How far is Montgomery, LA from Prospect, LA?
The driving distance from Montgomery, LA to Prospect, LA is about 30.8 miles (49.5 km), with a travel time of about 00h 44m by car.
- The straight-line flight distance is about 28.1 miles (45.2 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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This is a short drive, so your comfort window is wide. Traffic and current weather matter more than the clock.
This departure sits inside the recommended comfort window for the route.
Halfway Point
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Parish seat in Louisiana, United States.
Route Weather Snapshot
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Driving Route Map
The map below follows the saved road route between Montgomery and Prospect.
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Montgomery and Prospect.
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Start on Bienville Street
65 m · 14 sec · Bienville Street
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Turn left onto Caddo Street
80 m · 9 sec · Caddo Street
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Turn right onto Euclid Street
2594 ft · 49 sec · Euclid Street
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Continue on US 71
25.4 mi · 35 min · US 71
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Turn left onto State Route 1241
2.9 mi · 5 min · State Route 1241
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Continue on Highway 1241
1.9 mi · 3 min · Highway 1241
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Turn right
20 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 Montgomery and Prospect.
Straightforward drive
The saved road route has a manageable number of maneuvers and should be easy to follow with normal attention to signs.
US 71
Continue on US 71
25.4 mi · 00h 35m
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 Cloudy leaving Montgomery and Partly Sunny near Prospect.
Trip Questions
Direct answers travelers usually want before committing to the drive.
How long does it take to drive from Montgomery to Prospect?
The road trip is about 30.8 miles (49.5 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?
Colfax is a useful midpoint, sitting about 15.3 miles from Montgomery and 15.4 miles from Prospect.
How much longer is the road route than the straight-line distance?
The direct path is about 28.1 miles (45.2 km), while the road route adds roughly 2.7 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 $4.13 one way or $8.26 round trip. Estimated CO2 is about 9.7 kg one way.
What should you check before leaving?
Before you leave, expect Mostly Cloudy around Montgomery and Partly Sunny near Prospect.
Flight Path Map
This map shows the direct air route between Montgomery and Prospect. Straight-line distance: 28.07 mi (45.17 km).
#1 Montgomery
Town in Louisiana, United States
| Population | 716 |
| Coordinates | 31.6673900, -92.8907100 |
| Altitude | 47 |
| Country | United States |
#2 Prospect
Prospect is a place in Louisiana, United States.
| Population | 0 |
| Coordinates | 31.4504600, -92.4876400 |
| Altitude | 56 |
| Country | United States |
End: Prospect (-92.48764, 31.45046)
Estimated Travel Time
Distance: 50 km by road
| Speed | Time |
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| 30 mph (48.3 km/h) | 01h 01m |
| 40 mph (64.37 km/h) | 00h 46m |
| 50 mph (80.47 km/h) | 00h 36m |
| 60 mph (96.56 km/h) | 00h 30m |
| 70 mph (112.65 km/h) | 00h 26m |
| 80 mph (129 km/h) | 00h 23m |
Fuel, Round Trip and CO2
Estimated fuel cost and emissions for this route.
| Fuel | $/gal | One way | Round trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| Regular gas | $3.79 | $4.13 | $8.26 |
| Mid-grade | $4.26 | $4.64 | $9.28 |
| Premium | $4.63 | $5.04 | $10.08 |
| Diesel | $5.42 | $5.90 | $11.80 |
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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