Embark on a 228.5-mile journey from Pierre Part, Louisiana, to Monroe, Louisiana, a drive that will take approximately 4 hours and 43 minutes. This route, primarily utilizing local roads with some highway stretches, is well-suited for a single day trip. With an estimated fuel cost of $35, it's an economical option for exploring more of the Pelican State. The drive offers a taste of Louisiana's diverse landscapes as you transition from the Southeast region to its northern reaches. Be prepared for a turn-heavy local experience that makes for an engaging, albeit not entirely high-speed, excursion.
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
114.2 miles from Pierre Part, LA
A natural place for your longest stop of the day
, about 2h 31m into the drive
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Main Roads
Road
Distance
Duration
Samuels Road
75.7 mi
1h 28m
E. E. Wallace Boulevard North
63.2 mi
1h 12m
Highway 1
20.4 mi
27m
I 20
20.3 mi
22m
Natchez-Vidalia Bridge
10.6 mi
12m
State Route 69
8.7 mi
15m
State Highway 70
7.2 mi
10m
Martin Luther King Jr Memorial Freeway
5.6 mi
7m
Longest stretch:
Samuels Road
— 75.7 mi, about 1h 28m
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Pierre Part, LA and Monroe, LA.
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Start on Leonie Street
281 ft·14 sec·Leonie Street
2
Turn right onto LA 70
7.2 mi·10 min·State Highway 70
3
Turn left onto LA 69
8.7 mi·15 min·State Route 69
4
Continue on LA 69
2.6 mi·4 min·Bowie Street
5
Turn left onto LA 1
9.1 mi·10 min·Highway 1
6
Continue on LA 1
1.0 mi·2 min·Church Street
7
Continue on LA 1
11 mi·17 min·Highway 1
8
Take the exit
0.5 mi·58 sec
Toward I 10 East: Baton Rouge
9
Merge onto I 10
1.3 mi·1 min·Horace Wilkinson Bridge
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
10
Take the exit
0.5 mi·1 min
Exit 155BToward I 110 North: Downtown, Metro Airport
11
Merge onto I 110
5.6 mi·7 min·Martin Luther King Jr Memorial Freeway
Use the straight / slight left lanes.
12
Continue on I 110
2.6 mi·3 min·Martin Luther King, Jr. Memorial Freeway
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
13
Keep slight right at fork
0.2 mi·17 sec
Exit 8CToward US 61 North: NatchezUse the slight right lane.
14
Continue on US 61
3.8 mi·5 min·Scenic Highway
15
Continue on US 61
76 mi·1 hr 28 min·Samuels Road
16
Turn left
0.1 mi·17 sec
17
Continue on US 84; US 425
2.4 mi·2 min·John R Junkin Drive
18
Continue on US 84; US 425
11 mi·12 min·Natchez-Vidalia Bridge
19
Continue on US 425; LA 15
63 mi·1 hr 12 min·E. E. Wallace Boulevard North
20
Turn left
0.3 mi·35 sec
21
Merge onto I 20
20 mi·22 min·I 20
22
Take the exit
0.1 mi·18 sec
Toward US 165 BUS, LA 15: Civic Center
23
Keep slight right at fork
303 ft·7 sec
24
Turn straight onto US 165 Business; LA 15
0.5 mi·45 sec·Lea Joyner Memorial Expressway
25
Continue on US 165 Business; LA 15
0.3 mi·35 sec·North 6th Street
26
Turn left onto US 80; US 165 Business; LA 15
0.1 mi·17 sec·Louisville Avenue
27
Turn left
45 ft·5 sec
28
Turn right
38 ft·2 sec
29
Arrive at destination
Trip Plan
Given the 4 hour and 43-minute duration, this route is easily manageable as a single-day trip, allowing for flexibility in your departure time. Plan for one stop to break up the drive and refuel, keeping in mind the $35 estimated fuel cost. The 'turn-heavy local drive' profile means staying attentive to navigation and speed limits is key, especially during the longest 75.7-mile stretch on Samuels Road. Leaving earlier in the morning will give you ample daylight to navigate the local roads and reach Monroe without feeling rushed.
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 114.2 miles from Pierre Part, LA, or about 2h 31m 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 50 miles or 1h 14m in
Use this first pause for coffee, a restroom break, and a quick traffic check ahead.
Halfway reset
Around 114.2 miles or 2h 31m 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 56m
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 Pierre Part, 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 Pierre Part, LA
This is one driving day of about 228.5 miles and 4h 43m.
