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Trip from Kenner, LA to Opelousas, LA

Last recalculated Apr 16, 2026

Drive Time

2h 35m

Distance

127.4 mi

205 km

Drive Score

8/10

Great drive

Same Day?

Yes, doable

Fuel Cost

$19

one way

EV Charging

Excellent

25 DC fast

Best Time to Leave

Save up to 31 min
4 AM
2h 25m ★
6 AM
2h 35m
8 AM
2h 56m
10 AM
2h 42m
12 PM
2h 40m
3 PM
2h 43m
5 PM
2h 55m
8 PM
2h 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 Opelousas, LA, LA

Opelousas, LA

Abhishek Navlakha

Trip Overview

The drive from Kenner, LA to Opelousas, LA covers 127.4 miles and takes about 2h 35m behind the wheel. This route is realistic as a one-day drive if you keep your stops efficient.

The route leans on I 10, State Route 1, North Lobdell Highway for much of the mileage, and the overall profile is highway-focused drive. The longest uninterrupted segment is about 71.3 miles on I 10. At current regular gas prices, budget about $19.24 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

63.7 miles from Kenner, LA

A natural place for your longest stop of the day , about 1h 13m into the drive .

Who Is This Route For?

Weekend Trip

Doable as a same-day drive at 2h 35m. Total distance: 127.4 miles.

Family Friendly

Moderate complexity with 1 natural rest stops along the way.

Solo Traveler

2h 35m drive, comfortable solo distance.

First-Time Driver

Mostly highway driving (95%). Some complex stretches to watch for.

Drive Character

This is a 2h 35m highway drive covering 127.4 miles, with most of the trip on I 10 and State Route 1. The longest continuous stretch is about 71.3 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 71.3 miles.

How Hard Is This Drive?

This is a straightforward highway drive that stays mostly on I 10 and State Route 1. This route has several spots where lane changes, forks, or exits need your full attention. The trickiest moment comes early in the drive near LA 49 / Williams Boulevard.

Driving Effort 7/10

Demanding - plan breaks and stay ahead of the key maneuvers

Balances navigation complexity with total wheel time.

This is a demanding drive. With 11 significant decision points across 127.4 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: 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 69.1 miles (I 10): Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here.

Critical Maneuvers

5 of 11 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.
6
69.1 mi into trip | ~1h 19m in | I 10

Keep slight left at fork onto I 10

Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here

Use the straight / slight right lanes.
7
73.1 mi into trip | ~1h 24m in

Take the exit toward LA 415: Lobdell

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

Use the straight / slight right lanes. Exit 151 Toward LA 415: Lobdell
7
73.4 mi into trip | ~1h 25m in

Keep slight right at fork toward LA 415: Lobdell

Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here

Use the right lane. Toward LA 415: Lobdell

Main Roads

Road Distance Duration
I 10 71.3 mi 1h 20m
State Route 1 50.2 mi 1h 4m
North Lobdell Highway 3.6 mi 4m
Williams Boulevard 1.3 mi 2m
South Union Street <0.1 mi <1m
East Bellevue Street <0.1 mi <1m
South Main Street <0.1 mi <1m
21st Street <0.1 mi <1m
Longest stretch: I 10 — 71.3 mi, about 1h 20m

Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions

Step-by-step road directions between Kenner, LA and Opelousas, 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

67 mi · 1 hr 15 min · I 10
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
6

Keep slight left at fork onto I 10

3.9 mi · 4 min · I 10
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
7

Take the exit

0.3 mi · 44 sec
Exit 151 Toward LA 415: Lobdell Use the straight / slight right lanes.
8

Keep slight right at fork

317 ft · 7 sec
Toward LA 415: Lobdell Use the right lane.
9

Merge onto LA 415

3.6 mi · 4 min · North Lobdell Highway
Use the straight / right lanes.
10

Merge onto US 190; LA 1

50 mi · 1 hr 4 min · State Route 1
Use the straight lane.
11

Turn right onto LA 182

387 ft · 11 sec · South Union Street
12

Turn left onto East Bellevue Street

234 ft · 15 sec · East Bellevue Street
13

Turn left onto LA 182

157 ft · 2 sec · South Main Street
14

Arrive at destination

LA 182

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 63.7 miles from Kenner, LA, or about 1h 13m into the drive.
The longest continuous stretch on this route runs about 71.3 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 28 miles or 33m in

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

Halfway reset

Around 63.7 miles or 1h 13m 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 5m

Traffic, exits, and arrival timing usually matter more near Opelousas, 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 127.4 miles and 2h 35m.

Your first comfortable stop window is around 28 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 I 10 for about 71.3 miles.

