Traveling from Avondale to Monroe covers a total distance of 267.1 miles, typically taking about 5 hours and 18 minutes of actual drive time. Because this journey stays entirely within Louisiana, you will transition from the Southeast region toward the northern interior of the state. This trip is perfectly manageable as a single-day excursion, though you should budget approximately $41 for fuel to cover the distance. Planning for one scheduled stop will help keep you refreshed for the duration of the trip. Whether you are heading north for business or personal travel, this route offers a straightforward path between the two cities that balances efficiency with a moderate pace.
Trip Pace
Same-day drive is realistic
A same-day return is possible, but it will make for a full day on the road.
Break Rhythm
1 planned break
Plan on a short reset every 3 to 4 hours to stay fresh behind the wheel.
Midpoint
133.6 miles from Avondale, LA
A natural place for your longest stop of the day
, about 2h 43m into the drive
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Main Roads
Road
Distance
Duration
Samuels Road
75.7 mi
1h 28m
I 10
70.8 mi
1h 20m
E. E. Wallace Boulevard North
63.2 mi
1h 12m
I 20
20.3 mi
22m
Natchez-Vidalia Bridge
10.6 mi
12m
Martin Luther King Jr Memorial Freeway
6.2 mi
8m
US 90
4.8 mi
7m
LA 3152
3.8 mi
7m
Longest stretch:
Samuels Road
— 75.7 mi, about 1h 28m
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Avondale, LA and Monroe, LA.
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Start on Valentine Drive
0.1 mi·30 sec·Valentine Drive
2
Turn right onto Jamie Boulevard
0.2 mi·1 min·Jamie Boulevard
3
Turn left onto US 90
4.8 mi·7 min·US 90
4
Continue on LA 3152
3.8 mi·7 min·LA 3152
Use the straight / right lanes.
5
Take the exit
0.4 mi·50 sec
Toward I 10 West: Baton Rouge
6
Keep slight left at fork
0.3 mi·41 sec
7
Merge onto I 10
71 mi·1 hr 20 min·I 10
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
8
Keep slight right at fork onto I 110
6.2 mi·8 min·Martin Luther King Jr Memorial Freeway
Toward I 110 North: Downtown, Metro AirportUse the straight / slight right lanes.
9
Continue on I 110
2.6 mi·3 min·Martin Luther King, Jr. Memorial Freeway
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
10
Keep slight right at fork
0.2 mi·17 sec
Exit 8CToward US 61 North: NatchezUse the slight right lane.
11
Continue on US 61
3.8 mi·5 min·Scenic Highway
12
Continue on US 61
76 mi·1 hr 28 min·Samuels Road
13
Turn left
0.1 mi·17 sec
14
Continue on US 84; US 425
2.4 mi·2 min·John R Junkin Drive
15
Continue on US 84; US 425
11 mi·12 min·Natchez-Vidalia Bridge
16
Continue on US 425; LA 15
63 mi·1 hr 12 min·E. E. Wallace Boulevard North
17
Turn left
0.3 mi·35 sec
18
Merge onto I 20
20 mi·22 min·I 20
19
Take the exit
0.1 mi·18 sec
Toward US 165 BUS, LA 15: Civic Center
20
Keep slight right at fork
303 ft·7 sec
21
Turn straight onto US 165 Business; LA 15
0.5 mi·45 sec·Lea Joyner Memorial Expressway
22
Continue on US 165 Business; LA 15
0.3 mi·35 sec·North 6th Street
23
Turn left onto US 80; US 165 Business; LA 15
0.1 mi·17 sec·Louisville Avenue
24
Turn left
45 ft·5 sec
25
Turn right
38 ft·2 sec
26
Arrive at destination
Trip Plan
To ensure a smooth trip, aim to depart early in the morning to avoid peak traffic conditions often found when leaving the Avondale area. Since the entire drive is roughly 5 hours and 18 minutes, incorporating your single planned stop around the halfway point will help prevent fatigue during the longer segments. Keep a close eye on your fuel gauge, especially before hitting the 75.7-mile stretch on Samuels Road, to ensure you have enough of your $41 fuel budget allocated for the full distance. Because this is a single-day route, you have the flexibility to adjust your departure time based on your personal schedule. Prioritize checking local traffic reports before you leave, as road conditions on the primary highways can fluctuate throughout the day.
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 133.6 miles from Avondale, LA, or about 2h 43m into the drive.
The longest continuous stretch on this route runs about 75.7 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 59 miles or 1h 14m in
Use this first pause for coffee, a restroom break, and a quick traffic check ahead.
Halfway reset
Around 133.6 miles or 2h 43m in
This is the best place for your longest stop, a real meal, and a full fuel check.
Final approach
Final hour starts around 4h 23m
Traffic, exits, and arrival timing usually matter more near Monroe, LA than in the middle of the route.
Before You Leave
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Open the route before leaving Avondale, 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 Avondale, LA
This is one driving day of about 267.1 miles and 5h 18m.
Your first comfortable stop window is around 59 miles from Avondale, 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 Samuels Road for about 75.7 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 15
5 decision points cluster between mile 0.1 and 266 — GPS handles the exact turns, but know they're coming. Your lane choice matters more than the turn itself.
