How far is Oakdale, LA from Alexandria, LA?
The driving distance from Oakdale, LA to Alexandria, LA is about 40.3 miles (64.9 km), with a travel time of about 00h 44m by car.
- The straight-line flight distance is about 36.5 miles (58.8 km).
- For a round trip, plan for roughly 01h 29m 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
A useful midpoint for breaks, coffee, or meeting in the middle.
Village in Rapides Parish, Louisiana, United States
Route Weather Snapshot
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Driving Route Map
The map below follows the saved road route between Oakdale and Alexandria.
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Oakdale and Alexandria.
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Start on East 6th Avenue
1039 ft · 46 sec · East 6th Avenue
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Turn right
34.5 mi · 42 min
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Enter the roundabout and take exit 2 toward Masonic Circle
1799 ft · 34 sec · Masonic Drive
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Exit the rotary onto Masonic Drive
1.4 mi · 3 min · Masonic Drive
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Continue on Fenner Street
657 ft · 20 sec · Fenner Street
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Turn left onto Overton Street
1.1 km · 1 min · Overton Street
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Continue on Casson Street
1.2 km · 1 min · Casson Street
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At the end of the road, turn left onto 2nd Street
1883 ft · 1 min · 2nd Street
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Turn left onto Murray Street
112 m · 16 sec · Murray Street
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Arrive at your destination
0 m · 1 sec · Murray Street
Car Route Details
A richer read on the saved driving route between Oakdale and Alexandria.
Straightforward drive
The saved road route has a manageable number of maneuvers and should be easy to follow with normal attention to signs.
Longest stretch
Turn right
34.5 mi · 00h 42m
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 Sunny leaving Oakdale and Mostly Clear near Alexandria.
Trip Questions
Direct answers travelers usually want before committing to the drive.
How long does it take to drive from Oakdale to Alexandria?
The road trip is about 40.3 miles (64.9 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?
Forest Hill is a useful midpoint, sitting about 19.3 miles from Oakdale and 21.1 miles from Alexandria.
How much longer is the road route than the straight-line distance?
The direct path is about 36.5 miles (58.8 km), while the road route adds roughly 3.8 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 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 $5.38 one way or $10.76 round trip. Estimated CO2 is about 12.6 kg one way.
What should you check before leaving?
Before you leave, expect Mostly Sunny around Oakdale and Mostly Clear near Alexandria.
Stop Ideas Near Forest Hill
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 Forest Hill.
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Flight Path Map
This map shows the direct air route between Oakdale and Alexandria. Straight-line distance: 36.51 mi (58.76 km).
#1 Oakdale
Small city in Allen Parish, Louisiana, United States
| Population | 7,500 |
| Coordinates | 30.8160300, -92.6604200 |
| Altitude | 36 |
| Country | United States |
#2 Alexandria
The capital of Louisiana.
| Population | 45,573 |
| Coordinates | 31.3112900, -92.4451400 |
| Altitude | 23 |
| Country | United States |
End: Murray Street (-92.444972, 31.311153)
Estimated Travel Time
Distance: 65 km by road
| Speed | Time |
|---|---|
| 30 mph (48.3 km/h) | 01h 20m |
| 40 mph (64.37 km/h) | 01h 00m |
| 50 mph (80.47 km/h) | 00h 48m |
| 60 mph (96.56 km/h) | 00h 40m |
| 70 mph (112.65 km/h) | 00h 34m |
| 80 mph (129 km/h) | 00h 30m |
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 | $5.38 | $10.76 |
| Mid-grade | $4.26 | $6.05 | $12.10 |
| Premium | $4.63 | $6.57 | $13.14 |
| Diesel | $5.42 | $7.69 | $15.38 |
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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