Alexandria, LA to Morehouse Parish, LA is 130.8 miles and takes about 2h 46m via Monroe Highway and US 165, with a fuel budget near $20 and enough daylight to finish in a day. This drive stays within Louisiana, moving from the Southeast region to itself. Expect a local, turn-heavy experience rather than a high-speed interstate journey. With a recommended one-day trip, you'll have ample time to complete the drive comfortably. The estimated fuel cost of $20 makes this an economical choice for a short excursion.
Trip Pace
Same-day drive is realistic
A same-day return is realistic if you keep stops short.
Break Rhythm
1 planned break
A short stop every 2 to 3 hours is enough for this drive.
Midpoint
65.4 miles from Alexandria, LA
A natural place for your longest stop of the day
, about 1h 18m into the drive
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Main Roads
Road
Distance
Duration
Monroe Highway
82.5 mi
1h 36m
US 165
30.1 mi
35m
Pineville Expressway
4 mi
5m
Grabault Road
3.9 mi
6m
Mer Rouge-Collinston Road
1.8 mi
3m
Jeannie Road
1.5 mi
5m
East Madison Avenue
1.4 mi
2m
West Jefferson Avenue
1.2 mi
1m
Longest stretch:
Monroe Highway
— 82.5 mi, about 1h 36m
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Alexandria, LA and Morehouse Parish, LA.
1
Start on Murray Street
159 ft·14 sec·Murray Street
2
Turn left onto 4th Street
0.3 mi·46 sec·4th Street
3
At end of road, turn right onto LA 1
0.2 mi·18 sec·Winn Street
4
Turn left onto LA 1
520 ft·27 sec·Foisy Avenue
5
At end of road, turn left onto US 167 Bus; LA 1; LA 28 Bus
269 ft·4 sec·Casson Street
6
Take the ramp onto US 167 Bus; LA 28 Bus
0.2 mi·27 sec·US 167 Bus; LA 28 Bus
7
Merge onto US 167; LA 28
4.0 mi·5 min·Pineville Expressway
8
Take the exit
0.2 mi·17 sec
Toward US 165: Alexandria, MonroeUse the slight right lane.
9
Keep slight right at fork
337 ft·8 sec
Toward US 165 North: Monroe
10
Merge onto US 165
83 mi·1 hr 36 min·Monroe Highway
11
Turn straight onto US 165
30 mi·35 min·US 165
12
Turn slight right onto US 165; LA 2
1.2 mi·1 min·West Jefferson Avenue
13
Turn straight onto US 165; US 425; LA 2
1.4 mi·2 min·East Madison Avenue
14
Continue on US 165; US 425; LA 2
0.3 mi·33 sec·Mer Rouge Road
15
Turn right onto Grabault Road
3.9 mi·6 min·Grabault Road
16
Turn left onto LA 138
1.8 mi·3 min·Mer Rouge-Collinston Road
17
Continue on LA 138
0.7 mi·1 min·South 14th Street
18
Continue on US 165
0.5 mi·46 sec·North 14th
19
Continue on US 165
1.2 mi·1 min·Wilmot Highway
20
Turn left onto Lloyd Barham Road
0.7 mi·2 min·Lloyd Barham Road
21
Turn right onto Jeannie Road
1.5 mi·5 min·Jeannie Road
22
Arrive at destination
Jeannie Road
Trip Plan
Given the 2h 46m duration, a morning departure from Alexandria is ideal, allowing you to reach Morehouse Parish with plenty of daylight. The drive has only one recommended stop, so plan your break strategically, perhaps around the halfway point or near the 82.5-mile stretch on Monroe Highway. With a fuel cost estimated at $20, you can easily manage your budget, but it's always wise to top off your tank before leaving Alexandria. Pay close attention to signage as you transition between Monroe Highway, US 165, and the Pineville Expressway to ensure you stay on track.
Morning Departure
Leave by 9 AM and you'll arrive before lunch.
Evening Departure
Even a 4 PM departure gets you there before dark in summer.
You can normally do this drive in one day.
Plan roughly 1 meaningful break for fuel, food, and rest.
