Origin
Kenner, LA
Evening in Kenner on Thursday
Local time
5:54 PM
CDT
Current temp
64°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
Trip from Kenner, LA to Cade, LA
Last recalculated Apr 16, 2026
Drive Time
2h 33m
Distance
130.2 mi
210 km
Drive Score
8/10
Great drive
Same Day?
Yes, doable
Fuel Cost
$20
one way
EV Charging
Unknown
Best Time to Leave
4 AM
2h 23m
★
6 AM
2h 33m
8 AM
2h 54m
10 AM
2h 41m
12 PM
2h 39m
3 PM
2h 42m
5 PM
2h 53m
8 PM
2h 27m
Estimated drive times based on typical traffic patterns. Actual times may vary with weather, construction, and real-time conditions.
Kenner, LA
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Cade, LA
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Trip Overview
This 130.2-mile drive from Kenner, LA, to Cade, LA, is a straightforward, highway-focused journey that can easily be completed in about 2 hours and 33 minutes. With a fuel cost estimated at $20, it's an economical trip perfect for a single day. The route primarily utilizes US 90 and Airline Highway, with a significant portion on I-310, making it a high-speed drive for most of its length. Since it's a relatively short trip, you have plenty of flexibility. Both your starting and ending points are within the Southeast region, keeping the scenery consistent.
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
65.1 miles from Kenner, LA
A natural place for your longest stop of the day , about 1h 18m into the drive .
Who Is This Route For?
Weekend Trip
Doable as a same-day drive at 2h 33m. Total distance: 130.2 miles.
Family Friendly
Moderate complexity with 1 natural rest stops along the way.
Solo Traveler
2h 33m drive, comfortable solo distance.
First-Time Driver
Mostly highway driving (94%). Some complex stretches to watch for.
Drive Character
Expect a predominantly highway-focused experience on this route, with 94% of your travel occurring on major roadways. You'll spend a considerable amount of time on US 90, including one uninterrupted stretch of 113.2 miles. The drive transitions between US 90 and Airline Highway, offering a consistent pace suitable for covering distance efficiently. This isn't a winding, scenic backroad adventure, but rather a practical path designed for straightforward travel.
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 113.2 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 around 1 miles in near US 61 / Airline Drive.
Driving Effort
8/10
Demanding - plan breaks and stay ahead of the key maneuvers
Balances navigation complexity with total wheel time.
This is a demanding drive. With 10 significant decision points across 130.2 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 10 key pointsThese 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 | 113.2 mi | 2h 6m |
| I 310 | 7.8 mi | 8m |
| Airline Highway | 1.6 mi | 2m |
| Airline Drive | 1.5 mi | 2m |
| Smede Highway | 1.1 mi | 2m |
| Williams Boulevard | 1 mi | 1m |
| Petroleum Parkway | 1 mi | 2m |
| East Airline Highway | 0.9 mi | 1m |
Longest stretch:
US 90
— 113.2 mi, about 2h 6m
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Kenner, LA and Cade, 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 Rouge
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
7
Keep slight left at fork
1.1 mi
·
1 min
Toward I 310 South: Boutte
Use 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
107 mi
·
1 hr 57 min
·
US 90
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
14
Keep slight right at fork onto US 90
0.1 mi
·
11 sec
·
Veterans Memorial Expressway
15
Turn right onto Petroleum Parkway
1.0 mi
·
2 min
·
Petroleum Parkway
16
Continue on LA 92-1
1.1 mi
·
2 min
·
Smede Highway
17
Turn right onto R Babineaux Road
526 ft
·
23 sec
·
R Babineaux Road
18
Arrive at destination
R Babineaux Road
Trip Plan
Given the 2-hour and 33-minute duration, this trip is ideal for a single-day excursion. Consider starting your journey in the morning to maximize daylight and avoid potential afternoon traffic. With just one stop recommended and a fuel cost of around $20, you can be quite flexible with your timing. Keep an eye on your fuel gauge, especially during the longer 113.2-mile stretch on US 90, as services might be less frequent in some areas. This route is designed for efficiency, so plan your stops accordingly to keep your momentum.
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 65.1 miles from Kenner, LA, or about 1h 18m into the drive.
The longest continuous stretch on this route runs about 113.2 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 29 miles or 38m in
Use this first pause for coffee, a restroom break, and a quick traffic check ahead.
Halfway reset
Around 65.1 miles or 1h 18m 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 4m
Traffic, exits, and arrival timing usually matter more near Cade, LA than in the middle of the route.
Before You Leave
+
Open the route before leaving Kenner, 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 Kenner, LA
This is one driving day of about 130.2 miles and 2h 33m.
Your first comfortable stop window is around 29 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 113.2 miles.
Where to Stop
Rest stops, refuel points, and overnight suggestions along this route.
Halfway Point
Midpoint
About 65.1 mi from Kenner, LA · 1h 18m into the drive
Mid-route town
Meal stop
65 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 29 miles helps settle the day before fatigue starts building.
Meal break
The midpoint is around 65.1 miles from Kenner, LA, which is a good place for a longer meal and fuel stop.
Before the longest stretch
Fuel checkTop up before US 90 if your tank is already low. That segment runs about 113.2 miles.
Arriving in Cade, LA
The final approach into Cade, 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 Cade, 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
$19.66 one way
$39.33 round trip
$3.84/gal
25.4 MPG avg
46 kg CO2
| Fuel Type | $/gal | One Way | Round Trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| midgrade | $4.21 | $21.59 | $43.17 |
| premium | $4.56 | $23.37 | $46.74 |
| diesel | $5.61 | $28.75 | $57.49 |
No toll roads detected on this route.
Estimated Trip Cost (one way, 1 person)
Fuel
$20
Meals
$25–$50
Total
$45–$70
Rough estimate based on US averages. Hotel $80–$140/night, meals $25–$50/day.
Estimated CO2 emission: 45.6 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 | 39.1 | 0 | $13.67 | $6.25 |
| Efficient EV | 32.6 | 0 | $11.39 | $5.21 |
| EV Truck/SUV | 52.1 | 0 | $18.23 | $8.33 |
Gas CO2
46 kg
EV CO2
15 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.
Destination
Cade, LA
Evening in Cade on Thursday
Local time
5:54 PM
CDT
Current temp
60°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
4 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 33m 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 Cade, LA covers 130.2 miles and takes about 2h 33m without stops. Add 15-30 minutes for a fuel or rest stop on longer drives.
The main roads are US 90, I 310, Airline Highway. Most of the drive stays on highways, so watch for ramps and exits.
This is a comfortable same-day trip.
The midpoint is about 65.1 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 $19.66 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 10 significant decision points across 130.2 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 Cade, LA does not surface many named destination signs beyond the main corridor.
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