MSY airport transportation to Hammond includes rental cars, public transportation, ride apps, shuttles and taxis, but the airport’s bus routes serve Jefferson Parish and New Orleans. Confirm that your chosen service covers the trip to Hammond before booking.
- Airport: Louis Armstrong New Orleans International Airport (MSY), with access to I-10.
- Drive: About 45 minutes by car from the airport to Colonial Inn Hammond.
- Airport options: Rental cars, public transportation, ride apps, shuttles and taxis.
- Bus service: Routes serve Jefferson Parish and New Orleans.
Understand the MSY-to-Hammond journey
MSY connects to I-10, and the drive from the airport to Hammond takes about 45 minutes by car.
That estimate applies to the drive, not other transport choices. If you are not renting a car, ask the provider whether it serves Hammond and confirm the pickup and drop-off details before you commit.
Airport public transportation is not a direct connection to Hammond: the Jefferson Transit Authority and Regional Transportation Authority buses serve destinations in Jefferson Parish and New Orleans. Check separately how you would complete the journey to Hammond if you use one of these services.
How do you get from MSY to Hammond by car?
Driving is the car option for the journey, and MSY says the airport has access to I-10.
If you plan to rent a car, confirm the rental company’s operating hours before traveling, since hours may vary. Louisiana DOTD’s 511 service provides information about weather-related road conditions, road work, commercial-vehicle restrictions and road closures through its website, app, phone service and alerts.
Allow time for the airport pickup process as well as the drive. The rental-car shuttle boards outside Level 1 Baggage Claim Door 9, at the far curb near the Long-Term Parking Garage.
MSY says the shuttle typically departs every five minutes, takes about 15–20 minutes to reach the rental-car facility from the terminal, and operates 24 hours a day, seven days a week.
Can you take a shuttle or public bus to Hammond?
MSY offers airport shuttles and public buses, but the bus routes serve Jefferson Parish and New Orleans rather than Hammond.
Courtesy shuttles for off-airport parking and hotels or motels near the airport pick up at the Ground Transportation Center, outside Level 1 Baggage Claim Doors 1 through 5. These are airport-area services, so verify directly whether any shuttle you are considering goes all the way to Hammond.
For public buses, Jefferson Transit Authority and Regional Transportation Authority services pick up outside Level 1 Baggage Claim Door 2, in Zones B4 and B5. The Jefferson Transit Veterans-Airport (E1) bus runs to City Park Avenue in New Orleans.
The Regional Transportation Authority Airport Express (202) runs between MSY and New Orleans, with pickup locations at Elk Place at Cleveland and Union Passenger Terminal/Bus Bay 2.
Those bus routes go toward destinations in the New Orleans area, not directly to Hammond. Only the Regional Ride day pass works on both transit systems; other Jefferson Transit fares and passes are not transferable to the Regional Transit system.
Compare rental cars, ride apps and taxis
MSY offers rental cars, ride apps and taxis, but that does not establish that every provider serves Hammond.
Ten rental-car companies operate at the airport, and the Rental Car Center is at 600 Rental Boulevard, Kenner, LA 70062. The rental-car shuttle boards outside Level 1 Baggage Claim Door 9. Check operating hours with your chosen company, since they may vary.
For a ride app or taxi, confirm the fare, availability and service area with the provider before you travel. MSY advises passengers not to accept transportation or baggage assistance from anyone without an MSY ID badge. Soliciting ground transportation at the airport is illegal.
Plan your arrival in Hammond
Before leaving MSY, make sure your transport plan covers the full trip to Hammond and that you know where your driver or shuttle will meet you.
If you are arriving by train, the Hammond Amtrak station arrival guide covers planning for the station.
Hammond’s centre is a useful point of reference for local orientation.
Before you go: Transport details, fares and operating hours can change, so check the official MSY site before you go. For road conditions, consult Louisiana DOTD’s 511 service.
FAQs
Does MSY have a direct bus to Hammond?
Jefferson Transit and Regional Transportation Authority buses serve Jefferson Parish and New Orleans. Their routes do not provide direct service to Hammond.
Where does the rental-car shuttle pick up at MSY?
It boards outside Level 1 Baggage Claim Door 9, at the far curb near the Long-Term Parking Garage.
What should you check before taking a taxi or ride app to Hammond?
Confirm with the provider that it serves Hammond, and check the fare and pickup details. At the airport, do not accept transportation or baggage assistance from anyone without an MSY ID badge.