How far is Old Jefferson, LA from Kenner, LA?
The driving distance from Old Jefferson, LA to Kenner, LA is about 60.5 miles (97.4 km), with a travel time of about 01h 03m by car.
- The straight-line flight distance is about 53.5 miles (86.1 km).
- For a round trip, plan for roughly 02h 06m 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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Leave and Arrive Planner
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Drive time stays fixed at 01h 03m.
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Driving Route Map
The map below follows the saved road route between Old Jefferson and Kenner.
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Old Jefferson and Kenner.
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Start on Associate Drive
13 m · 7 sec · Associate Drive
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Turn left onto Chairman Avenue
103 m · 17 sec · Chairman Avenue
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Turn right onto President Drive
120 m · 23 sec · President Drive
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Turn left onto Barringer Road
2383 ft · 2 min · Barringer Road
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Continue on Barringer Foreman Road
1.6 mi · 4 min · Barringer Foreman Road
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Continue on Old Perkins Road East
1580 ft · 35 sec · Old Perkins Road East
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Turn right onto Highland Road
2357 ft · 50 sec · Highland Road
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Turn left onto I 10 East: New Orleans
1189 ft · 29 sec
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Merge slight left
56 mi · 1 hr 2 min
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Take the exit slight right toward LA 49: Williams Boulevard, New Orleans International Airport
1246 ft · 24 sec
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Keep slight right to continue on LA 49 South: New Orleans International Airport, Williams Boulevard South
53 m · 4 sec
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Turn right onto Williams Boulevard
1 mi · 2 min · Williams Boulevard
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Turn right onto 21st Street
12 m · 2 sec · 21st Street
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Arrive at your destination
0 m · 1 sec · 21st Street
Car Route Details
A richer read on the saved driving route between Old Jefferson and Kenner.
Highway-focused drive
Most of the mileage stays on named highways, so the important moments are ramps, exits, merges, and the final local approach.
I 10 East
Merge slight left
56 mi · 01h 03m
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.
Sunny leaving Old Jefferson and Sunny near Kenner.
Trip Questions
Direct answers travelers usually want before committing to the drive.
How long does it take to drive from Old Jefferson to Kenner?
The road trip is about 60.5 miles (97.4 km) and usually takes 01h 03m 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?
Gramercy is a useful midpoint, sitting about 30.2 miles from Old Jefferson and 30.3 miles from Kenner.
How much longer is the road route than the straight-line distance?
The direct path is about 53.5 miles (86.1 km), while the road route adds roughly 7 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 4:24 PM CDT.
How much will gas cost for this route?
Using about 28.3 MPG, regular gas is estimated at $8.10 one way or $16.21 round trip. Estimated CO2 is about 19 kg one way.
What should you check before leaving?
Before you leave, expect Sunny around Old Jefferson and Sunny near Kenner.
Stop Ideas Near Gramercy
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 Gramercy.
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Flight Path Map
This map shows the direct air route between Old Jefferson and Kenner. Straight-line distance: 53.52 mi (86.14 km).
#1 Old Jefferson
City in Louisiana, United States of America
| Population | 6,980 |
| Coordinates | 30.3826900, -91.0170500 |
| Altitude | 9 |
| Country | United States |
#2 Kenner
The most populous city in Jefferson Parish, Louisiana.
| Population | 66,288 |
| Coordinates | 29.9940900, -90.2417400 |
| Altitude | 0 |
| Country | United States |
End: 21st Street (-90.241742, 29.994069)
Estimated Travel Time
Distance: 97 km by road
| Speed | Time |
|---|---|
| 30 mph (48.3 km/h) | 02h 01m |
| 40 mph (64.37 km/h) | 01h 30m |
| 50 mph (80.47 km/h) | 01h 12m |
| 60 mph (96.56 km/h) | 01h 00m |
| 70 mph (112.65 km/h) | 00h 51m |
| 80 mph (129 km/h) | 00h 45m |
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 | $8.10 | $16.21 |
| Mid-grade | $4.26 | $9.11 | $18.23 |
| Premium | $4.63 | $9.90 | $19.80 |
| Diesel | $5.42 | $11.59 | $23.18 |
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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