How far is Kenner, LA from Covington, LA?
The driving distance from Kenner, LA to Covington, LA is about 41.2 miles (66.3 km), with a travel time of about 00h 54m by car.
- The straight-line flight distance is about 34.3 miles (55.2 km).
- For a round trip, plan for roughly 01h 49m of driving time before adding stops, traffic, or weather delays.
- A comfortable departure window is usually 8:00 AM to 10:00 AM CDT.
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A morning start gives you useful time at the destination and keeps the return out of the late evening.
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Halfway Point
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Route Weather Snapshot
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Driving Route Map
The map below follows the saved road route between Kenner and Covington.
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Kenner and Covington.
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Start on 21st Street
12 m · 6 sec · 21st Street
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Turn right onto Williams Boulevard
574 ft · 12 sec · Williams Boulevard
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Continue on Williams Boulevard
1.1 mi · 2 min · Williams Boulevard
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Take the ramp slight right toward I 10 East: New Orleans
1884 ft · 1 min
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Merge slight left
4.6 mi · 6 min
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Take the exit slight right toward Causeway Boulevard, Mandeville, Bonnabel Boulevard
588 ft · 14 sec
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Keep slight left to continue on Causeway Boulevard North, Mandeville, Bonnabel Boulevard
1280 ft · 31 sec
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Keep slight right to continue on Causeway Boulevard North, Mandeville
1393 ft · 48 sec
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Merge slight left onto North Causeway Boulevard
1.3 km · 2 min · North Causeway Boulevard
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Keep slight right to continue on North Causeway Boulevard
31.6 mi · 38 min · North Causeway Boulevard
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Continue straight
1.3 km · 1 min
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Continue straight
1410 ft · 32 sec
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Continue on East Boston Street
1.3 km · 2 min · East Boston Street
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Continue on East 21st Avenue
124 m · 8 sec · East 21st Avenue
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Arrive at your destination
0 m · 1 sec
Car Route Details
A richer read on the saved driving route between Kenner and Covington.
Turn-heavy local drive
The route has frequent decision points for its length, so lane choice and turn timing will matter more than cruising speed.
North Causeway Boulevard
Keep slight right to continue on North Causeway Boulevard
31.6 mi · 00h 38m
Route Summary
A quick read on whether this route feels easy, ambitious, or worth planning around.
A comfortable day-trip route
This route works well as a day trip. You can leave in the morning, spend meaningful time at the destination, and still return the same day.
Chance Showers And Thunderstorms leaving Kenner and Showers And Thunderstorms Likely then Chance Showers And Thunderstorms near Covington.
Trip Questions
Direct answers travelers usually want before committing to the drive.
How long does it take to drive from Kenner to Covington?
The road trip is about 41.2 miles (66.3 km) and usually takes 00h 54m in normal driving conditions.
Is this a same-day trip or an overnight route?
This route works well as a day trip. You can leave in the morning, spend meaningful time at the destination, and still return the same day.
What is the halfway point on this route?
Mandeville is a useful midpoint, sitting about 20.6 miles from Kenner and 20.6 miles from Covington.
How much longer is the road route than the straight-line distance?
The direct path is about 34.3 miles (55.2 km), while the road route adds roughly 6.9 extra miles because roads do not follow the straight air line.
When is the best time to leave for this route?
A good departure window is usually 8:00 AM to 10:00 AM CDT. If you want a more comfortable same-day return, try to leave by 4:40 PM CDT.
How much will gas cost for this route?
Using about 28.3 MPG, regular gas is estimated at $5.49 one way or $10.98 round trip. Estimated CO2 is about 12.9 kg one way.
What should you check before leaving?
Before you leave, expect Chance Showers And Thunderstorms around Kenner and Showers And Thunderstorms Likely then Chance Showers And Thunderstorms near Covington.
Stop Ideas Near Mandeville
Useful break, food, and waypoint ideas within about 15 miles of the route midpoint.
Transit and Meeting Points
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Flight Path Map
This map shows the direct air route between Kenner and Covington. Straight-line distance: 34.31 mi (55.22 km).
#1 Kenner
The most populous city in Jefferson Parish, Louisiana.
| Population | 66,288 |
| Coordinates | 29.9940900, -90.2417400 |
| Altitude | 0 |
| Country | United States |
#2 Covington
City in St.
| Population | 10,560 |
| Coordinates | 30.4754900, -90.1004200 |
| Altitude | 8 |
| Country | United States |
End: Covington (-90.10042, 30.47549)
Estimated Travel Time
Distance: 66 km by road
| Speed | Time |
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| 30 mph (48.3 km/h) | 01h 22m |
| 40 mph (64.37 km/h) | 01h 01m |
| 50 mph (80.47 km/h) | 00h 49m |
| 60 mph (96.56 km/h) | 00h 41m |
| 70 mph (112.65 km/h) | 00h 35m |
| 80 mph (129 km/h) | 00h 30m |
Fuel, Round Trip and CO2
Estimated fuel cost and emissions for this route.
| Fuel | $/gal | One way | Round trip |
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| Regular gas | $3.79 | $5.49 | $10.98 |
| Mid-grade | $4.26 | $6.18 | $12.35 |
| Premium | $4.63 | $6.71 | $13.41 |
| Diesel | $5.42 | $7.85 | $15.70 |
Assumes 8.3 L/100 km (about 28.3 MPG). CO2 is an estimate and varies by vehicle, fuel blend, traffic, and terrain.
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