How far is West Monroe, LA from Monroe, LA?
The driving distance from West Monroe, LA to Monroe, LA is about 2.3 miles (3.7 km), with a travel time of about 00h 05m by car.
- The straight-line flight distance is about 1.7 miles (2.8 km).
- For a round trip, plan for roughly 00h 11m of driving time before adding stops, traffic, or weather delays.
- A comfortable departure window is usually 7:00 AM to 7:00 PM CDT.
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This is a short drive, so your comfort window is wide. Traffic and current weather matter more than the clock.
This departure sits inside the recommended comfort window for the route.
Halfway Point
A useful midpoint for breaks, coffee, or meeting in the middle.
City in Louisiana, United States of America
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Driving Route Map
The map below follows the saved road route between West Monroe and Monroe.
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between West Monroe and Monroe.
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Start on North 7th Street
16 m · 10 sec · North 7th Street
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Turn left onto Cypress Street
2504 ft · 45 sec · Cypress Street
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Continue on Cypress Street
1.1 mi · 2 min · Cypress Street
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Turn left onto Bridge Street
659 ft · 13 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 West Monroe and Monroe.
Turn-heavy local drive
The route has frequent decision points for its length, so lane choice and turn timing will matter more than cruising speed.
Cypress Street
Continue on Cypress Street
1.15 mi · 00h 02m
Route Summary
A quick read on whether this route feels easy, ambitious, or worth planning around.
A short regional drive
This route is short enough to handle as a quick errand, commute, or easy same-day return without much planning overhead.
Mostly Sunny leaving West Monroe 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 West Monroe to Monroe?
The road trip is about 2.3 miles (3.7 km) and usually takes 00h 05m in normal driving conditions.
Is this a same-day trip or an overnight route?
This route is short enough to handle as a quick errand, commute, or easy same-day return without much planning overhead.
What is the halfway point on this route?
Claiborne is a useful midpoint, sitting about 1.2 miles from West Monroe and 1.1 miles from Monroe.
How much longer is the road route than the straight-line distance?
The direct path is about 1.7 miles (2.8 km), while the road route adds roughly 0.6 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 7:00 AM to 7:00 PM CDT. If you want a more comfortable same-day return, try to leave by 8:18 PM CDT.
How much will gas cost for this route?
Using about 28.3 MPG, regular gas is estimated at $0.30 one way or $0.61 round trip. Estimated CO2 is about 0.7 kg one way.
What should you check before leaving?
Before you leave, expect Mostly Sunny around West Monroe and Mostly Sunny near Monroe.
Flight Path Map
This map shows the direct air route between West Monroe and Monroe. Straight-line distance: 1.77 mi (2.85 km).
#1 West Monroe
City in Ouachita Parish, Louisiana, United States
| Population | 12,086 |
| Coordinates | 32.5184800, -92.1476400 |
| Altitude | 25 |
| 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: 4 km by road
| Speed | Time |
|---|---|
| 30 mph (48.3 km/h) | 00h 04m |
| 40 mph (64.37 km/h) | 00h 03m |
| 50 mph (80.47 km/h) | 00h 02m |
| 60 mph (96.56 km/h) | 00h 02m |
| 70 mph (112.65 km/h) | 00h 01m |
| 80 mph (129 km/h) | 00h 01m |
Fuel, Round Trip and CO2
Estimated fuel cost and emissions for this route.
| Fuel | $/gal | One way | Round trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| Regular gas | $3.79 | $0.30 | $0.61 |
| Mid-grade | $4.26 | $0.34 | $0.68 |
| Premium | $4.63 | $0.37 | $0.74 |
| Diesel | $5.42 | $0.43 | $0.87 |
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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