How far is Pearl River, LA from Kenner, LA?

The driving distance from Pearl River, LA to Kenner, LA is about 48.1 miles (77.4 km), with a travel time of about 00h 48m by car.

  • The straight-line flight distance is about 39.6 miles (63.7 km).
  • For a round trip, plan for roughly 01h 36m 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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Reverse Route
Quick Snapshot
Road
48.07 mi
00h 48m
Flight
39.56 mi
63.66 km direct

This route works well as a day trip with time at the destination.

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Flight Distance

Direct air line
39.56 mi
Kilometers
63.66 km
Flight Time
00h 04m

Driving Distance

Road route
48.07 mi
Kilometers
77.36 km
Drive Time
00h 48m

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Leave and Arrive Planner

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Drive time stays fixed at 00h 48m.

Arrival Snapshot
Arrive in Kenner
Wed, Apr 15, 2:40 AM CDT
Return by in Pearl River
Wed, Apr 15, 3:28 AM CDT
Useful when you're deciding between a quick errand, a day trip, or a longer stop.
Leave Pearl River
2026-04-15T01:51
Arrive Kenner
Wed, Apr 15, 2:40 AM CDT
Route Timing
00h 48m
One way by road
Best Departure Window
8:00 AM to 10:00 AM CDT
Aim for a morning departure
Arrive between
8:48 AM to 10:48 AM CDT

A morning start gives you useful time at the destination and keeps the return out of the late evening.

Leave by
4:54 PM CDT
Keeps a same-day return open with about 03h 00m at the destination.
Back in Pearl River
9:30 PM CDT
Morning start is best

You are leaving earlier than the recommended window, which gives you extra margin for breaks and traffic.

Halfway Point

A useful midpoint for breaks, coffee, or meeting in the middle.

Mid-route stop
Chalmette
LA

Census designated place

From Pearl River
24 mi
00h 24m
To Kenner
24 mi
00h 24m

Route Weather Snapshot

Check the forecast at both ends before you head out.

Origin
83°F
Wednesday

Mostly Sunny

Starts
Wed, Apr 15 6:00 AM CDT
Wind
0 to 10 mph SE
Destination
85°F
Wednesday

Mostly Sunny

Starts
Wed, Apr 15 6:00 AM CDT
Wind
10 to 15 mph SE

Driving Route Map

The map below follows the saved road route between Pearl River and Kenner.

Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions

Step-by-step road directions between Pearl River and Kenner.

  1. 1

    Start on Hickory Street

    7 m · 4 sec · Hickory Street

  2. 2

    Turn right onto Highway 41 Spur

    1367 ft · 27 sec · Highway 41 Spur

  3. 3

    Continue on Pump Slough Road

    133 m · 9 sec · Pump Slough Road

  4. 4

    Take the ramp slight right

    942 ft · 23 sec

  5. 5

    Merge slight left

    4.4 mi · 5 min

  6. 6

    Keep slight left

    1672 ft · 20 sec

  7. 7

    Keep slight left

    1.1 km · 43 sec

  8. 8

    Continue straight

    29 mi · 33 min

  9. 9

    Take the exit slight right toward I 610 West: New Orleans International Airport, Baton Rouge

    4.5 mi · 6 min

  10. 10

    Merge slight right

    6.5 mi · 8 min

  11. 11

    Take the exit slight right toward LA 49: Williams Boulevard, 32nd Street

    3087 ft · 59 sec

  12. 12

    Keep slight left to continue on LA 49 South: Williams Boulevard, 32nd Street

    1002 ft · 19 sec

  13. 13

    Keep slight right to continue on LA 49 South: Williams Boulevard

    1226 ft · 47 sec

  14. 14

    Turn straight onto Williams Boulevard

    1.1 mi · 2 min · Williams Boulevard

  15. 15

    Turn right onto 21st Street

    12 m · 4 sec · 21st Street

  16. 16

    Arrive at your destination

    0 m · 1 sec · 21st Street

Car Route Details

A richer read on the saved driving route between Pearl River and Kenner.

