Origin
Kenner, LA
Afternoon in Kenner on Sunday
Local time
1:59 PM
CDT
Current temp
68°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
Trip from Kenner, LA to Jonesboro, LA
Drive Time
5h 10m
Distance
263.3 mi
424 km
Drive Score
8/10
Great drive
Same Day?
Yes, doable
Fuel Cost
$40
one way
Kenner, LA
Galina Yarovaya.
Trip Overview
Traveling from Kenner to Jonesboro covers 263.3 miles of Louisiana landscape, typically taking about 5 hours and 10 minutes behind the wheel. Because this is a turn-heavy local drive rather than a straight interstate sprint, it is best approached as a full-day commitment. You should budget approximately $36 for fuel to complete the trip. Since both cities are located within the Southeast region of the state, you will remain in a familiar climate throughout your journey. Whether this works as a quick day trip depends on your tolerance for local road navigation, but most travelers find it manageable as a single-day excursion.
Trip Pace
Same-day drive is realistic
A same-day return is possible, but it will make for a full day on the road.
Break Rhythm
1 planned break
Plan on a short reset every 3 to 4 hours to stay fresh behind the wheel.
Midpoint
131.7 miles from Kenner, LA
A natural place for your longest stop of the day , about 2h 35m into the drive .
Drive Character
Expect a departure that trades high-speed interstate travel for a more technical, turn-heavy experience. You will navigate through Williams Boulevard, I-10 West, and LA 415, with the highway share remaining at 0% for the duration of the trip. The longest uninterrupted stretch is 0 miles on Williams Boulevard, meaning you will be managing frequent turns and local traffic patterns rather than cruising on open pavement. This route is defined by its hands-on driving style, requiring consistent attention to road changes as you transition toward Jonesboro. It is a practical, local-focused journey that rewards drivers who prefer navigating regional roads over monotonous highway miles.
This route has more turning and local-road decision points than a simple highway run.
There are about 18 navigation steps in the underlying route data, so the final approach matters more than the middle miles.
Williams Boulevard is one of the defining roads on this drive.
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.
Route Complexity
3/10
Easy - simple navigation with a manageable amount of wheel time
This is a straightforward 5h 10m drive. You will face about 0 decision points, but nothing that requires special attention if you follow navigation.
Where does it get tricky?
This route does not have any notably tricky sections. Most of the drive from Kenner, LA to Jonesboro, LA is straightforward, with well-signed roads and simple exits.
Main Roads
| Road | Distance | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| Williams Boulevard | Unavailable | Refreshing |
| I 10 West | Unavailable | Refreshing |
| LA 415 | Unavailable | Refreshing |
| North Lobdell Highway | Unavailable | Refreshing |
| State Route 1 | Unavailable | Refreshing |
| I 49 North | Unavailable | Refreshing |
| Charles I | Unavailable | Refreshing |
| US 167 North | Unavailable | Refreshing |
Per-road distance and duration are being refreshed from OSRM for this route.
Longest stretch:
Williams Boulevard
— detailed segment metrics are refreshing.
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Kenner, LA and Jonesboro, LA.
1
Start on 21st Street
39 ft
·
6 sec
·
21st Street
2
Turn right onto Williams Boulevard
0.1 mi
·
12 sec
·
Williams Boulevard
3
Continue on Williams Boulevard
1.2 mi
·
2 min
·
Williams Boulevard
4
Take the ramp slight left toward I 10 West: Baton Rouge
0.4 mi
·
55 sec
·
I 10 West: Baton Rouge
5
Merge slight left
67 mi
·
1 hr 15 min
6
Keep slight left
3.9 mi
·
4 min
7
Take the exit slight right toward LA 415: Lobdell
0.3 mi
·
45 sec
·
LA 415: Lobdell
8
Keep slight right to continue on LA 415: Lobdell
318 ft
·
8 sec
·
LA 415: Lobdell
9
Merge slight left onto North Lobdell Highway
3.6 mi
·
4 min
·
North Lobdell Highway
10
Merge slight left onto State Route 1
49 mi
·
1 hr 2 min
·
State Route 1
11
Take the exit slight right toward I 49 North, US 167 North: Alexandria
0.3 mi
·
36 sec
·
I 49 North, US 167 North: Alexandria
12
Merge slight left onto Charles I. "Doc" Hudson Highway
65 mi
·
1 hr 5 min
·
Charles I. "Doc" Hudson Highway
13
Take the exit slight right toward US 167 North, LA 28 East, LA 1: Pineville Expressway, Casson Street
0.2 mi
·
30 sec
·
US 167 North, LA 28 East, LA 1: Pineville Expressway, Casson Street
14
Keep slight left to continue on US 167 North, LA 28 East: Pineville Expressway
72 mi
·
1 hr 30 min
·
US 167 North, LA 28 East: Pineville Expressway
15
Turn left onto East Main Street
0.1 mi
·
14 sec
·
East Main Street
16
Continue on Chatham Highway
0.2 mi
·
18 sec
·
Chatham Highway
17
Turn right onto Allen Avenue
108 ft
·
2 sec
·
Allen Avenue
18
Arrive at your destination
Trip Plan
Plan for one dedicated stop along the way to break up the 5-hour and 10-minute drive, as the constant turns can become fatiguing. Since this route lacks the efficiency of a major highway, check your fuel levels before leaving Kenner to ensure you stay within your $36 budget without needing to hunt for stations in rural areas. Departing early in the morning is your best strategy to avoid mid-day congestion on local roads. Because you are navigating a series of local thoroughfares rather than a single interstate artery, keep your navigation system updated to account for the frequent turns. Flexibility is your biggest advantage here, so don't feel rushed to reach Jonesboro if you need a breather midway.
