Origin
Jefferson, LA
Morning in Jefferson on Wednesday
Local time
6:01 AM
CDT
Current temp
85°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
Trip from Jefferson, LA to Kenner, LA
Data updated 0 seconds ago
Drive Time
15m
Distance
7 mi
11 km
Drive Score
6/10
Good drive
Same Day?
Yes, doable
Fuel Cost
$1
one way
EV Charging
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station data
Best Time to Leave
4 AM
0h 14m
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6 AM
0h 16m
8 AM
0h 18m
10 AM
0h 17m
12 PM
0h 16m
3 PM
0h 17m
5 PM
0h 18m
8 PM
0h 15m
Estimated drive times based on typical traffic patterns. Actual times may vary with weather, construction, and real-time conditions.
Jefferson, LA
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Kenner, LA
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Trip Overview
This short 7-mile drive between Jefferson, Louisiana, and Kenner, Louisiana, is easily manageable in about 15 minutes. It's a perfect candidate for a single-day trip, with no need for an overnight stop. You'll primarily navigate local streets, with Airline Drive, West Metairie Avenue, and David Drive forming the backbone of this journey. Given the minimal distance, the estimated fuel cost is a very low $1. The overall feel is that of a typical urban commute, connecting two points within the Southeast region of Louisiana. This route is ideal for those looking for a quick, straightforward transfer between nearby communities.
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
3.5 miles from Jefferson, LA
A natural place for your longest stop of the day , about 7m into the drive .
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Drive Character
Expect a 'turn-heavy local drive' for this 7-mile stretch, with no highway miles contributing to its profile. The longest uninterrupted segment you'll encounter is about 3.1 miles along Airline Drive. This means you'll be doing a fair amount of navigating through city streets, requiring your attention for frequent turns and traffic lights. The road character remains consistent throughout, offering a direct and functional path rather than a scenic experience. It's a drive that prioritizes efficiency over exploration, keeping you grounded in the local street network.
This route has more turning and local-road decision points than a simple highway run.
There are about 16 navigation steps in the underlying route data, so the final approach matters more than the middle miles.
Airline Drive is the longest continuous segment at about 3.1 miles.
How Hard Is This Drive?
Expect a hands-on drive with frequent turns and local roads rather than long highway stretches. There are only a few real navigation decisions along the way. The trickiest moment comes early in the drive near Lurline Drive.
Route Complexity
4/10
Easy - simple navigation with a manageable amount of wheel time
This is a straightforward 15m drive. You will face about 13 decision points, but nothing that requires special attention if you follow navigation.
Where does it get tricky?
The main spots that need attention: near the start (Lurline Drive): Navigation decision point; at 0.1 miles (Berwick Street): Navigation decision point; at 0.2 miles (Andover Street): Navigation decision point.
Critical Maneuvers
5 of 13 key pointsThese are the spots where you need to pay the most attention. Preview them before you drive.
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Lurline Drive
Turn left onto Lurline Drive
Navigation decision point
5
0.1 mi into trip
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Berwick Street
Turn right onto Berwick Street
Navigation decision point
5
0.2 mi into trip
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Andover Street
Turn left onto Andover Street
Navigation decision point
6
0.9 mi into trip
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~2m in
Enter roundabout toward Airline Drive West
Roundabout - know your exit number before entering
Toward Airline Drive West
5
6.5 mi into trip
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~14m in
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LA 49 / Williams Boulevard
Turn right onto LA 49 / Williams Boulevard
Lane positioning matters here
Use the right lane.
Towns Mentioned on Route Signs
Based on OSRM destination-sign hints, not a full list of every settlement the road passes.
Between Jefferson, LA and Kenner, LA, road signs point toward Airline and Airline Drive West.
Airline
0.7 mi in
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~2m
Airline Drive West
0.9 mi in
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~2m
Main Roads
| Road | Distance | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| Airline Drive | 3.1 mi | 6m |
| West Metairie Avenue | 1.7 mi | 3m |
| David Drive | 0.5 mi | 1m |
| Williams Boulevard | 0.5 mi | 1m |
| Causeway Boulevard | 0.4 mi | <1m |
| Andover Street | 0.1 mi | <1m |
| Claiborne Drive | <0.1 mi | <1m |
| Berwick Street | <0.1 mi | <1m |
Longest stretch:
Airline Drive
— 3.1 mi, about 6m
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Jefferson, LA and Kenner, LA.