OSRM road route
Drive Character

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.

Directions
16 steps
3 turns on the saved route
Ramps & Exits
5
2 merges, 3 ramps or exits
Navigation Density
33.3 / 100 mi
Decision points by distance
Main Roads
Pump Slough Road
34.7 mi · 72%
I 610 West
10.9 mi · 23%
Williams Boulevard
1.12 mi · 2%
LA 49
0.58 mi · 1%
LA 49 South
0.42 mi · 1%
Highway 41 Spur
0.26 mi · 1%
Longest Stretch

Pump Slough Road

Continue straight

29 mi · 00h 33m

Route Summary

A quick read on whether this route feels easy, ambitious, or worth planning around.

Trip Read

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.

Drive Time
00h 48m
Day trip friendly
Same-Day Return
01h 36m
Round-trip wheel time
Road vs Air
+8.5 mi
39.6 mi direct line
Halfway Stop
Chalmette
00h 24m from Pearl River
Leave By
4:54 PM CDT
Morning start is best
Weather Watch

Mostly Sunny leaving Pearl River and Mostly Sunny near Kenner.

Trip Questions

Direct answers travelers usually want before committing to the drive.

How long does it take to drive from Pearl River to Kenner?

The road trip is about 48.1 miles (77.4 km) and usually takes 00h 48m 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?

Chalmette is a useful midpoint, sitting about 24 miles from Pearl River and 24 miles from Kenner.

How much longer is the road route than the straight-line distance?

The direct path is about 39.6 miles (63.7 km), while the road route adds roughly 8.5 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 4:54 PM CDT.

How much will gas cost for this route?

Using about 28.3 MPG, regular gas is estimated at $6.44 one way or $12.88 round trip. Estimated CO2 is about 15.1 kg one way.

What should you check before leaving?

Before you leave, expect Mostly Sunny around Pearl River and Mostly Sunny near Kenner.

Flight Path Map

This map shows the direct air route between Pearl River and Kenner. Straight-line distance: 39.56 mi (63.66 km).

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#1 Pearl River

Town of the United States

Population2,618
Coordinates30.3760300, -89.7484000
Altitude8
CountryUnited States
Kenner

#2 Kenner

The most populous city in Jefferson Parish, Louisiana.

Population66,288
Coordinates29.9940900, -90.2417400
Altitude0
CountryUnited States
Start: Hickory Street (-89.748428, 30.376025)
End: 21st Street (-90.241742, 29.994069)

Estimated Travel Time

Distance: 77 km by road

SpeedTime
30 mph (48.3 km/h)01h 36m
40 mph (64.37 km/h)01h 12m
50 mph (80.47 km/h)00h 57m
60 mph (96.56 km/h)00h 48m
70 mph (112.65 km/h)00h 41m
80 mph (129 km/h)00h 35m

Fuel, Round Trip and CO2

Estimated fuel cost and emissions for this route.

One-way fuel
1.7 gal
6.42 L · about $6.44
Round trip
$12.88
3.4 gal · 12.84 L
Estimated CO2
15.1 kg one way
Round trip: 30.2 kg / 67 lb CO2, using regular gasoline.
Fuel$/galOne wayRound trip
Regular gas $3.79 $6.44 $12.88
Mid-grade $4.26 $7.24 $14.48
Premium $4.63 $7.86 $15.73
Diesel $5.42 $9.21 $18.41

Assumes 8.3 L/100 km (about 28.3 MPG). CO2 is an estimate and varies by vehicle, fuel blend, traffic, and terrain.

Prices in Louisiana · Apr 15, 2026

There is no time difference between Pearl River and Kenner. The current time is 01:51:49.

Distance to Other Cities

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How did we calculate? Place names are translated into coordinates. The Haversine formula calculates straight-line distance; driving distance uses road network data.