Origin
Crowley, LA
Evening in Crowley on Wednesday
Local time
6:50 PM
CDT
Current temp
79°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
Trip from Crowley, LA to Kenner, LA
Last recalculated Apr 15, 2026
Drive Time
2h 45m
Distance
144.2 mi
232 km
Drive Score
8/10
Great drive
Same Day?
Yes, doable
Fuel Cost
$22
one way
Best Time to Leave
4 AM
2h 35m
★
6 AM
2h 46m
8 AM
3h 7m
10 AM
2h 53m
12 PM
2h 51m
3 PM
2h 54m
5 PM
3h 6m
8 PM
2h 39m
Estimated drive times based on typical traffic patterns. Actual times may vary with weather, construction, and real-time conditions.
Crowley, LA
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Kenner, LA
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Trip Overview
This 144.2-mile drive from Crowley, Louisiana, to Kenner, Louisiana, is easily manageable as a single-day trip, taking approximately 2 hours and 45 minutes. You'll primarily be on Interstate 10 for most of the journey, with a small portion on local roads like Williams Boulevard and East Hutchinson Avenue. With a projected fuel cost of around $22, this route offers an efficient way to travel within the Southeast region of Louisiana. The straightforward nature of this highway-focused drive makes it ideal for those looking for a direct and uncomplicated transit between these two points.
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
72.1 miles from Crowley, LA
A natural place for your longest stop of the day , about 1h 23m into the drive .
Drive Character
Expect a highly highway-focused experience on this route, with 98% of the drive taking place on interstates. The bulk of your travel will be on I-10, featuring a continuous stretch of 140.8 miles. This means you'll experience long periods of consistent speed and minimal interruptions. While the majority is interstate, you'll transition to local roads like Williams Boulevard and East Hutchinson Avenue near your destination, offering a slight change of pace as you approach Kenner.
Most of the miles stay on highways, which makes pacing and fuel planning easier than turn-by-turn city driving.
There are about 13 navigation steps in the underlying route data, so the final approach matters more than the middle miles.
I 10 is the longest continuous segment at about 140.8 miles.
How Hard Is This Drive?
This is a straightforward highway drive that stays mostly on I 10 and Williams Boulevard. There are only a few real navigation decisions along the way. The trickiest moment comes around 0.1 miles in near LA 13 / Northwest Court Circle.
Route Complexity
3/10
Easy - simple navigation with a manageable amount of wheel time
This is a straightforward 2h 45m drive. You will face about 7 decision points, but nothing that requires special attention if you follow navigation.
Where does it get tricky?
The main spots that need attention: at 0.1 miles (LA 13 / Northwest Court Circle): Navigation decision point; at 2.1 miles (I 10): Merge point - match speed before joining. Lane positioning matters here; at 142.9 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one.
Critical Maneuvers
5 of 7 key pointsThese are the spots where you need to pay the most attention. Preview them before you drive.
5
0.1 mi into trip
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~0m in
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LA 13 / Northwest Court Circle
At end of road, turn right onto LA 13 / Northwest Court Circle
Navigation decision point
5
2.1 mi into trip
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~4m in
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I 10
Merge onto I 10
Merge point - match speed before joining. Lane positioning matters here
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
8
142.9 mi into trip
|
~2h 42m 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
143.2 mi into trip
|
~2h 43m 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
143.2 mi into trip
|
~2h 43m in
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LA 49 / Williams Boulevard
Turn right onto LA 49 / Williams Boulevard
Lane positioning matters here
Use the right lane.
Main Roads
| Road | Distance | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| I 10 | 140.8 mi | 2h 38m |
| Williams Boulevard | 1 mi | 2m |
| East Hutchinson Avenue | 0.8 mi | 1m |
| Crowley Rayne Highway | 0.5 mi | <1m |
| Tower Road | 0.3 mi | <1m |
| Northwest Court Circle | 0.1 mi | <1m |
| West Hutchinson Avenue | <0.1 mi | <1m |
| 21st Street | <0.1 mi | <1m |
Longest stretch:
I 10
— 140.8 mi, about 2h 38m
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Crowley, LA and Kenner, LA.
1
Start on West Hutchinson Avenue
71 ft
·
7 sec
·
West Hutchinson Avenue
2
Continue on West Hutchinson Avenue
276 ft
·
15 sec
·
West Hutchinson Avenue
3
At end of road, turn right onto LA 13
0.1 mi
·
11 sec
·
Northwest Court Circle
4
Turn right onto East Hutchinson Avenue
0.8 mi
·
1 min
·
East Hutchinson Avenue
5
Continue on US 90
0.5 mi
·
48 sec
·
Crowley Rayne Highway
6
Turn left onto LA 1111 Spur
0.3 mi
·
35 sec
·
Tower Road
7
Take the ramp
0.4 mi
·
47 sec
8
Merge onto I 10
141 mi
·
2 hr 38 min
·
I 10
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
9
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.
10
Keep slight right at fork
174 ft
·
4 sec
Toward LA 49 South: New Orleans International Airport, Williams Boulevard South
Use the right lane.
