Origin
Addis, LA
Afternoon in Addis on Sunday
Local time
2:47 PM
CDT
Current temp
66°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
Trip from Addis, LA to Alexandria, LA
Drive Time
2h 31m
Distance
127.9 mi
206 km
Drive Score
9/10
Great drive
Same Day?
Yes, doable
Fuel Cost
$20
one way
Best Time to Leave
4 AM
2h 21m
★
6 AM
2h 31m
8 AM
2h 52m
10 AM
2h 38m
12 PM
2h 36m
3 PM
2h 40m
5 PM
2h 51m
8 PM
2h 25m
Estimated drive times based on typical traffic patterns. Actual times may vary with weather, construction, and real-time conditions.
Addis, LA
Abenezer Muluken
Alexandria, LA
Maive & Nahuel Fotografía
Trip Overview
Traveling from Addis to Alexandria covers 128.3 miles and typically takes about 2 hours and 4 minutes to complete. This journey stays entirely within Southeast Louisiana, making it a straightforward trek that fits perfectly into a single day of travel. You can expect to spend approximately $17 on fuel for the trip, so budgeting is simple. Since the route doesn't require an overnight stay, you have the flexibility to head out whenever it suits your schedule. It is a practical, efficient way to move between these two points without the need for extensive planning or multiple stopovers.
Trip Pace
Same-day drive is realistic
A same-day return is realistic if you keep stops short.
Break Rhythm
1 planned break
A short stop every 2 to 3 hours is enough for this drive.
Midpoint
64 miles from Addis, LA
A natural place for your longest stop of the day , about 1h 25m into the drive .
Drive Character
Expect a turn-heavy local drive rather than a monotonous interstate cruise, as this route features 0% highway driving. You will navigate using a combination of LA 415, I-10 West, and Highway 1 South to reach your destination. Because there are no long, uninterrupted stretches—Highway 1 South specifically offers 0 miles of straight-line driving—you should prepare for a more hands-on experience behind the wheel. The road's personality is defined by these constant adjustments, requiring your full attention as you transition between local roads. It is an engaging change of pace for drivers who prefer active navigation over cruise control.
Expect a mix of faster highway mileage and slower local approaches near the beginning or end.
There are about 14 navigation steps in the underlying route data, so the final approach matters more than the middle miles.
Charles I. "Doc" Hudson Highway is the longest continuous segment at about 64.9 miles.
How Hard Is This Drive?
This route mixes highway mileage with some local-road sections near the start or finish. This route has several spots where lane changes, forks, or exits need your full attention. The trickiest moment comes around 8.9 miles in.
Route Complexity
7/10
Demanding - plan breaks and stay ahead of the key maneuvers
This is a demanding drive. With 10 significant decision points across 127.9 miles, you will need to stay alert — especially through interchange areas and urban stretches. Consider splitting it into segments if you are not comfortable with fast highway navigation.
Where does it get tricky?
The main spots that need attention: at 8.9 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here; at 9.2 miles: Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here; at 9.3 miles (LA 415 / North Lobdell Highway): Merge point - match speed before joining. Lane positioning matters here.
Critical Maneuvers
5 of 10 key pointsThese are the spots where you need to pay the most attention. Preview them before you drive.
7
8.9 mi into trip
|
~14m in
Take the exit toward LA 415: Lobdell
Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
Exit 151
Toward LA 415: Lobdell
7
9.2 mi into trip
|
~14m in
Keep slight right at fork toward LA 415: Lobdell
Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here
Use the right lane.
Toward LA 415: Lobdell
5
9.3 mi into trip
|
~14m in
|
LA 415 / North Lobdell Highway
Merge onto LA 415 / North Lobdell Highway
Merge point - match speed before joining. Lane positioning matters here
Use the straight / right lanes.
5
12.9 mi into trip
|
~19m in
|
US 190; LA 1 / State Route 1
Merge onto US 190; LA 1 / State Route 1
Merge point - match speed before joining. Lane positioning matters here
Use the straight lane.
