Origin
Kenner, LA
Late night in Kenner on Thursday
Local time
12:06 AM
CDT
Current temp
64°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
Trip from Kenner, LA to Ringgold, LA
Last recalculated Apr 16, 2026
Drive Time
5h 44m
Distance
300.4 mi
484 km
Drive Score
8/10
Great drive
Same Day?
Yes, doable
Fuel Cost
$45
one way
Best Time to Leave
4 AM
5h 31m
★
6 AM
5h 44m
8 AM
6h 11m
10 AM
5h 54m
12 PM
5h 51m
3 PM
5h 55m
5 PM
6h 9m
8 PM
5h 36m
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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Trip Overview
The drive from Kenner, LA to Ringgold, LA covers 300.4 miles and takes about 5h 44m behind the wheel. This route is realistic as a one-day drive if you keep your stops efficient.
The route leans on Williams Boulevard, I 10 West, LA 415 for much of the mileage, and the overall profile is turn-heavy local drive. At current regular gas prices, budget about $45.37 one way before food or hotel costs.
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
150.2 miles from Kenner, LA
A natural place for your longest stop of the day , about 2h 52m into the drive .
Drive Character
Expect a 5h 44m drive with frequent turns across 300.4 miles of local and secondary roads.
This route has more turning and local-road decision points than a simple highway run.
There are about 21 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 44m 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 Ringgold, LA is straightforward, with well-signed roads and simple exits.
Main Roads
| Road | Distance | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| Williams Boulevard | — | — |
| I 10 West | — | — |
| LA 415 | — | — |
| North Lobdell Highway | — | — |
| State Route 1 | — | — |
| I 49 North | — | — |
| Charles I | — | — |
| HWY 84 EAST | — | — |
Some road-level metrics are being recalculated.
Longest stretch:
Williams Boulevard
— detailed segment metrics are refreshing.
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Kenner, LA and Ringgold, 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
143 mi
·
2 hr 23 min
·
Charles I. "Doc" Hudson Highway
13
Take the exit slight right
0.5 mi
·
1 min
14
Keep slight right
315 ft
·
8 sec
15
Turn straight
8.1 mi
·
12 min
16
Continue on HWY 84 EAST
0.2 mi
·
21 sec
·
HWY 84 EAST
17
Turn left onto Ringgold Avenue
0.8 mi
·
1 min
·
Ringgold Avenue
18
Turn left onto Ringgold Avenue
1.4 mi
·
2 min
·
Ringgold Avenue
19
Keep slight right to continue on HWY 371
20 mi
·
30 min
·
HWY 371
20
Turn right onto Mill Street
102 ft
·
4 sec
·
Mill Street
21
Arrive at your destination
Trip Plan
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 150.2 miles from Kenner, LA, or about 2h 52m 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 66 miles or 1h 15m in
Use this first pause for coffee, a restroom break, and a quick traffic check ahead.
Halfway reset
Around 150.2 miles or 2h 52m 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 42m
Traffic, exits, and arrival timing usually matter more near Ringgold, 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 300.4 miles and 5h 44m.
Your first comfortable stop window is around 66 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 150.2 mi from Kenner, LA · 2h 52m into the drive
Mid-route town
Meal stop
150 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 66 miles helps settle the day before fatigue starts building.
Meal break
The midpoint is around 150.2 miles from Kenner, LA, which is a good place for a longer meal and fuel stop.
Arriving in Ringgold, LA
The final approach into Ringgold, 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 Ringgold, 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
$45.37 one way
$90.73 round trip
$3.84/gal
25.4 MPG avg
105 kg CO2
| Fuel Type | $/gal | One Way | Round Trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| midgrade | $4.21 | $49.80 | $99.61 |
| premium | $4.56 | $53.92 | $107.84 |
| diesel | $5.61 | $66.32 | $132.65 |
No toll roads detected on this route.
Estimated Trip Cost (one way, 1 person)
Fuel
$45
Meals
$25–$50
Total
$70–$95
Rough estimate based on US averages. Hotel $80–$140/night, meals $25–$50/day.
Estimated CO2 emission: 105.1 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-13.
Driving Electric?
About $32 in charging · 1 stop · 67% less CO2
| Vehicle Type | kWh | Stops | DC Fast | Home Charge |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Average EV | 90.1 | 1 | $31.54 | $14.42 |
| Efficient EV | 75.1 | 0 | $26.28 | $12.02 |
| EV Truck/SUV | 120.2 | 1 | $42.06 | $19.23 |
Gas CO2
105 kg
EV CO2
35 kg (67% less)
Plan for 1 charging stop. A 30-minute DC fast charge mid-route should be enough to complete the trip comfortably.
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
Ringgold, LA
Late night in Ringgold on Thursday
Local time
12:06 AM
CDT
Current temp
77°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
81°F
Broussard, LA
150 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
13 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
5h 44m 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 Ringgold, LA covers 300.4 miles and takes about 5h 44m 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 150.2 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 $45.37 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 44m 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 Ringgold, LA is straightforward, with well-signed roads and simple exits.
The route from Kenner, LA to Ringgold, LA does not surface many named destination signs beyond the main corridor.
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