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Trip from Pierre Part, LA to Kenner, LA

Compiled and reviewed by the Trip.ovh planning team at COD Solutions Oy · Last reviewed Apr 17, 2026 · Editorial standards

Drive Time

1h 32m

Distance

72.7 mi

117 km

Drive Score

7/10

Good drive

Same Day?

Yes, doable

Fuel Cost

$11

one way

EV Charging

Fair

4 stations

Best Time to Leave

Save up to 21 min
4 AM
1h 26m ★
6 AM
1h 33m
8 AM
1h 47m
10 AM
1h 38m
12 PM
1h 36m
3 PM
1h 38m
5 PM
1h 46m
8 PM
1h 28m

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

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Downtown Pierre Part, LA, LA

Pierre Part, LA

Alberto Ramírez Sobrino

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

Kenner, LA

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Trip Overview

This 72.7-mile drive from Pierre Part, Louisiana, to Kenner, Louisiana, is easily manageable as a single-day trip, taking approximately 1 hour and 32 minutes. The majority of your journey, 81% to be exact, will be on highways, primarily I-10. With an estimated fuel cost of $11, this route offers an economical way to travel between the Southeast regions of Louisiana. It’s a straightforward drive, perfect for those looking for a quick and efficient transit without needing to break it up over multiple days.

Trip Pace

Same-day drive is realistic

A same-day return is realistic if you keep stops short.

Midpoint

36.4 miles from Pierre Part, LA

A natural place for your longest stop of the day , about 50m into the drive .

Who Is This Route For?

Weekend Trip

Doable as a same-day drive at 1h 32m. Total distance: 72.7 miles.

Family Friendly

Moderate complexity with 0 natural rest stops along the way.

Solo Traveler

1h 32m drive, comfortable solo distance.

First-Time Driver

Mostly highway driving (81%). Some complex stretches to watch for.

Drive Character

Expect a highway-focused drive for most of this 72.7-mile journey. With 81% of the route on high-speed roads, including a significant uninterrupted stretch of 40.1 miles on I-10, you'll experience a consistent pace. The drive begins on local roads like Pierre Part Road and LA 70 before merging onto the interstate, offering a blend of familiar local transitions and efficient highway travel. This profile suggests a drive where maintaining speed is generally possible, allowing for a direct approach to your destination.

Most of the miles stay on highways, which makes pacing and fuel planning easier than turn-by-turn city driving.
There are about 15 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 40.1 miles.

How Hard Is This Drive?

This is a straightforward highway drive that stays mostly on I 10 and Pierre Part Road. This route has several spots where lane changes, forks, or exits need your full attention. The trickiest moment comes around 22.5 miles in near LA 70.

Driving Effort 8/10

Demanding - plan breaks and stay ahead of the key maneuvers

Balances navigation complexity with total wheel time.

This drive requires moderate attention. Across 72.7 miles you will encounter 12 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 22.5 miles (LA 70): Highway fork - watch signs carefully; at 31.4 miles (I 10): Merge point - match speed before joining. Lane positioning matters here; at 71.4 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one.

Critical Maneuvers

5 of 12 key points

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

4
22.5 mi into trip | ~33m in | LA 70

Keep slight right at fork onto LA 70

Highway fork - watch signs carefully

5
31.4 mi into trip | ~44m in | I 10

Merge onto I 10

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

Use the straight / slight right lanes.
8
71.4 mi into trip | ~1h 30m 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
71.6 mi into trip | ~1h 30m 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
71.7 mi into trip | ~1h 30m 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 40.1 mi 45m
Pierre Part Road 11.6 mi 17m
LA 70 10 mi 12m
State Highway 70 8.9 mi 13m
Williams Boulevard 1 mi 2m
LA 22 0.3 mi <1m
Crawford Leblanc Boulevard 0.1 mi <1m
Leonie Street <0.1 mi <1m
Longest stretch: I 10 — 40.1 mi, about 45m

Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions

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

1

Start on Leonie Street

281 ft · 14 sec · Leonie Street
2

Turn right onto LA 70

8.9 mi · 13 min · State Highway 70
3

Continue on LA 70

12 mi · 17 min · Pierre Part Road
4

Turn right onto LA 70

1.9 mi · 2 min · LA 70
5

Keep slight right at fork onto LA 70

3.9 mi · 5 min · LA 70
6

Keep slight right at fork onto LA 70

4.2 mi · 4 min · LA 70
7

Keep slight right at fork onto LA 70

0.1 mi · 8 sec · Crawford Leblanc Boulevard
8

Merge onto LA 22

0.3 mi · 28 sec · LA 22
9

Take the exit

0.4 mi · 48 sec
Toward I 10 East: New Orleans
10

Merge onto I 10

40 mi · 45 min · I 10
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
11

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.
12

Keep slight right at fork

174 ft · 4 sec
Toward LA 49 South: New Orleans International Airport, Williams Boulevard South Use the right lane.
13

Turn right onto LA 49

1.0 mi · 2 min · Williams Boulevard
Use the right lane.
14

Turn right onto 21st Street

38 ft · 1 sec · 21st Street
15

Arrive at destination

21st Street

Trip Plan

Given the relatively short duration of 1 hour and 32 minutes for this 72.7-mile trip, you have plenty of flexibility for departure time. Since there are no recommended stops and the fuel cost is a low $11, planning around meal breaks isn't essential, though rest areas are available on I-10 if needed. A key tip for this route is to be aware of potential traffic on I-10 as you approach the Kenner area, especially during peak commuting hours. The longest stretch without a major change in road type is over 40 miles on I-10, so ensure you're comfortable with sustained highway driving.