5
61.9 mi into trip
|
~1h 22m in
Take the exit toward I 49 North, US 167 North: Alexandria
Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one
Toward I 49 North, US 167 North: Alexandria
Main Roads
| Road | Distance | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| Charles I. "Doc" Hudson Highway | 64.9 mi | 1h 5m |
| State Route 1 | 49 mi | 1h 2m |
| Highway 1 South | 6.1 mi | 9m |
| North Lobdell Highway | 3.6 mi | 4m |
| I 10 | 1.6 mi | 1m |
| 1st Street | 0.8 mi | 2m |
| Murray Street | 0.3 mi | 1m |
| 10th Street | 0.2 mi | <1m |
Longest stretch:
Charles I. "Doc" Hudson Highway
— 64.9 mi, about 1h 5m
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Addis, LA and Alexandria, LA.
1
Start on 1st Street
0.8 mi
·
2 min
·
1st Street
2
Turn left onto LA 1
6.1 mi
·
9 min
·
Highway 1 South
3
Take the exit
0.4 mi
·
56 sec
Toward I 10 West: Lafayette
4
Merge onto I 10
1.6 mi
·
1 min
·
I 10
5
Take the exit
0.3 mi
·
44 sec
Exit 151
Toward LA 415: Lobdell
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
6
Keep slight right at fork
317 ft
·
7 sec
Toward LA 415: Lobdell
Use the right lane.
7
Merge onto LA 415
3.6 mi
·
4 min
·
North Lobdell Highway
Use the straight / right lanes.
8
Merge onto US 190; LA 1
49 mi
·
1 hr 2 min
·
State Route 1
Use the straight lane.
9
Take the exit
0.3 mi
·
36 sec
Toward I 49 North, US 167 North: Alexandria
10
Merge onto I 49; US 167
65 mi
·
1 hr 5 min
·
Charles I. "Doc" Hudson Highway
11
Take the exit
0.3 mi
·
43 sec
Toward M L King Drive, Downtown Alexandria
12
Continue on 10th Street
0.2 mi
·
22 sec
·
10th Street
13
Turn right onto Murray Street
0.3 mi
·
1 min
·
Murray Street
14
Arrive at destination
Murray Street
Trip Plan
Since this is a relatively short trip, you have plenty of freedom to choose your departure time based on your personal preference. Keep in mind that the turn-heavy nature of the route means you should stay alert, especially when navigating the local segments of the drive. With 128.3 miles ahead, there is no pressure to force stops, but checking your fuel levels before you leave will help you stay within your $17 budget. A helpful tip for this specific drive is to keep your map navigation handy, as the reliance on local roads like LA 415 means you will need to watch for turn signals more frequently than you would on a standard interstate journey.
Morning Departure
Leave by 9 AM and you'll arrive before lunch.
Evening Departure
Even a 4 PM departure gets you there before dark in summer.
You can normally do this drive in one day.
Plan roughly 1 meaningful break for fuel, food, and rest.
The halfway point lands around 64 miles from Addis, LA, or about 1h 25m into the drive.
The longest continuous stretch on this route runs about 64.9 miles.
This is a comfortable same-day trip.
Departure
Before you leave
Start with fuel, water, and navigation already sorted so the first hour feels easy.
First stop
Around 80 miles or 1h 41m in
Use this first pause for coffee, a restroom break, and a quick traffic check ahead.
Halfway reset
Around 64 miles or 1h 25m in
This is the best place for your longest stop, a real meal, and a full fuel check.
Final approach
Final hour starts around 2h 6m
Traffic, exits, and arrival timing usually matter more near Alexandria, LA than in the middle of the route.
Before You Leave
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Open the route before leaving Addis, LA so your first major turns are already loaded.
+
Leave with enough water and a charging cable within reach, not packed away.
+
Check your fuel range against the first long segment, especially if you are starting outside city service areas.
Day 1
Settle into the route from Addis, LA
This is one driving day of about 127.9 miles and 2h 31m.
Your first comfortable stop window is around 80 miles from Addis, LA.
This route can stay practical as a one-day drive if traffic stays reasonable.
Plan about 1 real break rather than only quick fuel stops.
The longest stretch is on Charles I. "Doc" Hudson Highway for about 64.9 miles.
Where to Stop
Rest stops, refuel points, and overnight suggestions along this route.
Halfway Point
Midpoint
About 64 mi from Addis, LA · 1h 25m into the drive
Mid-route town
Meal stop
64 mi into the route
Best for: Lunch, fuel, and a longer reset
This sits close to the middle of the route, so it works well for the longest stop of the day.
Pacing Suggestions
Fuel and coffee
A short stop after about 80 miles helps settle the day before fatigue starts building.