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0.1 mi into trip|~0m in|Jamie Boulevard
Turn right onto Jamie Boulevard
Navigation decision point
5
9.7 mi into trip|~18m in|I 10
Merge onto I 10
Merge point - match speed before joining. Lane positioning matters here
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
8
80.5 mi into trip|~1h 38m in|I 110 / Martin Luther King Jr Memorial Freeway
Keep slight right at fork onto I 110 / Martin Luther King Jr Memorial Freeway toward I 110 North: Downtown, Metro Airport
Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
Toward I 110 North: Downtown, Metro Airport
8
89.3 mi into trip|~1h 50m in
Keep slight right at fork toward US 61 North: Natchez
Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here
Use the slight right lane.
Exit 8C
Toward US 61 North: Natchez
5
266 mi into trip|~5h 16m in
Take the exit toward US 165 BUS, LA 15: Civic Center
Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one
Toward US 165 BUS, LA 15: Civic Center
Fuel & Cost
Regular Gas
$40.34 one way
$80.68 round trip
$3.84/gal25.4 MPG avg94 kg CO2
Fuel Type
$/gal
One Way
Round Trip
midgrade
$4.21
$44.28
$88.56
premium
$4.56
$47.94
$95.88
diesel
$5.61
$58.97
$117.94
No toll roads detected on this route.
Estimated Trip Cost (one way, 1 person)
Fuel
$40
Meals
$25–$50
Total
$65–$90
Rough estimate based on US averages. Hotel $80–$140/night, meals $25–$50/day.
Estimated CO2 emission: 93.5 kg one way.
Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-13.
Driving Electric?
About $28 in charging
· 0 stops
· 67% less CO2
Vehicle Type
kWh
Stops
DC Fast
Home Charge
Average EV
80.1
0
$28.05
$12.82
Efficient EV
66.8
0
$23.37
$10.68
EV Truck/SUV
106.8
1
$37.39
$17.09
Gas CO2
93 kg
EV CO2
31 kg (67% less)
Plan for 0 charging stops, roughly every 270 miles. Allow 25-40 minutes per stop at a DC fast charger.
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 16, 2026
Origin
Avondale, LA
Night
in Avondale on Saturday
Local time
11:33 PM
CDT
Current temp
78°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
Destination
Monroe, LA
Night
in Monroe on Saturday
Local time
11:33 PM
CDT
Current temp
86°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
8 degrees warmer at arrival
A meaningful temperature swing is a good cue to rethink layers, water, and how soon you want to arrive.
Road read
5h 18m on the road
An early start around 7-8 AM gets you there with plenty of daylight left.
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...
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...
26 mi from route
~66 min detour
Free
near mile 248.7
Park data from the National Park Service API. Alerts update every 2 hours.
More Details
What kind of drive is this?
Expect a mixed driving experience as you navigate this 267.1-mile journey. With a highway share of 41%, you will alternate between faster interstate travel and more localized roadways. You will spend a significant portion of your time on I-10 and E. E. Wallace Boulevard North, but the route also includes a notable 75.7-mile stretch on Samuels Road. This longest uninterrupted segment requires steady focus, contrasting with the other portions of the trip that may demand more frequent adjustments. Overall, the road’s personality shifts from busy urban approaches to more consistent, open stretches as you make your way toward Monroe.
41% highway, the rest on surface roads — varied driving throughout.
26 navigation steps total — most of the decisions cluster near the start and finish.
Longest single stretch: 75.7 mi on Samuels Road.
How Hard Is This Drive?
7/10
This route mixes highway mileage with some local-road sections near the start or finish. This route has several spots where lane changes, forks, or exits need your full attention. The trickiest moment comes around 0.1 miles in near Jamie Boulevard.
Driving Effort7/10
Demanding - plan breaks and stay ahead of the key maneuvers
Balances navigation complexity with total wheel time.
This is a demanding drive. With 15 significant decision points across 267.1 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 0.1 miles (Jamie Boulevard): Navigation decision point; at 9.7 miles (I 10): Merge point - match speed before joining. Lane positioning matters here; at 80.5 miles (I 110 / Martin Luther King Jr Memorial Freeway): Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one.
Elevation Profile
Mostly flat terrain
352 ft-1 ft
Total Climb
395 ft
Total Descent
319 ft
Highest Point
352 ft
~133.6 mi in
Elevation Range
352 ft
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 Avondale, LA to Monroe, LA, road signs begin pointing toward Airport along the way.
Airport
80.5 mi in|~1h 38m|via I 110
Who Is This Route For?
Weekend Trip
Doable as a same-day drive at 5h 18m. Total distance: 267.1 miles.
Family Friendly
Moderate complexity with 1 natural rest stops along the way.
Solo Traveler
5h 18m drive, comfortable solo distance.
Scenic Drive
Mixed highway & surface route profile with national parks nearby.
Frequently Asked Questions
The longest stretch is about 75.7 miles on Samuels Road. 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 Monroe, 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.
The main spots that need attention: at 0.1 miles (Jamie Boulevard): Navigation decision point; at 9.7 miles (I 10): Merge point - match speed before joining. Lane positioning matters here; at 80.5 miles (I 110 / Martin Luther King Jr Memorial Freeway): Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one.
Yes — New Orleans Jazz National Historical Park and Poverty Point National Monument. See the National Parks section for detour distances and tips on detours.
Not recommended in a single day. At 5.3 hours each way, a round trip means 10.6 hours of driving — that is an unsafe level of fatigue for most drivers. Plan at least one night at Monroe, LA before the return drive.
