Origin
Rosepine, LA
Afternoon in Rosepine on Friday
Local time
4:53 PM
CDT
Current temp
57°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
Trip from Rosepine, 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
4h 36m
Distance
241.9 mi
389 km
Drive Score
8/10
Great drive
Same Day?
Yes, doable
Fuel Cost
$37
one way
EV Charging
Unknown
Best Time to Leave
4 AM
4h 23m
★
6 AM
4h 36m
8 AM
5h 3m
10 AM
4h 46m
12 PM
4h 43m
3 PM
4h 47m
5 PM
5h 2m
8 PM
4h 28m
Estimated drive times based on typical traffic patterns. Actual times may vary with weather, construction, and real-time conditions.
Rosepine, LA
Anna Romanova
Kenner, LA
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Trip Overview
This 241.9-mile drive from Rosepine, Louisiana, to Kenner, Louisiana, will take approximately 4 hours and 36 minutes. It's a straightforward, highway-focused journey that can easily be completed in a single day, so you won't need to worry about an overnight stop. You'll primarily be on I 10 and Highway 171, with a small portion on Martin Luther King Highway. The estimated fuel cost for this trip is around $37, making it an economical option. Given that both your origin and destination are in the Southeast region, you'll be traversing familiar territory throughout this drive.
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
120.9 miles from Rosepine, LA
A natural place for your longest stop of the day , about 2h 20m into the drive .
Who Is This Route For?
Weekend Trip
Doable as a same-day drive at 4h 36m. Total distance: 241.9 miles.
Family Friendly
Moderate complexity with 1 natural rest stops along the way.
Solo Traveler
4h 36m drive, comfortable solo distance.
First-Time Driver
Mostly highway driving (94%). Some complex stretches to watch for.
Drive Character
Expect a predominantly highway experience, with 94% of the route being on high-speed roads. The longest uninterrupted stretch you'll encounter is 189.9 miles on I 10, meaning there are significant periods where you can maintain a consistent pace. While much of the drive is focused on efficient travel, the transition onto and off of I 10 via Highway 171 and Martin Luther King Highway will offer brief changes in scenery and speed. This highway-centric profile makes it ideal for covering distance quickly.
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 189.9 miles.
How Hard Is This Drive?
This is a straightforward highway drive that stays mostly on I 10 and Highway 171. You will hit about 8 points where you need to pay attention to lane position or signs. The trickiest moment comes around 5.2 miles in near US 171; US 190 / West 1st Street.
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 241.9 miles you will encounter 8 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 5.2 miles (US 171; US 190 / West 1st Street): Lane positioning matters here; at 50.7 miles (I 10): Merge point - match speed before joining. Lane positioning matters here; at 240.6 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one.
Critical Maneuvers
5 of 8 key pointsThese are the spots where you need to pay the most attention. Preview them before you drive.
5
5.2 mi into trip
|
~6m in
|
US 171; US 190 / West 1st Street
Turn left onto US 171; US 190 / West 1st Street
Lane positioning matters here
Use the left lane.
5
50.7 mi into trip
|
~1h 2m in
|
I 10
Merge onto I 10
Merge point - match speed before joining. Lane positioning matters here
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
8
240.6 mi into trip
|
~4h 33m 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
240.8 mi into trip
|
~4h 34m 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
240.9 mi into trip
|
~4h 34m 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 | 189.9 mi | 3h 31m |
| Highway 171 | 37.5 mi | 43m |
| Martin Luther King Highway | 4.8 mi | 7m |
| Johnny B Hall Memorial Highway | 2.7 mi | 3m |
| West 1st Street | 2.5 mi | 2m |
| North Pine Street | 2.5 mi | 3m |
| Williams Boulevard | 1 mi | 2m |
| 21st Street | <0.1 mi | <1m |
Longest stretch:
I 10
— 189.9 mi, about 3h 31m
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Rosepine, LA and Kenner, LA.
1
Start on US 171
2.7 mi
·
3 min
·
Johnny B Hall Memorial Highway
2
Continue on US 171
2.5 mi
·
3 min
·
North Pine Street
3
Turn left onto US 171; US 190
2.5 mi
·
2 min
·
West 1st Street
Use the left lane.
