How far is Jena, LA from Alexandria, LA?
The driving distance from Jena, LA to Alexandria, LA is about 38.2 miles (61.4 km), with a travel time of about 00h 44m by car.
- The straight-line flight distance is about 31.6 miles (50.8 km).
- For a round trip, plan for roughly 01h 28m of driving time before adding stops, traffic, or weather delays.
- A comfortable departure window is usually 7:00 AM to 7:00 PM CDT.
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Halfway Point
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Suburb town of Alexandria, located in Grant Parish, Louisiana, United States
Route Weather Snapshot
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Mostly Sunny
Driving Route Map
The map below follows the saved road route between Jena and Alexandria.
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Jena and Alexandria.
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Start on Oak Street
32 m · 6 sec · Oak Street
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Turn right onto South 1st Street
928 ft · 17 sec · South 1st Street
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Turn right onto Airport Drive
21.9 mi · 33 min · Airport Drive
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Turn left onto Ridge Street
11.1 mi · 15 min · Ridge Street
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Turn left onto US 165 North: Monroe
1473 ft · 36 sec
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Merge slight left onto Pineville Expressway
3.9 mi · 5 min · Pineville Expressway
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Take the exit slight right toward LA 1, LA 28 Business: Downtown Alexandria
1347 ft · 35 sec
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Turn right onto 6th Street
1618 ft · 1 min · 6th Street
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Turn right onto Murray Street
703 ft · 32 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 Jena 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.
Airport Drive
Turn right onto Airport Drive
21.9 mi · 00h 33m
Route Summary
A quick read on whether this route feels easy, ambitious, or worth planning around.
A short regional drive
This route is short enough to handle as a quick errand, commute, or easy same-day return without much planning overhead.
Mostly Sunny leaving Jena and Mostly Sunny near Alexandria.
Trip Questions
Direct answers travelers usually want before committing to the drive.
How long does it take to drive from Jena to Alexandria?
The road trip is about 38.2 miles (61.4 km) and usually takes 00h 44m in normal driving conditions.
Is this a same-day trip or an overnight route?
This route is short enough to handle as a quick errand, commute, or easy same-day return without much planning overhead.
What is the halfway point on this route?
Pollock is a useful midpoint, sitting about 19.1 miles from Jena and 19.1 miles from Alexandria.
How much longer is the road route than the straight-line distance?
The direct path is about 31.6 miles (50.8 km), while the road route adds roughly 6.6 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 7:00 AM to 7:00 PM CDT. If you want a more comfortable same-day return, try to leave by 7:02 PM CDT.
How much will gas cost for this route?
Using about 28.3 MPG, regular gas is estimated at $5.07 one way or $10.15 round trip. Estimated CO2 is about 11.9 kg one way.
What should you check before leaving?
Before you leave, expect Mostly Sunny around Jena and Mostly Sunny near Alexandria.
Flight Path Map
This map shows the direct air route between Jena and Alexandria. Straight-line distance: 31.57 mi (50.81 km).
#1 Jena
Parish seat of La Salle Parish, Louisiana, United States
| Population | 3,430 |
| Coordinates | 31.6832300, -92.1337400 |
| Altitude | 51 |
| 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: 61 km by road
| Speed | Time |
|---|---|
| 30 mph (48.3 km/h) | 01h 16m |
| 40 mph (64.37 km/h) | 00h 57m |
| 50 mph (80.47 km/h) | 00h 45m |
| 60 mph (96.56 km/h) | 00h 38m |
| 70 mph (112.65 km/h) | 00h 32m |
| 80 mph (129 km/h) | 00h 28m |
Fuel, Round Trip and CO2
Estimated fuel cost and emissions for this route.
| Fuel | $/gal | One way | Round trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| Regular gas | $3.79 | $5.07 | $10.15 |
| Mid-grade | $4.26 | $5.71 | $11.41 |
| Premium | $4.63 | $6.20 | $12.40 |
| Diesel | $5.42 | $7.26 | $14.51 |
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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