The drive from Kenner, LA to Abbeville, LA covers 137.2 miles and takes about 2h 45m behind the wheel.
This route is realistic as a one-day drive if you keep your stops efficient.
The route leans on US 90, LA 14, I 310 for much of the mileage,
and the overall profile is highway-focused drive.
The longest uninterrupted segment is about 104.5 miles on US 90.
At current regular gas prices, budget about $20.72 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
1 planned break
A short stop every 2 to 3 hours is enough for this drive.
Midpoint
68.6 miles from Kenner, LA
A natural place for your longest stop of the day
, about 1h 22m into the drive
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Who Is This Route For?
Weekend Trip
Doable as a same-day drive at 2h 45m. Total distance: 137.2 miles.
Family Friendly
Moderate complexity with 1 natural rest stops along the way.
Solo Traveler
2h 45m drive, comfortable solo distance.
First-Time Driver
Mostly highway driving (93%). Some complex stretches to watch for.
Drive Character
This is a 2h 45m highway drive covering 137.2 miles, with most of the trip on US 90 and LA 14. The longest continuous stretch is about 104.5 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 104.5 miles.
How Hard Is This Drive?
This is a straightforward highway drive that stays mostly on US 90 and LA 14. This route has several spots where lane changes, forks, or exits need your full attention. The trickiest moment comes around 1 miles in near US 61 / Airline Drive.
Driving Effort7/10
Demanding - plan breaks and stay ahead of the key maneuvers
Balances navigation complexity with total wheel time.
This is a demanding drive. With 9 significant decision points across 137.2 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: at 1 miles (US 61 / Airline Drive): Lane positioning matters here; at 4.9 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one; at 5.3 miles: Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here.
Critical Maneuvers
5 of 9 key points
These are the spots where you need to pay the most attention. Preview them before you drive.
5
1 mi into trip|~2m in|US 61 / Airline Drive
Turn right onto US 61 / Airline Drive
Lane positioning matters here
Use the right lane.
7
4.9 mi into trip|~8m in
Take the exit toward I 310: Boutte, Baton Rouge
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.
Toward I 310: Boutte, Baton Rouge
7
5.3 mi into trip|~9m in
Keep slight left at fork toward I 310 South: Boutte
Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
Toward I 310 South: Boutte
5
14.2 mi into trip|~19m in
Keep slight right at fork toward US 90 West: Houma
Highway fork - watch signs carefully
Toward US 90 West: Houma
5
14.7 mi into trip|~20m in|US 90
Merge onto US 90
Merge point - match speed before joining. Lane positioning matters here
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
Main Roads
Road
Distance
Duration
US 90
104.5 mi
1h 57m
LA 14
15.8 mi
23m
I 310
7.8 mi
8m
Charity Street
2 mi
3m
Airline Highway
1.6 mi
2m
Airline Drive
1.5 mi
2m
Williams Boulevard
1 mi
1m
East Airline Highway
0.9 mi
1m
Longest stretch:
US 90
— 104.5 mi, about 1h 57m
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Kenner, LA and Abbeville, LA.
1
Start on 21st Street
38 ft·5 sec·21st Street
2
Turn right onto LA 49
1.0 mi·1 min·Williams Boulevard
3
Turn right onto US 61
1.5 mi·2 min·Airline Drive
Use the right lane.
4
Continue on US 61
0.9 mi·1 min·East Airline Highway
5
Continue on US 61
1.6 mi·2 min·Airline Highway
Use the left lane.
6
Take the exit
0.3 mi·27 sec
Toward I 310: Boutte, Baton RougeUse the straight / slight right lanes.
7
Keep slight left at fork
1.1 mi·1 min
Toward I 310 South: BoutteUse the straight / slight right lanes.
