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Trip from Kenner, LA to Central, LA

Last recalculated Apr 16, 2026

Drive Time

1h 33m

Distance

75.8 mi

122 km

Drive Score

8/10

Great drive

Same Day?

Yes, doable

Fuel Cost

$11

one way

EV Charging

Unknown

Best Time to Leave

Save up to 21 min
4 AM
1h 27m ★
6 AM
1h 34m
8 AM
1h 48m
10 AM
1h 39m
12 PM
1h 37m
3 PM
1h 39m
5 PM
1h 47m
8 PM
1h 29m

Estimated drive times based on typical traffic patterns. Actual times may vary with weather, construction, and real-time conditions.

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suburb city of New Orleans, located in Jefferson Parish, Louisiana, United States

Kenner, LA

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Downtown Central, LA, LA

Central, LA

Jesus Alfonso

Trip Overview

This straightforward 75.8-mile drive from Kenner to Central, Louisiana, is easily manageable as a single-day trip, taking just about 1 hour and 33 minutes to complete. The route primarily utilizes I-10, with portions on Joor Road and Airline Highway, making it a highway-focused experience. With an estimated fuel cost of $11, this drive offers an economical way to travel within the Southeast region of Louisiana. Given its relatively short duration and focus on major roadways, it's ideal for a quick transit or a leisurely day trip without the need for an overnight stop.

Trip Pace

Same-day drive is realistic

A same-day return is realistic if you keep stops short.

Midpoint

37.9 miles from Kenner, LA

A natural place for your longest stop of the day , about 44m into the drive .

Who Is This Route For?

Weekend Trip

Doable as a same-day drive at 1h 33m. Total distance: 75.8 miles.

Family Friendly

Moderate complexity with 0 natural rest stops along the way.

Solo Traveler

1h 33m drive, comfortable solo distance.

First-Time Driver

Mostly highway driving (78%). Some complex stretches to watch for.

Drive Character

Expect a highway-dominant drive, with 78% of the journey on major roadways. You'll experience a significant uninterrupted stretch of 59.2 miles on I-10, which forms the backbone of this route. While largely a highway-focused experience, the inclusion of Joor Road and Airline Highway offers slight variations in the driving environment. The overall character is one of efficient travel, prioritizing getting you from point A to point B with minimal fuss on well-maintained roads.

Most of the miles stay on highways, which makes pacing and fuel planning easier than turn-by-turn city driving.
There are about 15 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 59.2 miles.

How Hard Is This Drive?

This is a straightforward highway drive that stays mostly on I 10 and Joor Road. You will hit about 9 points where you need to pay attention to lane position or signs. The trickiest moment comes early in the drive near LA 49 / Williams Boulevard.

Driving Effort 5/10

Moderate - straightforward overall, but long enough or busy enough to require pacing

Balances navigation complexity with total wheel time.

This drive requires moderate attention. Across 75.8 miles you will encounter 9 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: near the start (LA 49 / Williams Boulevard): Navigation decision point; at 1.8 miles (I 10): Merge point - match speed before joining. Lane positioning matters here; at 61 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. 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
0 mi into trip | ~0m in | LA 49 / Williams Boulevard

Turn right onto LA 49 / Williams Boulevard

Navigation decision point

5
1.8 mi into trip | ~3m in | I 10

Merge onto I 10

Merge point - match speed before joining. Lane positioning matters here

Use the straight / slight right lanes.
7
61 mi into trip | ~1h 9m in

Take the exit toward LA 3246: Siegen Lane

Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here

Use the straight / slight right lanes. Exit 163 Toward LA 3246: Siegen Lane
6
66.9 mi into trip | ~1h 19m in

Take the exit toward US 190 East: Hammond

Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here

Use the slight right lane. Toward US 190 East: Hammond
6
67.4 mi into trip | ~1h 20m in | Oak Villa Boulevard

Turn left onto Oak Villa Boulevard

Lane positioning matters here

Use the left lane.

Main Roads

Road Distance Duration
I 10 59.2 mi 1h 5m
Joor Road 5.2 mi 7m
Airline Highway 4.3 mi 6m
Oak Villa Boulevard 2.1 mi 3m
Williams Boulevard 1.3 mi 2m
Siegen Lane 1.3 mi 2m
Hooper Road 1.1 mi 2m
Florida Boulevard 0.4 mi <1m
Longest stretch: I 10 — 59.2 mi, about 1h 5m

Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions

Step-by-step road directions between Kenner, LA and Central, LA.

