How far is Prospect, LA from Pollock, LA?
The driving distance from Prospect, LA to Pollock, LA is about 10.4 miles (16.8 km), with a travel time of about 00h 12m by car.
- The straight-line flight distance is about 7 miles (11.3 km).
- For a round trip, plan for roughly 00h 24m 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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Route Weather Snapshot
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Driving Route Map
The map below follows the saved road route between Prospect and Pollock.
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Prospect and Pollock.
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Start on the route
1108 ft · 22 sec
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Continue straight
4.7 mi · 6 min
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Turn right onto Highway 8
4.2 mi · 6 min · Highway 8
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Continue on Thornberg Highway
556 ft · 9 sec · Thornberg Highway
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Continue on Howard Street
924 ft · 16 sec · Howard Street
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Continue on Thornbery Street
1795 ft · 30 sec · Thornbery Street
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Continue on Howard Street
2694 ft · 51 sec · Howard Street
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At the end of the road, turn left onto Ridge Street
137 m · 11 sec · Ridge Street
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Turn right onto Patterson Street
49 m · 3 sec · Patterson Street
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Arrive at your destination
0 m · 1 sec · Patterson Street
Car Route Details
A richer read on the saved driving route between Prospect and Pollock.
Turn-heavy local drive
The route has frequent decision points for its length, so lane choice and turn timing will matter more than cruising speed.
Longest stretch
Continue straight
4.74 mi · 00h 06m
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 Partly Sunny near Pollock.
Trip Questions
Direct answers travelers usually want before committing to the drive.
How long does it take to drive from Prospect to Pollock?
The road trip is about 10.4 miles (16.8 km) and usually takes 00h 12m 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?
Dry Prong is a useful midpoint, sitting about 5.2 miles from Prospect and 5.2 miles from Pollock.
How much longer is the road route than the straight-line distance?
The direct path is about 7 miles (11.3 km), while the road route adds roughly 3.4 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 8:06 PM CDT.
How much will gas cost for this route?
Using about 28.3 MPG, regular gas is estimated at $1.40 one way or $2.80 round trip. Estimated CO2 is about 3.3 kg one way.
What should you check before leaving?
Before you leave, expect Partly Sunny around Prospect and Partly Sunny near Pollock.
Flight Path Map
This map shows the direct air route between Prospect and Pollock. Straight-line distance: 7.04 mi (11.33 km).
#1 Prospect
Prospect is a place in Louisiana, United States.
| Population | 0 |
| Coordinates | 31.4504600, -92.4876400 |
| Altitude | 56 |
| Country | United States |
#2 Pollock
Suburb town of Alexandria, located in Grant Parish, Louisiana, United States
| Population | 483 |
| Coordinates | 31.5257300, -92.4070800 |
| Altitude | 36 |
| Country | United States |
End: Patterson Street (-92.40712, 31.52565)
Estimated Travel Time
Distance: 17 km by road
| Speed | Time |
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| 30 mph (48.3 km/h) | 00h 20m |
| 40 mph (64.37 km/h) | 00h 15m |
| 50 mph (80.47 km/h) | 00h 12m |
| 60 mph (96.56 km/h) | 00h 10m |
| 70 mph (112.65 km/h) | 00h 08m |
| 80 mph (129 km/h) | 00h 07m |
Fuel, Round Trip and CO2
Estimated fuel cost and emissions for this route.
| Fuel | $/gal | One way | Round trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| Regular gas | $3.79 | $1.40 | $2.80 |
| Mid-grade | $4.26 | $1.58 | $3.15 |
| Premium | $4.63 | $1.71 | $3.42 |
| Diesel | $5.42 | $2.00 | $4.01 |
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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