How far is Monroe, LA from Arcadia, LA?
The driving distance from Monroe, LA to Arcadia, LA is about 48.5 miles (78 km), with a travel time of about 00h 56m by car.
- The straight-line flight distance is about 46.7 miles (75.2 km).
- For a round trip, plan for roughly 01h 52m 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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Drive time stays fixed at 00h 56m.
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Halfway Point
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Route Weather Snapshot
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Partly Sunny
Driving Route Map
The map below follows the saved road route between Monroe and Arcadia.
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Monroe and Arcadia.
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Start on the route
12 m · 8 sec
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Turn left
14 m · 9 sec
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Turn left onto Louisville Avenue
2804 ft · 58 sec · Louisville Avenue
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Continue on Bridge Street
1461 ft · 29 sec · Bridge Street
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Continue on Stella Street
2141 ft · 38 sec · Stella Street
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Take the ramp slight right
2661 ft · 1 min
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Merge slight left
45.1 mi · 49 min
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Take the exit slight right toward LA 151: Arcadia, Dubach
1131 ft · 28 sec
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Keep slight left to continue on LA 151 South: Arcadia
49 m · 10 sec
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Turn left
1.3 mi · 3 min
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Turn left onto 1st Street
58 m · 12 sec · 1st Street
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Turn sharp left
45 m · 5 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 Arcadia.
Straightforward drive
The saved road route has a manageable number of maneuvers and should be easy to follow with normal attention to signs.
Stella Street
Merge slight left
45.1 mi · 00h 49m
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.
Partly Cloudy leaving Monroe and Partly Sunny near Arcadia.
Trip Questions
Direct answers travelers usually want before committing to the drive.
How long does it take to drive from Monroe to Arcadia?
The road trip is about 48.5 miles (78 km) and usually takes 00h 56m 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?
Choudrant is a useful midpoint, sitting about 24.2 miles from Monroe and 24.3 miles from Arcadia.
How much longer is the road route than the straight-line distance?
The direct path is about 46.7 miles (75.2 km), while the road route adds roughly 1.8 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 4:38 PM CDT.
How much will gas cost for this route?
Using about 28.3 MPG, regular gas is estimated at $6.48 one way or $12.95 round trip. Estimated CO2 is about 15.2 kg one way.
What should you check before leaving?
Before you leave, expect Partly Cloudy around Monroe and Partly Sunny near Arcadia.
Stop Ideas Near Choudrant
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 Choudrant.
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Flight Path Map
This map shows the direct air route between Monroe and Arcadia. Straight-line distance: 46.73 mi (75.21 km).
#1 Monroe
The most populous city in Ouachita Parish, Louisiana.
| Population | 46,998 |
| Coordinates | 32.5093100, -92.1193000 |
| Altitude | 23 |
| Country | United States |
#2 Arcadia
Town in and the parish seat of Bienville Parish in north Louisiana, United States
| Population | 2,648 |
| Coordinates | 32.5490400, -92.9201600 |
| Altitude | 117 |
| Country | United States |
End: Arcadia (-92.92016, 32.54904)
Estimated Travel Time
Distance: 78 km by road
| Speed | Time |
|---|---|
| 30 mph (48.3 km/h) | 01h 36m |
| 40 mph (64.37 km/h) | 01h 12m |
| 50 mph (80.47 km/h) | 00h 58m |
| 60 mph (96.56 km/h) | 00h 48m |
| 70 mph (112.65 km/h) | 00h 41m |
| 80 mph (129 km/h) | 00h 36m |
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 | $6.48 | $12.95 |
| Mid-grade | $4.26 | $7.28 | $14.57 |
| Premium | $4.63 | $7.91 | $15.82 |
| Diesel | $5.42 | $9.26 | $18.52 |
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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