Trip from Alexandria, LA to Saint Rose, LA

Compiled and reviewed by the US Trip Planner planning team at COD Solutions Oy · Last reviewed Apr 19, 2026 · Editorial standards

Drive Time

3h 46m

Distance

194.2 mi

313 km

Drive Score

9/10

Great drive

Same Day?

Yes, doable

Fuel Cost

$29

one way

EV Charging

Excellent

23 DC fast

Best Time to Leave

Save up to 38 min

4 AM

3h 34m ★

6 AM

3h 47m

8 AM

4h 12m

10 AM

3h 56m

12 PM

3h 53m

3 PM

3h 57m

5 PM

4h 11m

8 PM

3h 39m

Estimated drive times based on typical traffic patterns. Actual times may vary with weather, construction, and real-time conditions.

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largest city and parish seat of Rapides Parish, Louisiana, United States

Alexandria, LA

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Saint Rose, LA

Antonio Garcia Prats

Trip Overview

The drive from Alexandria, LA to Saint Rose, LA covers 194.2 miles and takes about 3h 46m behind the wheel. This route is realistic as a one-day drive if you keep your stops efficient.

The route leans on I 10, Martin Luther King, Jr Highway, US 190 for much of the mileage, and the overall profile is mostly highway. The longest uninterrupted segment is about 68.1 miles on I 10. At current regular gas prices, budget about $29.33 one way before food or hotel costs.

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

97.1 miles from Alexandria, LA

A natural place for your longest stop of the day , about 1h 48m into the drive .

Main Roads

Road	Distance	Duration
I 10	68.1 mi	1h 16m
Martin Luther King, Jr Highway	64.8 mi	1h 5m
US 190	49.5 mi	1h 3m
LA 415 Spur	3.6 mi	5m
I 310	1.9 mi	2m
River Road	1.7 mi	2m
Almedia Road	0.6 mi	1m
Murray Street	0.4 mi	1m

Longest stretch: I 10 — 68.1 mi, about 1h 16m

Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions

Step-by-step road directions between Alexandria, LA and Saint Rose, LA.

Start on Murray Street

0.4 mi · 1 min · Murray Street

Turn left onto Thorn Road

0.2 mi · 24 sec · Thorn Road

Take the ramp

0.3 mi · 37 sec

Merge onto I 49; US 71 BYP

65 mi · 1 hr 5 min · Martin Luther King, Jr Highway

Take the exit

0.5 mi · 1 min

Toward US 190: Baton Rouge, Opelousas

Keep slight left at fork

362 ft · 9 sec

Toward US 190 East: Baton Rouge

Merge onto US 190

49 mi · 1 hr 3 min · US 190

Use the straight / right lanes.

Keep slight right at fork onto LA 415 Spur

3.6 mi · 5 min · LA 415 Spur

Turn left

0.3 mi · 36 sec

Toward I 10 East: Baton Rouge

Merge onto I 10

68 mi · 1 hr 16 min · I 10

Use the straight / slight right lanes.

Take the exit

0.5 mi · 1 min

Exit 220 Toward I 310 South: Boutte, Houma Use the straight / slight right lanes.

Continue on I 310

1.9 mi · 2 min · I 310

Take the exit

0.2 mi · 30 sec

Exit 2A-B Toward US 61: Kenner, Norco

Keep slight left at fork

0.7 mi · 1 min

Exit 2A Toward US 61 South: Kenner Use the slight left / slight right lanes.

Merge onto US 61

0.3 mi · 21 sec · Airline Highway

Turn right onto LA 50

0.3 mi · 28 sec · State Route 50

Continue on LA 50

0.6 mi · 1 min · Almedia Road

Turn right onto LA 48

1.7 mi · 2 min · River Road

Turn right onto 1st Street

0.3 mi · 1 min · 1st Street

Arrive at destination

1st Street

Trip Plan

Morning Departure

An early start around 7-8 AM gets you there with plenty of daylight left.

Evening Departure

A late afternoon start means arriving after dark. Morning is better.

You can normally do this drive in one day.

Plan roughly 1 meaningful break for fuel, food, and rest.

The halfway point lands around 97.1 miles from Alexandria, LA, or about 1h 48m into the drive.

The longest continuous stretch on this route runs about 68.1 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 43 miles or 45m in

Use this first pause for coffee, a restroom break, and a quick traffic check ahead.

Halfway reset

Around 97.1 miles or 1h 48m in

This is the best place for your longest stop, a real meal, and a full fuel check.