Where to Stop

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

Halfway Point

Midpoint

About 63.7 mi from Kenner, LA · 1h 13m into the drive

suburb city of Baton Rouge, located in West Baton Rouge Parish, Louisiana, United States

Mid-route town

Meal stop

Port Allen, LA

64 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

Reserve, LA

Fuel and coffee

A short stop after about 28 miles helps settle the day before fatigue starts building.

Baton Rouge, LA

Meal break

The midpoint is around 63.7 miles from Kenner, LA, which is a good place for a longer meal and fuel stop.

Before the longest stretch

Fuel check

Top up before I 10 if your tank is already low. That segment runs about 71.3 miles.

Arriving in Opelousas, LA

The final approach into Opelousas, 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 Opelousas, LA.

These stop ideas are pacing suggestions — the exact town or exit can change with traffic, hotel plans, and fuel range.

Nearby Places

Restaurants, cafes, gas stations and more along your route.

Top Restaurant

Court Street Cafe

4.3 ★ ★ ★ ★ ☆

Port Allen, Louisiana

Around the midpoint, short detour

1.5 mi from route ~4 min detour $10 to $20 mile 72.8

Hours: 7 am–9 pm

+12253304669

Visit website

Louisiana Lagniappe Restaurant

4.6 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Baton Rouge, Louisiana

1.8 mi

Supper Club BR

4.7 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Baton Rouge, Louisiana

2 mi

Court Street Cafe

4.3 ★ ★ ★ ★ ☆

Around the midpoint, short detour

1.5 mi from route ~4 min detour $10 to $20 mile 72.8

Port Allen, Louisiana

Hours: 7 am–9 pm

+12253304669

Visit website

Louisiana Lagniappe Restaurant

4.6 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Around the midpoint, short detour

1.8 mi from route ~5 min detour Expensive mile 63.7

Baton Rouge, Louisiana

Hours: 5–8:30 pm

+12257679991

Visit website

Supper Club BR

4.7 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Around the midpoint, short detour

2 mi from route ~5 min detour $100 or ab mile 63.7

Baton Rouge, Louisiana

Hours: 5–10 pm

+12253411000

Visit website

City Pork Jefferson

4.6 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Around the midpoint, short detour

2.3 mi from route ~6 min detour $20 to $30 mile 63.7

Baton Rouge, Louisiana

Hours: 6:30 am–9 pm

+12256158880

Visit website

Tu tierra-Cafeteria, Breakfast & Brunch

4.5 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Around the midpoint, short detour

2.4 mi from route ~6 min detour $10 to $20 mile 63.7

Baton Rouge, Louisiana

Hours: 8 am–7 pm

+12252563986

Visit website

Maison Lacour French Restaurant

4.7 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Around the midpoint, short detour

2.9 mi from route ~7 min detour $50 to $10 mile 63.7

Baton Rouge, Louisiana

Hours: 5:30–7 pm

Visit website

Cork's Cajun Fried Fish & Shrimp

4.7 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Around the midpoint, ~9 min detour

3.7 mi from route ~9 min detour $10 to $20 mile 63.7

Baton Rouge, Louisiana

Hours: 10:30 am–8 pm

+12254789128

Visit website

SUNNY SIDE UP RESTAURANT

4.2 ★ ★ ★ ★ ☆

Near the start, short detour

3.3 mi from route ~8 min detour $10 to $20

Harahan, Louisiana

Hours: 6 am–3 pm

+15042242839

Visit website

Tesla Supercharger

4.3 ★ ★ ★ ★ ☆

Around the midpoint, short detour

1.5 mi from route ~4 min detour mile 45.5

Gonzales, Louisiana

Hours: Open 24 hours

+18777983752

Visit website

ChargePoint Charging Station

5.0 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Near the end, short detour

1.5 mi from route ~4 min detour mile 127.4

Opelousas, Louisiana

Hours: Open 24 hours

+18887584389

Visit website

ChargePoint Charging Station

5.0 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Near the end, short detour

1.6 mi from route ~4 min detour mile 127.4

Opelousas, Louisiana

Hours: Open 24 hours

+18887584389

Visit website

Nissan Charging Station

5.0 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Near the end, short detour

1.6 mi from route ~4 min detour mile 127.4

Opelousas, Louisiana

+33172676914

XCharge Charging Station

4.4 ★ ★ ★ ★ ☆

Near the start, short detour

2.8 mi from route ~7 min detour

Harahan, Louisiana

ChargePoint Charging Station

4.0 ★ ★ ★ ★ ☆

Near the start, short detour

2.5 mi from route ~6 min detour

Metairie, Louisiana

Hours: 7 am–8 pm

Visit website

Green Park Park & Charge

4.1 ★ ★ ★ ★ ☆

Around the midpoint, short detour

2.7 mi from route ~7 min detour mile 72.8

Baton Rouge, Louisiana

Hours: Open 24 hours

Tesla Supercharger

4.4 ★ ★ ★ ★ ☆

Around the midpoint, ~9 min detour

3.7 mi from route ~9 min detour mile 63.7

Baton Rouge, Louisiana

Hours: Open 24 hours

Visit website

Burden Museum & Gardens

4.8 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Around the midpoint, right off the route