4
Continue on US 171; US 190
38 mi
·
43 min
·
Highway 171
5
Continue on US 171
4.8 mi
·
7 min
·
Martin Luther King Highway
6
Take the exit
0.3 mi
·
43 sec
7
Keep slight left at fork
0.3 mi
·
40 sec
8
Merge onto I 10
190 mi
·
3 hr 31 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
For this 4.5-hour drive, an early morning departure from Rosepine is recommended to maximize your daylight hours and avoid potential afternoon traffic closer to Kenner. With only one planned stop suggested, you have flexibility in how you pace the journey; however, consider breaking up the 189.9-mile stretch on I 10 with a quick fuel or stretch break. Keep an eye on your fuel gauge as you approach Kenner, as services can become more spaced out on certain sections of I 10. The $37 fuel estimate is a good baseline for your budget.
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 120.9 miles from Rosepine, LA, or about 2h 20m into the drive.
The longest continuous stretch on this route runs about 189.9 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 53 miles or 1h 4m in
Use this first pause for coffee, a restroom break, and a quick traffic check ahead.
Halfway reset
Around 120.9 miles or 2h 20m in
This is the best place for your longest stop, a real meal, and a full fuel check.
Final approach
Final hour starts around 3h 46m
Traffic, exits, and arrival timing usually matter more near Kenner, LA than in the middle of the route.
Before You Leave
+
Open the route before leaving Rosepine, 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 Rosepine, LA
This is one driving day of about 241.9 miles and 4h 36m.
Your first comfortable stop window is around 53 miles from Rosepine, 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 189.9 miles.
Where to Stop
Rest stops, refuel points, and overnight suggestions along this route.
Halfway Point
Midpoint
About 120.9 mi from Rosepine, LA · 2h 20m into the drive
Mid-route town
Meal stop
121 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 53 miles helps settle the day before fatigue starts building.
Meal break
The midpoint is around 120.9 miles from Rosepine, LA, which is a good place for a longer meal and fuel stop.
Before the longest stretch
Fuel checkTop up before I 10 if your tank is already low. That segment runs about 189.9 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.
After long uninterrupted mileage, take five minutes before the last urban segment to reset and refocus on exits, merges, and city traffic.
These stop ideas are pacing suggestions — the exact town or exit can change with traffic, hotel plans, and fuel range.
Fuel & Cost
Regular Gas
$36.53 one way
$73.07 round trip
$3.84/gal
25.4 MPG avg
85 kg CO2
| Fuel Type | $/gal | One Way | Round Trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| midgrade | $4.21 | $40.10 | $80.21 |
| premium | $4.56 | $43.42 | $86.84 |
| diesel | $5.61 | $53.41 | $106.82 |
No toll roads detected on this route.
Estimated Trip Cost (one way, 1 person)
Fuel
$37
Meals
$25–$50
Total
$62–$87
Rough estimate based on US averages. Hotel $80–$140/night, meals $25–$50/day.
Estimated CO2 emission: 84.6 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-13.
Driving Electric?
About $25 in charging · 0 stops · 67% less CO2
| Vehicle Type | kWh | Stops | DC Fast | Home Charge |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Average EV | 72.6 | 0 | $25.40 | $11.61 |
| Efficient EV | 60.5 | 0 | $21.17 | $9.68 |
| EV Truck/SUV | 96.8 | 1 | $33.87 | $15.48 |
Gas CO2
85 kg
EV CO2
28 kg (67% 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.
Destination
Kenner, LA
Afternoon in Kenner on Friday
Local time
4:53 PM
CDT
Current temp
64°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
79°F
Crowley, LA
121 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
7 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
4h 36m 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 Rosepine, LA to Kenner, LA covers 241.9 miles and takes about 4h 36m without stops. Add 15-30 minutes for a fuel or rest stop on longer drives.
The main roads are I 10, Highway 171, Martin Luther King 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 120.9 miles from Rosepine, LA. Look for rest areas, gas stations, or food options near the halfway mark.
At current regular gas prices, expect to spend about $36.53 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.
This drive requires moderate attention. Across 241.9 miles you will encounter 8 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 5.2 miles (US 171; US 190 / West 1st Street): Lane positioning matters here; at 50.7 miles (I 10): Merge point - match speed before joining. Lane positioning matters here; at 240.6 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one.
The route from Rosepine, 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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