Your first comfortable stop window is around 50 miles from Pierre Part, 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 40.5 and 227.3 — GPS handles the exact turns, but know they're coming. Your lane choice matters more than the turn itself.
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40.5 mi into trip|~1h 1m in|I 10 / Horace Wilkinson Bridge
Merge onto I 10 / Horace Wilkinson Bridge
Merge point - match speed before joining. Lane positioning matters here
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
6
41.9 mi into trip|~1h 3m in
Take the exit toward I 110 North: Downtown, Metro Airport
Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one
Exit 155B
Toward I 110 North: Downtown, Metro Airport
5
42.4 mi into trip|~1h 4m in|I 110 / Martin Luther King Jr Memorial Freeway
Merge onto I 110 / Martin Luther King Jr Memorial Freeway
Merge point - match speed before joining. Lane positioning matters here
Use the straight / slight left lanes.
8
50.6 mi into trip|~1h 15m 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
227.3 mi into trip|~4h 41m 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
$34.51 one way
$69.02 round trip
$3.84/gal25.4 MPG avg80 kg CO2
Fuel Type
$/gal
One Way
Round Trip
midgrade
$4.21
$37.88
$75.76
premium
$4.56
$41.01
$82.03
diesel
$5.61
$50.45
$100.90
No toll roads detected on this route.
Estimated Trip Cost (one way, 1 person)
Fuel
$35
Meals
$25–$50
Total
$60–$85
Rough estimate based on US averages. Hotel $80–$140/night, meals $25–$50/day.
Estimated CO2 emission: 79.9 kg one way.
Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-13.
Driving Electric?
About $24 in charging
· 0 stops
· 66% less CO2
Vehicle Type
kWh
Stops
DC Fast
Home Charge
Average EV
68.6
0
$23.99
$10.97
Efficient EV
57.1
0
$19.99
$9.14
EV Truck/SUV
91.4
1
$31.99
$14.62
Gas CO2
80 kg
EV CO2
27 kg (66% 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
Pierre Part, LA
Morning
in Pierre Part on Sunday
Local time
11:10 AM
CDT
Current temp
63°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
Destination
Monroe, LA
Morning
in Monroe on Sunday
Local time
11:10 AM
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
23 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
4h 43m 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.
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...
25 mi from route
~63 min detour
Free
near mile 204.8
Park data from the National Park Service API. Alerts update every 2 hours.
More Details
What kind of drive is this?
This trip is characterized as a 'turn-heavy local drive,' meaning you'll navigate a good number of local roads and intersections rather than a continuous interstate cruise. With only 29% of the route on highways, expect a more intimate connection with the Louisiana landscape. The longest uninterrupted stretch you'll encounter is 75.7 miles on Samuels Road, offering a brief period of sustained driving before you transition back to more varied road conditions. The profile suggests a dynamic driving experience, with frequent changes in direction and speed limits.
Only 29% highway — the rest is turn-by-turn surface driving.
29 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
Expect a hands-on drive with frequent turns and local roads rather than long highway stretches. This route has several spots where lane changes, forks, or exits need your full attention. The trickiest moment comes around 40.5 miles in near I 10 / Horace Wilkinson Bridge.
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 228.5 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 40.5 miles (I 10 / Horace Wilkinson Bridge): Merge point - match speed before joining. Lane positioning matters here; at 41.9 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one; at 42.4 miles (I 110 / Martin Luther King Jr Memorial Freeway): Merge point - match speed before joining. Lane positioning matters here.
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 Pierre Part, LA to Monroe, LA, road signs begin pointing toward Airport along the way.
Airport
41.9 mi in|~1h 3m
Who Is This Route For?
Weekend Trip
Doable as a same-day drive at 4h 43m. Total distance: 228.5 miles.
Family Friendly
Moderate complexity with 1 natural rest stops along the way.
Solo Traveler
4h 43m drive, comfortable solo distance.
Scenic Drive
Mostly surface roads 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 40.5 miles (I 10 / Horace Wilkinson Bridge): Merge point - match speed before joining. Lane positioning matters here; at 41.9 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one; at 42.4 miles (I 110 / Martin Luther King Jr Memorial Freeway): Merge point - match speed before joining. Lane positioning matters here.
Yes — Poverty Point National Monument. See the National Parks section for detour distances and tips on detours.
Possible but tiring. At 4.7 hours each way, an in-and-out day trip would put you behind the wheel for 9.5 hours — manageable with a long break at Monroe, LA, but most travelers stay overnight.