Morning Departure
An early start around 7-8 AM gets you there with plenty of daylight left.
Evening Departure
A late afternoon start means arriving after dark. Morning is better.
You can normally do this drive in one day.
Plan roughly 1 meaningful break for fuel, food, and rest.
The halfway point lands around 131.7 miles from Kenner, LA, or about 2h 35m into the drive.
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 80 miles or 1h 34m in
Use this first pause for coffee, a restroom break, and a quick traffic check ahead.
Halfway reset
Around 131.7 miles or 2h 35m in
This is the best place for your longest stop, a real meal, and a full fuel check.
Final approach
Final hour starts around 4h 14m
Traffic, exits, and arrival timing usually matter more near Jonesboro, 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.
+
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 263.3 miles and 5h 10m.
Your first comfortable stop window is around 80 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.
Where to Stop
Rest stops, refuel points, and overnight suggestions along this route.
Halfway Point
Midpoint
About 131.7 mi from Kenner, LA · 2h 35m into the drive
Mid-route town
Meal stop
132 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 80 miles helps settle the day before fatigue starts building.
Meal break
The midpoint is around 131.7 miles from Kenner, LA, which is a good place for a longer meal and fuel stop.
Arriving in Jonesboro, LA
The final approach into Jonesboro, 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 Jonesboro, 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
$40.25 one way
$80.50 round trip
$3.88/gal
25.4 MPG avg
92 kg CO2
| Fuel Type | $/gal | One Way | Round Trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| midgrade | $4.26 | $44.15 | $88.30 |
| premium | $4.61 | $47.79 | $95.58 |
| diesel | $5.64 | $58.50 | $116.99 |
No toll roads detected on this route.
Estimated Trip Cost (one way, 1 person)
Fuel
$40
Meals
$25–$50
Total
$65–$90
Rough estimate based on US averages. Hotel $80–$140/night, meals $25–$50/day.
Estimated CO2 emission: 92.1 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-06.
Driving Electric?
About $28 in charging · 0 stops · 66% less CO2
| Vehicle Type | kWh | Stops | DC Fast | Home Charge |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Average EV | 79 | 0 | $27.65 | $12.64 |
| Efficient EV | 65.8 | 0 | $23.04 | $10.53 |
| EV Truck/SUV | 105.3 | 1 | $36.86 | $16.85 |
Gas CO2
92 kg
EV CO2
31 kg (66% less)
Plan for 0 charging stops, roughly every 270 miles. Allow 25-40 minutes per stop at a DC fast charger.
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
Jonesboro, LA
Afternoon in Jonesboro on Sunday
Local time
1:59 PM
CDT
Current temp
65°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
Along the Route
65°F
Newton, TX
132 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
3 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
5h 10m on the road
An early start around 7-8 AM gets you there with plenty of daylight left.
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 Jonesboro, LA covers 263.3 miles and takes about 5h 10m without stops. Add 15-30 minutes for a fuel or rest stop on longer drives.
The main roads are Williams Boulevard, I 10 West, LA 415. Expect a mix of highway and local road driving.
This is a comfortable same-day trip.
The midpoint is about 131.7 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 $40.25 one way. This estimate uses 25.4 MPG — your actual cost will vary with your vehicle's fuel efficiency and current gas prices.
An early start around 7-8 AM gets you there with plenty of daylight left. A late afternoon start means arriving after dark. Morning is better.
Plan about 1 meaningful break for fuel, food, or rest. Plan on a short reset every 3 to 4 hours to stay fresh behind the wheel.
This is a straightforward 5h 10m drive. You will face about 0 decision points, but nothing that requires special attention if you follow navigation.
This route does not have any notably tricky sections. Most of the drive from Kenner, LA to Jonesboro, LA is straightforward, with well-signed roads and simple exits.
The route from Kenner, LA to Jonesboro, LA does not surface many named destination signs beyond the main corridor.
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