your actual cost will vary with your vehicle's fuel efficiency and current gas prices.
Leave by 9 AM and you'll arrive before lunch. Even a 4 PM departure gets you there before dark in summer.
This drive requires moderate attention. Across 60.4 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.
The main spots that need attention: at 13.9 miles (Prospect Boulevard): Lane positioning matters here; at 22.6 miles (US 90): Merge point - match speed before joining. Lane positioning matters here; at 56 miles: Highway fork - watch signs carefully.
On the drive from Chauvin, LA to Kenner, LA, road signs begin pointing toward New Orleans along the way.
Yes. Nearby national parks include New Orleans Jazz National Historical Park.
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