Meal break
The midpoint is around 64 miles from Addis, LA, which is a good place for a longer meal and fuel stop.
Before the longest stretch
Fuel checkTop up before Charles I. "Doc" Hudson Highway if your tank is already low. That segment runs about 64.9 miles.
Arriving in Alexandria, LA
The final approach into Alexandria, LA usually feels slower than the middle of the drive, so avoid planning your tightest schedule at the very end.
Try to arrive with enough fuel left to skip an immediate station stop unless you already know the area around Alexandria, LA.
These stop ideas are pacing suggestions — the exact town or exit can change with traffic, hotel plans, and fuel range.
Fuel & Cost
Regular Gas
$19.55 one way
$39.11 round trip
$3.88/gal
25.4 MPG avg
45 kg CO2
| Fuel Type | $/gal | One Way | Round Trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| midgrade | $4.26 | $21.45 | $42.89 |
| premium | $4.61 | $23.21 | $46.43 |
| diesel | $5.64 | $28.41 | $56.83 |
No toll roads detected on this route.
Estimated Trip Cost (one way, 1 person)
Fuel
$20
Meals
$25–$50
Total
$45–$70
Rough estimate based on US averages. Hotel $80–$140/night, meals $25–$50/day.
Estimated CO2 emission: 44.7 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-06.
Driving Electric?
About $13 in charging · 0 stops · 67% less CO2
| Vehicle Type | kWh | Stops | DC Fast | Home Charge |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Average EV | 38.4 | 0 | $13.43 | $6.14 |
| Efficient EV | 32 | 0 | $11.19 | $5.12 |
| EV Truck/SUV | 51.2 | 0 | $17.91 | $8.19 |
Gas CO2
45 kg
EV CO2
15 kg (67% less)
This trip is well within single-charge range for most EVs. No charging stops needed if you start fully charged.
DC fast charging avg $0.35/kWh. Home charging avg $0.16/kWh. US grid CO2: 0.39 kg/kWh.
Travel Intel
Current conditions at both ends of the drive.
Destination
Alexandria, LA
Afternoon in Alexandria on Sunday
Local time
2:47 PM
CDT
Current temp
89°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
Seasonal Notes
Summer travel usually means heavier construction, hotter rest stops, and busier weekend traffic around major cities.
Winter travel shortens daylight, so a route that looks manageable on paper can feel much longer after dark.
Holiday weekends tend to make both departure and arrival windows slower than the raw route time suggests.
Time zone
Same local time
Origin and destination are on the same clock, so arrival timing is easier to judge at a glance.
Temperature spread
23 degrees warmer at arrival
A meaningful temperature swing is a good cue to rethink layers, water, and how soon you want to arrive.
Road read
2h 31m on the road
Use the two city cards together: check the sky where you start, then compare it with the local time and temperature at arrival.
Weather data from the National Weather Service. Conditions may change; check closer to your travel date.
Frequently Asked Questions
The drive from Addis, LA to Alexandria, LA covers 127.9 miles and takes about 2h 31m without stops. Add 15-30 minutes for a fuel or rest stop on longer drives.
The main roads are Charles I. "Doc" Hudson Highway, State Route 1, Highway 1 South. Expect a mix of highway and local road driving.
This is a comfortable same-day trip.
The midpoint is about 64 miles from Addis, LA. Look for rest areas, gas stations, or food options near the halfway mark.
At current regular gas prices, expect to spend about $19.55 one way. This estimate uses 25.4 MPG — your actual cost will vary with your vehicle's fuel efficiency and current gas prices.
Leave by 9 AM and you'll arrive before lunch. Even a 4 PM departure gets you there before dark in summer.
Plan about 1 meaningful break for fuel, food, or rest. A short stop every 2 to 3 hours is enough for this drive.
This is a demanding drive. With 10 significant decision points across 127.9 miles, you will need to stay alert — especially through interchange areas and urban stretches. Consider splitting it into segments if you are not comfortable with fast highway navigation.
The main spots that need attention: at 8.9 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here; at 9.2 miles: Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here; at 9.3 miles (LA 415 / North Lobdell Highway): Merge point - match speed before joining. Lane positioning matters here.
The route from Addis, LA to Alexandria, LA does not surface many named destination signs beyond the main corridor.
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