How far is Ponchatoula, LA from Monroe, LA?
Distance by Flight
Shortest distance between Ponchatoula and Monroe is 173.89 miles (279.85 km).
Flight distance from Ponchatoula, LA to Monroe, LA is 173.89 miles. Estimated flight time is 00 hours 27 minutes.
It takes 00 hours 24 minutes to travel from Ponchatoula to Monroe with an airplane (average speed of 550 miles).
Driving distance
The driving distance from Ponchatoula, Louisiana to Monroe, Louisiana is: 224.28 miles (360.95 km) by car.
Driving from Ponchatoula to Monroe will take approximately 03 hours 46 minutes.
#1 Ponchatoula
City in Tangipahoa Parish, Louisiana, United States
| Population | 7545 |
|---|---|
| GPS Coordinates | 30°26'20"N 90°26'29"W |
| Latitude | 30.4388000 |
| Longitude | -90.4414800 |
| Altitude | 8 |
| Country | United States |
#2 Monroe
The most populous city in Ouachita Parish, Louisiana. It is located on the Ouachita River in the southwestern part of the state. Monroe is known for its many parks and green spaces, its many historical sites, and its many attractions, such as the Monroe Historical Society and the Monroe City Hall.
| Population | 46998 |
|---|---|
| GPS Coordinates | 32°30'34"N 92°7'9"W |
| Latitude | 32.5093100 |
| Longitude | -92.1193000 |
| Altitude | 23 |
| Country | United States |
Ending point in Monroe: North 4th Street (-92.119438,32.509236)
Estimated Travel Time Between Ponchatoula and Monroe
The distance between Ponchatoula and Monroe is 361 km if you choose to drive by road. You can go 04 hours 00 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 Ponchatoula and Monroe. The current time is 20:05:17.
| Average Speed | Travel Time |
|---|---|
| 30 mph (48.3 km/h) | 07 hours 28 minutes |
| 40 mph (64.37 km/h) | 05 hours 36 minutes |
| 50 mph (80.47 km/h) | 04 hours 29 minutes |
| 60 mph (96.56 km/h) | 03 hours 44 minutes |
| 70 mph (112.65 km/h) | 03 hours 12 minutes |
| 75 mph (120.7 km/h) | 02 hours 59 minutes |
| 80 mph (128.75 km/h) | 02 hours 47 minutes |
Gas Consumption
A car with a fuel efficiency of 8.3 l/100 km will need 29.96 liters (7.91 gallon) of gas to cover the route between Ponchatoula and Monroe.
The estimated cost of gas to go from Ponchatoula to Monroe is $24.32 (diesel $32.16).
Louisiana gas prices.
| Gasoline | Mid Grade | Premium | Diesel | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Gallon | $3.07 | $3.48 | $3.84 | $4.06 |
| Total | $24.32 | $27.56 | $30.41 | $32.16 |
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 April 19, 2024.
How did we calculate the distance?
The place names are translated into coordinates to approximate the distance between Ponchatoula and Monroe (latitude and longitude). Cities, states, and countries each have their own regional center. The Haversine formula is used to measure the radius.
