How far is New Llano, LA from Cole Central, LA?
The driving distance from New Llano, LA to Cole Central, LA is about 29.6 miles (47.7 km), with a travel time of about 00h 45m by car.
- The straight-line flight distance is about 19.4 miles (31.3 km).
- For a round trip, plan for roughly 01h 30m 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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City in Louisiana, United States of America
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Sunny
Driving Route Map
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Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between New Llano and Cole Central.
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Start on Main Street
6 mi · 8 min · Main Street
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Turn left onto Pitkin Highway
4.7 mi · 7 min · Pitkin Highway
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Continue on Pitkin Highway
12 mi · 18 min · Pitkin Highway
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Turn right onto State Route 399
6.9 mi · 12 min · State Route 399
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Turn sharp right onto Drakes Fork Road
43 m · 6 sec · Drakes Fork Road
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Arrive at your destination
0 m · 1 sec · Drakes Fork Road
Car Route Details
A richer read on the saved driving route between New Llano and Cole Central.
Straightforward drive
The saved road route has a manageable number of maneuvers and should be easy to follow with normal attention to signs.
Pitkin Highway
Continue on Pitkin Highway
12 mi · 00h 18m
Route Summary
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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.
Sunny leaving New Llano and Sunny near Cole Central.
Trip Questions
Direct answers travelers usually want before committing to the drive.
How long does it take to drive from New Llano to Cole Central?
The road trip is about 29.6 miles (47.7 km) and usually takes 00h 45m 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?
Rosepine is a useful midpoint, sitting about 14.9 miles from New Llano and 14.8 miles from Cole Central.
How much longer is the road route than the straight-line distance?
The direct path is about 19.4 miles (31.3 km), while the road route adds roughly 10.2 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 7:00 PM CDT.
How much will gas cost for this route?
Using about 28.3 MPG, regular gas is estimated at $3.98 one way or $7.95 round trip. Estimated CO2 is about 9.3 kg one way.
What should you check before leaving?
Before you leave, expect Sunny around New Llano and Sunny near Cole Central.
Stop Ideas Near Rosepine
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 Rosepine.
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Flight Path Map
This map shows the direct air route between New Llano and Cole Central. Straight-line distance: 19.47 mi (31.33 km).
#1 New Llano
City in Louisiana, United States of America
| Population | 2,186 |
| Coordinates | 31.1149100, -93.2715500 |
| Altitude | 68 |
| Country | United States |
#2 Cole Central
Cole Central is a place in Louisiana, United States.
| Population | 0 |
| Coordinates | 30.8821400, -93.0862700 |
| Altitude | 56 |
| Country | United States |
End: Cole Central (-93.08627, 30.88214)
Estimated Travel Time
Distance: 48 km by road
| Speed | Time |
|---|---|
| 30 mph (48.3 km/h) | 00h 59m |
| 40 mph (64.37 km/h) | 00h 44m |
| 50 mph (80.47 km/h) | 00h 35m |
| 60 mph (96.56 km/h) | 00h 29m |
| 70 mph (112.65 km/h) | 00h 25m |
| 80 mph (129 km/h) | 00h 22m |
Fuel, Round Trip and CO2
Estimated fuel cost and emissions for this route.
| Fuel | $/gal | One way | Round trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| Regular gas | $3.79 | $3.98 | $7.95 |
| Mid-grade | $4.26 | $4.47 | $8.94 |
| Premium | $4.63 | $4.86 | $9.71 |
| Diesel | $5.42 | $5.69 | $11.37 |
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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