How far is River Ridge, LA from Kenner, LA?
Fastest route
The distance from River Ridge, Louisiana to Kenner, Louisiana is approximately 3.8 miles (6.1 kilometers). The estimated travel time is 10 minutes. The fastest route is via LA-48 W and Williams Blvd, taking into account current traffic conditions.
Directions
Tips & Suggestions
- 🚗 Start on Garden Rd: Begin your journey by heading southwest on Garden Rd toward Dart St.
- 🔄 Turn right onto LA-48 W: After traveling 0.2 miles on Garden Rd, turn right onto LA-48 W.
- ➡️ Continue onto Williams Blvd: Drive for approximately 2.1 miles on LA-48 W, and then make a right turn onto Williams Blvd.
- ⬅️ Make a left onto 21st St: After covering a distance of 1.5 miles on Williams Blvd, turn left onto 21st St.
- 📍 Arrive in Kenner: Congratulations! You have reached your destination, Kenner, Louisiana.
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Halfway Point
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Driving Route Map
The map below follows the saved road route between River Ridge and Kenner.
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between River Ridge and Kenner.
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Start on the route
14 m · 5 sec
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Turn right onto Garden Road
1286 ft · 59 sec · Garden Road
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Turn right onto Jefferson Highway
1.6 mi · 3 min · Jefferson Highway
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Turn right onto Filmore Street
2883 ft · 1 min · Filmore Street
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Turn left onto Airline Drive
2305 ft · 56 sec · Airline Drive
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Take the exit straight
74 m · 7 sec
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At the end of the road, turn right onto Williams Boulevard
1.1 mi · 2 min · Williams Boulevard
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Continue on Williams Boulevard
736 ft · 29 sec · 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 River Ridge and Kenner.
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.
Jefferson Highway
Turn right onto Jefferson Highway
1.6 mi · 00h 03m
Route Summary
A quick read on whether this route feels easy, ambitious, or worth planning around.
A short regional drive
This route is short enough to handle as a quick errand, commute, or easy same-day return without much planning overhead.
Mostly Sunny then Slight Chance Showers And Thunderstorms leaving River Ridge and Mostly Sunny then Slight Chance Showers And Thunderstorms near Kenner.
Trip Questions
Direct answers travelers usually want before committing to the drive.
How long does it take to drive from River Ridge to Kenner?
The road trip is about 3.9 miles (6.2 km) and usually takes 00h 09m in normal driving conditions.
Is this a same-day trip or an overnight route?
This route is short enough to handle as a quick errand, commute, or easy same-day return without much planning overhead.
What is the halfway point on this route?
Elmwood is a useful midpoint, sitting about 2.1 miles from River Ridge and 1.7 miles from Kenner.
How much longer is the road route than the straight-line distance?
The direct path is about 2.8 miles (4.5 km), while the road route adds roughly 1.1 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 7:00 AM to 7:00 PM CDT. If you want a more comfortable same-day return, try to leave by 8:12 PM CDT.
How much will gas cost for this route?
Using about 28.3 MPG, regular gas is estimated at $0.49 one way or $0.98 round trip. Estimated CO2 is about 1.2 kg one way.
What should you check before leaving?
Before you leave, expect Mostly Sunny then Slight Chance Showers And Thunderstorms around River Ridge and Mostly Sunny then Slight Chance Showers And Thunderstorms near Kenner.
Stop Ideas Near Elmwood
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Transit and Meeting Points
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Flight Path Map
This map shows the direct air route between River Ridge and Kenner. Straight-line distance: 2.81 mi (4.53 km).
#1 River Ridge
City in Louisiana, United States of America
| Population | 13,494 |
| Coordinates | 29.9602000, -90.2156300 |
| Altitude | 1 |
| 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: 6 km by road
| Speed | Time |
|---|---|
| 30 mph (48.3 km/h) | 00h 07m |
| 40 mph (64.37 km/h) | 00h 05m |
| 50 mph (80.47 km/h) | 00h 04m |
| 60 mph (96.56 km/h) | 00h 03m |
| 70 mph (112.65 km/h) | 00h 03m |
| 80 mph (129 km/h) | 00h 02m |
Fuel, Round Trip and CO2
Estimated fuel cost and emissions for this route.
| Fuel | $/gal | One way | Round trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| Regular gas | $3.79 | $0.49 | $0.98 |
| Mid-grade | $4.26 | $0.55 | $1.11 |
| Premium | $4.63 | $0.60 | $1.20 |
| Diesel | $5.42 | $0.70 | $1.41 |
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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