Origin
Shenandoah, LA
Night in Shenandoah on Thursday
Local time
10:38 PM
CDT
Current temp
82°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
Trip from Shenandoah, LA to New Orleans, LA
Last recalculated Apr 17, 2026
Drive Time
1h 29m
Distance
73.5 mi
118 km
Drive Score
7/10
Good drive
Same Day?
Yes, doable
Fuel Cost
$11
one way
EV Charging
Unknown
Best Time to Leave
4 AM
1h 22m
★
6 AM
1h 29m
8 AM
1h 43m
10 AM
1h 34m
12 PM
1h 33m
3 PM
1h 35m
5 PM
1h 42m
8 PM
1h 25m
Estimated drive times based on typical traffic patterns. Actual times may vary with weather, construction, and real-time conditions.
Shenandoah, LA
Sami Aksu
Trip Overview
Embarking on a road trip from Shenandoah to New Orleans is a straightforward journey covering 73.5 miles and taking approximately 1 hour and 29 minutes. This drive is entirely contained within Louisiana and is perfectly suited for a single-day excursion, with an estimated fuel cost of around $11. The route is predominantly highway-focused, making it an efficient way to travel between these two Southeast Louisiana points. You won't need to break this trip up overnight, allowing for maximum flexibility in your schedule.
Who Is This Route For?
Weekend Trip
Doable as a same-day drive at 1h 29m. Total distance: 73.5 miles.
Family Friendly
Moderate complexity with 0 natural rest stops along the way.
Solo Traveler
1h 29m drive, comfortable solo distance.
EV Driver
0 DC fast chargers along the route. Coverage: unknown.
First-Time Driver
Mostly highway driving (92%). Some complex stretches to watch for.
Drive Character
This drive is overwhelmingly highway-focused, with 92% of the journey utilizing major roadways like I-10 and the Pontchartrain Expressway. Expect a consistent cruising experience for the majority of the trip, including a significant uninterrupted stretch of 63.8 miles on I-10. While it's primarily an interstate experience, Highland Road offers a brief change of pace before reaching your destination. The character remains largely that of efficient travel, designed for covering distance rather than leisurely sightseeing.
Most of the miles stay on highways, which makes pacing and fuel planning easier than turn-by-turn city driving.
There are about 16 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 63.8 miles.
How Hard Is This Drive?
This is a straightforward highway drive that stays mostly on I 10 and Pontchartrain Expressway. This route has several spots where lane changes, forks, or exits need your full attention. The trickiest moment comes around 1.1 miles in near Antioch Road.
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 73.5 miles you will encounter 13 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 1.1 miles (Antioch Road): Lane positioning matters here; at 2.5 miles (LA 73 / Jefferson Highway): Lane positioning matters here; at 5.1 miles: Lane positioning matters here.
Critical Maneuvers
5 of 13 key pointsThese are the spots where you need to pay the most attention. Preview them before you drive.
6
1.1 mi into trip
|
~3m in
|
Antioch Road
Turn left onto Antioch Road
Lane positioning matters here
Use the left lane.
6
2.5 mi into trip
|
~6m in
|
LA 73 / Jefferson Highway
Turn left onto LA 73 / Jefferson Highway
Lane positioning matters here
Use the straight lane.
7
5.1 mi into trip
|
~10m in
Turn left toward I 10 East: New Orleans
Lane positioning matters here
Use the left lane.
Toward I 10 East: New Orleans
8
68.7 mi into trip
|
~1h 22m in
|
I 10 / Pontchartrain Expressway
Keep slight right at fork onto I 10 / Pontchartrain Expressway toward New Orleans, Business District
Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
Toward New Orleans, Business District
8
72.7 mi into trip
|
~1h 27m in
Take the exit toward Poydras Street, Superdome
Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one
Use the straight / slight left lanes.
Exit 234B
Toward Poydras Street, Superdome
Towns Mentioned on Route Signs
Based on OSRM destination-sign hints, not a full list of every settlement the road passes.
On the drive from Shenandoah, LA to New Orleans, LA, road signs begin pointing toward Business District along the way.
Business District
68.7 mi in
|
~1h 22m
|
via I 10
Main Roads
| Road | Distance | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| I 10 | 63.8 mi | 1h 12m |
| Pontchartrain Expressway | 3.5 mi | 4m |
| Highland Road | 1.9 mi | 3m |
| Antioch Road | 1.4 mi | 2m |
| Jefferson Highway | 0.6 mi | <1m |
| Antioch Boulevard | 0.6 mi | 1m |
| Tulane Avenue | 0.3 mi | <1m |
| South Claiborne Avenue | 0.3 mi | <1m |
Longest stretch:
I 10
— 63.8 mi, about 1h 12m
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Shenandoah, LA and New Orleans, LA.
