Origin
Batchelor, LA
Afternoon in Batchelor on Sunday
Local time
2:48 PM
CDT
Current temp
67°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
Trip from Batchelor, LA to Monroe, LA
Drive Time
3h 19m
Distance
153.2 mi
247 km
Drive Score
9/10
Great drive
Same Day?
Yes, doable
Fuel Cost
$23
one way
Best Time to Leave
4 AM
3h 7m
★
6 AM
3h 19m
8 AM
3h 43m
10 AM
3h 28m
12 PM
3h 25m
3 PM
3h 29m
5 PM
3h 42m
8 PM
3h 12m
Estimated drive times based on typical traffic patterns. Actual times may vary with weather, construction, and real-time conditions.
Batchelor, LA
Abhishek Navlakha
Monroe, LA
adrian vieriu
Trip Overview
Traveling from Batchelor to Monroe is a straightforward 153.2-mile journey that typically takes about 3 hours and 19 minutes. Because this is a relatively short trip, you can easily complete it in a single day without needing an overnight stay. Your route takes you through the Southeast region of Louisiana, relying on a combination of E. E. Wallace Boulevard North, LA 15, and I-20. With a fuel budget of approximately $23, it remains an affordable trek for a weekend getaway or a necessary business trip. Since the drive is manageable, you have plenty of flexibility to plan your departure time around your personal schedule.
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
76.6 miles from Batchelor, LA
A natural place for your longest stop of the day , about 1h 51m into the drive .
Drive Character
This trip offers a mixed driving profile, balancing local roads with faster interstate travel. Roughly 52% of your time will be spent on highways, so expect a transition from slower, local routes to the higher speeds of I-20. You will encounter your longest uninterrupted stretch early on, covering 63.2 miles along E. E. Wallace Boulevard North. As you progress toward Monroe, the road conditions will shift, requiring you to remain alert as you move between rural stretches and larger transit arteries. It is a functional drive that requires steady focus rather than a high-intensity technical experience.
Expect a mix of faster highway mileage and slower local approaches near the beginning or end.
There are about 18 navigation steps in the underlying route data, so the final approach matters more than the middle miles.
E. E. Wallace Boulevard North is the longest continuous segment at about 63.2 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 early in the drive near LA 1 / Gayden Road.
Route Complexity
3/10
Easy - simple navigation with a manageable amount of wheel time
This is a straightforward 3h 19m drive. You will face about 11 decision points, but nothing that requires special attention if you follow navigation.
Where does it get tricky?
The main spots that need attention: near the start (LA 1 / Gayden Road): Navigation decision point; at 8.2 miles (State Route 15): Navigation decision point; at 59.3 miles (State Route 15): Navigation decision point.
Critical Maneuvers
5 of 11 key pointsThese are the spots where you need to pay the most attention. Preview them before you drive.
4
0 mi into trip
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~0m in
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LA 1 / Gayden Road
Turn left onto LA 1 / Gayden Road
Navigation decision point
4
8.2 mi into trip
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~12m in
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State Route 15
Turn right onto State Route 15
Navigation decision point
4
59.3 mi into trip
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~1h 28m in
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State Route 15
Turn left onto State Route 15
Navigation decision point
5
152 mi into trip
|
~3h 17m in
Take the exit toward US 165 BUS, LA 15: Civic Center
Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one
Toward US 165 BUS, LA 15: Civic Center
5
152.2 mi into trip
|
~3h 17m in
Keep slight right at fork
Highway fork - watch signs carefully
Main Roads
| Road | Distance | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| E. E. Wallace Boulevard North | 63.2 mi | 1h 12m |
| LA 15 | 46.2 mi | 1h 8m |
| I 20 | 20.3 mi | 22m |
| State Route 15 | 12.9 mi | 19m |
| Gayden Road | 8.2 mi | 12m |
| Lea Joyner Memorial Expressway | 0.5 mi | <1m |
| Louisiana Avenue | 0.5 mi | <1m |
| East Wallace Boulevard | 0.4 mi | <1m |
Longest stretch:
E. E. Wallace Boulevard North
— 63.2 mi, about 1h 12m
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Batchelor, LA and Monroe, LA.
1
Start on LA 419
197 ft
·
9 sec
·
State Route 419
2
Turn left onto LA 1
8.2 mi
·
12 min
·
Gayden Road
3
Turn right onto State Route 15
4.9 mi
·
7 min
·
State Route 15
4
Continue on LA 15
46 mi
·
1 hr 8 min
·
LA 15
5
Turn left onto State Route 15
8.0 mi
·
11 min
·
State Route 15
6
Turn right onto US 84; LA 15
0.5 mi
·
45 sec
·
Louisiana Avenue
7
Turn left onto US 425; LA 15
0.4 mi
·
32 sec
·
East Wallace Boulevard
8
Continue on US 425; LA 15
63 mi
·
1 hr 12 min
·
E. E. Wallace Boulevard North
Use the none lane.