Final approach

Final hour starts around 3h 3m

Traffic, exits, and arrival timing usually matter more near Saint Rose, LA than in the middle of the route.

Before You Leave

Open the route before leaving Alexandria, LA so your first major turns are already loaded.

Leave with enough water and a charging cable within reach, not packed away.

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 194.2 miles and 3h 46m.

Your first comfortable stop window is around 43 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 I 10 for about 68.1 miles.

Where to Stop

Rest stops, refuel points, and overnight suggestions along this route.

Mid-route town

Meal stop

Addis, LA

97 mi into the route

Best for: Lunch, fuel, and a longer reset

This sits close to the middle of the route, so it works well for the longest stop of the day.

Pacing Suggestions

Broussard, LA

Fuel and coffee

A short stop after about 43 miles helps settle the day before fatigue starts building.

Addis, LA

Meal break

The midpoint is around 97.1 miles from Alexandria, LA, which is a good place for a longer meal and fuel stop.

Before the longest stretch

Fuel check

Top up before I 10 if your tank is already low. That segment runs about 68.1 miles.

These stop ideas are pacing suggestions — the exact town or exit can change with traffic, hotel plans, and fuel range.

Nearby Places

Restaurants, cafes, gas stations and more along your route.

Top Restaurant

Parrain's Seafood Restaurant

4.5 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Baton Rouge, Louisiana

Around the midpoint, right off the route

0.3 mi from route ~1 min detour $20 to $30 mile 124.8

Hours: 11 am–10 pm

+12253819922

Visit website

Cork's Cajun Fried Fish & Shrimp

4.7 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Baton Rouge, Louisiana

1.9 mi

City Pork Jefferson

4.6 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Baton Rouge, Louisiana

2.9 mi

Parrain's Seafood Restaurant

4.5 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Around the midpoint, right off the route

0.3 mi from route ~1 min detour $20 to $30 mile 124.8

Baton Rouge, Louisiana

Hours: 11 am–10 pm

+12253819922

Visit website

Cork's Cajun Fried Fish & Shrimp

4.7 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Around the midpoint, short detour

1.9 mi from route ~5 min detour $10 to $20 mile 124.8

Baton Rouge, Louisiana

Hours: 10:30 am–8 pm

+12254789128

Visit website

City Pork Jefferson

4.6 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Around the midpoint, short detour

2.9 mi from route ~7 min detour $20 to $30 mile 124.8

Baton Rouge, Louisiana

Hours: 6:30 am–9 pm

+12256158880

Visit website

The Cottage Restaurant

4.5 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Near the start, short detour

2.8 mi from route ~7 min detour $10 to $20

Alexandria, Louisiana

Hours: 11 am–2 pm

+13184484220

Visit website

The Creek Restaurant

4.7 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Near the start, short detour

2.7 mi from route ~7 min detour $10 to $20 mile 13.9

Woodworth, Louisiana

Hours: 10:30 am–3 pm

+13184490674

Brocatos Breakfast & Lunch

4.7 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Near the start, ~9 min detour

3.5 mi from route ~9 min detour $10 to $20

Alexandria, Louisiana

Hours: 6–9:30 am

+13184437520

Visit website

Court Street Cafe

4.3 ★ ★ ★ ★ ☆

Around the midpoint, ~9 min detour

3.5 mi from route ~9 min detour $10 to $20 mile 124.8

Port Allen, Louisiana

Hours: 7 am–9 pm

+12253304669

Visit website

The Smokey Pit | Smoke House Eatery & Bar

4.8 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Around the midpoint, ~10 min detour

4.1 mi from route ~10 min detour $10 to $20 mile 124.8

Baton Rouge, Louisiana

Hours: Closed

+12259233998

Visit website

Tesla Supercharger

4.4 ★ ★ ★ ★ ☆

Near the start, right off the route

0.1 mi from route

Alexandria, Louisiana

Hours: Open 24 hours

Visit website

4.1 ★ ★ ★ ★ ☆

Around the midpoint, short detour

2.6 mi from route ~6 min detour mile 124.8

Baton Rouge, Louisiana

Hours: Open 24 hours

ProChargeEV Charging Station

4.0 ★ ★ ★ ★ ☆

Around the midpoint, short detour

2.9 mi from route ~7 min detour mile 124.8

Baton Rouge, Louisiana

Hours: Open 24 hours

+12259236993

Visit website

Alexandria Museum of Art

4.6 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Near the start, right off the route

0.1 mi from route

Alexandria, Louisiana

Hours: 10 am–5 pm

+13184433458

Visit website

Knock Knock Children's Museum

4.7 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Around the midpoint, right off the route

