Origin
Donaldsonville, LA
Morning in Donaldsonville on Saturday
Local time
11:19 AM
CDT
Current temp
60°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
Trip from Donaldsonville, LA to Kenner, LA
Compiled and reviewed by the Trip.ovh planning team at COD Solutions Oy · Last reviewed Apr 18, 2026 · Editorial standards
Drive Time
1h 5m
Distance
54.6 mi
88 km
Drive Score
7/10
Good drive
Same Day?
Yes, doable
Fuel Cost
$8
one way
EV Charging
Unknown
Best Time to Leave
4 AM
1h 0m
★
6 AM
1h 5m
8 AM
1h 16m
10 AM
1h 9m
12 PM
1h 8m
3 PM
1h 9m
5 PM
1h 15m
8 PM
1h 2m
Estimated drive times based on typical traffic patterns. Actual times may vary with weather, construction, and real-time conditions.
Donaldsonville, LA
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Kenner, LA
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Trip Overview
The drive from Donaldsonville, LA to Kenner, LA covers 54.6 miles and takes about 1h 5m behind the wheel. This route is realistic as a one-day drive if you keep your stops efficient.
The route leans on I 10, LA 70, Division Street for much of the mileage, and the overall profile is highway-focused drive. The longest uninterrupted segment is about 40.1 miles on I 10. At current regular gas prices, budget about $8.25 one way before food or hotel costs.
Who Is This Route For?
Weekend Trip
Doable as a same-day drive at 1h 5m. Total distance: 54.6 miles.
Family Friendly
Moderate complexity with 0 natural rest stops along the way.
Solo Traveler
1h 5m drive, comfortable solo distance.
EV Driver
0 DC fast chargers along the route. Coverage: unknown.
First-Time Driver
Mostly highway driving (92%). Some complex stretches to watch for.
Drive Character
This is a 1h 5m highway drive covering 54.6 miles, with most of the trip on I 10 and LA 70. The longest continuous stretch is about 40.1 miles on I 10.
Most of the miles stay on highways, which makes pacing and fuel planning easier than turn-by-turn city driving.
There are about 16 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 40.1 miles.
How Hard Is This Drive?
This is a straightforward highway drive that stays mostly on I 10 and LA 70. This route has several spots where lane changes, forks, or exits need your full attention. The trickiest moment comes around 4.4 miles in near LA 70.
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 54.6 miles you will encounter 10 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 4.4 miles (LA 70): Highway fork - watch signs carefully; at 13.3 miles (I 10): Merge point - match speed before joining. Lane positioning matters here; at 53.3 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one.
Critical Maneuvers
5 of 10 key pointsThese are the spots where you need to pay the most attention. Preview them before you drive.
4
4.4 mi into trip
|
~5m in
|
LA 70
Keep slight right at fork onto LA 70
Highway fork - watch signs carefully
5
13.3 mi into trip
|
~17m in
|
I 10
Merge onto I 10
Merge point - match speed before joining. Lane positioning matters here
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
8
53.3 mi into trip
|
~1h 2m 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
53.5 mi into trip
|
~1h 2m 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
53.6 mi into trip
|
~1h 2m in
|
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 | 40.1 mi | 45m |
| LA 70 | 10 mi | 12m |
| Division Street | 1.8 mi | 2m |
| Williams Boulevard | 1 mi | 2m |
| Marchand Drive | 0.4 mi | <1m |
| LA 22 | 0.3 mi | <1m |
| Albert Street | 0.2 mi | <1m |
| Crawford Leblanc Boulevard | 0.1 mi | <1m |
Longest stretch:
I 10
— 40.1 mi, about 45m
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Donaldsonville, LA and Kenner, LA.
1
Start on LA 1
11 ft
·
2 sec
·
West 10th Street
2
Continue on LA 3089
0.2 mi
·
15 sec
·
Albert Street
3
Continue on LA 3089
0.4 mi
·
30 sec
·
Marchand Drive
4
Continue on LA 3089
1.8 mi
·
2 min
·
Division Street
5
Continue on LA 70
1.9 mi
·
2 min
·
LA 70
6
Keep slight right at fork onto LA 70
3.9 mi
·
5 min
·
LA 70
7
Keep slight right at fork onto LA 70
4.2 mi
·
4 min
·
LA 70
8
Keep slight right at fork onto LA 70
0.1 mi
·
8 sec
·
Crawford Leblanc Boulevard
9
Merge onto LA 22
0.3 mi
·
28 sec
·
LA 22
10
Take the exit
0.4 mi
·
48 sec
Toward I 10 East: New Orleans
11
Merge onto I 10
40 mi
·
45 min
·
I 10
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
12
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.
13
Keep slight right at fork
174 ft
·
4 sec
Toward LA 49 South: New Orleans International Airport, Williams Boulevard South
Use the right lane.
14
Turn right onto LA 49
1.0 mi
·
2 min
·
Williams Boulevard
Use the right lane.
15
Turn right onto 21st Street
38 ft
·
1 sec
·
21st Street
16
Arrive at destination
21st Street
Where to Stop
Rest stops, refuel points, and overnight suggestions along this route.
Halfway Point
Midpoint
About 27.3 mi from Donaldsonville, LA · 33m into the drive
Mid-route town
Meal stop
27 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 12 miles helps settle the day before fatigue starts building.
Meal break
The midpoint is around 27.3 miles from Donaldsonville, 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
$8.25 one way
$16.49 round trip
$3.84/gal
25.4 MPG avg
19 kg CO2
| Fuel Type | $/gal | One Way | Round Trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| midgrade | $4.21 | $9.05 | $18.10 |
| premium | $4.56 | $9.80 | $19.60 |
| diesel | $5.61 | $12.05 | $24.11 |
No toll roads detected on this route.
Drive Cost (one way)
Fuel
$8
Estimated CO2 emission: 19.1 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-13.
Driving Electric?
About $6 in charging · 0 stops · 68% less CO2
| Vehicle Type | kWh | Stops | DC Fast | Home Charge |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Average EV | 16.4 | 0 | $5.73 | $2.62 |
| Efficient EV | 13.7 | 0 | $4.78 | $2.18 |
| EV Truck/SUV | 21.8 | 0 | $7.64 | $3.49 |
Gas CO2
19 kg
EV CO2
6 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
Morning in Kenner on Saturday
Local time
11:19 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
4 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
1h 5m 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 Donaldsonville, LA to Kenner, LA covers 54.6 miles and takes about 1h 5m without stops. Add 15-30 minutes for a fuel or rest stop on longer drives.
The main roads are I 10, LA 70, Division Street. Most of the drive stays on highways, so watch for ramps and exits.
This is a comfortable same-day trip.
The midpoint is about 27.3 miles from Donaldsonville, LA. Look for rest areas, gas stations, or food options near the halfway mark.
At current regular gas prices, expect to spend about $8.25 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 54.6 miles you will encounter 10 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 4.4 miles (LA 70): Highway fork - watch signs carefully; at 13.3 miles (I 10): Merge point - match speed before joining. Lane positioning matters here; at 53.3 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one.
The route from Donaldsonville, LA to Kenner, LA does not surface many named destination signs beyond the main corridor.
Yes. Nearby national parks include New Orleans Jazz National Historical Park.
How this page is built
Compiled by the Trip.ovh planning team at COD Solutions Oy from open government datasets — OSRM over OpenStreetMap for geometry, EIA for fuel prices, and NPS for national parks. See our methodology for refresh cadence and limitations.
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