How far is Sulphur, LA from West Monroe, LA?
The driving distance from Sulphur, LA to West Monroe, LA is about 202.2 miles (325.4 km), with a travel time of about 04h 11m by car.
- The straight-line flight distance is about 173.5 miles (279.3 km).
- For a round trip, plan for roughly 08h 22m of driving time before adding stops, traffic, or weather delays.
- A comfortable departure window is usually 6:00 AM to 8:00 AM CDT.
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Drive time stays fixed at 04h 11m.
An early departure helps you fit a real stop into the day without turning the return into a late-night drive.
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The capital of Louisiana.
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Driving Route Map
The map below follows the saved road route between Sulphur and West Monroe.
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Sulphur and West Monroe.
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Start on East Napoleon Street
6 mi · 9 min · East Napoleon Street
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Take the ramp straight
17.3 mi · 20 min
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Take the exit slight right toward US 165: Kinder, Alexandria
2422 ft · 59 sec
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Keep slight left
135 m · 12 sec
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Continue straight
78.1 mi · 1 hr 37 min
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Turn slight left onto Macarthur Drive
1 km · 1 min · Macarthur Drive
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Turn right
32 m · 7 sec
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Turn left onto Macarthur Drive
4 mi · 6 min · Macarthur Drive
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Continue on Curtis-Coleman Memorial Bridge
3026 ft · 43 sec · Curtis-Coleman Memorial Bridge
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Continue on Monroe Highway
62.5 mi · 1 hr 14 min · Monroe Highway
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Continue straight
23 mi · 26 min
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Turn straight
6.1 mi · 10 min
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Take the ramp slight right
2041 ft · 50 sec
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Merge slight left
1.6 km · 1 min
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Take the exit slight right toward LA 34
114 m · 9 sec
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Keep slight right to continue on LA 34 North
1024 ft · 25 sec
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Continue on Mill Street
569 ft · 17 sec · Mill Street
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Turn left onto North 7th Street
1.6 mi · 3 min · North 7th Street
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Arrive at your destination
0 m · 1 sec · North 7th Street
Car Route Details
A richer read on the saved driving route between Sulphur and West 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.
US 165
Continue straight
78.1 mi · 01h 37m
Route Summary
A quick read on whether this route feels easy, ambitious, or worth planning around.
A longer out-and-back drive
This is still possible in one day, but it becomes a long driving day. Leaving early and planning your stop window matters more here.
Mostly Sunny leaving Sulphur and Sunny near West Monroe.
Trip Questions
Direct answers travelers usually want before committing to the drive.
How long does it take to drive from Sulphur to West Monroe?
The road trip is about 202.2 miles (325.4 km) and usually takes 04h 11m in normal driving conditions.
Is this a same-day trip or an overnight route?
This is still possible in one day, but it becomes a long driving day. Leaving early and planning your stop window matters more here.
What is the halfway point on this route?
Alexandria is a useful midpoint, sitting about 101.2 miles from Sulphur and 101 miles from West Monroe.
How much longer is the road route than the straight-line distance?
The direct path is about 173.5 miles (279.3 km), while the road route adds roughly 28.7 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 6:00 AM to 8:00 AM CDT. If you want a more comfortable same-day return, try to leave by 8:38 AM CDT.
How much will gas cost for this route?
Using about 28.3 MPG, regular gas is estimated at $27.93 one way or $55.86 round trip. Estimated CO2 is about 63.5 kg one way.
What should you check before leaving?
Before you leave, expect Mostly Sunny around Sulphur and Sunny near West Monroe.
Flight Path Map
This map shows the direct air route between Sulphur and West Monroe. Straight-line distance: 173.55 mi (279.3 km).
#1 Sulphur
Suburb city of Lake Charles, located in Calcasieu Parish, Louisiana, United States
| Population | 20,120 |
| Coordinates | 30.2365900, -93.3773800 |
| Altitude | 5 |
| Country | United States |
#2 West Monroe
City in Ouachita Parish, Louisiana, United States
| Population | 12,086 |
| Coordinates | 32.5184800, -92.1476400 |
| Altitude | 25 |
| Country | United States |
End: West Monroe (-92.14764, 32.51848)
Estimated Travel Time
Distance: 325 km by road
| Speed | Time |
|---|---|
| 30 mph (48.3 km/h) | 06h 44m |
| 40 mph (64.37 km/h) | 05h 03m |
| 50 mph (80.47 km/h) | 04h 02m |
| 60 mph (96.56 km/h) | 03h 22m |
| 70 mph (112.65 km/h) | 02h 53m |
| 80 mph (129 km/h) | 02h 31m |
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 | $3.91 | $27.93 | $55.86 |
| Mid-grade | $4.38 | $31.24 | $62.49 |
| Premium | $4.78 | $34.14 | $68.27 |
| Diesel | $5.82 | $41.58 | $83.15 |
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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