How far is Prospect, LA from Montgomery, LA?
The driving distance from Prospect, LA to Montgomery, LA is about 34.3 miles (55.2 km), with a travel time of about 00h 37m by car.
- The straight-line flight distance is about 28.1 miles (45.2 km).
- For a round trip, plan for roughly 01h 15m 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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Parish seat in Louisiana, United States.
Route Weather Snapshot
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Driving Route Map
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Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Prospect and Montgomery.
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Start on the route
1108 ft · 22 sec
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Continue straight
1274 ft · 33 sec
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Continue on Highway 1241
1.9 mi · 3 min · Highway 1241
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Continue on State Route 1241
2.9 mi · 5 min · State Route 1241
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Turn right
25.9 mi · 36 min
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Turn left onto Caddo Street
80 m · 9 sec · Caddo Street
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Turn right onto Bienville Street
65 m · 9 sec · Bienville Street
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Arrive at your destination
0 m · 1 sec · Bienville Street
Car Route Details
A richer read on the saved driving route between Prospect and Montgomery.
Straightforward drive
The saved road route has a manageable number of maneuvers and should be easy to follow with normal attention to signs.
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25.9 mi · 00h 36m
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.
Partly Sunny leaving Prospect and Mostly Cloudy near Montgomery.
Trip Questions
Direct answers travelers usually want before committing to the drive.
How long does it take to drive from Prospect to Montgomery?
The road trip is about 34.3 miles (55.2 km) and usually takes 00h 37m 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 15.6 miles from Prospect and 18.6 miles from Montgomery.
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 6.2 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 7:14 PM CDT.
How much will gas cost for this route?
Using about 28.3 MPG, regular gas is estimated at $4.58 one way or $9.16 round trip. Estimated CO2 is about 10.8 kg one way.
What should you check before leaving?
Before you leave, expect Partly Sunny around Prospect and Mostly Cloudy near Montgomery.
Flight Path Map
This map shows the direct air route between Prospect and Montgomery. Straight-line distance: 28.07 mi (45.17 km).
#1 Prospect
Prospect is a place in Louisiana, United States.
| Population | 0 |
| Coordinates | 31.4504600, -92.4876400 |
| Altitude | 56 |
| Country | United States |
#2 Montgomery
Town in Louisiana, United States
| Population | 716 |
| Coordinates | 31.6673900, -92.8907100 |
| Altitude | 47 |
| Country | United States |
End: Bienville Street (-92.890648, 31.667461)
Estimated Travel Time
Distance: 55 km by road
| Speed | Time |
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| 30 mph (48.3 km/h) | 01h 08m |
| 40 mph (64.37 km/h) | 00h 51m |
| 50 mph (80.47 km/h) | 00h 41m |
| 60 mph (96.56 km/h) | 00h 34m |
| 70 mph (112.65 km/h) | 00h 29m |
| 80 mph (129 km/h) | 00h 25m |
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 | $4.58 | $9.16 |
| Mid-grade | $4.26 | $5.15 | $10.31 |
| Premium | $4.63 | $5.60 | $11.19 |
| Diesel | $5.42 | $6.55 | $13.10 |
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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