Origin
Alexandria, LA
Afternoon in Alexandria on Sunday
Local time
2:47 PM
CDT
Current temp
89°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
Trip from Alexandria, LA to Addis, LA
Drive Time
2h 31m
Distance
128.3 mi
206 km
Drive Score
8/10
Great drive
Same Day?
Yes, doable
Fuel Cost
$20
one way
Best Time to Leave
4 AM
2h 22m
★
6 AM
2h 32m
8 AM
2h 52m
10 AM
2h 39m
12 PM
2h 37m
3 PM
2h 40m
5 PM
2h 51m
8 PM
2h 26m
Estimated drive times based on typical traffic patterns. Actual times may vary with weather, construction, and real-time conditions.
Alexandria, LA
Maive & Nahuel Fotografía
Addis, LA
Abenezer Muluken
Trip Overview
If you are planning to travel from Alexandria to Addis, expect a 128.3-mile journey that typically takes about 2 hours and 31 minutes. Since both cities are located within the Southeast region of Louisiana, you will remain in a familiar environment throughout the trip. This route works perfectly as a straightforward day trip, meaning you won't need to worry about booking overnight accommodations. Budgeting around $17 for fuel should cover your needs for the duration of the drive. While the trip is manageable in a single stretch, including one stop will help keep you refreshed for the road ahead.
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
64.2 miles from Alexandria, LA
A natural place for your longest stop of the day , about 1h 16m into the drive .
Drive Character
Prepare for a turn-heavy local drive rather than a mindless highway cruise, as this route features a 0% highway share. You will navigate via Thorn Road, Martin Luther King, and US 190, which requires your full attention behind the wheel. Because the longest uninterrupted stretch is 0 miles on Thorn Road, you should anticipate frequent turns and changing conditions throughout the journey. This is a hands-on driving experience that demands alertness, especially as you transition between the various local roads that define the path. Expect a steady, involved pace that keeps you engaged with the local geography.
This route has more turning and local-road decision points than a simple highway run.
There are about 17 navigation steps in the underlying route data, so the final approach matters more than the middle miles.
Thorn Road is one of the defining roads on this drive.
How Hard Is This Drive?
Expect a hands-on drive with frequent turns and local roads rather than long highway stretches. Navigation is very simple — set it and forget it for most of the drive.
Route Complexity
1/10
Very easy - short and simple to drive
The drive from Alexandria, LA to Addis, LA is easy. At 2h 31m with 0% highway, most drivers will find it relaxed and low-stress.
Where does it get tricky?
This route does not have any notably tricky sections. Most of the drive from Alexandria, LA to Addis, LA is straightforward, with well-signed roads and simple exits.
Main Roads
| Road | Distance | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| Thorn Road | Unavailable | Refreshing |
| Martin Luther King | Unavailable | Refreshing |
| US 190 | Unavailable | Refreshing |
| US 190 East | Unavailable | Refreshing |
| I 10 East | Unavailable | Refreshing |
| LA 1 | Unavailable | Refreshing |
| LA 1 South | Unavailable | Refreshing |
| Highway 1 South | Unavailable | Refreshing |
Per-road distance and duration are being refreshed from OSRM for this route.
Longest stretch:
Thorn Road
— detailed segment metrics are refreshing.
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Alexandria, LA and Addis, LA.
