Trip from Kenner, LA to Walker, LA

Last recalculated Apr 16, 2026

Drive Time

5h 13m

Distance

261.5 mi

421 km

Drive Score

10/10

Great drive

Same Day?

Yes, doable

Fuel Cost

$39

one way

EV Charging

Unknown

Best Time to Leave

Save up to 41 min

4 AM

5h 0m ★

6 AM

5h 14m

8 AM

5h 41m

10 AM

5h 23m

12 PM

5h 20m

3 PM

5h 24m

5 PM

5h 39m

8 PM

5h 5m

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 Walker, LA covers 261.5 miles and takes about 5h 13m behind the wheel. This route is realistic as a one-day drive if you keep your stops efficient.

The route leans on I 10, Charles I. "Doc" Hudson Highway, State Route 1 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 $39.49 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

130.8 miles from Kenner, LA

A natural place for your longest stop of the day , about 2h 38m into the drive .

Who Is This Route For?

Weekend Trip

Doable as a same-day drive at 5h 13m. Total distance: 261.5 miles.

Family Friendly

Moderate complexity with 1 natural rest stops along the way.

Solo Traveler

5h 13m drive, comfortable solo distance.

First-Time Driver

Mostly highway driving (70%). Some complex stretches to watch for.

Drive Character

This is a 5h 13m highway drive covering 261.5 miles, with most of the trip on I 10 and Charles I. "Doc" Hudson Highway. 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 20 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 Charles I. "Doc" Hudson Highway. 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 10/10

High effort - long or complex enough to need steady focus all day

Balances navigation complexity with total wheel time.

This is a demanding drive. With 16 significant decision points across 261.5 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 69.1 miles (I 10): Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here; at 73.1 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here.

Critical Maneuvers

5 of 16 key points

These are the spots where you need to pay the most attention. Preview them before you drive.

0 mi into trip | ~0m in | LA 49 / Williams Boulevard

Turn right onto LA 49 / Williams Boulevard

Navigation decision point

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.

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

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

191.3 mi into trip | ~3h 39m in | US 167

Keep slight left at fork onto US 167 toward US 167 North, LA 28 East: Pineville Expressway

Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one

Toward US 167 North, LA 28 East: Pineville Expr...

Main Roads

Road	Distance	Duration
I 10	71.3 mi	1h 20m
Charles I. "Doc" Hudson Highway	64.6 mi	1h 5m
State Route 1	49 mi	1h 2m
US 167	47.4 mi	58m
State Route 34	16.3 mi	24m
Walker Road	4.6 mi	8m
North Lobdell Highway	3.6 mi	4m
Maple Street	1.8 mi	2m

Longest stretch: I 10 — 71.3 mi, about 1h 20m

Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions

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

Start on 21st Street

38 ft · 5 sec · 21st Street

Turn right onto LA 49

0.1 mi · 12 sec · Williams Boulevard

Continue on LA 49

1.2 mi · 2 min · Williams Boulevard

Use the left lane.

Take the ramp

0.4 mi · 54 sec

Toward I 10 West: Baton Rouge

Merge onto I 10

67 mi · 1 hr 15 min · I 10

Use the straight / slight right lanes.

Keep slight left at fork onto I 10

3.9 mi · 4 min · I 10

Use the straight / slight right lanes.

Take the exit

0.3 mi · 44 sec

Exit 151 Toward LA 415: Lobdell Use the straight / slight right lanes.

Keep slight right at fork

317 ft · 7 sec

Toward LA 415: Lobdell Use the right lane.

Merge onto LA 415

3.6 mi · 4 min · North Lobdell Highway

Use the straight / right lanes.

Merge onto US 190; LA 1

49 mi · 1 hr 2 min · State Route 1

Use the straight lane.

