How far is Alexandria, LA from Pierre Part, LA?

The estimated driving distance from Alexandria, LA to Pierre Part, LA is about 148.4 miles (238.9 km), with a travel time of about 03h 05m by car.

  • This page is using an estimated road distance while the full route geometry is refreshed.
  • The straight-line flight distance is about 118.7 miles (191.1 km).
  • For a round trip, plan for roughly 06h 10m of driving time before adding stops, traffic, or weather delays.
  • A comfortable departure window is usually 6:00 AM to 8:00 AM CDT.
Road route is being refreshed. This page currently uses an estimated driving distance until a routing provider returns the full road geometry.
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Quick Snapshot
Road
148.43 mi
03h 05m · estimated
Flight
118.74 mi
191.1 km direct

This drive is better planned with a longer stop or an overnight stay.

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Flight Distance

Direct air line
118.74 mi
Kilometers
191.1 km
Flight Time
00h 14m

Driving Distance

Estimated road route
148.43 mi
Estimated
Kilometers
238.88 km
Drive Time
03h 05m

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Arrival Snapshot
Arrive in Pierre Part
Sat, Apr 11, 1:34 AM CDT
Return by in Alexandria
Sat, Apr 11, 4:39 AM CDT
Useful when you're deciding between a quick errand, a day trip, or a longer stop.
Leave Alexandria
2026-04-10T22:29
Arrive Pierre Part
Sat, Apr 11, 1:34 AM CDT
Route Timing
03h 05m
One way by road
Best Departure Window
6:00 AM to 8:00 AM CDT
Leave early for more breathing room
Arrive between
9:05 AM to 11:05 AM CDT

An early departure helps you fit a real stop into the day without turning the return into a late-night drive.

Leave by
10:50 AM CDT
Keeps a same-day return open with about 04h 00m at the destination.
Back in Alexandria
9:00 PM CDT
Early departure recommended

You are leaving earlier than the recommended window, which gives you extra margin for breaks and traffic.

Halfway Point

A useful midpoint for breaks, coffee, or meeting in the middle.

Mid-route stop
Melville
LA

Town in St.

From Alexandria
59.4 mi
01h 32m
To Pierre Part
89 mi
01h 32m

Route Weather Snapshot

Check the forecast at both ends before you head out.

Origin
84°F
Friday

Mostly Sunny then Slight Chance Showers And Thunderstorms

Starts
Fri, Apr 10 6:00 AM CDT
Wind
0 to 5 mph SE
Destination
80°F
This Afternoon

Chance Showers And Thunderstorms

Starts
Fri, Apr 10 4:00 PM CDT
Wind
5 to 10 mph E

Driving Route Map

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Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions

Step-by-step road directions between Alexandria and Pierre Part.

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Route Summary

A quick read on whether this route feels easy, ambitious, or worth planning around.

Trip Read

A longer out-and-back drive

This is still possible in one day, but it becomes a long driving day. Leaving early and planning your stop window matters more here.

Drive Time
03h 05m
Long day trip
Same-Day Return
06h 10m
Round-trip wheel time
Road vs Air
+29.7 mi
118.7 mi direct line
Halfway Stop
Melville
01h 32m from Alexandria
Leave By
10:50 AM CDT
Early departure recommended
Weather Watch

Mostly Sunny then Slight Chance Showers And Thunderstorms leaving Alexandria and Chance Showers And Thunderstorms near Pierre Part.

Trip Questions

Direct answers travelers usually want before committing to the drive.

How long does it take to drive from Alexandria to Pierre Part?

The road trip is about 148.4 miles (238.9 km) and usually takes 03h 05m in normal driving conditions.

Is this a same-day trip or an overnight route?

This is still possible in one day, but it becomes a long driving day. Leaving early and planning your stop window matters more here.

What is the halfway point on this route?

Melville is a useful midpoint, sitting about 59.4 miles from Alexandria and 89 miles from Pierre Part.

How much longer is the road route than the straight-line distance?

The direct path is about 118.7 miles (191.1 km), while the road route adds roughly 29.7 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 6:00 AM to 8:00 AM CDT. If you want a more comfortable same-day return, try to leave by 10:50 AM CDT.

How much will gas cost for this route?

Using about 28.3 MPG, regular gas is estimated at $19.84 one way or $39.69 round trip. Estimated CO2 is about 46.6 kg one way.

What should you check before leaving?

Before you leave, expect Mostly Sunny then Slight Chance Showers And Thunderstorms around Alexandria and Chance Showers And Thunderstorms near Pierre Part.

Stop Ideas Near Melville

Useful break, food, and waypoint ideas within about 15 miles of the route midpoint.

Mid-route Guidance
These suggestions come from reviewed places and nearby services around Melville and the surrounding midpoint area.
Port Barre Park
Scenic stop 9.7 mi away

Port Barre Park

Port Barre , LA
129, 169 Park St, Port Barre, LA 70577
Rating 4.2/5 49 reviews Park
Stop photo coming soon
Meeting point 13.9 mi away

Washington Town Hall

Washington , LA
405 N Washington St, Washington, LA 70589
Rating 1.4/5 5 reviews City government office
Port Barre Community Center
Nearby stop 9.7 mi away

Port Barre Community Center

Port Barre , LA
122 Park St, Port Barre, LA 70577
Rating 5.0/5 1 reviews Community center

Transit and Meeting Points

Useful pickup, handoff, or rendezvous points close to Melville.

RAIL

Lafayette

58 mi away
133 East Grant St.
BUS

Baton Rouge, Louisiana

61 mi away
1253 Florida St.
RAIL

New Iberia

76 mi away
West Washington St.

Flight Path Map

This map shows the direct air route between Alexandria and Pierre Part. Straight-line distance: 118.74 mi (191.1 km).

Alexandria

#1 Alexandria

The capital of Louisiana.

Population45,573
Coordinates31.3112900, -92.4451400
Altitude23
CountryUnited States
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#2 Pierre Part

City in Louisiana, United States of America

Population3,169
Coordinates29.9652000, -91.2031600
Altitude1
CountryUnited States
Start: Alexandria (-92.44514, 31.31129)
End: Pierre Part (-91.20316, 29.9652)

Estimated Travel Time

Distance: 239 km by road

SpeedTime
30 mph (48.3 km/h)04h 56m
40 mph (64.37 km/h)03h 42m
50 mph (80.47 km/h)02h 58m
60 mph (96.56 km/h)02h 28m
70 mph (112.65 km/h)02h 07m
80 mph (129 km/h)01h 51m

Fuel, Round Trip and CO2

Estimated fuel cost and emissions for this route.

One-way fuel
5.24 gal
19.83 L · about $19.84
Round trip
$39.69
10.48 gal · 39.66 L
Estimated CO2
46.6 kg one way
Round trip: 93.1 kg / 205 lb CO2, using regular gasoline.
Fuel$/galOne wayRound trip
Regular gas $3.79 $19.84 $39.69
Mid-grade $4.26 $22.32 $44.63
Premium $4.63 $24.24 $48.47
Diesel $5.42 $28.37 $56.75

Assumes 8.3 L/100 km (about 28.3 MPG). CO2 is an estimate and varies by vehicle, fuel blend, traffic, and terrain.

Prices in Louisiana · Apr 11, 2026

There is no time difference between Alexandria and Pierre Part. The current time is 22:29:12.

Distance to Other Cities

How did we calculate? Place names are translated into coordinates. The Haversine formula calculates straight-line distance; driving distance uses road network data.