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 36.4 miles from Pierre Part, LA, or about 50m into the drive.
The longest continuous stretch on this route runs about 40.1 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 16 miles or 23m in

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

Halfway reset

Around 36.4 miles or 50m in

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

Final approach

Final hour starts around 1h 19m

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 Pierre Part, LA so your first major turns are already loaded.

Day 1

Settle into the route from Pierre Part, LA

This is one driving day of about 72.7 miles and 1h 32m.

Your first comfortable stop window is around 16 miles from Pierre Part, LA.
This route can stay practical as a one-day drive if traffic stays reasonable.
The longest stretch is on I 10 for about 40.1 miles.

Where to Stop

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

Halfway Point

Midpoint

About 36.4 mi from Pierre Part, LA · 50m into the drive

city in Louisiana, United States

Mid-route town

Meal stop

Donaldsonville, LA

36 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

Donaldsonville, LA

Fuel and coffee

A short stop after about 16 miles helps settle the day before fatigue starts building.

Sorrento, LA

Meal break

The midpoint is around 36.4 miles from Pierre Part, 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.

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.

SUNNY SIDE UP RESTAURANT

4.2 ★ ★ ★ ★ ☆

Near the end, short detour

3.3 mi from route ~8 min detour $10 to $20 mile 72.7

Harahan, Louisiana

Hours: 6 am–3 pm

+15042242839

Visit website

Houmas House Estate and Gardens

4.7 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Around the midpoint, ~10 min detour

4.1 mi from route ~10 min detour mile 31.2

Darrow, Louisiana

Hours: 9 am–8 pm

+12254739380

Visit website

NolaKorea Korean Restaurant

4.6 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Near the end, ~10 min detour

4.2 mi from route ~10 min detour $20 to $30 mile 72.7

Metairie, Louisiana

Hours: 11 am–2 pm

+15047028811

XCharge Charging Station

4.4 ★ ★ ★ ★ ☆

Near the end, short detour

2.8 mi from route ~7 min detour mile 72.7

Harahan, Louisiana

ChargePoint Charging Station

4.0 ★ ★ ★ ★ ☆

Near the end, short detour

2.5 mi from route ~6 min detour mile 72.7

Metairie, Louisiana

Hours: 7 am–8 pm

Visit website

Tesla Supercharger

4.3 ★ ★ ★ ★ ☆

Around the midpoint, ~12 min detour

5 mi from route ~12 min detour mile 31.2

Gonzales, Louisiana

Hours: Open 24 hours

+18777983752

Visit website

EV Connect Charging Station

1.8 ★ ★ ☆ ☆ ☆

Near the end, ~9 min detour

3.6 mi from route ~9 min detour mile 72.7

Metairie, Louisiana

Kenner Planetarium and MegaDome Cinema

4.7 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Near the end, short detour

1.4 mi from route ~3 min detour mile 72.7

Kenner, Louisiana

Hours: Closed

+15044687231

Visit website

Jambalaya Park

4.5 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Around the midpoint, ~12 min detour

4.8 mi from route ~12 min detour mile 31.2

Gonzales, Louisiana

Hours: 8 am–9 pm

+12256472841

Visit website

Kidz Kove Discovery Park

4.6 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Around the midpoint, ~12 min detour

4.9 mi from route ~12 min detour mile 31.2

Gonzales, Louisiana

Hours: 8 am–6 pm

+12256472841

Place data sourced from public business listings. Hours and availability may vary.

Fuel & Cost

Regular Gas

$10.98 one way

$21.96 round trip

$3.84/gal 25.4 MPG avg 25 kg CO2
Fuel Type $/gal One Way Round Trip
midgrade $4.21 $12.05 $24.11
premium $4.56 $13.05 $26.10
diesel $5.61 $16.05 $32.10

No toll roads detected on this route.

Estimated Trip Cost (one way, 1 person)

Fuel

$11

Meals

$25–$50

Total

$36–$61

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

Estimated CO2 emission: 25.4 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-13.

Driving Electric?

About $8 in charging · 0 stops · 64% less CO2

Vehicle Type kWh Stops DC Fast Home Charge
Average EV 21.8 0 $7.63 $3.49
Efficient EV 18.2 0 $6.36 $2.91
EV Truck/SUV 29.1 0 $10.18 $4.65

Gas CO2

25 kg

EV CO2

9 kg (64% 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 16, 2026

Origin

Pierre Part, LA

Morning in Pierre Part on Friday

Local time

8:53 AM

CDT

Current temp

63°F

Unavailable

Live forecast

Destination

Kenner, LA

Morning in Kenner on Friday

Local time

8:53 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

1 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

1h 32m 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 Pierre Part, LA to Kenner, LA covers 72.7 miles and takes about 1h 32m without stops. Add 15-30 minutes for a fuel or rest stop on longer drives.

The main roads are I 10, Pierre Part Road, LA 70. Most of the drive stays on highways, so watch for ramps and exits.

This is a comfortable same-day trip.

The midpoint is about 36.4 miles from Pierre Part, LA. Look for rest areas, gas stations, or food options near the halfway mark.

At current regular gas prices, expect to spend about $10.98 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 drive requires moderate attention. Across 72.7 miles you will encounter 12 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 22.5 miles (LA 70): Highway fork - watch signs carefully; at 31.4 miles (I 10): Merge point - match speed before joining. Lane positioning matters here; at 71.4 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one.

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

How this page is built

Compiled by the Trip.ovh planning team at COD Solutions Oy from open government datasets — OSRM over OpenStreetMap for geometry, and EIA for fuel prices. See our methodology for refresh cadence and limitations.

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