How far is Monroe, LA from Vidalia, LA?
The driving distance from Monroe, LA to Vidalia, LA is about 124 miles (199.6 km), with a travel time of about 02h 38m by car.
- The straight-line flight distance is about 97.6 miles (157.1 km).
- For a round trip, plan for roughly 05h 17m 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 02h 38m.
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
A useful midpoint for breaks, coffee, or meeting in the middle.
Human settlement in Louisiana, United States of America
Route Weather Snapshot
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Patchy Fog then Sunny
Driving Route Map
The map below follows the saved road route between Monroe and Vidalia.
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Monroe and Vidalia.
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Start on Ford Road
2805 ft · 2 min · Ford Road
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Turn right onto Linville Firetower Road
2136 ft · 2 min · Linville Firetower Road
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Turn left onto Love Road
1.4 mi · 6 min · Love Road
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At the end of the road, turn right onto Highway 143
10.8 mi · 19 min · Highway 143
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At the end of the road, turn left
5.2 mi · 8 min
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Take the ramp slight right
128 m · 12 sec
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Merge slight left
12.9 mi · 15 min
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Take the exit slight right
1426 ft · 35 sec
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Merge slight left
19 mi · 20 min
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Take the exit slight right toward US 425: Rayville, Archibald
1531 ft · 42 sec
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Turn right
72.8 mi · 1 hr 24 min
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Turn left onto Magnolia Street
47 m · 6 sec · Magnolia Street
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Turn right onto Carter Street
744 ft · 36 sec · Carter Street
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Turn right onto Louisiana Avenue
101 m · 16 sec · Louisiana Avenue
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Turn right
4 m · 1 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 Monroe and Vidalia.
Interchange-aware route
The drive includes several ramps, exits, or merges, so checking the next few maneuvers before busy interchanges is useful.
Longest stretch
Turn right
72.8 mi · 01h 24m
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.
Mostly Sunny leaving Monroe and Patchy Fog then Sunny near Vidalia.
Trip Questions
Direct answers travelers usually want before committing to the drive.
How long does it take to drive from Monroe to Vidalia?
The road trip is about 124 miles (199.6 km) and usually takes 02h 38m 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?
Mangham is a useful midpoint, sitting about 62 miles from Monroe and 62 miles from Vidalia.
How much longer is the road route than the straight-line distance?
The direct path is about 97.6 miles (157.1 km), while the road route adds roughly 26.4 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 CST. If you want a more comfortable same-day return, try to leave by 1:12 PM CST.
How much will gas cost for this route?
Using about 28.3 MPG, regular gas is estimated at $15.71 one way or $31.41 round trip. Estimated CO2 is about 38.8 kg one way.
What should you check before leaving?
Before you leave, expect Mostly Sunny around Monroe and Patchy Fog then Sunny near Vidalia.
Stop Ideas Near Mangham
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 Mangham.
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Flight Path Map
This map shows the direct air route between Monroe and Vidalia. Straight-line distance: 97.64 mi (157.14 km).
#1 Monroe
Monroe is a place in Louisiana, United States.
| Population | 0 |
| Coordinates | 32.8151300, -92.2056900 |
| Altitude | 39 |
| Country | United States |
#2 Vidalia
Largest city and the parish seat of Concordia Parish, Louisiana, United States
| Population | 3,667 |
| Coordinates | 31.5654400, -91.4259500 |
| Altitude | 21 |
| Country | United States |
End: Vidalia (-91.42595, 31.56544)
Estimated Travel Time
Distance: 200 km by road
| Speed | Time |
|---|---|
| 30 mph (48.3 km/h) | 04h 07m |
| 40 mph (64.37 km/h) | 03h 06m |
| 50 mph (80.47 km/h) | 02h 28m |
| 60 mph (96.56 km/h) | 02h 04m |
| 70 mph (112.65 km/h) | 01h 46m |
| 80 mph (129 km/h) | 01h 32m |
Fuel, Round Trip and CO2
Estimated fuel cost and emissions for this route.
| Fuel | $/gal | One way | Round trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| Regular gas | $3.59 | $15.71 | $31.41 |
| Mid-grade | $4.08 | $17.81 | $35.62 |
| Premium | $4.48 | $19.58 | $39.16 |
| Diesel | $5.67 | $24.77 | $49.54 |
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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