How far is Ruston, LA from Monroe, LA?

Distance by Flight

Shortest distance between Ruston and Monroe is 30.23 miles (48.65 km).

Flight distance from Ruston, LA to Monroe, LA is 30.23 miles. Estimated flight time is 00 hours 03 minutes.

Driving distance

The driving distance from Ruston, Louisiana to Monroe, Louisiana is: 32.41 miles (52.16 km) by car.

Driving from Ruston to Monroe will take approximately 00 hours 33 minutes.

#1 Ruston

Small city and parish seat of Lincoln Parish, Louisiana, United States

Population	21891
GPS Coordinates	32°31'24"N 92°38'17"W
Latitude	32.5232100
Longitude	-92.6379300
Altitude	102
Country	United States

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

Starting point in Ruston: East California Avenue (-92.637902,32.52365)
Ending point in Monroe: North 4th Street (-92.119438,32.509236)

Estimated Travel Time Between Ruston and Monroe

The distance between Ruston and Monroe is 52 km if you choose to drive by road. You can go 00 hours 34 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 Ruston and Monroe. The current time is 01:30:12.

Average Speed	Travel Time
30 mph (48.3 km/h)	01 hours 04 minutes
40 mph (64.37 km/h)	00 hours 48 minutes
50 mph (80.47 km/h)	00 hours 38 minutes
60 mph (96.56 km/h)	00 hours 32 minutes
70 mph (112.65 km/h)	00 hours 27 minutes
75 mph (120.7 km/h)	00 hours 25 minutes
80 mph (128.75 km/h)	00 hours 24 minutes

Gas Consumption

A car with a fuel efficiency of 8.3 l/100 km will need 4.33 liters (1.14 gallon) of gas to cover the route between Ruston and Monroe.
The estimated cost of gas to go from Ruston to Monroe is $3.51 (diesel $4.65).

Louisiana gas prices.

	Gasoline	Mid Grade	Premium	Diesel
Gallon	$3.07	$3.48	$3.84	$4.06
Total	$3.51	$3.98	$4.4	$4.65

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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 26, 2024.

How did we calculate the distance?

The place names are translated into coordinates to approximate the distance between Ruston and Monroe (latitude and longitude). Cities, states, and countries each have their own regional center. The Haversine formula is used to measure the radius.