How far is Monroe, LA from Cullen, LA?
The driving distance from Monroe, LA to Cullen, LA is about 99.9 miles (160.7 km), with a travel time of about 02h 01m by car.
- The straight-line flight distance is about 83.6 miles (134.6 km).
- For a round trip, plan for roughly 04h 02m 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 02h 01m.
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.
Town in and the parish seat of Bienville Parish in north Louisiana, United States
Route Weather Snapshot
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Driving Route Map
The map below follows the saved road route between Monroe and Cullen.
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Monroe and Cullen.
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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
70.4 mi · 1 hr 16 min
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Take the exit slight right toward US 371: Cotton Valley, Springhill
27.3 mi · 41 min
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Turn right onto Henrietta White Boulevard
2214 ft · 1 min · Henrietta White Boulevard
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Arrive at your destination
0 m · 1 sec · Henrietta White Boulevard
Car Route Details
A richer read on the saved driving route between Monroe and Cullen.
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
70.4 mi · 01h 16m
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.
Sunny leaving Monroe and Sunny near Cullen.
Trip Questions
Direct answers travelers usually want before committing to the drive.
How long does it take to drive from Monroe to Cullen?
The road trip is about 99.9 miles (160.7 km) and usually takes 02h 01m 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?
Arcadia is a useful midpoint, sitting about 49.9 miles from Monroe and 50 miles from Cullen.
How much longer is the road route than the straight-line distance?
The direct path is about 83.6 miles (134.6 km), while the road route adds roughly 16.3 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 2:28 PM CDT.
How much will gas cost for this route?
Using about 28.3 MPG, regular gas is estimated at $13.33 one way or $26.66 round trip. Estimated CO2 is about 31.3 kg one way.
What should you check before leaving?
Before you leave, expect Sunny around Monroe and Sunny near Cullen.
Stop Ideas Near Arcadia
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 Arcadia.
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Flight Path Map
This map shows the direct air route between Monroe and Cullen. Straight-line distance: 83.64 mi (134.61 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 Cullen
Town in Louisiana, United States
| Population | 1,056 |
| Coordinates | 32.9690300, -93.4507300 |
| Altitude | 75 |
| Country | United States |
End: Cullen (-93.45073, 32.96903)
Estimated Travel Time
Distance: 161 km by road
| Speed | Time |
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| 30 mph (48.3 km/h) | 03h 19m |
| 40 mph (64.37 km/h) | 02h 29m |
| 50 mph (80.47 km/h) | 01h 59m |
| 60 mph (96.56 km/h) | 01h 39m |
| 70 mph (112.65 km/h) | 01h 25m |
| 80 mph (129 km/h) | 01h 14m |
Fuel, Round Trip and CO2
Estimated fuel cost and emissions for this route.
| Fuel | $/gal | One way | Round trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| Regular gas | $3.79 | $13.33 | $26.66 |
| Mid-grade | $4.26 | $14.99 | $29.98 |
| Premium | $4.63 | $16.28 | $32.56 |
| Diesel | $5.42 | $19.06 | $38.12 |
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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