Origin
Alexandria, LA
Night in Alexandria on Thursday
Local time
10:39 PM
CDT
Current temp
58°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
Trip from Alexandria, LA to Mamou, LA
Last recalculated Apr 17, 2026
Drive Time
1h 8m
Distance
51.7 mi
83 km
Drive Score
9/10
Great drive
Same Day?
Yes, doable
Fuel Cost
$8
one way
EV Charging
Good
8 stations
Best Time to Leave
4 AM
1h 3m
★
6 AM
1h 8m
8 AM
1h 19m
10 AM
1h 12m
12 PM
1h 11m
3 PM
1h 13m
5 PM
1h 19m
8 PM
1h 5m
Estimated drive times based on typical traffic patterns. Actual times may vary with weather, construction, and real-time conditions.
Alexandria, LA
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Mamou, LA
Abhishek Navlakha
Trip Overview
This 51.7-mile drive from Alexandria, LA, to Mamou, LA, is a straightforward 1-hour and 8-minute trip, making it an ideal day trip. You'll primarily navigate US 167 and State Route 13, with a significant portion on Martin Luther King, Jr. Highway. The estimated fuel cost is around $8, which is quite economical for a journey of this length. Given its short duration and the mixed driving profile, you won't need to worry about overnight stops. This route is a simple, functional transit through the Southeast region of Louisiana, perfect for when you need to get from point A to point B without fuss.
Who Is This Route For?
Weekend Trip
Doable as a same-day drive at 1h 8m. Total distance: 51.7 miles.
Family Friendly
Moderate complexity with 0 natural rest stops along the way.
Solo Traveler
1h 8m drive, comfortable solo distance.
EV Driver
0 DC fast chargers along the route. Coverage: unknown.
First-Time Driver
Mostly highway driving (51%). Straightforward navigation.
Drive Character
Your journey will feature a mixed drive profile, with 51% of the route on highways. The longest uninterrupted stretch you'll encounter is 25.7 miles on US 167, offering a consistent pace for a good portion of the trip. As you transition between US 167, Martin Luther King, Jr. Highway, and State Route 13, expect the road character to vary, shifting from more open highway driving to potentially more local road conditions. This blend means you'll experience different driving sensations as you cover the 51.7 miles.
Expect a mix of faster highway mileage and slower local approaches near the beginning or end.
There are about 13 navigation steps in the underlying route data, so the final approach matters more than the middle miles.
US 167 is the longest continuous segment at about 25.7 miles.
How Hard Is This Drive?
This route mixes highway mileage with some local-road sections near the start or finish. There are only a few real navigation decisions along the way. The trickiest moment comes around 24 miles in.
Driving Effort
3/10
Easy - simple navigation with a manageable amount of wheel time
Balances navigation complexity with total wheel time.
This is a straightforward 1h 8m drive. You will face about 9 decision points, but nothing that requires special attention if you follow navigation.
Where does it get tricky?
The main spots that need attention: at 24 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one; at 50.8 miles (LA 1160 / Poinciana Avenue): Navigation decision point; at 51.7 miles: Navigation decision point.
Critical Maneuvers
5 of 9 key pointsThese are the spots where you need to pay the most attention. Preview them before you drive.
5
24 mi into trip
|
~26m in
Take the exit toward US 167: Meeker, Turkey Creek
Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one
Toward US 167: Meeker, Turkey Creek
4
50.8 mi into trip
|
~1h 6m in
|
LA 1160 / Poinciana Avenue
Turn left onto LA 1160 / Poinciana Avenue
Navigation decision point
4
51.7 mi into trip
|
~1h 8m in
Turn left
Navigation decision point
4
51.7 mi into trip
|
~1h 8m in
Turn right
Navigation decision point
4
51.7 mi into trip
|
~1h 8m in
Turn left
Navigation decision point
Towns Mentioned on Route Signs
Based on OSRM destination-sign hints, not a full list of every settlement the road passes.
