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Trip from Metairie, LA to Kenner, LA

Drive Time

14m

Distance

6.2 mi

10 km

Drive Score

6/10

Good drive

Same Day?

Yes, doable

Fuel Cost

$1

one way

EV Charging

Excellent

8 DC fast

Best Time to Leave

4 AM
0h 13m ★
6 AM
0h 15m
8 AM
0h 17m
10 AM
0h 16m
12 PM
0h 15m
3 PM
0h 16m
5 PM
0h 17m
8 PM
0h 14m

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

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Downtown Metairie, LA, LA

Metairie, LA

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Downtown Kenner, LA, LA

Kenner, LA

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Trip Overview

The drive from Metairie, LA to Kenner, LA covers 6.2 miles and takes about 14m behind the wheel. This route is realistic as a one-day drive if you keep your stops efficient.

The route leans on West Napoleon Avenue, North Causeway Boulevard, Williams Boulevard for much of the mileage, and the overall profile is turn-heavy local drive. The longest uninterrupted segment is about 5.2 miles on West Napoleon Avenue. At current regular gas prices, budget about $0.95 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

0 planned breaks

A short stop every 2 to 3 hours is enough for this drive.

Midpoint

3.1 miles from Metairie, LA

A natural place for your longest stop of the day , about 7m into the drive .

Drive Character

Expect a 14m drive with frequent turns across 6.2 miles of local and secondary roads.

This route has more turning and local-road decision points than a simple highway run.
There are about 10 navigation steps in the underlying route data, so the final approach matters more than the middle miles.
West Napoleon Avenue is the longest continuous segment at about 5.2 miles.

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. The trickiest moment comes around 0.2 miles in near North Causeway Boulevard.

Route Complexity 3/10

Easy - simple navigation with a manageable amount of wheel time

This is a straightforward 14m 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: at 0.2 miles (North Causeway Boulevard): Complex interchange - multiple decisions in a short stretch; at 0.2 miles (46th Street): Navigation decision point; at 0.2 miles (North Causeway Boulevard): Navigation decision point.

Critical Maneuvers

5 of 7 key points

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

6
0.2 mi into trip | ~0m in | North Causeway Boulevard

At end of road, turn right onto North Causeway Boulevard

Complex interchange - multiple decisions in a short stretch

5
0.2 mi into trip | ~1m in | 46th Street

Turn left onto 46th Street

Navigation decision point

4
0.2 mi into trip | ~1m in | North Causeway Boulevard

Turn right onto North Causeway Boulevard

Navigation decision point

7
0.8 mi into trip | ~2m in | West Napoleon Avenue

Turn uturn onto West Napoleon Avenue

Sharp turn - reduce speed on approach

5
6.2 mi into trip | ~14m in | 21st Street

Turn right onto 21st Street

Navigation decision point

Main Roads

Road Distance Duration
West Napoleon Avenue 5.2 mi 11m
North Causeway Boulevard 0.6 mi 1m
Williams Boulevard 0.3 mi <1m
47th Street 0.2 mi <1m
Fagot Avenue <0.1 mi <1m
46th Street <0.1 mi <1m
21st Street <0.1 mi <1m
Longest stretch: West Napoleon Avenue — 5.2 mi, about 11m

Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions

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

1

Start on Fagot Avenue

111 ft · 4 sec · Fagot Avenue
2

Continue on 47th Street

0.2 mi · 40 sec · 47th Street
3

At end of road, turn right onto North Causeway Boulevard

285 ft · 17 sec · North Causeway Boulevard
4

Turn left onto 46th Street

47 ft · 4 sec · 46th Street
5

Turn right onto North Causeway Boulevard

0.5 mi · 1 min · North Causeway Boulevard
6

Turn right

127 ft · 13 sec
7

Turn uturn onto West Napoleon Avenue

5.2 mi · 11 min · West Napoleon Avenue
8

Turn left onto LA 49

0.3 mi · 41 sec · Williams Boulevard
Use the left lane.
9

Turn right onto 21st Street

38 ft · 1 sec · 21st Street
10

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.
You may only need one short stretch break if traffic stays light.
The halfway point lands around 3.1 miles from Metairie, LA, or about 7m into the drive.
The longest continuous stretch on this route runs about 5.2 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 6.2 miles or 14m in

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

Halfway reset

Around 3.1 miles or 7m in

This is the best place for your longest stop, a real meal, and a full fuel check.