0.7 mi from route ~2 min detour mile 124.8

Baton Rouge, Louisiana

Hours: 10 am–6 pm

+12253883090

Visit website

13th Gate Escape, Louisiana's Ultimate Escape Games

4.9 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Around the midpoint, short detour

2 mi from route ~5 min detour mile 124.8

Baton Rouge, Louisiana

Hours: 9 am–10:15 pm

+12253891313

Visit website

USS KIDD Veterans Museum

4.7 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Around the midpoint, short detour

2.2 mi from route ~6 min detour mile 124.8

Baton Rouge, Louisiana

Hours: 9:30 am–3:30 pm

+12253421942

5 of 16

5 decision points cluster between mile 65.6 and 190.4 — GPS handles the exact turns, but know they're coming. Your lane choice matters more than the turn itself.

65.6 mi into trip | ~1h 8m in

Take the exit toward US 190: Baton Rouge, Opelousas

Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one

Toward US 190: Baton Rouge, Opelousas

66.2 mi into trip | ~1h 9m in | US 190

Merge onto US 190

Merge point - match speed before joining. Lane positioning matters here

Use the straight / right lanes.

187.6 mi into trip | ~3h 35m in

Take the exit toward I 310 South: Boutte, Houma

Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one

Use the straight / slight right lanes. Exit 220 Toward I 310 South: Boutte, Houma

190.1 mi into trip | ~3h 38m in

Take the exit toward US 61: Kenner, Norco

Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one

Exit 2A-B Toward US 61: Kenner, Norco

190.4 mi into trip | ~3h 39m in

Keep slight left at fork toward US 61 South: Kenner

Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here

Use the slight left / slight right lanes. Exit 2A Toward US 61 South: Kenner

Fuel & Cost

Regular Gas

$29.33 one way

$58.66 round trip

$3.84/gal 25.4 MPG avg 68 kg CO₂

Fuel Type	$/gal	One Way	Round Trip
midgrade	$4.21	$32.20	$64.39
premium	$4.56	$34.86	$69.71
diesel	$5.61	$42.88	$85.75

No toll roads detected on this route.

Estimated Trip Cost (one way, 1 person)

Fuel

$29

Meals

$25–$50

Total

$54–$79

Rough estimate based on US averages. Hotel $80–$140/night, meals $25–$50/day.

Estimated CO2 emission: 67.9 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-13.

EV Charging Along Route

23 DC fast chargers · Coverage: excellent

Gonzales, LA - Tesla Supercharger

Gonzales, LA

Tesla

16 DCFC

Hammond Aire Plaza - Tesla Supercharger

Baton Rouge, LA

Tesla

11 DCFC

Holiday Inn Alexandria Downtown - Tesla Supercharger

Alexandria, LA

Tesla

8 DCFC

Circle K - Tesla Supercharger

Baton Rouge, LA

Tesla

8 DCFC

Rouses Market - Tesla Supercharger

Metairie, LA

Tesla

8 DCFC

Target T0167 (Alexandria, LA)

Alexandria, LA

Electrify America

6 DCFC

Baton Rouge, LA

RIVIAN_ADVENTURE

6 DCFC

Acadian Village Shopping Center - Tesla Supercharger

Baton Rouge, LA

Tesla

6 DCFC

ChargePoint Network: 8 Tesla: 6 Blink Network: 2 Non-Networked: 2 RED_E: 2 Electrify America: 1 EV Connect: 1 RIVIAN_ADVENTURE: 1

Station data from NREL Alternative Fuel Stations database.

Driving Electric?

About $20 in charging · 0 stops · 66% less CO₂

Vehicle Type	kWh	DC Fast	Home Charge
Average EV	58.3	$20.39	$9.32
Efficient EV	48.6	$16.99	$7.77
EV Truck/SUV	77.7	$27.19	$12.43

Gas CO2

68 kg

EV CO2

23 kg (66% 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

9:22 AM

CDT

Current temp

85°F

Unavailable

Live forecast

Destination

Saint Rose, LA

Morning in Saint Rose on Sunday

Local time

9:22 AM

CDT

Current temp

80°F

Unavailable

Live forecast

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

3h 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.

New Orleans Jazz National Historical Park

National Historical Park

Discover the roots of jazz at the New Orleans Jazz National Historical Park. Located in the heart of the French Quarter, our park offers live performances, exhibits, and programs that celebrate the le...

14 mi from route ~36 min detour Free near mile 187.5

View on nps.gov

Park data from the National Park Service API. Alerts update every 2 hours.

What kind of drive is this?

