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Trip from Leonville, LA to Kenner, LA

Last recalculated Apr 16, 2026

Drive Time

2h 37m

Distance

126.5 mi

204 km

Drive Score

8/10

Great drive

Same Day?

Yes, doable

Fuel Cost

$19

one way

EV Charging

Unknown

Best Time to Leave

Save up to 31 min
4 AM
2h 27m ★
6 AM
2h 37m
8 AM
2h 58m
10 AM
2h 45m
12 PM
2h 43m
3 PM
2h 46m
5 PM
2h 57m
8 PM
2h 31m

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

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Downtown Leonville, LA, LA

Leonville, LA

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suburb city of New Orleans, located in Jefferson Parish, Louisiana, United States

Kenner, LA

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Trip Overview

The drive from Leonville, LA to Kenner, LA covers 126.5 miles and takes about 2h 37m behind the wheel. This route is realistic as a one-day drive if you keep your stops efficient.

The route leans on I 10, US 190, LA 741 for much of the mileage, and the overall profile is highway-focused drive. The longest uninterrupted segment is about 71.4 miles on I 10. At current regular gas prices, budget about $19.10 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

63.3 miles from Leonville, LA

A natural place for your longest stop of the day , about 1h 24m into the drive .

Who Is This Route For?

Weekend Trip

Doable as a same-day drive at 2h 37m. Total distance: 126.5 miles.

Family Friendly

Moderate complexity with 1 natural rest stops along the way.

Solo Traveler

2h 37m drive, comfortable solo distance.

First-Time Driver

Mostly highway driving (99%). Some complex stretches to watch for.

Drive Character

This is a 2h 37m highway drive covering 126.5 miles, with most of the trip on I 10 and US 190. The longest continuous stretch is about 71.4 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 13 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 71.4 miles.

How Hard Is This Drive?

This is a straightforward highway drive that stays mostly on I 10 and US 190. You will hit about 10 points where you need to pay attention to lane position or signs. The trickiest moment comes around 7.9 miles in near US 190.

Driving Effort 5/10

Moderate - straightforward overall, but long enough or busy enough to require pacing

Balances navigation complexity with total wheel time.

This drive requires moderate attention. Across 126.5 miles you will encounter 10 spots where lane choice or exit timing matters. Not difficult for experienced highway drivers, but worth previewing the tricky sections before you go.

Where does it get tricky?

The main spots that need attention: at 7.9 miles (US 190): Lane positioning matters here; at 53.9 miles (I 10): Merge point - match speed before joining. Lane positioning matters here; at 125.2 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one.

Critical Maneuvers

5 of 10 key points

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

5
7.9 mi into trip | ~14m in | US 190

Turn right onto US 190

Lane positioning matters here

Use the straight / right lanes.
5
53.9 mi into trip | ~1h 13m in | I 10

Merge onto I 10

Merge point - match speed before joining. Lane positioning matters here

Use the straight / slight right lanes.
8
125.2 mi into trip | ~2h 34m in

Take the exit toward LA 49: Williams Boulevard, New Orleans International Airport

Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one

Use the straight / slight right lanes. Exit 223A-B Toward LA 49: Williams Boulevard, New Orleans I...
9
125.5 mi into trip | ~2h 35m in

Keep slight right at fork toward LA 49 South: New Orleans International Airport, Williams Boulevard South

Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one

Use the right lane. Toward LA 49 South: New Orleans International A...
5
125.5 mi into trip | ~2h 35m in | LA 49 / Williams Boulevard

Turn right onto LA 49 / Williams Boulevard

Lane positioning matters here

Use the right lane.

Main Roads

Road Distance Duration
I 10 71.4 mi 1h 20m
US 190 42.1 mi 54m
LA 741 5.7 mi 10m
LA 415 Spur 3.6 mi 5m
State Route 31 2.2 mi 4m
Williams Boulevard 1 mi 2m
21st Street <0.1 mi <1m
Oscar Rivette Street <0.1 mi —

Some road-level metrics are being recalculated.

