How far is Kenner, LA from South Vacherie, LA?
The driving distance from Kenner, LA to South Vacherie, LA is about 38.2 miles (61.4 km), with a travel time of about 00h 53m by car.
- The straight-line flight distance is about 27.8 miles (44.7 km).
- For a round trip, plan for roughly 01h 46m 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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This route works well as a day trip with time at the destination.
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Drive time stays fixed at 00h 53m.
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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City in Louisiana, United States of America
Route Weather Snapshot
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Driving Route Map
The map below follows the saved road route between Kenner and South Vacherie.
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Kenner and South Vacherie.
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Start on 21st Street
12 m · 6 sec · 21st Street
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Turn right onto Williams Boulevard
1.6 km · 2 min · Williams Boulevard
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Turn right onto Airline Drive
1.5 mi · 3 min · Airline Drive
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Continue on East Airline Highway
1.4 km · 2 min · East Airline Highway
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Continue on Airline Highway
1.6 mi · 3 min · Airline Highway
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Take the exit slight right toward I 310: Boutte, Baton Rouge
1624 ft · 28 sec
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Keep slight left to continue on I 310 South: Boutte
1.1 mi · 2 min
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Merge slight left
6.1 mi · 7 min
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Take the exit slight right toward LA 3127 North: Donaldsonville
1.3 km · 1 min
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Continue on 3127
21.8 mi · 28 min · 3127
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Turn left
2.2 mi · 3 min
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Turn straight
2266 ft · 52 sec
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Turn right onto Fern Street
2527 ft · 2 min · Fern Street
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Arrive at your destination
0 m · 1 sec · Fern Street
Car Route Details
A richer read on the saved driving route between Kenner and South Vacherie.
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.
3127
Continue on 3127
21.8 mi · 00h 28m
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.
Partly Sunny leaving Kenner and Partly Sunny near South Vacherie.
Trip Questions
Direct answers travelers usually want before committing to the drive.
How long does it take to drive from Kenner to South Vacherie?
The road trip is about 38.2 miles (61.4 km) and usually takes 00h 53m 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?
Montz is a useful midpoint, sitting about 19.1 miles from Kenner and 19.1 miles from South Vacherie.
How much longer is the road route than the straight-line distance?
The direct path is about 27.8 miles (44.7 km), while the road route adds roughly 10.4 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 4:44 PM CDT.
How much will gas cost for this route?
Using about 28.3 MPG, regular gas is estimated at $5.07 one way or $10.15 round trip. Estimated CO2 is about 11.9 kg one way.
What should you check before leaving?
Before you leave, expect Partly Sunny around Kenner and Partly Sunny near South Vacherie.
Stop Ideas Near Montz
Useful break, food, and waypoint ideas within about 15 miles of the route midpoint.
Transit and Meeting Points
Useful pickup, handoff, or rendezvous points close to Montz.
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Flight Path Map
This map shows the direct air route between Kenner and South Vacherie. Straight-line distance: 27.81 mi (44.75 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 South Vacherie
City in Louisiana, United States of America
| Population | 3,642 |
| Coordinates | 29.9274300, -90.6998100 |
| Altitude | 0 |
| Country | United States |
End: South Vacherie (-90.69981, 29.92743)
Estimated Travel Time
Distance: 61 km by road
| Speed | Time |
|---|---|
| 30 mph (48.3 km/h) | 01h 16m |
| 40 mph (64.37 km/h) | 00h 57m |
| 50 mph (80.47 km/h) | 00h 45m |
| 60 mph (96.56 km/h) | 00h 38m |
| 70 mph (112.65 km/h) | 00h 32m |
| 80 mph (129 km/h) | 00h 28m |
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 | $5.07 | $10.15 |
| Mid-grade | $4.26 | $5.71 | $11.41 |
| Premium | $4.63 | $6.20 | $12.40 |
| Diesel | $5.42 | $7.26 | $14.51 |
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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