1
Start on Antioch Boulevard
0.6 mi
·
1 min
·
Antioch Boulevard
2
At end of road, turn right onto White Rose Drive
175 ft
·
10 sec
·
White Rose Drive
3
Turn left onto Red Rose Drive
0.2 mi
·
46 sec
·
Red Rose Drive
4
Turn right onto Tiger Bend Road
0.2 mi
·
26 sec
·
Tiger Bend Road
5
Turn left onto Antioch Road
1.4 mi
·
2 min
·
Antioch Road
Use the left lane.
6
Turn left onto LA 73
0.6 mi
·
56 sec
·
Jefferson Highway
Use the straight lane.
7
Turn straight
205 ft
·
5 sec
Toward Highland Road
8
Turn right onto LA 948
1.9 mi
·
3 min
·
Highland Road
Use the left / straight lanes.
9
Turn left
0.2 mi
·
28 sec
Toward I 10 East: New Orleans
Use the left lane.
10
Merge onto I 10
63 mi
·
1 hr 11 min
·
I 10
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
11
Keep slight right at fork onto I 10
3.5 mi
·
4 min
·
Pontchartrain Expressway
Toward New Orleans, Business District
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
12
Keep slight right at fork onto I 10
0.5 mi
·
36 sec
·
I 10
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
13
Take the exit
0.3 mi
·
36 sec
Exit 234B
Toward Poydras Street, Superdome
Use the straight / slight left lanes.
14
Turn left onto South Claiborne Avenue
0.3 mi
·
40 sec
·
South Claiborne Avenue
15
Turn right onto Tulane Avenue
0.3 mi
·
41 sec
·
Tulane Avenue
16
Arrive at destination
Tulane Avenue
Where to Stop
Rest stops, refuel points, and overnight suggestions along this route.
Halfway Point
Midpoint
About 36.8 mi from Shenandoah, LA · 46m into the drive
Mid-route town
Meal stop
37 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 16 miles helps settle the day before fatigue starts building.
Meal break
The midpoint is around 36.8 miles from Shenandoah, 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 63.8 miles.
Arriving in New Orleans, LA
The final approach into New Orleans, 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
$11.10 one way
$22.20 round trip
$3.84/gal
25.4 MPG avg
26 kg CO2
| Fuel Type | $/gal | One Way | Round Trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| midgrade | $4.21 | $12.19 | $24.37 |
| premium | $4.56 | $13.19 | $26.38 |
| diesel | $5.61 | $16.23 | $32.46 |
No toll roads detected on this route.
Drive Cost (one way)
Fuel
$11
Estimated CO2 emission: 25.7 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-13.
Driving Electric?
About $8 in charging · 0 stops · 65% less CO2
| Vehicle Type | kWh | Stops | DC Fast | Home Charge |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Average EV | 22.1 | 0 | $7.72 | $3.53 |
| Efficient EV | 18.4 | 0 | $6.43 | $2.94 |
| EV Truck/SUV | 29.4 | 0 | $10.29 | $4.70 |
Gas CO2
26 kg
EV CO2
9 kg (65% 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
New Orleans, LA
Night in New Orleans on Thursday
Local time
10:38 PM
CDT
Current temp
65°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
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
1h 29m 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 Shenandoah, LA to New Orleans, LA covers 73.5 miles and takes about 1h 29m without stops. Add 15-30 minutes for a fuel or rest stop on longer drives.
The main roads are I 10, Pontchartrain Expressway, Highland Road. Most of the drive stays on highways, so watch for ramps and exits.
This is a comfortable same-day trip.
The midpoint is about 36.8 miles from Shenandoah, LA. Look for rest areas, gas stations, or food options near the halfway mark.
At current regular gas prices, expect to spend about $11.10 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.
This drive requires moderate attention. Across 73.5 miles you will encounter 13 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 1.1 miles (Antioch Road): Lane positioning matters here; at 2.5 miles (LA 73 / Jefferson Highway): Lane positioning matters here; at 5.1 miles: Lane positioning matters here.
On the drive from Shenandoah, LA to New Orleans, LA, road signs begin pointing toward Business District along the way.
Yes. Nearby national parks include New Orleans Jazz National Historical Park.
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