1
Start on Madelon Street
175 ft
·
12 sec
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Madelon Street
2
Turn left onto Lurline Drive
214 ft
·
11 sec
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Lurline Drive
3
Turn right onto Berwick Street
283 ft
·
14 sec
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Berwick Street
4
Turn right onto Claiborne Drive
291 ft
·
17 sec
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Claiborne Drive
5
Turn left onto Andover Street
0.1 mi
·
29 sec
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Andover Street
6
At end of road, turn right onto LA 3046
0.4 mi
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39 sec
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Causeway Boulevard
7
Take the exit
0.2 mi
·
25 sec
Toward Airline
8
Enter roundabout
0.1 mi
·
16 sec
Toward Airline Drive West
9
Continue
0.2 mi
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26 sec
Toward Airline Drive West
10
Merge onto US 61
3.1 mi
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6 min
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Airline Drive
11
Turn right onto David Drive
0.5 mi
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1 min
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David Drive
12
Turn left onto West Metairie Avenue
1.7 mi
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3 min
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West Metairie Avenue
13
Turn right onto LA 49
0.3 mi
·
41 sec
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Williams Boulevard
Use the right lane.
14
Continue on LA 49
0.1 mi
·
29 sec
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Williams Boulevard
15
Turn right onto 21st Street
38 ft
·
1 sec
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21st Street
16
Arrive at destination
21st Street
Trip Plan
With a duration of just 15 minutes, this short drive offers immense flexibility. You can depart at almost any time without much concern for traffic congestion impacting a longer journey. There are no specific recommended stops for this brief trip, so focus on a smooth transition. Keep an eye out for the various intersections along Airline Drive, West Metairie Avenue, and David Drive, as these are your main navigation points. Given the extremely low fuel cost of just $1, you won't need to worry about extensive refueling planning for this particular route.
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 3.5 miles from Jefferson, LA, or about 7m into the drive.
The longest continuous stretch on this route runs about 3.1 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 7 miles or 15m in
Use this first pause for coffee, a restroom break, and a quick traffic check ahead.
Halfway reset
Around 3.5 miles or 7m in
This is the best place for your longest stop, a real meal, and a full fuel check.
Final approach
Final hour starts around 13m
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 Jefferson, 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 Jefferson, LA
This is one driving day of about 7 miles and 15m.
Your first comfortable stop window is around 80 miles from Jefferson, 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 Airline Drive for about 3.1 miles.
Where to Stop
Rest stops, refuel points, and overnight suggestions along this route.
Halfway Point
Midpoint
About 3.5 mi from Jefferson, LA · 7m into the drive
Mid-route town
Meal stop
4 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 7 miles helps settle the day before fatigue starts building.
Meal break
The midpoint is around 3.5 miles from Jefferson, 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
$1.06 one way
$2.11 round trip
$3.84/gal
25.4 MPG avg
2 kg CO2
| Fuel Type | $/gal | One Way | Round Trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| midgrade | $4.21 | $1.16 | $2.32 |
| premium | $4.56 | $1.26 | $2.51 |
| diesel | $5.61 | $1.55 | $3.09 |
No toll roads detected on this route.
Estimated Trip Cost (one way, 1 person)
Fuel
$1
Meals
$25–$50
Total
$26–$51
Rough estimate based on US averages. Hotel $80–$140/night, meals $25–$50/day.
Estimated CO2 emission: 2.4 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-13.
Driving Electric?
About $1 in charging · 0 stops · 50% less CO2
| Vehicle Type | kWh | Stops | DC Fast | Home Charge |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Average EV | 2.1 | 0 | $0.74 | $0.34 |
| Efficient EV | 1.8 | 0 | $0.61 | $0.28 |
| EV Truck/SUV | 2.8 | 0 | $0.98 | $0.45 |
Gas CO2
2 kg
EV CO2
1 kg (50% 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 Wednesday
Local time
6:01 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
17 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
15m 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 Jefferson, LA to Kenner, LA covers 7 miles and takes about 15m without stops. Add 15-30 minutes for a fuel or rest stop on longer drives.
The main roads are Airline Drive, West Metairie Avenue, David Drive. Expect a mix of highway and local road driving.
This is a comfortable same-day trip.
The midpoint is about 3.5 miles from Jefferson, LA. Look for rest areas, gas stations, or food options near the halfway mark.
At current regular gas prices, expect to spend about $1.06 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 straightforward 15m drive. You will face about 13 decision points, but nothing that requires special attention if you follow navigation.
The main spots that need attention: near the start (Lurline Drive): Navigation decision point; at 0.1 miles (Berwick Street): Navigation decision point; at 0.2 miles (Andover Street): Navigation decision point.
Between Jefferson, LA and Kenner, LA, road signs point toward Airline and Airline Drive West.
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