Stonewall, LA to Monroe, LA is 116 miles and takes about 2h 16m via I 20 and US 171, with a fuel budget near $18 and enough daylight to finish in a day. This drive stays within Louisiana, connecting two points in the Southeast region. It's primarily a highway-focused trip, making it a straightforward transit between your starting and ending points. You'll be covering over 100 miles on the interstate, so expect a consistent pace for the majority of your journey. This route is ideal for those looking for an efficient way to get from Stonewall to Monroe without much fuss.
Trip Pace
Same-day drive is realistic
A same-day return is realistic if you keep stops short.
Midpoint
58 miles from Stonewall, LA
A natural place for your longest stop of the day
, about 1h 10m into the drive
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Main Roads
Road
Distance
Duration
I 20
100.1 mi
1h 50m
US 171
9.5 mi
13m
Jewella Avenue
4.2 mi
7m
Louisville Avenue
0.5 mi
1m
Mill Street
0.3 mi
<1m
Bridge Street
0.3 mi
<1m
Stella Street
0.3 mi
<1m
Stonewall-Preston Road
<0.1 mi
<1m
Longest stretch:
I 20
— 100.1 mi, about 1h 50m
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Stonewall, LA and Monroe, LA.
1
Start on Stonewall-Preston Road
328 ft·14 sec·Stonewall-Preston Road
2
Turn left onto US 171
9.5 mi·13 min·US 171
3
Turn left onto Jewella Avenue
4.2 mi·7 min·Jewella Avenue
4
Take the ramp
0.2 mi·19 sec
5
Merge onto I 20
100 mi·1 hr 50 min·I 20
6
Take the exit
0.1 mi·16 sec
Toward LA 34
7
Keep slight left at fork
0.4 mi·50 sec
Toward LA 34 North
8
Turn straight onto LA 34
0.3 mi·25 sec·Stella Street
9
Continue on LA 34
0.3 mi·30 sec·Mill Street
10
Continue on LA 34
0.3 mi·31 sec·Bridge Street
11
Continue on US 80; LA 15
0.5 mi·1 min·Louisville Avenue
12
Turn right
45 ft·5 sec
13
Turn right
38 ft·2 sec
14
Arrive at destination
Trip Plan
Given the relatively short duration of 2 hours and 16 minutes, this trip is easily manageable in a single day. Consider leaving in the morning to allow for a relaxed pace, though the drive is short enough that an afternoon departure is also feasible. With a fuel cost estimated at $18, you won't need to worry excessively about frequent refueling stops, but it's always wise to top off before embarking. The longest stretch is over 100 miles on I 20, so plan for a brief rest stop around the halfway point if needed to stay alert.
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.
You may only need one short stretch break if traffic stays light.
The halfway point lands around 58 miles from Stonewall, LA, or about 1h 10m into the drive.
The longest continuous stretch on this route runs about 100.1 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 26 miles or 35m in
Use this first pause for coffee, a restroom break, and a quick traffic check ahead.
Halfway reset
Around 58 miles or 1h 10m in
This is the best place for your longest stop, a real meal, and a full fuel check.
Final approach
Final hour starts around 1h 51m
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 Stonewall, 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 Stonewall, LA
This is one driving day of about 116 miles and 2h 16m.
Your first comfortable stop window is around 26 miles from Stonewall, LA.
This route can stay practical as a one-day drive if traffic stays reasonable.
The longest stretch is on I 20 for about 100.1 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 7
5 decision points cluster between mile 9.5 and 116 — GPS handles the exact turns, but know they're coming. Your lane choice matters more than the turn itself.
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9.5 mi into trip|~13m in|Jewella Avenue
Turn left onto Jewella Avenue
Navigation decision point
4
114 mi into trip|~2h 12m in
Take the exit toward LA 34
Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early
Toward LA 34
5
114.1 mi into trip|~2h 12m in
Keep slight left at fork toward LA 34 North
Highway fork - watch signs carefully
Toward LA 34 North
4
116 mi into trip|~2h 15m in
Turn right
Navigation decision point
4
116 mi into trip|~2h 15m in
Turn right
Navigation decision point
Fuel & Cost
Regular Gas
$17.52 one way
$35.04 round trip
$3.84/gal25.4 MPG avg41 kg CO2
Fuel Type
$/gal
One Way
Round Trip
midgrade
$4.21
$19.23
$38.46
premium
$4.56
$20.82
$41.64
diesel
$5.61
$25.61
$51.22
No toll roads detected on this route.
Estimated Trip Cost (one way, 1 person)
Fuel
$18
Meals
$25–$50
Total
$43–$68
Rough estimate based on US averages. Hotel $80–$140/night, meals $25–$50/day.
Estimated CO2 emission: 40.6 kg one way.
Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-13.
Driving Electric?
About $12 in charging
· 0 stops
· 66% less CO2
Vehicle Type
kWh
Stops
DC Fast
Home Charge
Average EV
34.8
0
$12.18
$5.57
Efficient EV
29
0
$10.15
$4.64
EV Truck/SUV
46.4
0
$16.24
$7.42
Gas CO2
41 kg
EV CO2
14 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 18, 2026
Origin
Stonewall, LA
Morning
in Stonewall on Sunday
Local time
11:10 AM
CDT
Current temp
66°F
Partly Cloudy
S 10 to 15 mph6% chanceLive 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
20 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
2h 16m on the road
The weather snapshot is not static. If you are leaving later, give both cities one more quick forecast check before departure.
Weather data from the National Weather Service. Conditions may change; check closer to your travel date.
More Details
What kind of drive is this?
This drive is predominantly a highway-focused experience, with 94% of the route utilizing major roadways like I 20 and US 171. You'll encounter a long, uninterrupted stretch of 100.1 miles on I 20, allowing for a steady and swift progress. While the bulk of the journey is on high-speed highways, expect some transition onto local roads like Jewella Avenue as you approach your destination. The character is largely about covering ground efficiently, rather than winding scenic byways.
94% highway — fuel and pacing are the main things to plan.
14 navigation steps total — most of the decisions cluster near the start and finish.
Longest single stretch: 100.1 mi on I 20.
How Hard Is This Drive?
2/10
This is a straightforward highway drive that stays mostly on I 20 and US 171. Navigation is very simple - set it and forget it for most of the drive. The trickiest moment comes around 9.5 miles in near Jewella Avenue.
Driving Effort2/10
Very easy - short and simple to drive
Balances navigation complexity with total wheel time.
The drive from Stonewall, LA to Monroe, LA is easy. At 2h 16m with 94% highway, most drivers will find it relaxed and low-stress.
Where does it get tricky?
The main spots that need attention: at 9.5 miles (Jewella Avenue): Navigation decision point; at 114 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early; at 114.1 miles: Highway fork - watch signs carefully.
Who Is This Route For?
Weekend Trip
Doable as a same-day drive at 2h 16m. Total distance: 116 miles.
Family Friendly
Moderate complexity with 0 natural rest stops along the way.
The longest stretch is about 100.1 miles on I 20. 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: at 9.5 miles (Jewella Avenue): Navigation decision point; at 114 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early; at 114.1 miles: Highway fork - watch signs carefully.
Yes. A round trip is manageable in a single day if you plan a break at Monroe, LA before heading back.
