Origin
Houma, LA
Late night in Houma on Wednesday
Local time
5:20 AM
CDT
Current temp
78°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
Trip from Houma, LA to Kenner, LA
Data updated 0 seconds ago
Drive Time
1h
Distance
46.4 mi
75 km
Drive Score
7/10
Good drive
Same Day?
Yes, doable
Fuel Cost
$7
one way
EV Charging
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station data
Best Time to Leave
4 AM
0h 56m
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6 AM
1h 1m
8 AM
1h 11m
10 AM
1h 4m
12 PM
1h 3m
3 PM
1h 5m
5 PM
1h 10m
8 PM
0h 58m
Estimated drive times based on typical traffic patterns. Actual times may vary with weather, construction, and real-time conditions.
Houma, LA
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Kenner, LA
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Trip Overview
The drive from Houma, LA to Kenner, LA covers 46.4 miles and takes about 1h behind the wheel. This route is realistic as a one-day drive if you keep your stops efficient.
The route leans on US 90, I 310, New Orleans Boulevard for much of the mileage, and the overall profile is highway-focused drive. The longest uninterrupted segment is about 22.1 miles on US 90. At current regular gas prices, budget about $7.01 one way before food or hotel costs.
Trip Pace
Same-day drive is realistic
A same-day return is realistic if you keep stops short.
Break Rhythm
0 planned breaks
A short stop every 2 to 3 hours is enough for this drive.
Midpoint
23.2 miles from Houma, LA
A natural place for your longest stop of the day , about 32m into the drive .
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Drive Character
This is a 1h highway drive covering 46.4 miles, with most of the trip on US 90 and I 310. The longest continuous stretch is about 22.1 miles on US 90.
Most of the miles stay on highways, which makes pacing and fuel planning easier than turn-by-turn city driving.
There are about 18 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 early in the drive near LA 182 / Barrow Street.
Route Complexity
8/10
Demanding - plan breaks and stay ahead of the key maneuvers
This is a demanding drive. With 13 significant decision points across 46.4 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: near the start (LA 182 / Barrow Street): Navigation decision point; at 8.7 miles (US 90): Merge point - match speed before joining. Lane positioning matters here; at 42.1 miles: Highway fork - watch signs carefully.
Critical Maneuvers
5 of 13 key pointsThese are the spots where you need to pay the most attention. Preview them before you drive.
5
0 mi into trip
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~0m in
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LA 182 / Barrow Street
Turn left onto LA 182 / Barrow Street
Navigation decision point
5
8.7 mi into trip
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~13m in
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US 90
Merge onto US 90
Merge point - match speed before joining. Lane positioning matters here
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
6
42.1 mi into trip
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~54m 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
45.1 mi into trip
|
~58m 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
45.4 mi into trip
|
~58m 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 Houma, LA to Kenner, LA, road signs begin pointing toward New Orleans along the way.
New Orleans
30.8 mi in
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~41m
Main Roads
| Road | Distance | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| US 90 | 22.1 mi | 28m |
| I 310 | 11.1 mi | 12m |
| New Orleans Boulevard | 7.7 mi | 11m |
| I 10 | 2.3 mi | 2m |
| Williams Boulevard | 1 mi | 2m |
| Main Street | 0.2 mi | <1m |
| Barrow Street | 0.2 mi | <1m |
| New Orleans Bridge | <0.1 mi | <1m |
Longest stretch:
US 90
— 22.1 mi, about 28m
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Houma, LA and Kenner, LA.
1
Start on School Street
47 ft
·
7 sec
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School Street
2
Turn left onto LA 182
0.2 mi
·
28 sec
·
Barrow Street
3
Turn right onto LA 24; LA 182
0.2 mi
·
35 sec
·
Main Street
4
Turn left onto LA 182
319 ft
·
11 sec
·
New Orleans Bridge
5
Continue on LA 182
1.2 mi
·
2 min
·
New Orleans Boulevard
6
Enter roundabout onto LA 182
88 ft
·
1 sec
·
New Orleans Boulevard
7
Continue on LA 182
6.5 mi
·
8 min
·
New Orleans Boulevard
8
Take the ramp
0.6 mi
·
1 min
Toward US 90 East: New Orleans
9
Merge onto US 90
22 mi
·
28 min
·
US 90
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
10
Take the exit
0.2 mi
·
22 sec
Toward I 310 North, LA 3127 North: Donaldsonville, New Orleans
11
Continue on I 310
11 mi
·
12 min
·
I 310
12
Keep slight right at fork
0.7 mi
·
1 min
Exit 1A
Toward I 10 East: New Orleans
13
Merge onto I 10
2.3 mi
·
2 min
·
I 10
Use the straight lane.
