Origin
Port Sulphur, LA
Afternoon in Port Sulphur on Friday
Local time
1:49 PM
CDT
Current temp
74°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
Trip from Port Sulphur, 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 22m
Distance
60.2 mi
97 km
Drive Score
7/10
Good drive
Same Day?
Yes, doable
Fuel Cost
$9
one way
EV Charging
Unknown
Best Time to Leave
4 AM
1h 16m
★
6 AM
1h 23m
8 AM
1h 35m
10 AM
1h 27m
12 PM
1h 26m
3 PM
1h 28m
5 PM
1h 35m
8 PM
1h 19m
Estimated drive times based on typical traffic patterns. Actual times may vary with weather, construction, and real-time conditions.
Port Sulphur, LA
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Kenner, LA
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Trip Overview
The drive from Port Sulphur, LA to Kenner, LA covers 60.2 miles and takes about 1h 22m behind the wheel. This route is realistic as a one-day drive if you keep your stops efficient.
The route leans on LA 23, Pontchartrain Expressway, Behrman Highway for much of the mileage, and the overall profile is highway-focused drive. The longest uninterrupted segment is about 39.8 miles on LA 23. At current regular gas prices, budget about $9.09 one way before food or hotel costs.
Who Is This Route For?
Weekend Trip
Doable as a same-day drive at 1h 22m. Total distance: 60.2 miles.
Family Friendly
Moderate complexity with 0 natural rest stops along the way.
Solo Traveler
1h 22m drive, comfortable solo distance.
EV Driver
0 DC fast chargers along the route. Coverage: unknown.
First-Time Driver
Mostly highway driving (88%). Some complex stretches to watch for.
Drive Character
This is a 1h 22m highway drive covering 60.2 miles, with most of the trip on LA 23 and Pontchartrain Expressway. The longest continuous stretch is about 39.8 miles on LA 23.
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.
LA 23 is the longest continuous segment at about 39.8 miles.
How Hard Is This Drive?
This is a straightforward highway drive that stays mostly on LA 23 and Pontchartrain Expressway. This route has several spots where lane changes, forks, or exits need your full attention. The trickiest moment comes around 42.4 miles in near LA 428 / Behrman Place.
Driving Effort
7/10
Demanding - plan breaks and stay ahead of the key maneuvers
Balances navigation complexity with total wheel time.
This drive requires moderate attention. Across 60.2 miles you will encounter 9 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 42.4 miles (LA 428 / Behrman Place): Highway fork - watch signs carefully; at 42.7 miles (LA 428 / General de Gaulle Drive): Navigation decision point; at 58.1 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one.
Critical Maneuvers
5 of 9 key pointsThese are the spots where you need to pay the most attention. Preview them before you drive.
4
42.4 mi into trip
|
~57m in
|
LA 428 / Behrman Place
Keep slight left at fork onto LA 428 / Behrman Place
Highway fork - watch signs carefully
4
42.7 mi into trip
|
~57m in
|
LA 428 / General de Gaulle Drive
At end of road, turn left onto LA 428 / General de Gaulle Drive
Navigation decision point
8
58.1 mi into trip
|
~1h 18m in
Take the exit toward LA 49: Williams Boulevard, 32nd Street
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
Toward LA 49: Williams Boulevard, 32nd Street
8
58.6 mi into trip
|
~1h 19m in
Keep slight left at fork toward LA 49 South: Williams Boulevard, 32nd Street
Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
Toward LA 49 South: Williams Boulevard, 32nd St...
8
58.8 mi into trip
|
~1h 19m in
Keep slight right at fork toward LA 49 South: Williams Boulevard
Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here
Use the slight left / right lanes.
Toward LA 49 South: Williams Boulevard
Main Roads
| Road | Distance | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| LA 23 | 39.8 mi | 52m |
| Pontchartrain Expressway | 12.2 mi | 14m |
| Behrman Highway | 2.3 mi | 4m |
| General de Gaulle Drive | 1.2 mi | 2m |
| Williams Boulevard | 1.1 mi | 2m |
| Westbank Expressway | 0.9 mi | 1m |
| Behrman Place | 0.7 mi | 1m |
| Crescent City Connection | 0.6 mi | <1m |
Longest stretch:
LA 23
— 39.8 mi, about 52m
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Port Sulphur, LA and Kenner, LA.
