Trip from Kenner, LA to Monticello, LA

Q: What are the main roads on this route?

The main roads are I 10, South Sherwood Forest Boulevard, North Sherwood Forest Drive. Most of the drive stays on highways, so watch for ramps and exits.

Q: Is this a good same-day trip?

This is a comfortable same-day trip.

Q: Where should I stop halfway?

The midpoint is about 34.8 miles from Kenner, LA. Look for rest areas, gas stations, or food options near the halfway mark.

Q: How much does gas cost for this trip?

At current regular gas prices, expect to spend about $10.51 one way. This estimate uses 25.4 MPG — your actual cost will vary with your vehicle's fuel efficiency and current gas prices.

Q: What is the best time to leave?

Leave by 9 AM and you'll arrive before lunch. Even a 4 PM departure gets you there before dark in summer.

Q: What towns show up on signs driving from Kenner, LA to Monticello, LA?

The route from Kenner, LA to Monticello, LA does not surface many named destination signs beyond the main corridor.

Last recalculated Apr 16, 2026

Drive Time

1h 27m

Distance

69.6 mi

112 km

Drive Score

7/10

Good drive

Same Day?

Yes, doable

Fuel Cost

$11

one way

EV Charging

Unknown

Best Time to Leave

Save up to 20 min

4 AM

1h 21m ★

6 AM

1h 28m

8 AM

1h 41m

10 AM

1h 33m

12 PM

1h 31m

3 PM

1h 33m

5 PM

1h 41m

8 PM

1h 24m

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

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Trip Overview

The drive from Kenner, LA to Monticello, LA covers 69.6 miles and takes about 1h 27m behind the wheel. This route is realistic as a one-day drive if you keep your stops efficient.

The route leans on I 10, South Sherwood Forest Boulevard, North Sherwood Forest Drive for much of the mileage, and the overall profile is highway-focused drive. The longest uninterrupted segment is about 59.2 miles on I 10. At current regular gas prices, budget about $10.51 one way before food or hotel costs.

Who Is This Route For?

Weekend Trip

Doable as a same-day drive at 1h 27m. Total distance: 69.6 miles.

Family Friendly

Moderate complexity with 0 natural rest stops along the way.

Solo Traveler

1h 27m drive, comfortable solo distance.

EV Driver

0 DC fast chargers along the route. Coverage: unknown.

First-Time Driver

Mostly highway driving (85%). Straightforward navigation.

Drive Character

This is a 1h 27m highway drive covering 69.6 miles, with most of the trip on I 10 and South Sherwood Forest Boulevard. The longest continuous stretch is about 59.2 miles on I 10.

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

There are about 14 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 South Sherwood Forest Boulevard. There are only a few real navigation decisions along the way. The trickiest moment comes early in the drive near LA 49 / Williams Boulevard.

Driving Effort 3/10

Easy - simple navigation with a manageable amount of wheel time

Balances navigation complexity with total wheel time.

This is a straightforward 1h 27m drive. You will face about 7 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 (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 7 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

5

69.4 mi into trip | ~1h 27m in | Cardigan Avenue

Turn right onto Cardigan Avenue

Navigation decision point

5

69.4 mi into trip | ~1h 27m in | Salem Drive

Turn left onto Salem Drive

Navigation decision point

Main Roads

Road	Distance	Duration
I 10	59.2 mi	1h 5m
South Sherwood Forest Boulevard	4.3 mi	8m
North Sherwood Forest Drive	1.7 mi	2m
Williams Boulevard	1.3 mi	2m
Siegen Lane	1.3 mi	2m
Catalina Avenue	0.7 mi	2m
Salem Drive	0.1 mi	<1m
Monticello Boulevard	<0.1 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 Monticello, 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

Continue on LA 3246

4.3 mi · 8 min · South Sherwood Forest Boulevard

Use the left / straight lanes.

9

Continue on North Sherwood Forest Drive

1.7 mi · 2 min · North Sherwood Forest Drive

10

Turn right onto Catalina Avenue

0.7 mi · 2 min · Catalina Avenue

11

Turn left onto Monticello Boulevard

406 ft · 19 sec · Monticello Boulevard

12

Turn right onto Cardigan Avenue

335 ft · 19 sec · Cardigan Avenue

13

Turn left onto Salem Drive

0.1 mi · 28 sec · Salem Drive

14

Arrive at destination

Salem Drive

Where to Stop

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

Halfway Point

Midpoint

About 34.8 mi from Kenner, LA · 40m into the drive

Mid-route town

Meal stop

Shenandoah, LA

35 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 15 miles helps settle the day before fatigue starts building.

Sorrento, LA

Meal break

The midpoint is around 34.8 miles from Kenner, LA, which is a good place for a longer meal and fuel stop.

Arriving in Monticello, LA

The final approach into Monticello, 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.

Fuel & Cost

Regular Gas

$10.51 one way

$21.02 round trip

$3.84/gal 25.4 MPG avg 24 kg CO₂

Fuel Type	$/gal	One Way	Round Trip
midgrade	$4.21	$11.54	$23.08
premium	$4.56	$12.49	$24.98
diesel	$5.61	$15.37	$30.73

No toll roads detected on this route.

Drive Cost (one way)

Fuel

$11

Estimated CO2 emission: 24.4 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-13.

Driving Electric?

About $7 in charging · 0 stops · 67% less CO₂

Vehicle Type	kWh	DC Fast	Home Charge
Average EV	20.9	$7.31	$3.34
Efficient EV	17.4	$6.09	$2.78
EV Truck/SUV	27.8	$9.74	$4.45

Gas CO2

24 kg

EV CO2

8 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

Afternoon in Kenner on Thursday

Local time

4:21 PM

CDT

Current temp

64°F

Unavailable

Live forecast

Destination

Monticello, LA

Afternoon in Monticello on Thursday

Local time

4:21 PM

CDT

Current temp

88°F

Unavailable

Live forecast

89°F

Shenandoah, LA

35 mi in

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

24 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

1h 27m 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 Monticello, LA covers 69.6 miles and takes about 1h 27m without stops. Add 15-30 minutes for a fuel or rest stop on longer drives.

The main roads are I 10, South Sherwood Forest Boulevard, North Sherwood Forest Drive. Most of the drive stays on highways, so watch for ramps and exits.

This is a comfortable same-day trip.

The midpoint is about 34.8 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 $10.51 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 1h 27m drive. You will face about 7 decision points, but nothing that requires special attention if you follow navigation.

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 Monticello, LA does not surface many named destination signs beyond the main corridor.

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