Trip from Alexandria, LA to Milton, LA

Compiled by the Trip.ovh editorial team · Last recalculated Apr 17, 2026 · Methodology

Drive Time

1h 53m

Distance

99.7 mi

161 km

Drive Score

7/10

Good drive

Same Day?

Yes, doable

Fuel Cost

$15

one way

EV Charging

Good

8 stations

Best Time to Leave

Save up to 25 min

4 AM

1h 45m ★

6 AM

1h 54m

8 AM

2h 10m

10 AM

2h 0m

12 PM

1h 58m

3 PM

2h 0m

5 PM

2h 9m

8 PM

1h 49m

Estimated drive times based on typical traffic patterns. Actual times may vary with weather, construction, and real-time conditions.

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Trip Overview

The drive from Alexandria, LA to Milton, LA covers 99.7 miles and takes about 1h 53m behind the wheel. This route is realistic as a one-day drive if you keep your stops efficient.

The route leans on Martin Luther King, Jr Highway, Veterans Memorial Expressway, East Kaliste Saloom Road for much of the mileage, and the overall profile is turn-heavy local drive. The longest uninterrupted segment is about 76.4 miles on Martin Luther King, Jr Highway. At current regular gas prices, budget about $15.06 one way before food or hotel costs.

Trip Pace

Same-day drive is realistic

A same-day return is realistic if you keep stops short.

Midpoint

49.9 miles from Alexandria, LA

A natural place for your longest stop of the day , about 52m into the drive .

Who Is This Route For?

Weekend Trip

Doable as a same-day drive at 1h 53m. Total distance: 99.7 miles.

Family Friendly

Moderate complexity with 0 natural rest stops along the way.

Solo Traveler

1h 53m drive, comfortable solo distance.

First-Time Driver

Mostly highway driving (11%). Straightforward navigation.

Scenic Drive

Turn-heavy local drive route profile.

Drive Character

Expect a 1h 53m drive with frequent turns across 99.7 miles of local and secondary roads.

This route has more turning and local-road decision points than a simple highway run.

There are about 13 navigation steps in the underlying route data, so the final approach matters more than the middle miles.

Martin Luther King, Jr Highway is the longest continuous segment at about 76.4 miles.

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. The trickiest moment comes around 0.4 miles in near Thorn Road.

Driving Effort 1/10

Very easy - short and simple to drive

Balances navigation complexity with total wheel time.

The drive from Alexandria, LA to Milton, LA is easy. At 1h 53m with 11% highway, most drivers will find it relaxed and low-stress.

Where does it get tricky?

The main spots that need attention: at 0.4 miles (Thorn Road): Navigation decision point; at 0.6 miles: Navigation decision point; at 90 miles (East Kaliste Saloom Road): Lane positioning matters here.

Critical Maneuvers

5 of 7 key points

These are the spots where you need to pay the most attention. Preview them before you drive.

3

0.4 mi into trip | ~1m in | Thorn Road

Turn left onto Thorn Road

Navigation decision point

3

0.6 mi into trip | ~2m in

Take the ramp

Navigation decision point

6

90 mi into trip | ~1h 37m in | East Kaliste Saloom Road

Turn right onto East Kaliste Saloom Road

Lane positioning matters here

Use the straight / right lanes.

4

96.1 mi into trip | ~1h 47m in | East Broussard Road

Enter roundabout onto East Broussard Road

Roundabout - know your exit number before entering

4

98.6 mi into trip | ~1h 51m in | LA 92 / East Milton Avenue

At end of road, turn right onto LA 92 / East Milton Avenue

Navigation decision point

Main Roads

Road	Distance	Duration
Martin Luther King, Jr Highway	76.4 mi	1h 17m
Veterans Memorial Expressway	8.8 mi	9m
East Kaliste Saloom Road	6.1 mi	10m
East Broussard Road	2.5 mi	4m
Northwest Evangeline Thruway	2.2 mi	3m
US 90	1.9 mi	3m
East Milton Avenue	1.1 mi	1m
Murray Street	0.4 mi	1m

Longest stretch: Martin Luther King, Jr Highway — 76.4 mi, about 1h 17m

Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions

Step-by-step road directions between Alexandria, LA and Milton, 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

76 mi · 1 hr 17 min · Martin Luther King, Jr Highway

5

Continue on I 49; US 167

8.8 mi · 9 min · Veterans Memorial Expressway

6

Continue on I 49; LA 182

2.2 mi · 3 min · Northwest Evangeline Thruway

7

Continue on US 90; LA 182

1.9 mi · 3 min · US 90; LA 182

8

Turn right onto East Kaliste Saloom Road

6.1 mi · 10 min · East Kaliste Saloom Road

Use the straight / right lanes.

