How far is Alexandria, LA from Ferriday, LA?
The driving distance from Alexandria, LA to Ferriday, LA is about 62.3 miles (100.3 km), with a travel time of about 01h 21m by car.
- The straight-line flight distance is about 56.9 miles (91.6 km).
- For a round trip, plan for roughly 02h 43m of driving time before adding stops, traffic, or weather delays.
- A comfortable departure window is usually 8:00 AM to 10:00 AM CDT.
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This route works well as a day trip with time at the destination.
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Leave and Arrive Planner
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Drive time stays fixed at 01h 21m.
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Halfway Point
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Parish seat of La Salle Parish, Louisiana, United States
Route Weather Snapshot
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Driving Route Map
The map below follows the saved road route between Alexandria and Ferriday.
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Alexandria and Ferriday.
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Start on Murray Street
49 m · 14 sec · Murray Street
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Turn left onto 4th Street
1358 ft · 47 sec · 4th Street
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At the end of the road, turn right onto Winn Street
795 ft · 19 sec · Winn Street
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Turn left onto Foisy Avenue
159 m · 27 sec · Foisy Avenue
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At the end of the road, turn left onto Casson Street
82 m · 5 sec · Casson Street
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Take the ramp straight
1115 ft · 27 sec
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Merge slight left onto Pineville Expressway
2.1 mi · 3 min · Pineville Expressway
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Take the exit slight right toward LA 3100 West, LA 28 East: Pineville, Jonesville
873 ft · 19 sec
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Keep slight right to continue on LA 28 East: Jonesville, Ferriday
32 mi · 42 min
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At the end of the road, turn right
27.2 mi · 34 min
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Turn left onto East Wallace Boulevard
102 m · 8 sec · East Wallace Boulevard
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Turn right
62 m · 15 sec
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Arrive at your destination
0 m · 1 sec
Car Route Details
A richer read on the saved driving route between Alexandria and Ferriday.
Straightforward drive
The saved road route has a manageable number of maneuvers and should be easy to follow with normal attention to signs.
LA 28 East
Keep slight right to continue on LA 28 East: Jonesville, Ferriday
32 mi · 00h 42m
Route Summary
A quick read on whether this route feels easy, ambitious, or worth planning around.
A comfortable day-trip route
This route works well as a day trip. You can leave in the morning, spend meaningful time at the destination, and still return the same day.
Chance Rain Showers then Mostly Sunny leaving Alexandria and Showers And Thunderstorms Likely near Ferriday.
Trip Questions
Direct answers travelers usually want before committing to the drive.
How long does it take to drive from Alexandria to Ferriday?
The road trip is about 62.3 miles (100.3 km) and usually takes 01h 21m in normal driving conditions.
Is this a same-day trip or an overnight route?
This route works well as a day trip. You can leave in the morning, spend meaningful time at the destination, and still return the same day.
What is the halfway point on this route?
Jena is a useful midpoint, sitting about 31.1 miles from Alexandria and 31.2 miles from Ferriday.
How much longer is the road route than the straight-line distance?
The direct path is about 56.9 miles (91.6 km), while the road route adds roughly 5.4 extra miles because roads do not follow the straight air line.
When is the best time to leave for this route?
A good departure window is usually 8:00 AM to 10:00 AM CDT. If you want a more comfortable same-day return, try to leave by 3:46 PM CDT.
How much will gas cost for this route?
Using about 28.3 MPG, regular gas is estimated at $8.33 one way or $16.66 round trip. Estimated CO2 is about 19.6 kg one way.
What should you check before leaving?
Before you leave, expect Chance Rain Showers then Mostly Sunny around Alexandria and Showers And Thunderstorms Likely near Ferriday.
Flight Path Map
This map shows the direct air route between Alexandria and Ferriday. Straight-line distance: 56.92 mi (91.6 km).
#1 Alexandria
The capital of Louisiana.
| Population | 45,573 |
| Coordinates | 31.3112900, -92.4451400 |
| Altitude | 23 |
| Country | United States |
#2 Ferriday
Town in Concordia Parish, Louisiana, United States
| Population | 3,188 |
| Coordinates | 31.6301700, -91.5545600 |
| Altitude | 16 |
| Country | United States |
End: Ferriday (-91.55456, 31.63017)
Estimated Travel Time
Distance: 100 km by road
| Speed | Time |
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| 30 mph (48.3 km/h) | 02h 04m |
| 40 mph (64.37 km/h) | 01h 33m |
| 50 mph (80.47 km/h) | 01h 14m |
| 60 mph (96.56 km/h) | 01h 02m |
| 70 mph (112.65 km/h) | 00h 53m |
| 80 mph (129 km/h) | 00h 46m |
Fuel, Round Trip and CO2
Estimated fuel cost and emissions for this route.
| Fuel | $/gal | One way | Round trip |
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| Regular gas | $3.79 | $8.33 | $16.66 |
| Mid-grade | $4.26 | $9.37 | $18.74 |
| Premium | $4.63 | $10.18 | $20.35 |
| Diesel | $5.42 | $11.91 | $23.83 |
Assumes 8.3 L/100 km (about 28.3 MPG). CO2 is an estimate and varies by vehicle, fuel blend, traffic, and terrain.
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