Longest stretch: I 10 — 71.4 mi, about 1h 20m

Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions

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

1

Start on LA 3254

21 ft · 0 sec · Oscar Rivette Street
2

Turn right onto LA 31

0.3 mi · 30 sec · State Route 31
3

Continue on LA 31

1.9 mi · 3 min · State Route 31
4

Turn left onto LA 741

5.7 mi · 10 min · LA 741
5

Turn right onto US 190

42 mi · 54 min · US 190
Use the straight / right lanes.
6

Keep slight right at fork onto LA 415 Spur

3.6 mi · 5 min · LA 415 Spur
7

Turn left

0.3 mi · 36 sec
Toward I 10 East: Baton Rouge
8

Merge onto I 10

71 mi · 1 hr 20 min · I 10
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
9

Take the exit

0.2 mi · 23 sec
Exit 223A-B Toward LA 49: Williams Boulevard, New Orleans International Airport Use the straight / slight right lanes.
10

Keep slight right at fork

174 ft · 4 sec
Toward LA 49 South: New Orleans International Airport, Williams Boulevard South Use the right lane.
11

Turn right onto LA 49

1.0 mi · 2 min · Williams Boulevard
Use the right lane.
12

Turn right onto 21st Street

38 ft · 1 sec · 21st Street
13

Arrive at destination

21st Street

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 63.3 miles from Leonville, LA, or about 1h 24m into the drive.
The longest continuous stretch on this route runs about 71.4 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 39m in

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

Halfway reset

Around 63.3 miles or 1h 24m 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 10m

Traffic, exits, and arrival timing usually matter more near Kenner, LA than in the middle of the route.

Before You Leave

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Open the route before leaving Leonville, LA so your first major turns are already loaded.

+

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 Leonville, LA

This is one driving day of about 126.5 miles and 2h 37m.

Your first comfortable stop window is around 28 miles from Leonville, 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 71.4 miles.

Where to Stop

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

Halfway Point

Midpoint

About 63.3 mi from Leonville, LA · 1h 24m 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

63 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.

Popular next leg

Port Allen, LA to Kenner, LA

71.8 mi · 1h 23m

Pacing Suggestions

New Roads, 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 63.3 miles from Leonville, 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 71.4 miles.

Arriving in Kenner, LA

The final approach into Kenner, 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 Kenner, 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

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 near mile 126.5
View on nps.gov

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

Fuel & Cost

Regular Gas

$19.10 one way

$38.21 round trip

$3.84/gal 25.4 MPG avg 44 kg CO2
Fuel Type $/gal One Way Round Trip
midgrade $4.21 $20.97 $41.94
premium $4.56 $22.71 $45.41
diesel $5.61 $27.93 $55.86

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: 44.3 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-13.

Driving Electric?

About $13 in charging · 0 stops · 66% less CO2

Vehicle Type kWh Stops DC Fast Home Charge
Average EV 37.9 0 $13.28 $6.07
Efficient EV 31.6 0 $11.07 $5.06
EV Truck/SUV 50.6 0 $17.71 $8.10

Gas CO2

44 kg

EV CO2

15 kg (66% 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

Leonville, LA

Morning in Leonville on Thursday

Local time

10:39 AM

CDT

Current temp

59°F

Unavailable

Live forecast

Destination

Kenner, LA

Morning in Kenner on Thursday

Local time

10:39 AM

CDT

Current temp

64°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

5 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 37m 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 Leonville, LA to Kenner, LA covers 126.5 miles and takes about 2h 37m without stops. Add 15-30 minutes for a fuel or rest stop on longer drives.
The main roads are I 10, US 190, LA 741. Most of the drive stays on highways, so watch for ramps and exits.
This is a comfortable same-day trip.
The midpoint is about 63.3 miles from Leonville, LA. Look for rest areas, gas stations, or food options near the halfway mark.
At current regular gas prices, expect to spend about $19.10 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 drive requires moderate attention. Across 126.5 miles you will encounter 10 spots where lane choice or exit timing matters. Not difficult for experienced highway drivers, but worth previewing the tricky sections before you go.
The main spots that need attention: at 7.9 miles (US 190): Lane positioning matters here; at 53.9 miles (I 10): Merge point - match speed before joining. Lane positioning matters here; at 125.2 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one.
The route from Leonville, LA to Kenner, LA does not surface many named destination signs beyond the main corridor.
Yes. Nearby national parks include New Orleans Jazz National Historical Park.

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