How far is New Orleans, LA from Alexandria, LA?
Distance by Flight
Shortest distance between New Orleans and Alexandria is 169.23 miles (272.34 km).
Flight distance from New Orleans, LA to Alexandria, LA is 169.23 miles. Estimated flight time is 00 hours 24 minutes.
It takes 00 hours 22 minutes to travel from New Orleans to Alexandria with an airplane (average speed of 550 miles).
Driving distance
The driving distance from New Orleans, Louisiana to Alexandria, Louisiana is: 202.84 miles (326.44 km) by car.
Driving from New Orleans to Alexandria will take approximately 03 hours 08 minutes.
#1 New Orleans
The most populous city in Louisiana and the center of the New Orleans metropolitan area. It is located on the Mississippi River in southeastern Louisiana. New Orleans is known for its French and Spanish colonial influence, its jazz music, and its many attractions, such as the French Quarter and the Mardi Gras celebration.
| Population | 389476 |
|---|---|
| GPS Coordinates | 29°57'17"N 90°4'30"W |
| Latitude | 29.9546500 |
| Longitude | -90.0750700 |
| Altitude | 0 |
| Country | United States |
#2 Alexandria
The capital of Louisiana. It is located on the Mississippi River in the northeastern part of the state. Alexandria is known for its many parks and green spaces, its many historical sites, and its many attractions, such as the Alexandria Museum of Art and the Alexandria Zoo.
| Population | 45573 |
|---|---|
| GPS Coordinates | 31°18'41"N 92°26'43"W |
| Latitude | 31.3112900 |
| Longitude | -92.4451400 |
| Altitude | 23 |
| Country | United States |
Ending point in Alexandria: Murray Street (-92.444972,31.311153)
Estimated Travel Time Between New Orleans and Alexandria
The distance between New Orleans and Alexandria is 326 km if you choose to drive by road. You can go 03 hours 37 minutes if you drive your car at an average speed of 90 kilometers / hour. For different choices, please review the avg. speed travel time table on the below.
There is no time difference between New Orleans and Alexandria. The current time is 04:27:03.
| Average Speed | Travel Time |
|---|---|
| 30 mph (48.3 km/h) | 06 hours 45 minutes |
| 40 mph (64.37 km/h) | 05 hours 04 minutes |
| 50 mph (80.47 km/h) | 04 hours 03 minutes |
| 60 mph (96.56 km/h) | 03 hours 22 minutes |
| 70 mph (112.65 km/h) | 02 hours 53 minutes |
| 75 mph (120.7 km/h) | 02 hours 42 minutes |
| 80 mph (128.75 km/h) | 02 hours 31 minutes |
Gas Consumption
A car with a fuel efficiency of 8.3 l/100 km will need 27.09 liters (7.16 gallon) of gas to cover the route between New Orleans and Alexandria.
The estimated cost of gas to go from New Orleans to Alexandria is $22 (diesel $29.09).
Louisiana gas prices.
| Gasoline | Mid Grade | Premium | Diesel | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Gallon | $3.07 | $3.48 | $3.84 | $4.06 |
| Total | $22 | $24.92 | $27.51 | $29.09 |
Take a look at our Gas Cost Calculator feature. It will figure out how much it will cost to drive this particular distance.
The average gas price (in Louisiana ) per gallon of daily gas for calculations is $3.073 (Diesel $4.064) /gallon. Last changed prices on May 18, 2025.
How did we calculate the distance?
The place names are translated into coordinates to approximate the distance between New Orleans and Alexandria (latitude and longitude). Cities, states, and countries each have their own regional center. The Haversine formula is used to measure the radius.
Distance to Other Cities
Driving distance from Laplace, LA to New Orleans 28.97 miles (47 km)
Driving distance from Maryland, LA to New Orleans 88.77 miles (143 km)
