How far is Brownsville, LA from Alexandria, LA?
The driving distance from Brownsville, LA to Alexandria, LA is about 98.7 miles (158.9 km), with a travel time of about 01h 43m by car.
- The straight-line flight distance is about 83 miles (133.6 km).
- For a round trip, plan for roughly 03h 27m of driving time before adding stops, traffic, or weather delays.
- A comfortable departure window is usually 8:00 AM to 10:00 AM CST.
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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 43m.
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Driving Route Map
The map below follows the saved road route between Brownsville and Alexandria.
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Brownsville and Alexandria.
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Start on Jonesboro Road
1.1 mi · 2 min · Jonesboro Road
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Continue on Stella Street
738 ft · 12 sec · Stella Street
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Take the ramp slight right
2759 ft · 1 min
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Merge slight left
1.5 km · 1 min
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Take the exit slight right
687 ft · 17 sec
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Keep slight right
156 m · 12 sec
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Keep slight right
72 m · 6 sec
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Turn slight right onto Jackson Street
5.6 mi · 9 min · Jackson Street
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Turn straight
23.3 mi · 27 min
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Continue straight
62.5 mi · 1 hr 14 min
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Continue on Curtis-Coleman Memorial Bridge
1 km · 58 sec · Curtis-Coleman Memorial Bridge
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Turn left onto North 3rd Street
1.1 mi · 2 min · North 3rd Street
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Turn left onto 5th Street
84 m · 18 sec · 5th Street
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Turn left onto Medical Center Drive
561 ft · 16 sec · Medical Center Drive
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Continue on 4th Street
1601 ft · 55 sec · 4th Street
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Turn left onto Murray Street
49 m · 7 sec · Murray Street
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Arrive at your destination
0 m · 1 sec · Murray Street
Car Route Details
A richer read on the saved driving route between Brownsville and Alexandria.
Straightforward drive
The saved road route has a manageable number of maneuvers and should be easy to follow with normal attention to signs.
Jackson Street
Continue straight
62.5 mi · 01h 14m
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.
Partly Cloudy leaving Brownsville and Mostly Cloudy near Alexandria.
Trip Questions
Direct answers travelers usually want before committing to the drive.
How long does it take to drive from Brownsville to Alexandria?
The road trip is about 98.7 miles (158.9 km) and usually takes 01h 43m 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?
Olla is a useful midpoint, sitting about 48.4 miles from Brownsville and 50.3 miles from Alexandria.
How much longer is the road route than the straight-line distance?
The direct path is about 83 miles (133.6 km), while the road route adds roughly 15.7 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 8:00 AM to 10:00 AM CST. If you want a more comfortable same-day return, try to leave by 3:02 PM CST.
How much will gas cost for this route?
Using about 28.3 MPG, regular gas is estimated at $12.44 one way or $24.89 round trip. Estimated CO2 is about 30.9 kg one way.
What should you check before leaving?
Before you leave, expect Partly Cloudy around Brownsville and Mostly Cloudy near Alexandria.
Flight Path Map
This map shows the direct air route between Brownsville and Alexandria. Straight-line distance: 83.01 mi (133.59 km).
#1 Brownsville
Brownsville is a place in Louisiana, United States.
| Population | 0 |
| Coordinates | 32.4870900, -92.1543000 |
| Altitude | 24 |
| Country | United States |
#2 Alexandria
The capital of Louisiana.
| Population | 45,573 |
| Coordinates | 31.3112900, -92.4451400 |
| Altitude | 23 |
| Country | United States |
End: Murray Street (-92.444972, 31.311153)
Estimated Travel Time
Distance: 159 km by road
| Speed | Time |
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| 30 mph (48.3 km/h) | 03h 17m |
| 40 mph (64.37 km/h) | 02h 28m |
| 50 mph (80.47 km/h) | 01h 58m |
| 60 mph (96.56 km/h) | 01h 38m |
| 70 mph (112.65 km/h) | 01h 24m |
| 80 mph (129 km/h) | 01h 13m |
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 | $3.58 | $12.44 | $24.89 |
| Mid-grade | $4.04 | $14.05 | $28.10 |
| Premium | $4.44 | $15.45 | $30.91 |
| Diesel | $5.66 | $19.68 | $39.36 |
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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