How far is Downsville, LA from West Sterlington, LA?
The driving distance from Downsville, LA to West Sterlington, LA is about 33.2 miles (53.5 km), with a travel time of about 00h 48m by car.
- The straight-line flight distance is about 19.1 miles (30.7 km).
- For a round trip, plan for roughly 01h 37m 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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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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City in Union Parish, Louisiana, United States of America
Route Weather Snapshot
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Driving Route Map
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Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Downsville and West Sterlington.
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Start on the route
47 m · 5 sec
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Turn left onto Highway 151
5.1 mi · 7 min · Highway 151
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Turn right onto Farmerville Highway
8.1 mi · 12 min · Farmerville Highway
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Turn right onto East Water Street
908 ft · 17 sec · East Water Street
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Continue on Sterlington Highway
19.8 mi · 30 min · Sterlington Highway
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Arrive at your destination
0 m · 1 sec · Highway 2
Car Route Details
A richer read on the saved driving route between Downsville and West Sterlington.
Straightforward drive
The saved road route has a manageable number of maneuvers and should be easy to follow with normal attention to signs.
Sterlington Highway
Continue on Sterlington Highway
19.8 mi · 00h 30m
Route Summary
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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 Downsville and Sunny near West Sterlington.
Trip Questions
Direct answers travelers usually want before committing to the drive.
How long does it take to drive from Downsville to West Sterlington?
The road trip is about 33.2 miles (53.5 km) and usually takes 00h 48m 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?
Farmerville is a useful midpoint, sitting about 16.6 miles from Downsville and 16.6 miles from West Sterlington.
How much longer is the road route than the straight-line distance?
The direct path is about 19.1 miles (30.7 km), while the road route adds roughly 14.1 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 4:52 PM CDT.
How much will gas cost for this route?
Using about 28.3 MPG, regular gas is estimated at $4.43 one way or $8.86 round trip. Estimated CO2 is about 10.4 kg one way.
What should you check before leaving?
Before you leave, expect Sunny around Downsville and Sunny near West Sterlington.
Flight Path Map
This map shows the direct air route between Downsville and West Sterlington. Straight-line distance: 19.07 mi (30.69 km).
#1 Downsville
Human settlement in Louisiana, United States of America
| Population | 129 |
| Coordinates | 32.6268100, -92.4143100 |
| Altitude | 78 |
| Country | United States |
#2 West Sterlington
West Sterlington is a place in Louisiana, United States.
| Population | 0 |
| Coordinates | 32.6990300, -92.0979100 |
| Altitude | 27 |
| Country | United States |
End: West Sterlington (-92.09791, 32.69903)
Estimated Travel Time
Distance: 53 km by road
| Speed | Time |
|---|---|
| 30 mph (48.3 km/h) | 01h 06m |
| 40 mph (64.37 km/h) | 00h 49m |
| 50 mph (80.47 km/h) | 00h 39m |
| 60 mph (96.56 km/h) | 00h 33m |
| 70 mph (112.65 km/h) | 00h 28m |
| 80 mph (129 km/h) | 00h 24m |
Fuel, Round Trip and CO2
Estimated fuel cost and emissions for this route.
| Fuel | $/gal | One way | Round trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| Regular gas | $3.79 | $4.43 | $8.86 |
| Mid-grade | $4.26 | $4.98 | $9.97 |
| Premium | $4.63 | $5.41 | $10.82 |
| Diesel | $5.42 | $6.34 | $12.67 |
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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