8
Merge onto I 310
7.8 mi·8 min·I 310
9
Keep slight right at fork
0.5 mi·55 sec
Toward US 90 West: Houma
10
Merge onto US 90
5.3 mi·7 min·US 90
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
11
Continue on US 90
0.3 mi·26 sec·US 90
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
12
Continue on US 90
0.5 mi·37 sec·US 90
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
13
Continue on US 90
98 mi·1 hr 48 min·US 90
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
14
Take the exit
0.2 mi·31 sec
Toward LA 14
15
Turn left onto LA 14
16 mi·23 min·LA 14
16
Continue on LA 14 Bus
2.0 mi·3 min·Charity Street
17
At end of road, turn right onto LA 82; LA 14 Business
296 ft·4 sec·North Saint Charles Street
18
Arrive at destination
LA 82
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.
Plan roughly 1 meaningful break for fuel, food, and rest.
The halfway point lands around 68.6 miles from Kenner, LA, or about 1h 22m into the drive.
The longest continuous stretch on this route runs about 104.5 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 30 miles or 39m in
Use this first pause for coffee, a restroom break, and a quick traffic check ahead.
Halfway reset
Around 68.6 miles or 1h 22m 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 10m
Traffic, exits, and arrival timing usually matter more near Abbeville, LA than in the middle of the route.
Before You Leave
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Open the route before leaving Kenner, 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 Kenner, LA
This is one driving day of about 137.2 miles and 2h 45m.
Your first comfortable stop window is around 30 miles from Kenner, 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 US 90 for about 104.5 miles.
Where to Stop
Rest stops, refuel points, and overnight suggestions along this route.
Halfway Point
Midpoint
About 68.6 mi from Kenner, LA
· 1h 22m into the drive
Place data sourced from public business listings. Hours and availability may vary.
National Parks Near This Route
Worth a detour if your schedule allows.
New Orleans Jazz National Historical Park
National Historical Park
Discover the roots of jazz at the New Orleans Jazz National Historical Park. Located in the heart of the French Quarter, our park offers live performances, exhibits, and programs that celebrate the le...
Park data from the National Park Service API. Alerts update every 2 hours.
Fuel & Cost
Regular Gas
$20.72 one way
$41.44 round trip
$3.84/gal25.4 MPG avg48 kg CO2
Fuel Type
$/gal
One Way
Round Trip
midgrade
$4.21
$22.75
$45.49
premium
$4.56
$24.63
$49.25
diesel
$5.61
$30.29
$60.58
No toll roads detected on this route.
Estimated Trip Cost (one way, 1 person)
Fuel
$21
Meals
$25–$50
Total
$46–$71
Rough estimate based on US averages. Hotel $80–$140/night, meals $25–$50/day.
Estimated CO2 emission: 48 kg one way.
Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-13.
Driving Electric?
About $14 in charging
· 0 stops
· 67% less CO2
Vehicle Type
kWh
Stops
DC Fast
Home Charge
Average EV
41.2
0
$14.41
$6.59
Efficient EV
34.3
0
$12.00
$5.49
EV Truck/SUV
54.9
0
$19.21
$8.78
Gas CO2
48 kg
EV CO2
16 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.
Forecast as of Apr 15, 2026
Origin
Kenner, LA
Morning
in Kenner on Saturday
Local time
8:31 AM
CDT
Current temp
64°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
Destination
Abbeville, LA
Morning
in Abbeville on Saturday
Local time
8:31 AM
CDT
Current temp
79°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
61°F
Berwick, LA
69 mi in
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 warmer 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 Kenner, LA to Abbeville, LA covers 137.2 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 US 90, LA 14, I 310. Most of the drive stays on highways, so watch for ramps and exits.
This is a comfortable same-day trip.
The midpoint is about 68.6 miles from Kenner, LA. Look for rest areas, gas stations, or food options near the halfway mark.
At current regular gas prices, expect to spend about $20.72 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 demanding drive. With 9 significant decision points across 137.2 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: at 1 miles (US 61 / Airline Drive): Lane positioning matters here; at 4.9 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one; at 5.3 miles: Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here.
The route from Kenner, LA to Abbeville, 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.