0.6 mi from route ~1 min detour mile 63.7

Baton Rouge, Louisiana

Hours: 8 am–5 pm

+12257633990

Visit website

LSU AgCenter Botanic Gardens

4.6 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Around the midpoint, right off the route

0.4 mi from route ~1 min detour mile 63.7

Baton Rouge, Louisiana

Hours: 8 am–5 pm

+12257633990

Visit website

Blue Zoo Aquarium Baton Rouge

4.7 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Around the midpoint, short detour

1.2 mi from route ~3 min detour mile 63.7

Baton Rouge, Louisiana

Hours: 11 am–7 pm

+12254165290

Visit website

Louisiana State University Rural Life Museum

4.7 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Around the midpoint, short detour

1.2 mi from route ~3 min detour mile 63.7

Baton Rouge, Louisiana

Hours: 8 am–4:30 pm

+12257652437

Visit website

Kenner Planetarium and MegaDome Cinema

4.7 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Near the start, short detour

1.4 mi from route ~3 min detour

Kenner, Louisiana

Hours: Closed

+15044687231

Visit website

West Baton Rouge Museum

4.8 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Around the midpoint, short detour

1.9 mi from route ~5 min detour mile 72.8

Port Allen, Louisiana

Hours: 10 am–4:30 pm

+12253362422

Visit website

Celebration Station Baton Rouge

4.2 ★ ★ ★ ★ ☆

Around the midpoint, short detour

2 mi from route ~5 min detour mile 63.7

Baton Rouge, Louisiana

Hours: 12–9 pm

+12259247888

Visit website

BREC's Bluebonnet Swamp Nature Center

4.5 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Around the midpoint, short detour

2.4 mi from route ~6 min detour mile 63.7

Baton Rouge, Louisiana

Hours: 9 am–5 pm

+12257578905

Visit website

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

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

$19.24 one way

$38.48 round trip

$3.84/gal 25.4 MPG avg 45 kg CO2
Fuel Type $/gal One Way Round Trip
midgrade $4.21 $21.12 $42.24
premium $4.56 $22.87 $45.73
diesel $5.61 $28.13 $56.26

No toll roads detected on this route.

Estimated Trip Cost (one way, 1 person)

Fuel

$19

Meals

$25–$50

Total

$44–$69

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

Estimated CO2 emission: 44.6 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-13.

EV Charging Along Route

25 DC fast chargers · Coverage: excellent

ChargePoint Charging Station

Baton Rouge, Louisiana

ChargePoint

1 DCFC

ChargePoint Charging Station

Baton Rouge, Louisiana

ChargePoint

1 DCFC

Nissan Charging Station

Opelousas, Louisiana

Other

1 DCFC

ChargePoint Charging Station

Opelousas, Louisiana

ChargePoint

1 DCFC

ChargePoint Charging Station

Opelousas, Louisiana

ChargePoint

1 DCFC

XCharge Charging Station

Harahan, Louisiana

Other

1 DCFC

Tesla Supercharger

Baton Rouge, Louisiana

Tesla

1 DCFC

Tesla Supercharger

Gonzales, Louisiana

Tesla

1 DCFC

Other: 11 ChargePoint: 7 Tesla: 2 Blink: 2 Rivian: 1 EV Connect: 1 Shell Recharge: 1

Station data from NREL Alternative Fuel Stations database.

Driving Electric?

About $13 in charging · 0 stops · 67% less CO2

Vehicle Type kWh Stops DC Fast Home Charge
Average EV 38.2 0 $13.38 $6.12
Efficient EV 31.9 0 $11.15 $5.10
EV Truck/SUV 51 0 $17.84 $8.15

Gas CO2

45 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.

Forecast as of Apr 15, 2026

Origin

Kenner, LA

Evening in Kenner on Thursday

Local time

5:41 PM

CDT

Current temp

64°F

Unavailable

Live forecast

Destination

Opelousas, LA

Evening in Opelousas on Thursday

Local time

5:41 PM

CDT

Current temp

80°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

16 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 35m 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 Opelousas, LA covers 127.4 miles and takes about 2h 35m without stops. Add 15-30 minutes for a fuel or rest stop on longer drives.
The main roads are I 10, State Route 1, North Lobdell 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 63.7 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 $19.24 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 11 significant decision points across 127.4 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: 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 69.1 miles (I 10): Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here.
The route from Kenner, LA to Opelousas, LA does not surface many named destination signs beyond the main corridor.

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