The halfway point lands around 65.4 miles from Alexandria, LA, or about 1h 18m into the drive.
The longest continuous stretch on this route runs about 82.5 miles.
This is a comfortable same-day trip.
Departure
Before you leave
Start with fuel, water, and navigation already sorted so the first hour feels easy.
First stop
Around 29 miles or 36m in
Use this first pause for coffee, a restroom break, and a quick traffic check ahead.
Halfway reset
Around 65.4 miles or 1h 18m in
This is the best place for your longest stop, a real meal, and a full fuel check.
Final approach
Final hour starts around 2h 7m
Traffic, exits, and arrival timing usually matter more near Morehouse Parish, LA than in the middle of the route.
Before You Leave
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Open the route before leaving Alexandria, LA so your first major turns are already loaded.
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Leave with enough water and a charging cable within reach, not packed away.
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Check your fuel range against the first long segment, especially if you are starting outside city service areas.
Day 1
Settle into the route from Alexandria, LA
This is one driving day of about 130.8 miles and 2h 46m.
Your first comfortable stop window is around 29 miles from Alexandria, LA.
This route can stay practical as a one-day drive if traffic stays reasonable.
Plan about 1 real break rather than only quick fuel stops.
The longest stretch is on Monroe Highway for about 82.5 miles.
Where to Stop
Rest stops, refuel points, and overnight suggestions along this route.
Place data sourced from public business listings. Hours and availability may vary.
Heads-up: tricky spots
5 of 13
5 decision points cluster between mile 0 and 5 — GPS handles the exact turns, but know they're coming. Your lane choice matters more than the turn itself.
5
0 mi into trip|~0m in|4th Street
Turn left onto 4th Street
Navigation decision point
5
0.3 mi into trip|~1m in|LA 1 / Winn Street
At end of road, turn right onto LA 1 / Winn Street
Navigation decision point
6
0.5 mi into trip|~1m in|US 167 Bus; LA 1; LA 28 Bus / Casson Street
At end of road, turn left onto US 167 Bus; LA 1; LA 28 Bus / Casson Street
Complex interchange - multiple decisions in a short stretch
7
4.8 mi into trip|~7m in
Take the exit toward US 165: Alexandria, Monroe
Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one
Use the slight right lane.
Toward US 165: Alexandria, Monroe
6
5 mi into trip|~8m in
Keep slight right at fork toward US 165 North: Monroe
Highway fork - watch signs carefully
Toward US 165 North: Monroe
Fuel & Cost
Regular Gas
$19.75 one way
$39.51 round trip
$3.84/gal25.4 MPG avg46 kg CO2
Fuel Type
$/gal
One Way
Round Trip
midgrade
$4.21
$21.68
$43.37
premium
$4.56
$23.48
$46.95
diesel
$5.61
$28.88
$57.76
No toll roads detected on this route.
Estimated Trip Cost (one way, 1 person)
Fuel
$20
Meals
$25–$50
Total
$45–$70
Rough estimate based on US averages. Hotel $80–$140/night, meals $25–$50/day.
Estimated CO2 emission: 45.8 kg one way.
Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-13.
EV Charging Along Route
8 DC fast chargers
· Coverage: excellent
Holiday Inn Alexandria Downtown - Tesla Supercharger
Station data from NREL Alternative Fuel Stations database.
Driving Electric?
About $14 in charging
· 0 stops
· 67% less CO2
Vehicle Type
kWh
Stops
DC Fast
Home Charge
Average EV
39.2
0
$13.73
$6.28
Efficient EV
32.7
0
$11.45
$5.23
EV Truck/SUV
52.3
0
$18.31
$8.37
Gas CO2
46 kg
EV CO2
15 kg (67% less)
This trip is well within single-charge range for most EVs. No charging stops needed if you start fully charged.
DC fast charging avg $0.35/kWh. Home charging avg $0.16/kWh. US grid CO2: 0.39 kg/kWh.
Travel Intel
Current conditions at both ends of the drive.
