How far is Colfax, LA from Monroe, LA?
The driving distance from Colfax, LA to Monroe, LA is about 94 miles (151.2 km), with a travel time of about 01h 42m by car.
- The straight-line flight distance is about 76.6 miles (123.3 km).
- For a round trip, plan for roughly 03h 24m 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 42m.
A morning start gives you useful time at the destination and keeps the return out of the late evening.
You are leaving earlier than the recommended window, which gives you extra margin for breaks and traffic.
Halfway Point
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Route Weather Snapshot
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Driving Route Map
The map below follows the saved road route between Colfax and Monroe.
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Colfax and Monroe.
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Start on 8th Street
15 m · 5 sec · 8th Street
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Turn right onto Main Street
1.1 mi · 2 min · Main Street
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Turn straight onto Highway 8
1.2 mi · 2 min · Highway 8
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At the end of the road, turn right
1.3 km · 1 min
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Turn left onto Highway 8
3.7 mi · 6 min · Highway 8
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Turn left onto State Route 123
16 mi · 28 min · State Route 123
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Turn left
61.8 mi · 1 hr 10 min
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Turn straight
5.9 mi · 10 min
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Turn right onto Ouachita Avenue
2881 ft · 51 sec · Ouachita Avenue
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Continue on Lea Joyner Memorial Expressway
3074 ft · 54 sec · Lea Joyner Memorial Expressway
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Continue on North 6th Street
1643 ft · 35 sec · North 6th Street
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Turn left onto Louisville Avenue
628 ft · 18 sec · Louisville Avenue
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Turn left
14 m · 5 sec
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Turn right
12 m · 3 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 Colfax and Monroe.
Straightforward drive
The saved road route has a manageable number of maneuvers and should be easy to follow with normal attention to signs.
Longest stretch
Turn left
61.8 mi · 01h 10m
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 Sunny leaving Colfax and Mostly Cloudy near Monroe.
Trip Questions
Direct answers travelers usually want before committing to the drive.
How long does it take to drive from Colfax to Monroe?
The road trip is about 94 miles (151.2 km) and usually takes 01h 42m 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 46.1 miles from Colfax and 47.8 miles from Monroe.
How much longer is the road route than the straight-line distance?
The direct path is about 76.6 miles (123.3 km), while the road route adds roughly 17.4 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 3:06 PM CDT.
How much will gas cost for this route?
Using about 28.3 MPG, regular gas is estimated at $12.57 one way or $25.15 round trip. Estimated CO2 is about 29.5 kg one way.
What should you check before leaving?
Before you leave, expect Partly Sunny around Colfax and Mostly Cloudy near Monroe.
Flight Path Map
This map shows the direct air route between Colfax and Monroe. Straight-line distance: 76.59 mi (123.26 km).
#1 Colfax
Parish seat in Louisiana, United States.
| Population | 1,431 |
| Coordinates | 31.5190600, -92.7068200 |
| Altitude | 29 |
| Country | United States |
#2 Monroe
The most populous city in Ouachita Parish, Louisiana.
| Population | 46,998 |
| Coordinates | 32.5093100, -92.1193000 |
| Altitude | 23 |
| Country | United States |
End: North 4th Street (-92.119438, 32.509236)
Estimated Travel Time
Distance: 151 km by road
| Speed | Time |
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| 30 mph (48.3 km/h) | 03h 07m |
| 40 mph (64.37 km/h) | 02h 20m |
| 50 mph (80.47 km/h) | 01h 52m |
| 60 mph (96.56 km/h) | 01h 33m |
| 70 mph (112.65 km/h) | 01h 20m |
| 80 mph (129 km/h) | 01h 10m |
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 | $12.57 | $25.15 |
| Mid-grade | $4.26 | $14.14 | $28.28 |
| Premium | $4.63 | $15.35 | $30.71 |
| Diesel | $5.42 | $17.98 | $35.96 |
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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