Take the exit

0.3 mi · 36 sec

Toward I 49 North, US 167 North: Alexandria

Merge onto I 49; US 167

65 mi · 1 hr 5 min · Charles I. "Doc" Hudson Highway

Take the exit onto US 167

0.2 mi · 29 sec · US 167

Toward US 167 North, LA 28 East, LA 1: Pineville Expressway, Casson Street

Keep slight left at fork onto US 167

47 mi · 58 min · US 167

Toward US 167 North, LA 28 East: Pineville Expressway

Turn right onto US 84; LA 34

0.3 mi · 28 sec · East Boundary Avenue

Continue on US 84; LA 34

1.8 mi · 2 min · Maple Street

Turn left onto LA 34

16 mi · 24 min · State Route 34

Keep slight left at fork onto LA 147

4.6 mi · 8 min · Walker Road

Turn right onto Parish Road 220

421 ft · 18 sec · Parish Road 220

Arrive at destination

Parish Road 220

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 130.8 miles from Kenner, LA, or about 2h 38m 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 58 miles or 1h 7m in

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

Halfway reset

Around 130.8 miles or 2h 38m 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 8m

Traffic, exits, and arrival timing usually matter more near Walker, 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 261.5 miles and 5h 13m.

Your first comfortable stop window is around 58 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 130.8 mi from Kenner, LA · 2h 38m into the drive

suburb city of Lafayette, located in Lafayette and St. Martin parishes, Louisiana, United States

Mid-route town

Meal stop

Broussard, LA

131 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

Baton Rouge, LA

Fuel and coffee

A short stop after about 58 miles helps settle the day before fatigue starts building.

Broussard, LA

Meal break

The midpoint is around 130.8 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 Walker, LA

The final approach into Walker, 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 Walker, LA.

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

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

Cane River Creole National Historical Park

National Historical Park

The Cane River region is home to a unique culture; the Creoles. Generations of the same families of workers, enslaved and tenant, and owners lived on these lands for over 200 years. The park tells the...

26 mi from route ~65 min detour Free near mile 225.5

View on nps.gov

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

Fuel & Cost

Regular Gas

$39.49 one way

$78.99 round trip

$3.84/gal 25.4 MPG avg 92 kg CO₂

Fuel Type	$/gal	One Way	Round Trip
midgrade	$4.21	$43.35	$86.71
premium	$4.56	$46.94	$93.87
diesel	$5.61	$57.74	$115.47

No toll roads detected on this route.

Estimated Trip Cost (one way, 1 person)

Fuel

$39

Meals

$25–$50

Total

$64–$89

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

Estimated CO2 emission: 91.5 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-13.

Driving Electric?

About $27 in charging · 0 stops · 66% less CO₂

Vehicle Type	kWh	Stops	DC Fast	Home Charge
Average EV	78.5	0	$27.46	$12.55
Efficient EV	65.4	0	$22.88	$10.46
EV Truck/SUV	104.6	1	$36.61	$16.74

Gas CO2

91 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.

Forecast as of Apr 15, 2026

Origin

Kenner, LA

Afternoon in Kenner on Thursday

Local time

1:16 PM

CDT

Current temp

64°F

Unavailable

Live forecast

Destination

Walker, LA

Afternoon in Walker on Thursday

Local time

1:16 PM

CDT

Current temp

77°F

Unavailable

Live forecast

81°F

Broussard, LA

131 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 13m 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 Walker, LA covers 261.5 miles and takes about 5h 13m without stops. Add 15-30 minutes for a fuel or rest stop on longer drives.

The main roads are I 10, Charles I. "Doc" Hudson Highway, State Route 1. Most of the drive stays on highways, so watch for ramps and exits.

This is a comfortable same-day trip.

The midpoint is about 130.8 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 $39.49 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.

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

Yes. Nearby national parks include New Orleans Jazz National Historical Park and Cane River Creole National Historical Park.

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Trip from Kenner, LA to Walker, LA

Best Time to Leave

Trip Overview

Who Is This Route For?

Drive Character

How Hard Is This Drive?

Critical Maneuvers

Main Roads

Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions

Trip Plan

Before You Leave

Where to Stop

Pacing Suggestions

Arriving in Walker, LA

National Parks Near This Route

New Orleans Jazz National Historical Park

Cane River Creole National Historical Park

Fuel & Cost

Travel Intel

Kenner, LA

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Same local time

13 degrees warmer at arrival

5h 13m on the road

Frequently Asked Questions

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