14
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.
15
Keep slight right at fork
174 ft
·
4 sec
Toward LA 49 South: New Orleans International Airport, Williams Boulevard South
Use the right lane.
16
Turn right onto LA 49
1.0 mi
·
2 min
·
Williams Boulevard
Use the right lane.
17
Turn right onto 21st Street
38 ft
·
1 sec
·
21st Street
18
Arrive at destination
21st Street
Trip Plan
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.
You may only need one short stretch break if traffic stays light.
The halfway point lands around 23.2 miles from Houma, LA, or about 32m into the drive.
The longest continuous stretch on this route runs about 22.1 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 46.4 miles or 1h in
Use this first pause for coffee, a restroom break, and a quick traffic check ahead.
Halfway reset
Around 23.2 miles or 32m in
This is the best place for your longest stop, a real meal, and a full fuel check.
Final approach
Final hour starts around 51m
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 Houma, 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 Houma, LA
This is one driving day of about 46.4 miles and 1h.
Your first comfortable stop window is around 80 miles from Houma, LA.
This route can stay practical as a one-day drive if traffic stays reasonable.
You may only need one short stretch stop if conditions stay smooth.
The longest stretch is on US 90 for about 22.1 miles.
Where to Stop
Rest stops, refuel points, and overnight suggestions along this route.
Halfway Point
Midpoint
About 23.2 mi from Houma, LA · 32m into the drive
Mid-route town
Meal stop
23 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 46.4 miles helps settle the day before fatigue starts building.
Meal break
The midpoint is around 23.2 miles from Houma, 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.
Try to arrive with enough fuel left to skip an immediate station stop unless you already know the area around Kenner, LA.
These stop ideas are pacing suggestions — the exact town or exit can change with traffic, hotel plans, and fuel range.
Fuel & Cost
Regular Gas
$7.01 one way
$14.01 round trip
$3.84/gal
25.4 MPG avg
16 kg CO2
| Fuel Type | $/gal | One Way | Round Trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| midgrade | $4.21 | $7.69 | $15.39 |
| premium | $4.56 | $8.33 | $16.66 |
| diesel | $5.61 | $10.24 | $20.49 |
No toll roads detected on this route.
Estimated Trip Cost (one way, 1 person)
Fuel
$7
Meals
$25–$50
Total
$32–$57
Rough estimate based on US averages. Hotel $80–$140/night, meals $25–$50/day.
Estimated CO2 emission: 16.2 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-13.
Driving Electric?
About $5 in charging · 0 stops · 69% less CO2
| Vehicle Type | kWh | Stops | DC Fast | Home Charge |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Average EV | 13.9 | 0 | $4.87 | $2.23 |
| Efficient EV | 11.6 | 0 | $4.06 | $1.86 |
| EV Truck/SUV | 18.6 | 0 | $6.50 | $2.97 |
Gas CO2
16 kg
EV CO2
5 kg (69% 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 Wednesday
Local time
5:20 AM
CDT
Current temp
68°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
10 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 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 Houma, LA to Kenner, LA covers 46.4 miles and takes about 1h without stops. Add 15-30 minutes for a fuel or rest stop on longer drives.
The main roads are US 90, I 310, New Orleans Boulevard. Most of the drive stays on highways, so watch for ramps and exits.
This is a comfortable same-day trip.
The midpoint is about 23.2 miles from Houma, LA. Look for rest areas, gas stations, or food options near the halfway mark.
At current regular gas prices, expect to spend about $7.01 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 is a demanding drive. With 13 significant decision points across 46.4 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.
The main spots that need attention: near the start (LA 182 / Barrow Street): Navigation decision point; at 8.7 miles (US 90): Merge point - match speed before joining. Lane positioning matters here; at 42.1 miles: Highway fork - watch signs carefully.
On the drive from Houma, LA to Kenner, LA, road signs begin pointing toward New Orleans along the way.
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