9

Enter roundabout onto East Broussard Road

272 ft · 5 sec · East Broussard Road

10

Continue on East Broussard Road

2.5 mi · 4 min · East Broussard Road

11

At end of road, turn right onto LA 92

1.1 mi · 1 min · East Milton Avenue

12

Turn left onto Espasie Drive

132 ft · 5 sec · Espasie Drive

13

Arrive at destination

Espasie Drive

Trip Plan

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.

You may only need one short stretch break if traffic stays light.

The halfway point lands around 49.9 miles from Alexandria, LA, or about 52m into the drive.

The longest continuous stretch on this route runs about 76.4 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 22 miles or 24m in

Use this first pause for coffee, a restroom break, and a quick traffic check ahead.

Halfway reset

Around 49.9 miles or 52m in

This is the best place for your longest stop, a real meal, and a full fuel check.

Final approach

Final hour starts around 1h 25m

Traffic, exits, and arrival timing usually matter more near Milton, 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.

Day 1

Settle into the route from Alexandria, LA

This is one driving day of about 99.7 miles and 1h 53m.

Your first comfortable stop window is around 22 miles from Alexandria, LA.

This route can stay practical as a one-day drive if traffic stays reasonable.

The longest stretch is on Martin Luther King, Jr Highway for about 76.4 miles.

Where to Stop

Rest stops, refuel points, and overnight suggestions along this route.

Halfway Point

Midpoint

About 49.9 mi from Alexandria, LA · 52m into the drive

suburb city of Lafayette, located in Lafayette Parish, Louisiana, United States

Mid-route town

Meal stop

Carencro, LA

50 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

Woodworth, LA

Fuel and coffee

A short stop after about 22 miles helps settle the day before fatigue starts building.

Opelousas, LA

Meal break

The midpoint is around 49.9 miles from Alexandria, LA, which is a good place for a longer meal and fuel stop.

Before the longest stretch

Fuel check

Top up before Martin Luther King, Jr Highway if your tank is already low. That segment runs about 76.4 miles.

Arriving in Milton, LA

The final approach into Milton, 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.

Nearby Places

Restaurants, cafes, gas stations and more along your route.

Top Restaurant

T-Coon's Restaurant

4.4 ★ ★ ★ ★ ☆

Lafayette, Louisiana

Near the end, short detour

1.2 mi from route ~3 min detour $10 to $20 mile 92.6

Hours: 6 am–2 pm

+13372330422

Visit website

Bon Temps Grill

4.5 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Lafayette, Louisiana

2 mi

Bangkok Thai Restaurant

4.5 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Lafayette, Louisiana

2.3 mi

T-Coon's Restaurant

4.4 ★ ★ ★ ★ ☆

Near the end, short detour

1.2 mi from route ~3 min detour $10 to $20 mile 92.6

Lafayette, Louisiana

Hours: 6 am–2 pm

+13372330422

Visit website

Bon Temps Grill

4.5 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Near the end, short detour

2 mi from route ~5 min detour $20 to $30 mile 92.6

Lafayette, Louisiana

Hours: 11 am–10 pm

+13377068850

Visit website

Bangkok Thai Restaurant

4.5 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Near the end, short detour

2.3 mi from route ~6 min detour $20 to $30 mile 92.6

Lafayette, Louisiana

Hours: 11 am–8:30 pm

+13379892009

Visit website

Spoonbill Watering Hole & Restaurant

4.6 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Near the end, short detour

2.8 mi from route ~7 min detour $20 to $30 mile 85.5

Lafayette, Louisiana

Hours: 11 am–9 pm

+13375340585

Visit website

Vestal Restaurant

4.5 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Near the end, short detour

2.6 mi from route ~7 min detour $100 or ab mile 85.5

Lafayette, Louisiana

Hours: 4–9 pm

+13375340682

Visit website

The Cottage Restaurant

4.5 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Near the start, short detour

2.8 mi from route ~7 min detour $10 to $20

Alexandria, Louisiana

Hours: 11 am–2 pm

+13184484220

Visit website

Vermilionville Historic Village

4.7 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Near the end, short detour

