How far is Ringgold, LA from Monroe, LA?
The driving distance from Ringgold, LA to Monroe, LA is about 84.3 miles (135.7 km), with a travel time of about 01h 26m by car.
- The straight-line flight distance is about 68.8 miles (110.8 km).
- For a round trip, plan for roughly 02h 53m of driving time before adding stops, traffic, or weather delays.
- A comfortable departure window is usually 8:00 AM to 10:00 AM CDT.
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This route works well as a day trip with time at the destination.
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Drive time stays fixed at 01h 26m.
A morning start gives you useful time at the destination and keeps the return out of the late evening.
You are leaving earlier than the recommended window, which gives you extra margin for breaks and traffic.
Halfway Point
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City in Louisiana, United States of America
Route Weather Snapshot
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Driving Route Map
The map below follows the saved road route between Ringgold and Monroe.
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Ringgold and Monroe.
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Start on Mill Street
31 m · 6 sec · Mill Street
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Turn right onto Military Road
4.3 mi · 6 min · Military Road
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Turn right
9.6 mi · 13 min
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At the end of the road, turn left
9 mi · 13 min
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Turn left
4 mi · 7 min
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Take the ramp slight right toward I 20 East: Monroe
1634 ft · 46 sec
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Merge slight left onto Powell, Barnes, and Deal Memorial Highway
53.7 mi · 58 min · Powell, Barnes, and Deal Memorial Highway
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Take the exit slight right toward LA 34
687 ft · 17 sec
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Keep slight left to continue on LA 34 North
2072 ft · 50 sec
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Turn straight onto Stella Street
1540 ft · 26 sec · Stella Street
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Continue on Mill Street
1691 ft · 31 sec · Mill Street
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Continue on Bridge Street
1595 ft · 31 sec · Bridge Street
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Continue on Louisville Avenue
2804 ft · 1 min · Louisville Avenue
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Turn right
14 m · 5 sec
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Turn right
12 m · 3 sec
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Arrive at your destination
0 m · 1 sec
Car Route Details
A richer read on the saved driving route between Ringgold and Monroe.
Highway-focused drive
Most of the mileage stays on named highways, so the important moments are ramps, exits, merges, and the final local approach.
Powell, Barnes, and Deal Memorial Highway
Merge slight left onto Powell, Barnes, and Deal Memorial Highway
53.7 mi · 00h 58m
Route Summary
A quick read on whether this route feels easy, ambitious, or worth planning around.
A comfortable day-trip route
This route works well as a day trip. You can leave in the morning, spend meaningful time at the destination, and still return the same day.
Partly Cloudy leaving Ringgold and Mostly Sunny near Monroe.
Trip Questions
Direct answers travelers usually want before committing to the drive.
How long does it take to drive from Ringgold to Monroe?
The road trip is about 84.3 miles (135.7 km) and usually takes 01h 26m in normal driving conditions.
Is this a same-day trip or an overnight route?
This route works well as a day trip. You can leave in the morning, spend meaningful time at the destination, and still return the same day.
What is the halfway point on this route?
Simsboro is a useful midpoint, sitting about 41.4 miles from Ringgold and 42.9 miles from Monroe.
How much longer is the road route than the straight-line distance?
The direct path is about 68.8 miles (110.8 km), while the road route adds roughly 15.5 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 8:00 AM to 10:00 AM CDT. If you want a more comfortable same-day return, try to leave by 3:36 PM CDT.
How much will gas cost for this route?
Using about 28.3 MPG, regular gas is estimated at $11.29 one way or $22.57 round trip. Estimated CO2 is about 26.5 kg one way.
What should you check before leaving?
Before you leave, expect Partly Cloudy around Ringgold and Mostly Sunny near Monroe.
Stop Ideas Near Simsboro
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 Simsboro.
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Flight Path Map
This map shows the direct air route between Ringgold and Monroe. Straight-line distance: 68.84 mi (110.78 km).
#1 Ringgold
Town in Bienville Parish, Louisiana, United States
| Population | 1,336 |
| Coordinates | 32.3284900, -93.2798900 |
| Altitude | 85 |
| Country | United States |
#2 Monroe
The most populous city in Ouachita Parish, Louisiana.
| Population | 46,998 |
| Coordinates | 32.5093100, -92.1193000 |
| Altitude | 23 |
| Country | United States |
End: North 4th Street (-92.119438, 32.509236)
Estimated Travel Time
Distance: 136 km by road
| Speed | Time |
|---|---|
| 30 mph (48.3 km/h) | 02h 48m |
| 40 mph (64.37 km/h) | 02h 06m |
| 50 mph (80.47 km/h) | 01h 41m |
| 60 mph (96.56 km/h) | 01h 24m |
| 70 mph (112.65 km/h) | 01h 12m |
| 80 mph (129 km/h) | 01h 03m |
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 | $11.29 | $22.57 |
| Mid-grade | $4.26 | $12.69 | $25.38 |
| Premium | $4.63 | $13.78 | $27.57 |
| Diesel | $5.42 | $16.14 | $32.27 |
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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