Forecast as of Apr 17, 2026
Origin
Alexandria, LA
Morning
in Alexandria on Sunday
Local time
9:52 AM
CDT
Current temp
85°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
Destination
Morehouse Parish, LA
Morning
in Morehouse Parish on Sunday
Local time
9:52 AM
CDT
Current temp
80°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
85°F
Monroe, LA
65 mi in
Seasonal Notes
Summer travel usually means heavier construction, hotter rest stops, and busier weekend traffic around major cities.
Winter travel shortens daylight, so a route that looks manageable on paper can feel much longer after dark.
Holiday weekends tend to make both departure and arrival windows slower than the raw route time suggests.
Time zone
Same local time
Origin and destination are on the same clock, so arrival timing is easier to judge at a glance.
Temperature spread
5 degrees cooler at arrival
A meaningful temperature swing is a good cue to rethink layers, water, and how soon you want to arrive.
Road read
2h 46m on the road
Use the two city cards together: check the sky where you start, then compare it with the local time and temperature at arrival.
Weather data from the National Weather Service. Conditions may change; check closer to your travel date.
National Parks Near This Route
Worth a detour if your schedule allows.
Poverty Point National Monument
National Monument
Now a nearly forgotten culture, Poverty Point at its peak 3,000 years ago was part of an enormous trading network that stretched for hundreds of miles across the continent. It was - and is - also an e...
24 mi from route
~61 min detour
Free
near mile 126.3
Park data from the National Park Service API. Alerts update every 2 hours.
More Details
What kind of drive is this?
This route offers a turn-heavy local drive, with only 26% of the journey on highways. You'll spend a significant portion of your time navigating local roads, so be prepared for frequent turns and potentially varying speed limits. The longest uninterrupted stretch is 82.5 miles on Monroe Highway, providing a good segment of consistent travel before you encounter more local road transitions. The drive doesn't feel like a monotonous interstate crawl; instead, it's a more intimate experience with the Louisiana landscape.
Only 26% highway — the rest is turn-by-turn surface driving.
22 navigation steps total — most of the decisions cluster near the start and finish.
Longest single stretch: 82.5 mi on Monroe Highway.
How Hard Is This Drive?
5/10
Expect a hands-on drive with frequent turns and local roads rather than long highway stretches. You will hit about 13 points where you need to pay attention to lane position or signs. The trickiest moment comes early in the drive near 4th Street.
Driving Effort5/10
Moderate - straightforward overall, but long enough or busy enough to require pacing
Balances navigation complexity with total wheel time.
This drive requires moderate attention. Across 130.8 miles you will encounter 13 spots where lane choice or exit timing matters. Not difficult for experienced highway drivers, but worth previewing the tricky sections before you go.
Where does it get tricky?
The main spots that need attention: near the start (4th Street): Navigation decision point; at 0.3 miles (LA 1 / Winn Street): Navigation decision point; at 0.5 miles (US 167 Bus; LA 1; LA 28 Bus / Casson Street): Complex interchange - multiple decisions in a short stretch.
Alexandria is a historic city, rich in Louisiana history. Civil War historic sites along with easy access to numerous historic locations and Kisatchie National Forest sites make it a city ideal for history enthusiasts and sportsmen.
Doable as a same-day drive at 2h 46m. Total distance: 130.8 miles.
Family Friendly
Moderate complexity with 1 natural rest stops along the way.
Solo Traveler
2h 46m drive, comfortable solo distance.
First-Time Driver
Mostly highway driving (26%). Some complex stretches to watch for.
Scenic Drive
Mostly surface roads route profile with national parks nearby.
Frequently Asked Questions
The longest stretch is about 82.5 miles on Monroe Highway. The full list of main roads is in the Roads section above.
Yes, with realistic expectations. Build in a stop roughly every 2 hours, have snacks and activities ready, and check the Nearby Places tabs for kid-friendly stops along the way.
The main spots that need attention: near the start (4th Street): Navigation decision point; at 0.3 miles (LA 1 / Winn Street): Navigation decision point; at 0.5 miles (US 167 Bus; LA 1; LA 28 Bus / Casson Street): Complex interchange - multiple decisions in a short stretch.
Yes. A round trip is manageable in a single day if you plan a break at Morehouse Parish, LA before heading back.