194.2 mi in 3h 46m, mostly highway — 68.1 mi of that is on I 10.

64% highway — fuel and pacing are the main things to plan.

20 navigation steps total — most of the decisions cluster near the start and finish.

Longest single stretch: 68.1 mi on I 10.

How Hard Is This Drive?

9/10

This is a straightforward highway drive that stays mostly on I 10 and Martin Luther King, Jr Highway. This route has several spots where lane changes, forks, or exits need your full attention. The trickiest moment comes around 65.6 miles in.

Driving Effort 9/10

High effort - long or complex enough to need steady focus all day

Balances navigation complexity with total wheel time.

This is a demanding drive. With 16 significant decision points across 194.2 miles, you will need to stay alert - especially through interchange areas and urban stretches. Consider splitting it into segments if you are not comfortable with fast highway navigation.

Where does it get tricky?

The main spots that need attention: at 65.6 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one; at 66.2 miles (US 190): Merge point - match speed before joining. Lane positioning matters here; at 187.6 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one.

Towns Mentioned on Route Signs

Based on OSRM destination-sign hints, not a full list of every settlement the road passes.

On the drive from Alexandria, LA to Saint Rose, LA, road signs begin pointing toward Opelousas along the way.

Opelousas

65.6 mi in | ~1h 8m

About the Cities

Starting in Alexandria, LA

Full guide →

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.

City content from Wikivoyage (CC BY-SA 4.0) and Wikidata (CC0).

Who Is This Route For?

Weekend Trip

Doable as a same-day drive at 3h 46m. Total distance: 194.2 miles.

Family Friendly

Moderate complexity with 1 natural rest stops along the way.

Solo Traveler

3h 46m drive, comfortable solo distance.

Frequently Asked Questions

The longest stretch is about 68.1 miles on I 10. The full list of main roads is in the Roads section above.

We did not find dedicated rest areas on this route. For a drive this long, plan bathroom and stretch breaks around gas stations, fast-food stops, or small-town downtowns — check the Nearby Places section for options.

It helps. This route has a higher-than-average number of complex decision points, which get harder in the dark. If the last hour of the trip is on surface roads or mountain grades, aim to arrive at Saint Rose, LA before sunset when you can. Check the Trip Plan for departure windows that land you in daylight.

Only with planning. This is a long drive for kids — consider splitting it into two days rather than pushing through. Plan at least 1 meaningful breaks. Dedicated rest areas are limited, so plan gas or food stops as your bathroom breaks.

Possible but tiring. At 3.8 hours each way, an in-and-out day trip would put you behind the wheel for 7.6 hours — manageable with a long break at Saint Rose, LA, but most travelers stay overnight.

How this page is built

Compiled by the US Trip Planner planning team at COD Solutions Oy from open government datasets — OSRM over OpenStreetMap for geometry, EIA for fuel prices, NREL for EV charging, and NPS for national parks. See our methodology for refresh cadence and limitations.

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Best Time to Leave

Trip Overview

Main Roads

Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions

Trip Plan

Before You Leave

Where to Stop

Pacing Suggestions

Nearby Places

Parrain's Seafood Restaurant

Parrain's Seafood Restaurant

Cork's Cajun Fried Fish & Shrimp

City Pork Jefferson

The Cottage Restaurant

The Creek Restaurant

Brocatos Breakfast & Lunch

Court Street Cafe

The Smokey Pit | Smoke House Eatery & Bar

Tesla Supercharger

Tesla Supercharger

Rivian Adventure Network

ChargePoint Charging Station

ChargePoint Charging Station

Electrify America Charging Station

Green Park Park & Charge

ProChargeEV Charging Station

Alexandria Museum of Art

Knock Knock Children's Museum

13th Gate Escape, Louisiana's Ultimate Escape Games

USS KIDD Veterans Museum

Riverfront Plaza & City Dock

Louisiana Art & Science Museum

Capitol Park Museum

North Boulevard Town Square

Heads-up: tricky spots

Fuel & Cost

Travel Intel

Alexandria, LA

Saint Rose, LA

Same local time

5 degrees cooler at arrival

3h 46m on the road

National Parks Near This Route

New Orleans Jazz National Historical Park

What kind of drive is this?

How Hard Is This Drive?

Towns Mentioned on Route Signs

About the Cities

Starting in Alexandria, LA

Who Is This Route For?

Frequently Asked Questions

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Are there rest areas on this route?

Should I avoid arriving after dark?

Is this a good trip with kids?

Where does this route get tricky?

Can I do this as a round trip in one go?

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