How far is Walker, LA from Alexandria, LA?
The driving distance from Walker, LA to Alexandria, LA is about 70.6 miles (113.6 km), with a travel time of about 01h 16m by car.
- The straight-line flight distance is about 61.3 miles (98.6 km).
- For a round trip, plan for roughly 02h 32m 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 16m.
A morning start gives you useful time at the destination and keeps the return out of the late evening.
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Halfway Point
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Village in Winn Parish, Louisiana, United States
Route Weather Snapshot
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Driving Route Map
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Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Walker and Alexandria.
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Start on Parish Road 220
128 m · 26 sec · Parish Road 220
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Turn left onto Walker Road
4.6 mi · 8 min · Walker Road
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Turn straight
16.3 mi · 24 min
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At the end of the road, turn right
2.1 mi · 3 min
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At the end of the road, turn left onto East Lafayette Street
46.6 mi · 57 min · East Lafayette Street
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Take the exit slight right toward LA 1, LA 28 Business: Downtown Alexandria
1347 ft · 35 sec
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Turn right onto 6th Street
1618 ft · 1 min · 6th Street
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Turn right onto Murray Street
703 ft · 32 sec · Murray Street
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Arrive at your destination
0 m · 1 sec · Murray Street
Car Route Details
A richer read on the saved driving route between Walker and Alexandria.
Straightforward drive
The saved road route has a manageable number of maneuvers and should be easy to follow with normal attention to signs.
East Lafayette Street
At the end of the road, turn left onto East Lafayette Street
46.6 mi · 00h 57m
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.
Mostly Sunny leaving Walker and Mostly Sunny near Alexandria.
Trip Questions
Direct answers travelers usually want before committing to the drive.
How long does it take to drive from Walker to Alexandria?
The road trip is about 70.6 miles (113.6 km) and usually takes 01h 16m 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?
Atlanta is a useful midpoint, sitting about 35.2 miles from Walker and 35.3 miles from Alexandria.
How much longer is the road route than the straight-line distance?
The direct path is about 61.3 miles (98.6 km), while the road route adds roughly 9.3 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 3:58 PM CDT.
How much will gas cost for this route?
Using about 28.3 MPG, regular gas is estimated at $9.43 one way or $18.86 round trip. Estimated CO2 is about 22.1 kg one way.
What should you check before leaving?
Before you leave, expect Mostly Sunny around Walker and Mostly Sunny near Alexandria.
Flight Path Map
This map shows the direct air route between Walker and Alexandria. Straight-line distance: 61.27 mi (98.6 km).
#1 Walker
City in Livingston Parish, Louisiana
| Population | 6,302 |
| Coordinates | 32.1901600, -92.5837600 |
| Altitude | 84 |
| Country | United States |
#2 Alexandria
The capital of Louisiana.
| Population | 45,573 |
| Coordinates | 31.3112900, -92.4451400 |
| Altitude | 23 |
| Country | United States |
End: Murray Street (-92.444972, 31.311153)
Estimated Travel Time
Distance: 114 km by road
| Speed | Time |
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| 30 mph (48.3 km/h) | 02h 21m |
| 40 mph (64.37 km/h) | 01h 45m |
| 50 mph (80.47 km/h) | 01h 24m |
| 60 mph (96.56 km/h) | 01h 10m |
| 70 mph (112.65 km/h) | 01h 00m |
| 80 mph (129 km/h) | 00h 52m |
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 | $9.43 | $18.86 |
| Mid-grade | $4.26 | $10.60 | $21.21 |
| Premium | $4.63 | $11.52 | $23.03 |
| Diesel | $5.42 | $13.48 | $26.97 |
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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