How far is Alexandria, LA from Zachary, LA?
The driving distance from Alexandria, LA to Zachary, LA is about 111.2 miles (178.9 km), with a travel time of about 02h 08m by car.
- The straight-line flight distance is about 89 miles (143.3 km).
- For a round trip, plan for roughly 04h 17m 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 02h 08m.
A morning start gives you useful time at the destination and keeps the return out of the late evening.
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Halfway Point
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Town in Avoyelles 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 Zachary.
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Alexandria and Zachary.
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Start on Murray Street
49 m · 14 sec · Murray Street
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Turn left onto 4th Street
1052 ft · 36 sec · 4th Street
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Turn straight
126 m · 10 sec
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Continue on 3rd Street
9.6 mi · 15 min · 3rd Street
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Continue straight
83.5 mi · 1 hr 57 min
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Turn right onto US 61
9.3 mi · 11 min · US 61
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Turn left onto Mount Pleasant Zachary Road
2.1 mi · 3 min · Mount Pleasant Zachary Road
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Enter the roundabout and take exit 2 toward Mount Pleasant Zachary Road
40 m · 2 sec · Mount Pleasant Zachary Road
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Exit the roundabout onto Mount Pleasant Zachary Road
1.2 mi · 2 min · Mount Pleasant Zachary Road
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Continue on Church Street
2 mi · 3 min · Church Street
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Turn straight onto High Street
792 ft · 13 sec · High Street
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Continue on Main Street
117 m · 6 sec · Main Street
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Arrive at your destination
0 m · 1 sec · Main Street
Car Route Details
A richer read on the saved driving route between Alexandria and Zachary.
Straightforward drive
The saved road route has a manageable number of maneuvers and should be easy to follow with normal attention to signs.
3rd Street
Continue straight
83.5 mi · 01h 57m
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.
Sunny leaving Alexandria and Sunny near Zachary.
Trip Questions
Direct answers travelers usually want before committing to the drive.
How long does it take to drive from Alexandria to Zachary?
The road trip is about 111.2 miles (178.9 km) and usually takes 02h 08m 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?
Simmesport is a useful midpoint, sitting about 54.2 miles from Alexandria and 57 miles from Zachary.
How much longer is the road route than the straight-line distance?
The direct path is about 89 miles (143.3 km), while the road route adds roughly 22.2 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 2:12 PM CDT.
How much will gas cost for this route?
Using about 28.3 MPG, regular gas is estimated at $14.85 one way or $29.69 round trip. Estimated CO2 is about 34.8 kg one way.
What should you check before leaving?
Before you leave, expect Sunny around Alexandria and Sunny near Zachary.
Stop Ideas Near Simmesport
Useful break, food, and waypoint ideas within about 15 miles of the route midpoint.
Transit and Meeting Points
Useful pickup, handoff, or rendezvous points close to Simmesport.
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Flight Path Map
This map shows the direct air route between Alexandria and Zachary. Straight-line distance: 89.02 mi (143.26 km).
#1 Alexandria
The capital of Louisiana.
| Population | 45,573 |
| Coordinates | 31.3112900, -92.4451400 |
| Altitude | 23 |
| Country | United States |
#2 Zachary
City in Louisiana, United States
| Population | 18,417 |
| Coordinates | 30.6485200, -91.1565000 |
| Altitude | 31 |
| Country | United States |
End: Main Street (-91.156505, 30.648487)
Estimated Travel Time
Distance: 179 km by road
| Speed | Time |
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| 30 mph (48.3 km/h) | 03h 42m |
| 40 mph (64.37 km/h) | 02h 46m |
| 50 mph (80.47 km/h) | 02h 13m |
| 60 mph (96.56 km/h) | 01h 51m |
| 70 mph (112.65 km/h) | 01h 35m |
| 80 mph (129 km/h) | 01h 23m |
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 | $14.85 | $29.69 |
| Mid-grade | $4.26 | $16.70 | $33.39 |
| Premium | $4.63 | $18.13 | $36.26 |
| Diesel | $5.42 | $21.23 | $42.45 |
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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