1
Start on LA 23
40 mi
·
52 min
·
LA 23
2
Turn right onto LA 428
2.3 mi
·
4 min
·
Behrman Highway
3
Turn straight onto LA 428
0.4 mi
·
36 sec
·
Behrman Place
4
Keep slight left at fork onto LA 428
0.3 mi
·
45 sec
·
Behrman Place
5
At end of road, turn left onto LA 428
1.2 mi
·
2 min
·
General de Gaulle Drive
6
Take the ramp
0.4 mi
·
42 sec
Toward US 90 Business East: New Orleans
7
Merge onto US 90 BUS
0.9 mi
·
1 min
·
Westbank Expressway
8
Continue on US 90 BUS
0.6 mi
·
57 sec
·
Crescent City Connection
9
Continue on US 90 BUS
12 mi
·
14 min
·
Pontchartrain Expressway
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
10
Take the exit
0.6 mi
·
58 sec
Exit 223A
Toward LA 49: Williams Boulevard, 32nd Street
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
11
Keep slight left at fork
0.2 mi
·
19 sec
Toward LA 49 South: Williams Boulevard, 32nd Street
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
12
Keep slight right at fork
0.2 mi
·
47 sec
Toward LA 49 South: Williams Boulevard
Use the slight left / right lanes.
13
Turn straight onto LA 49
1.1 mi
·
2 min
·
Williams Boulevard
Use the left / straight lanes.
14
Turn right onto 21st Street
38 ft
·
1 sec
·
21st Street
15
Arrive at destination
21st Street
Where to Stop
Rest stops, refuel points, and overnight suggestions along this route.
Halfway Point
Midpoint
About 30.1 mi from Port Sulphur, LA · 39m into the drive
Mid-route town
Meal stop
30 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 13 miles helps settle the day before fatigue starts building.
Meal break
The midpoint is around 30.1 miles from Port Sulphur, 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.
Fuel & Cost
Regular Gas
$9.09 one way
$18.18 round trip
$3.84/gal
25.4 MPG avg
21 kg CO2
| Fuel Type | $/gal | One Way | Round Trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| midgrade | $4.21 | $9.98 | $19.96 |
| premium | $4.56 | $10.81 | $21.61 |
| diesel | $5.61 | $13.29 | $26.58 |
No toll roads detected on this route.
Drive Cost (one way)
Fuel
$9
Estimated CO2 emission: 21.1 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-13.
Driving Electric?
About $6 in charging · 0 stops · 67% less CO2
| Vehicle Type | kWh | Stops | DC Fast | Home Charge |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Average EV | 18.1 | 0 | $6.32 | $2.89 |
| Efficient EV | 15.1 | 0 | $5.27 | $2.41 |
| EV Truck/SUV | 24.1 | 0 | $8.43 | $3.85 |
Gas CO2
21 kg
EV CO2
7 kg (67% 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.
Destination
Kenner, LA
Afternoon in Kenner on Friday
Local time
1:49 PM
CDT
Current temp
64°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
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
10 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
1h 22m 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 Port Sulphur, LA to Kenner, LA covers 60.2 miles and takes about 1h 22m without stops. Add 15-30 minutes for a fuel or rest stop on longer drives.
The main roads are LA 23, Pontchartrain Expressway, Behrman Highway. Most of the drive stays on highways, so watch for ramps and exits.
This is a comfortable same-day trip.
The midpoint is about 30.1 miles from Port Sulphur, LA. Look for rest areas, gas stations, or food options near the halfway mark.
At current regular gas prices, expect to spend about $9.09 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 60.2 miles you will encounter 9 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 42.4 miles (LA 428 / Behrman Place): Highway fork - watch signs carefully; at 42.7 miles (LA 428 / General de Gaulle Drive): Navigation decision point; at 58.1 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one.
The route from Port Sulphur, 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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