1

Start on 21st Street

38 ft · 5 sec · 21st Street
2

Turn right onto LA 49

0.1 mi · 12 sec · Williams Boulevard
3

Continue on LA 49

1.2 mi · 2 min · Williams Boulevard
Use the left lane.
4

Take the ramp

0.4 mi · 54 sec
Toward I 10 West: Baton Rouge
5

Merge onto I 10

59 mi · 1 hr 5 min · I 10
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
6

Take the exit

0.3 mi · 28 sec
Exit 163 Toward LA 3246: Siegen Lane Use the straight / slight right lanes.
7

Turn right onto LA 3246

1.3 mi · 2 min · Siegen Lane
8

Turn left onto US 61; LA 73

4.3 mi · 6 min · Airline Highway
Use the left / straight lanes.
9

Take the exit

0.2 mi · 38 sec
Toward US 190 East: Hammond Use the slight right lane.
10

Turn straight onto US 190

0.4 mi · 42 sec · Florida Boulevard
11

Turn left onto Oak Villa Boulevard

1.2 mi · 2 min · Oak Villa Boulevard
Use the left lane.
12

Continue on Oak Villa Boulevard

0.9 mi · 1 min · Oak Villa Boulevard
Use the straight lane.
13

Continue on LA 946

5.2 mi · 7 min · Joor Road
14

Turn right onto LA 408

1.1 mi · 2 min · Hooper Road
15

Arrive at destination

LA 408

Trip Plan

For this 1 hour and 33-minute trip, you have the flexibility to depart at your convenience. Since the drive is just 75.8 miles and has a low fuel cost of around $11, you won't need to worry about frequent refueling. The longest stretch on I-10 is substantial, so ensure you're comfortable with sustained highway driving before you set off. A practical tip for this route is to check local traffic conditions on I-10 before you leave Kenner, as this major interstate can experience congestion, especially during peak hours.

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 37.9 miles from Kenner, LA, or about 44m into the drive.
The longest continuous stretch on this route runs about 59.2 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 17 miles or 20m in

Use this first pause for coffee, a restroom break, and a quick traffic check ahead.

Halfway reset

Around 37.9 miles or 44m in

This is the best place for your longest stop, a real meal, and a full fuel check.

Final approach

Final hour starts around 1h 15m

Traffic, exits, and arrival timing usually matter more near Central, 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.

Day 1

Settle into the route from Kenner, LA

This is one driving day of about 75.8 miles and 1h 33m.

Your first comfortable stop window is around 17 miles from Kenner, LA.
This route can stay practical as a one-day drive if traffic stays reasonable.
The longest stretch is on I 10 for about 59.2 miles.

Where to Stop

Rest stops, refuel points, and overnight suggestions along this route.

Halfway Point

Midpoint

About 37.9 mi from Kenner, LA · 44m into the drive

Downtown Shenandoah, LA, LA

Mid-route town

Meal stop

Shenandoah, LA

38 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

Laplace, LA

Fuel and coffee

A short stop after about 17 miles helps settle the day before fatigue starts building.

Gonzales, LA

Meal break

The midpoint is around 37.9 miles from Kenner, LA, which is a good place for a longer meal and fuel stop.

Arriving in Central, LA

The final approach into Central, 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.

National Parks Near This Route

Worth a detour if your schedule allows.

New Orleans Jazz National Historical Park

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...

11 mi from route ~27 min detour Free
View on nps.gov

Park data from the National Park Service API. Alerts update every 2 hours.

Fuel & Cost

Regular Gas

$11.45 one way

$22.90 round trip

$3.84/gal 25.4 MPG avg 27 kg CO2
Fuel Type $/gal One Way Round Trip
midgrade $4.21 $12.57 $25.13
premium $4.56 $13.61 $27.21
diesel $5.61 $16.74 $33.47

No toll roads detected on this route.

Estimated Trip Cost (one way, 1 person)

Fuel

$11

Meals

$25–$50

Total

$36–$61

Rough estimate based on US averages. Hotel $80–$140/night, meals $25–$50/day.

Estimated CO2 emission: 26.5 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-13.

Driving Electric?

About $8 in charging · 0 stops · 67% less CO2

Vehicle Type kWh Stops DC Fast Home Charge
Average EV 22.7 0 $7.96 $3.64
Efficient EV 19 0 $6.63 $3.03
EV Truck/SUV 30.3 0 $10.61 $4.85

Gas CO2

27 kg

EV CO2

9 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

Evening in Kenner on Thursday

Local time

5:37 PM

CDT

Current temp

64°F

Unavailable

Live forecast

Destination

Central, LA

Evening in Central on Thursday

Local time

5:37 PM

CDT

Current temp

59°F

Unavailable

Live forecast

89°F

Shenandoah, LA

38 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

5 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 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 Central, LA covers 75.8 miles and takes about 1h 33m without stops. Add 15-30 minutes for a fuel or rest stop on longer drives.
The main roads are I 10, Joor Road, 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 37.9 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 $11.45 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 75.8 miles you will encounter 9 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: near the start (LA 49 / Williams Boulevard): Navigation decision point; at 1.8 miles (I 10): Merge point - match speed before joining. Lane positioning matters here; at 61 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here.
The route from Kenner, LA to Central, LA does not surface many named destination signs beyond the main corridor.
Yes. Nearby national parks include New Orleans Jazz National Historical Park.

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