Final approach

Final hour starts around 12m

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 Metairie, 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 Metairie, LA

This is one driving day of about 6.2 miles and 14m.

Your first comfortable stop window is around 80 miles from Metairie, LA.
This route can stay practical as a one-day drive if traffic stays reasonable.
You may only need one short stretch stop if conditions stay smooth.
The longest stretch is on West Napoleon Avenue for about 5.2 miles.

Where to Stop

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

Halfway Point

Midpoint

About 3.1 mi from Metairie, LA · 7m into the drive

Downtown Metairie Terrace, LA, LA

Mid-route town

Meal stop

Metairie Terrace, LA

3 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

Metairie Terrace, LA

Fuel and coffee

A short stop after about 6.2 miles helps settle the day before fatigue starts building.

Metairie Terrace, LA

Meal break

The midpoint is around 3.1 miles from Metairie, LA, which is a good place for a longer meal and fuel stop.

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...

5 mi from route ~13 min detour Free
View on nps.gov

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

Fuel & Cost

Regular Gas

$0.95 one way

$1.90 round trip

$3.88/gal 25.4 MPG avg 2 kg CO2
Fuel Type $/gal One Way Round Trip
midgrade $4.26 $1.04 $2.08
premium $4.61 $1.13 $2.25
diesel $5.64 $1.38 $2.75

No toll roads detected on this route.

Estimated Trip Cost (one way, 1 person)

Fuel

$1

Meals

$25–$50

Total

$26–$51

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

Estimated CO2 emission: 2.2 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-06.

EV Charging Along Route

8 DC fast chargers · Coverage: excellent

Winn-Dixie - Tesla Supercharger

Metairie, LA

Tesla

24 DCFC

The Jung Hotel - Tesla Supercharger

New Orleans, LA

Tesla

12 DCFC

Rouses Market - Tesla Supercharger

Metairie, LA

Tesla

8 DCFC

Matt Bowers Ford

Metairie, LA

FORD_CHARGE

2 DCFC

FRT FAST CHARGE DRIVE 3

Metairie, LA

ChargePoint Network

1 DCFC

FRT FAST CHARGE DRIVE 4

Metairie, LA

ChargePoint Network

1 DCFC

FRT FAST CHARGE CSN-01695064

Metairie, LA

ChargePoint Network

1 DCFC

FRT FAST CHARGE FRONT #2

Metairie, LA

ChargePoint Network

1 DCFC

ChargePoint Network: 4 Tesla: 3 FORD_CHARGE: 1

Station data from NREL Alternative Fuel Stations database.

Driving Electric?

About $1 in charging · 0 stops · 50% less CO2

Vehicle Type kWh Stops DC Fast Home Charge
Average EV 1.9 0 $0.65 $0.30
Efficient EV 1.6 0 $0.54 $0.25
EV Truck/SUV 2.5 0 $0.87 $0.40

Gas CO2

2 kg

EV CO2

1 kg (50% 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 data refreshed 1 day ago

Origin

Metairie, LA

Afternoon in Metairie on Monday

Local time

2:09 PM

CDT

Current temp

85°F

Unavailable

Live forecast

Destination

Kenner, LA

Afternoon in Kenner on Monday

Local time

2:09 PM

CDT

Current temp

68°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

17 degrees cooler at arrival

A meaningful temperature swing is a good cue to rethink layers, water, and how soon you want to arrive.

Road read

14m 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 Metairie, LA to Kenner, LA covers 6.2 miles and takes about 14m without stops. Add 15-30 minutes for a fuel or rest stop on longer drives.
The main roads are West Napoleon Avenue, North Causeway Boulevard, Williams Boulevard. Expect a mix of highway and local road driving.
This is a comfortable same-day trip.
The midpoint is about 3.1 miles from Metairie, LA. Look for rest areas, gas stations, or food options near the halfway mark.
At current regular gas prices, expect to spend about $0.95 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 14m drive. You will face about 7 decision points, but nothing that requires special attention if you follow navigation.
The main spots that need attention: at 0.2 miles (North Causeway Boulevard): Complex interchange - multiple decisions in a short stretch; at 0.2 miles (46th Street): Navigation decision point; at 0.2 miles (North Causeway Boulevard): Navigation decision point.
The route from Metairie, LA to Kenner, LA does not surface many named destination signs beyond the main corridor.

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