1
Start on Murray Street
0.4 mi
·
1 min
·
Murray Street
2
Turn left onto Thorn Road
0.2 mi
·
24 sec
·
Thorn Road
3
Take the ramp straight
0.3 mi
·
37 sec
4
Merge slight left onto Martin Luther King, Jr Highway
65 mi
·
1 hr 5 min
·
Martin Luther King, Jr Highway
5
Take the exit slight right toward US 190: Baton Rouge, Opelousas
0.5 mi
·
1 min
·
US 190: Baton Rouge, Opelousas
6
Keep slight left to continue on US 190 East: Baton Rouge
361 ft
·
10 sec
·
US 190 East: Baton Rouge
7
Merge slight right
49 mi
·
1 hr 3 min
8
Keep slight right
3.6 mi
·
5 min
9
Turn left onto I 10 East: Baton Rouge
0.3 mi
·
37 sec
·
I 10 East: Baton Rouge
10
Merge slight left
1.5 mi
·
1 min
11
Take the exit slight right toward LA 1: Port Allen, Plaquemine
0.2 mi
·
23 sec
·
LA 1: Port Allen, Plaquemine
12
Keep slight right to continue on LA 1 South: Plaquemine
0.1 mi
·
17 sec
·
LA 1 South: Plaquemine
13
Keep slight left to continue on LA 1 South: Plaquemine
1.1 mi
·
1 min
·
LA 1 South: Plaquemine
14
Continue on Highway 1 South
4.9 mi
·
7 min
·
Highway 1 South
15
Take the exit slight right toward 1st Street
0.1 mi
·
14 sec
·
1st Street
16
Continue on 1st Street
0.8 mi
·
2 min
·
1st Street
17
Arrive at your destination
Trip Plan
For the smoothest experience, plan your departure to avoid peak local traffic, as the turn-heavy nature of the route can become tedious in congestion. Since the drive is relatively short, you have the flexibility to start your day at a leisurely pace or push through to arrive by mid-morning. Use your single recommended stop to stretch your legs and check your fuel levels, ensuring you aren't caught off guard by the local road transitions. A concrete tip for this trek is to pay close attention to your navigation apps or physical maps, as the lack of sustained highway stretches means you will be making frequent turns to stay on track.
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 64.2 miles from Alexandria, LA, or about 1h 16m into the drive.
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 34m in
Use this first pause for coffee, a restroom break, and a quick traffic check ahead.
Halfway reset
Around 64.2 miles or 1h 16m 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 4m
Traffic, exits, and arrival timing usually matter more near Addis, LA than in the middle of the route.
Before You Leave
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Open the route before leaving Alexandria, LA so your first major turns are already loaded.
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Leave with enough water and a charging cable within reach, not packed away.
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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 Alexandria, LA
This is one driving day of about 128.3 miles and 2h 31m.
Your first comfortable stop window is around 80 miles from Alexandria, 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.
Where to Stop
Rest stops, refuel points, and overnight suggestions along this route.
Halfway Point
Midpoint
About 64.2 mi from Alexandria, LA · 1h 16m 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 64.2 miles from Alexandria, LA, which is a good place for a longer meal and fuel stop.
Arriving in Addis, LA
The final approach into Addis, 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 Addis, 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
$19.61 one way
$39.23 round trip
$3.88/gal
25.4 MPG avg
45 kg CO2
| Fuel Type | $/gal | One Way | Round Trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| midgrade | $4.26 | $21.51 | $43.03 |
| premium | $4.61 | $23.29 | $46.57 |
| diesel | $5.64 | $28.50 | $57.01 |
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: 44.9 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 | 38.5 | 0 | $13.47 | $6.16 |
| Efficient EV | 32.1 | 0 | $11.23 | $5.13 |
| EV Truck/SUV | 51.3 | 0 | $17.96 | $8.21 |
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
Addis, LA
Afternoon in Addis on Sunday
Local time
2:47 PM
CDT
Current temp
66°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 cooler 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 Alexandria, LA to Addis, LA covers 128.3 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 Thorn Road, Martin Luther King, US 190. Expect a mix of highway and local road driving.
This is a comfortable same-day trip.
The midpoint is about 64.2 miles from Alexandria, LA. Look for rest areas, gas stations, or food options near the halfway mark.
At current regular gas prices, expect to spend about $19.61 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.
The drive from Alexandria, LA to Addis, LA is easy. At 2h 31m with 0% highway, most drivers will find it relaxed and low-stress.
This route does not have any notably tricky sections. Most of the drive from Alexandria, LA to Addis, LA is straightforward, with well-signed roads and simple exits.
The route from Alexandria, LA to Addis, LA does not surface many named destination signs beyond the main corridor.
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