3.3 mi from route ~8 min detour mile 92.6

Lafayette, Louisiana

Hours: 10 am–4 pm

+13372334077

Visit website

Prejean's

4.4 ★ ★ ★ ★ ☆

Near the end, short detour

3.1 mi from route ~8 min detour $20 to $30 mile 85.5

Lafayette, Louisiana

Hours: 10:30 am–9 pm

+13378963247

Visit website

4.7 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Near the end, short detour

1.8 mi from route ~4 min detour mile 85.5

Lafayette, Louisiana

Hours: 8 am–5 pm

+13372918448

Moncus Park

4.7 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Near the end, short detour

2.2 mi from route ~5 min detour mile 92.6

Lafayette, Louisiana

Hours: 5 am–10 pm

+13375001177

Visit website

4.3 ★ ★ ★ ★ ☆

Near the end, short detour

2.5 mi from route ~6 min detour mile 85.5

Lafayette, Louisiana

Hours: 9 am–5 pm

+13372915544

Visit website

Place data sourced from public business listings. Hours and availability may vary.

Fuel & Cost

Regular Gas

$15.06 one way

$30.11 round trip

$3.84/gal 25.4 MPG avg 35 kg CO₂

Fuel Type	$/gal	One Way	Round Trip
midgrade	$4.21	$16.53	$33.06
premium	$4.56	$17.89	$35.79
diesel	$5.61	$22.01	$44.03

Estimated Tolls: $0.15

Northwest Evangeline Thruway (2.2 mi) $0.15

Toll estimates based on average 2024-2025 rates. EZ-Pass/SunPass discounts may lower the actual cost.

Estimated Trip Cost (one way, 1 person)

Fuel

$15

Tolls

$0

Meals

$25–$50

Total

$40–$65

Rough estimate based on US averages. Hotel $80–$140/night, meals $25–$50/day.

Estimated CO2 emission: 34.9 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-13.

Driving Electric?

About $10 in charging · 0 stops · 66% less CO₂

Vehicle Type	kWh	DC Fast	Home Charge
Average EV	29.9	$10.47	$4.79
Efficient EV	24.9	$8.72	$3.99
EV Truck/SUV	39.9	$13.96	$6.38

Gas CO2

35 kg

EV CO2

12 kg (66% 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.

Forecast as of Apr 17, 2026

Origin

Alexandria, LA

Late night in Alexandria on Friday

Local time

2:28 AM

CDT

Current temp

85°F

Unavailable

Live forecast

Destination

Milton, LA

Late night in Milton on Friday

Local time

2:28 AM

CDT

Current temp

65°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

20 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

1h 53m 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 Milton, LA covers 99.7 miles and takes about 1h 53m without stops. Add 15-30 minutes for a fuel or rest stop on longer drives.

The main roads are Martin Luther King, Jr Highway, Veterans Memorial Expressway, East Kaliste Saloom Road. Expect a mix of highway and local road driving.

This is a comfortable same-day trip.

The midpoint is about 49.9 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 $15.06 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.

The drive from Alexandria, LA to Milton, LA is easy. At 1h 53m with 11% highway, most drivers will find it relaxed and low-stress.

The main spots that need attention: at 0.4 miles (Thorn Road): Navigation decision point; at 0.6 miles: Navigation decision point; at 90 miles (East Kaliste Saloom Road): Lane positioning matters here.

The route from Alexandria, LA to Milton, LA does not surface many named destination signs beyond the main corridor.

Data sources

The figures on this page are computed from open government and mapping datasets, not crowdsourced reviews. Distances and geometry come from OSRM over OpenStreetMap. Fuel cost uses EIA weekly regional averages. Full methodology, refresh cadence, and limitations are documented on the methodology page.

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Trip from Alexandria, LA to Milton, LA

Best Time to Leave

Trip Overview

Who Is This Route For?

Drive Character

How Hard Is This Drive?

Critical Maneuvers

Main Roads

Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions

Trip Plan

Before You Leave

Where to Stop

Pacing Suggestions

Arriving in Milton, LA

Nearby Places

T-Coon's Restaurant

T-Coon's Restaurant

Bon Temps Grill

Bangkok Thai Restaurant

Spoonbill Watering Hole & Restaurant

Vestal Restaurant

The Cottage Restaurant

Vermilionville Historic Village

Prejean's

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ChargePoint Charging Station

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Fuel & Cost

Travel Intel

Alexandria, LA

Milton, LA

Same local time

20 degrees cooler at arrival

1h 53m on the road

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Is this a good same-day trip?

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