How far is Winnsboro, LA from Alexandria, LA?
The driving distance from Winnsboro, LA to Alexandria, LA is about 89.9 miles (144.7 km), with a travel time of about 01h 39m by car.
- The straight-line flight distance is about 72.6 miles (116.9 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.
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Halfway Point
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Town in Louisiana
Route Weather Snapshot
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Chance Rain Showers then Partly Sunny
Rain Showers Likely then Partly Sunny
Driving Route Map
The map below follows the saved road route between Winnsboro and Alexandria.
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Winnsboro and Alexandria.
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Start on Prairie Road
1.1 mi · 2 min · Prairie Road
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Continue on Highway 4
16.7 mi · 25 min · Highway 4
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Continue on State Route 4
5.5 mi · 8 min · State Route 4
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Continue on State Route 4
4.8 mi · 7 min · State Route 4
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Turn left
59.6 mi · 1 hr 10 min
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Turn left onto US 165 North: Monroe
1473 ft · 36 sec
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Merge slight left onto Pineville Expressway
3.9 mi · 5 min · Pineville Expressway
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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 Winnsboro 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.
Longest stretch
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59.6 mi · 01h 10m
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.
Chance Rain Showers then Partly Sunny leaving Winnsboro and Rain Showers Likely then Partly Sunny near Alexandria.
Trip Questions
Direct answers travelers usually want before committing to the drive.
How long does it take to drive from Winnsboro to Alexandria?
The road trip is about 89.9 miles (144.7 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?
Olla is a useful midpoint, sitting about 46.4 miles from Winnsboro and 43.6 miles from Alexandria.
How much longer is the road route than the straight-line distance?
The direct path is about 72.6 miles (116.9 km), while the road route adds roughly 17.3 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 3:10 PM CDT.
How much will gas cost for this route?
Using about 28.3 MPG, regular gas is estimated at $12.00 one way or $24.01 round trip. Estimated CO2 is about 28.2 kg one way.
What should you check before leaving?
Before you leave, expect Chance Rain Showers then Partly Sunny around Winnsboro and Rain Showers Likely then Partly Sunny near Alexandria.
Flight Path Map
This map shows the direct air route between Winnsboro and Alexandria. Straight-line distance: 72.64 mi (116.91 km).
#1 Winnsboro
Town in South Carolina
| Population | 4,462 |
| Coordinates | 32.1632100, -91.7206800 |
| Altitude | 21 |
| 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: 145 km by road
| Speed | Time |
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| 30 mph (48.3 km/h) | 02h 59m |
| 40 mph (64.37 km/h) | 02h 14m |
| 50 mph (80.47 km/h) | 01h 47m |
| 60 mph (96.56 km/h) | 01h 29m |
| 70 mph (112.65 km/h) | 01h 17m |
| 80 mph (129 km/h) | 01h 07m |
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 | $12.00 | $24.01 |
| Mid-grade | $4.26 | $13.50 | $27.00 |
| Premium | $4.63 | $14.66 | $29.32 |
| Diesel | $5.42 | $17.17 | $34.33 |
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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