Leesville, LA Road Trips
Drivers starting from Leesville, LA have 5 mapped routes to choose from, making it a small but connected base in the Southeast. Most drives stay under 138 miles, making this area well-suited for day trips and weekend getaways. Routes from Leesville, LA spread mainly north and east, covering a wide geographic range.
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Trip Routes
5
Longest Drive
252.5 mi
New Orleans, LA
Quickest Drive
1h 3m
Alexandria, LA
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Trips from Leesville, LA
Driving from Leesville, LA
On average, trips departing from Leesville, LA run 138 miles with a drive time of roughly 2h 42m. The majority of routes are short drives — quick enough to finish before lunch and be back for dinner. The longest mapped route runs 253 miles (4h 54m), while the shortest is just 52 miles.
Popular Destinations
The most popular drives from Leesville, LA include New Orleans, LA (252.5 mi, 4h 54m), Monroe, LA (147.1 mi, 2h 55m), Bossier City, LA (120 mi, 2h 19m), Shreveport, LA (120 mi, 2h 20m), and Alexandria, LA (52 mi, 1h 3m). Most destinations stay within the same state, perfect for exploring the local region thoroughly.
Planning & Costs
For the average 138-mile drive from Leesville, LA, expect to burn about 5.4 gallons of fuel one way at 25 MPG. Check local pump prices before you go to lock in your budget.
With an average drive under three hours, you have plenty of flexibility — leave whenever it suits you. Routes mostly head north. Summer trips benefit from long daylight hours, while winter departures should start early to maximize visibility.
Frequently Asked Questions
There are 5 mapped routes leaving Leesville, LA and 0 routes heading into Leesville, LA, covering 5 total connections. Distances range from 52 to 253 miles.
The longest mapped route from Leesville, LA covers 253 miles and takes approximately 4h 54m. Shorter options start at just 52 miles.
The average route from Leesville, LA runs about 138 miles with a drive time of roughly 2h 42m. This includes both short day trips and longer multi-day drives.
The most popular road trip destinations from Leesville, LA include New Orleans, LA, Monroe, LA, Bossier City, LA and Shreveport, LA. Each route page has detailed drive times, fuel estimates, stop suggestions, and turn-by-turn directions.
Leesville, LA by the Numbers
Recent demographic snapshot from the US Census Bureau's American Community Survey.
Population
5,610
Median Income
$38,292
Median Home Value
$109,700
Median Age
34.1
Source: US Census Bureau ACS 5-year (public domain). See our methodology for details.
Traveler Guide to Leesville, LA
Central is a region in Louisiana. This area is also known as Cenla or the Crossroads.
The Red River flows through the center of this region. Agriculture dominates in the alluvial plain along the Red River where crops such as cotton, soybeans, and corn are grown. The eastern part of Central Louisiana is part of the Mississippi River Alluvial Plain. A large portion of Central Louisiana is covered by Kisatchie National Forest, which contains an abundance of pine trees and rolling hills. Some parts of Central Louisiana are swampy and bayous flow through the area as well. Typical Deep South culture is predominate in this area. However, there is a significant Cajun presence in some areas, including the Alexandria area, and there is a unique Creole culture around Natchitoches.
1 Fort Beauregard, LA-124 & Memorial Drive, Harrisonburg. Sunrise to Sunset. Site of old Army fort and May 1863 skirmish between Union Navy and Confederate garrison during the Civil War. Historical markers, picnic areas, and scenic views of Harrisonburg and the Ouachita River. Free. (updated Aug 2018)
Alexandria International Airport (AEX IATA)
Travel tips adapted from Central (Louisiana) on Wikivoyage, licensed CC BY-SA 4.0. Content summarized; visit the source for the full article. See our methodology for how we use it.
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