11
Turn right onto LA 49
1.0 mi
·
2 min
·
Williams Boulevard
Use the right lane.
12
Turn right onto 21st Street
38 ft
·
1 sec
·
21st Street
13
Arrive at destination
21st Street
Trip Plan
Given the relatively short duration of under three hours, this trip works best as a single-day excursion, offering flexibility in your departure time. You can depart Crowley in the morning and arrive in Kenner by midday, or opt for an afternoon departure to reach your destination in the early evening. With only one recommended stop and a substantial longest stretch of 140.8 miles on I-10, plan your fuel and rest breaks accordingly. Keep an eye on traffic conditions as you approach the New Orleans metropolitan area, especially on I-10, as congestion can sometimes impact travel times.
Morning Departure
Leave by 9 AM and you'll arrive before lunch.
Evening Departure
Even a 4 PM departure gets you there before dark in summer.
You can normally do this drive in one day.
Plan roughly 1 meaningful break for fuel, food, and rest.
The halfway point lands around 72.1 miles from Crowley, LA, or about 1h 23m into the drive.
The longest continuous stretch on this route runs about 140.8 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 32 miles or 38m in
Use this first pause for coffee, a restroom break, and a quick traffic check ahead.
Halfway reset
Around 72.1 miles or 1h 23m in
This is the best place for your longest stop, a real meal, and a full fuel check.
Final approach
Final hour starts around 2h 15m
Traffic, exits, and arrival timing usually matter more near Kenner, LA than in the middle of the route.
Before You Leave
+
Open the route before leaving Crowley, LA so your first major turns are already loaded.
+
Leave with enough water and a charging cable within reach, not packed away.
+
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 Crowley, LA
This is one driving day of about 144.2 miles and 2h 45m.
Your first comfortable stop window is around 32 miles from Crowley, 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 140.8 miles.
Where to Stop
Rest stops, refuel points, and overnight suggestions along this route.
Halfway Point
Midpoint
About 72.1 mi from Crowley, LA · 1h 23m into the drive
Mid-route town
Meal stop
72 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 32 miles helps settle the day before fatigue starts building.
Meal break
The midpoint is around 72.1 miles from Crowley, LA, which is a good place for a longer meal and fuel stop.
Before the longest stretch
Fuel checkTop up before I 10 if your tank is already low. That segment runs about 140.8 miles.
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.
Try to arrive with enough fuel left to skip an immediate station stop unless you already know the area around Kenner, LA.
After long uninterrupted mileage, take five minutes before the last urban segment to reset and refocus on exits, merges, and city traffic.
These stop ideas are pacing suggestions — the exact town or exit can change with traffic, hotel plans, and fuel range.
Fuel & Cost
Regular Gas
$21.78 one way
$43.56 round trip
$3.84/gal
25.4 MPG avg
51 kg CO2
| Fuel Type | $/gal | One Way | Round Trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| midgrade | $4.21 | $23.91 | $47.81 |
| premium | $4.56 | $25.88 | $51.76 |
| diesel | $5.61 | $31.84 | $63.68 |
No toll roads detected on this route.
Estimated Trip Cost (one way, 1 person)
Fuel
$22
Meals
$25–$50
Total
$47–$72
Rough estimate based on US averages. Hotel $80–$140/night, meals $25–$50/day.
Estimated CO2 emission: 50.5 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-13.
Driving Electric?
About $15 in charging · 0 stops · 66% less CO2
| Vehicle Type | kWh | Stops | DC Fast | Home Charge |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Average EV | 43.3 | 0 | $15.14 | $6.92 |
| Efficient EV | 36.1 | 0 | $12.62 | $5.77 |
| EV Truck/SUV | 57.7 | 0 | $20.19 | $9.23 |
Gas CO2
50 kg
EV CO2
17 kg (66% 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
Evening in Kenner on Wednesday
Local time
6:50 PM
CDT
Current temp
64°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
15 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
2h 45m 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 Crowley, LA to Kenner, LA covers 144.2 miles and takes about 2h 45m without stops. Add 15-30 minutes for a fuel or rest stop on longer drives.
The main roads are I 10, Williams Boulevard, East Hutchinson Avenue. Most of the drive stays on highways, so watch for ramps and exits.
This is a comfortable same-day trip.
The midpoint is about 72.1 miles from Crowley, LA. Look for rest areas, gas stations, or food options near the halfway mark.
At current regular gas prices, expect to spend about $21.78 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.
Plan about 1 meaningful break for fuel, food, or rest. A short stop every 2 to 3 hours is enough for this drive.
This is a straightforward 2h 45m drive. You will face about 7 decision points, but nothing that requires special attention if you follow navigation.
The main spots that need attention: at 0.1 miles (LA 13 / Northwest Court Circle): Navigation decision point; at 2.1 miles (I 10): Merge point - match speed before joining. Lane positioning matters here; at 142.9 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one.
The route from Crowley, LA to Kenner, LA does not surface many named destination signs beyond the main corridor.
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