How far is Ruston, LA from Tallulah, LA?
The driving distance from Ruston, LA to Tallulah, LA is about 88.5 miles (142.4 km), with a travel time of about 01h 39m by car.
- The straight-line flight distance is about 84.9 miles (136.7 km).
- For a round trip, plan for roughly 03h 19m 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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Leave and Arrive Planner
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Drive time stays fixed at 01h 39m.
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
A useful midpoint for breaks, coffee, or meeting in the middle.
Unincorporated suburban community and census-designated place in Ouachita Parish, Louisiana, United States
Route Weather Snapshot
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Driving Route Map
The map below follows the saved road route between Ruston and Tallulah.
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Ruston and Tallulah.
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Start on East California Avenue
51 m · 8 sec · East California Avenue
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Turn right onto South Vienna Street
1.1 mi · 3 min · South Vienna Street
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Turn right onto South Service Road West
529 ft · 12 sec · South Service Road West
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Take the ramp slight left
834 ft · 20 sec
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Merge slight left
85.1 mi · 1 hr 33 min
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Take the exit slight right
1854 ft · 45 sec
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Turn left
1.7 mi · 3 min
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Turn left onto East Green Street
9 m · 1 sec · East Green Street
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Arrive at your destination
0 m · 1 sec · East Green Street
Car Route Details
A richer read on the saved driving route between Ruston and Tallulah.
Straightforward drive
The saved road route has a manageable number of maneuvers and should be easy to follow with normal attention to signs.
South Service Road West
Merge slight left
85.1 mi · 01h 33m
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.
Sunny leaving Ruston and Sunny near Tallulah.
Trip Questions
Direct answers travelers usually want before committing to the drive.
How long does it take to drive from Ruston to Tallulah?
The road trip is about 88.5 miles (142.4 km) and usually takes 01h 39m 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?
Swartz is a useful midpoint, sitting about 44.2 miles from Ruston and 44.3 miles from Tallulah.
How much longer is the road route than the straight-line distance?
The direct path is about 84.9 miles (136.7 km), while the road route adds roughly 3.6 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 3:10 PM CDT.
How much will gas cost for this route?
Using about 28.3 MPG, regular gas is estimated at $12.21 one way or $24.41 round trip. Estimated CO2 is about 27.7 kg one way.
What should you check before leaving?
Before you leave, expect Sunny around Ruston and Sunny near Tallulah.
Stop Ideas Near Swartz
Useful break, food, and waypoint ideas within about 15 miles of the route midpoint.
Transit and Meeting Points
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Flight Path Map
This map shows the direct air route between Ruston and Tallulah. Straight-line distance: 84.97 mi (136.74 km).
#1 Ruston
Small city and parish seat of Lincoln Parish, Louisiana, United States
| Population | 21,891 |
| Coordinates | 32.5232100, -92.6379300 |
| Altitude | 102 |
| Country | United States |
#2 Tallulah
City in Louisiana, United States
| Population | 6,460 |
| Coordinates | 32.4084800, -91.1867800 |
| Altitude | 26 |
| Country | United States |
End: Tallulah (-91.18678, 32.40848)
Estimated Travel Time
Distance: 142 km by road
| Speed | Time |
|---|---|
| 30 mph (48.3 km/h) | 02h 56m |
| 40 mph (64.37 km/h) | 02h 12m |
| 50 mph (80.47 km/h) | 01h 46m |
| 60 mph (96.56 km/h) | 01h 28m |
| 70 mph (112.65 km/h) | 01h 15m |
| 80 mph (129 km/h) | 01h 06m |
Fuel, Round Trip and CO2
Estimated fuel cost and emissions for this route.
| Fuel | $/gal | One way | Round trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| Regular gas | $3.91 | $12.21 | $24.41 |
| Mid-grade | $4.38 | $13.65 | $27.31 |
| Premium | $4.78 | $14.92 | $29.83 |
| Diesel | $5.82 | $18.17 | $36.34 |
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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