On the drive from Alexandria, LA to Mamou, LA, road signs begin pointing toward Turkey Creek along the way.
Turkey Creek
24 mi in
|
~26m
Main Roads
| Road | Distance | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| US 167 | 25.7 mi | 38m |
| Martin Luther King, Jr Highway | 23.1 mi | 23m |
| State Route 13 | 0.8 mi | 1m |
| 6th Street | 0.5 mi | 1m |
| Poinciana Avenue | 0.4 mi | <1m |
| Murray Street | 0.4 mi | 1m |
| Thorn Road | 0.2 mi | <1m |
Longest stretch:
US 167
— 25.7 mi, about 38m
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Alexandria, LA and Mamou, 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
0.3 mi
·
37 sec
4
Merge onto I 49; US 71 BYP
23 mi
·
23 min
·
Martin Luther King, Jr Highway
5
Take the exit
0.4 mi
·
45 sec
Toward US 167: Meeker, Turkey Creek
6
Turn right onto US 167
26 mi
·
38 min
·
US 167
7
Continue on LA 13
0.8 mi
·
1 min
·
State Route 13
8
Turn left onto LA 1160
0.4 mi
·
44 sec
·
Poinciana Avenue
9
Turn right onto LA 104
0.5 mi
·
1 min
·
6th Street
10
Turn left
58 ft
·
6 sec
11
Turn right
47 ft
·
8 sec
12
Turn left
22 ft
·
1 sec
13
Arrive at destination
Where to Stop
Rest stops, refuel points, and overnight suggestions along this route.
Halfway Point
Midpoint
About 25.8 mi from Alexandria, LA · 29m into the drive
Mid-route town
Meal stop
26 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 11 miles helps settle the day before fatigue starts building.
Meal break
The midpoint is around 25.8 miles from Alexandria, LA, which is a good place for a longer meal and fuel stop.
Arriving in Mamou, LA
The final approach into Mamou, LA usually feels slower than the middle of the drive, so avoid planning your tightest schedule at the very end.
These stop ideas are pacing suggestions — the exact town or exit can change with traffic, hotel plans, and fuel range.
Fuel & Cost
Regular Gas
$7.81 one way
$15.62 round trip
$3.84/gal
25.4 MPG avg
18 kg CO2
| Fuel Type | $/gal | One Way | Round Trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| midgrade | $4.21 | $8.57 | $17.14 |
| premium | $4.56 | $9.28 | $18.56 |
| diesel | $5.61 | $11.41 | $22.83 |
No toll roads detected on this route.
Drive Cost (one way)
Fuel
$8
Estimated CO2 emission: 18.1 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-13.
Driving Electric?
About $5 in charging · 0 stops · 67% less CO2
| Vehicle Type | kWh | Stops | DC Fast | Home Charge |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Average EV | 15.5 | 0 | $5.43 | $2.48 |
| Efficient EV | 12.9 | 0 | $4.52 | $2.07 |
| EV Truck/SUV | 20.7 | 0 | $7.24 | $3.31 |
Gas CO2
18 kg
EV CO2
6 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
Mamou, LA
Night in Mamou on Thursday
Local time
10:39 PM
CDT
Current temp
82°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
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
24 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
1h 8m 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 Mamou, LA covers 51.7 miles and takes about 1h 8m without stops. Add 15-30 minutes for a fuel or rest stop on longer drives.
The main roads are US 167, Martin Luther King, Jr Highway, State Route 13. Expect a mix of highway and local road driving.
This is a comfortable same-day trip.
The midpoint is about 25.8 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 $7.81 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.
This is a straightforward 1h 8m drive. You will face about 9 decision points, but nothing that requires special attention if you follow navigation.
The main spots that need attention: at 24 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one; at 50.8 miles (LA 1160 / Poinciana Avenue): Navigation decision point; at 51.7 miles: Navigation decision point.
On the drive from Alexandria, LA to Mamou, LA, road signs begin pointing toward Turkey Creek along the way.
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