9
Turn left
0.3 mi
·
35 sec
10
Merge onto I 20
20 mi
·
22 min
·
I 20
11
Take the exit
0.1 mi
·
18 sec
Toward US 165 BUS, LA 15: Civic Center
12
Keep slight right at fork
303 ft
·
7 sec
13
Turn straight onto US 165 Business; LA 15
0.5 mi
·
45 sec
·
Lea Joyner Memorial Expressway
14
Continue on US 165 Business; LA 15
0.3 mi
·
35 sec
·
North 6th Street
15
Turn left onto US 80; US 165 Business; LA 15
0.1 mi
·
17 sec
·
Louisville Avenue
16
Turn left
45 ft
·
5 sec
17
Turn right
38 ft
·
2 sec
18
Arrive at destination
Trip Plan
To make the most of this drive, plan for at least one dedicated stop to break up the 3-hour and 19-minute transit time. Since your route involves a significant portion of local roads before hitting the interstate, try to depart during daylight hours to ensure better visibility on the initial legs of the trip. Keep an eye on your fuel gauge before leaving Batchelor to ensure your $23 budget covers your needs comfortably. Because you have only one major stop planned, use that time to stretch your legs before tackling the final stretch of the journey. Flexibility is your best asset here, so don't feel rushed to complete the 153.2 miles in one go if you prefer a more leisurely pace.
Morning Departure
An early start around 7-8 AM gets you there with plenty of daylight left.
Evening Departure
A late afternoon start means arriving after dark. Morning is better.
You can normally do this drive in one day.
Plan roughly 1 meaningful break for fuel, food, and rest.
The halfway point lands around 76.6 miles from Batchelor, LA, or about 1h 51m into the drive.
The longest continuous stretch on this route runs about 63.2 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 55m in
Use this first pause for coffee, a restroom break, and a quick traffic check ahead.
Halfway reset
Around 76.6 miles or 1h 51m 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 47m
Traffic, exits, and arrival timing usually matter more near Monroe, LA than in the middle of the route.
Before You Leave
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Open the route before leaving Batchelor, 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 Batchelor, LA
This is one driving day of about 153.2 miles and 3h 19m.
Your first comfortable stop window is around 80 miles from Batchelor, 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 E. E. Wallace Boulevard North for about 63.2 miles.
Where to Stop
Rest stops, refuel points, and overnight suggestions along this route.
Halfway Point
Midpoint
About 76.6 mi from Batchelor, LA · 1h 51m into the drive
Mid-route town
Meal stop
77 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 76.6 miles from Batchelor, LA, which is a good place for a longer meal and fuel stop.
Before the longest stretch
Fuel checkTop up before E. E. Wallace Boulevard North if your tank is already low. That segment runs about 63.2 miles.
Arriving in Monroe, LA
The final approach into Monroe, 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 Monroe, 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
$23.42 one way
$46.84 round trip
$3.88/gal
25.4 MPG avg
54 kg CO2
| Fuel Type | $/gal | One Way | Round Trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| midgrade | $4.26 | $25.69 | $51.38 |
| premium | $4.61 | $27.81 | $55.61 |
| diesel | $5.64 | $34.04 | $68.07 |
No toll roads detected on this route.
Estimated Trip Cost (one way, 1 person)
Fuel
$23
Meals
$25–$50
Total
$48–$73
Rough estimate based on US averages. Hotel $80–$140/night, meals $25–$50/day.
Estimated CO2 emission: 53.6 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-06.
Driving Electric?
About $16 in charging · 0 stops · 67% less CO2
| Vehicle Type | kWh | Stops | DC Fast | Home Charge |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Average EV | 46 | 0 | $16.09 | $7.35 |
| Efficient EV | 38.3 | 0 | $13.40 | $6.13 |
| EV Truck/SUV | 61.3 | 0 | $21.45 | $9.80 |
Gas CO2
54 kg
EV CO2
18 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
Monroe, LA
Afternoon in Monroe on Sunday
Local time
2:48 PM
CDT
Current temp
90°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
Along the Route
89°F
Alexandria, LA
77 mi in
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
3h 19m 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 Batchelor, LA to Monroe, LA covers 153.2 miles and takes about 3h 19m without stops. Add 15-30 minutes for a fuel or rest stop on longer drives.
The main roads are E. E. Wallace Boulevard North, LA 15, I 20. Expect a mix of highway and local road driving.
This is a comfortable same-day trip.
The midpoint is about 76.6 miles from Batchelor, LA. Look for rest areas, gas stations, or food options near the halfway mark.
At current regular gas prices, expect to spend about $23.42 one way. This estimate uses 25.4 MPG — your actual cost will vary with your vehicle's fuel efficiency and current gas prices.
An early start around 7-8 AM gets you there with plenty of daylight left. A late afternoon start means arriving after dark. Morning is better.
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 straightforward 3h 19m drive. You will face about 11 decision points, but nothing that requires special attention if you follow navigation.
The main spots that need attention: near the start (LA 1 / Gayden Road): Navigation decision point; at 8.2 miles (State Route 15): Navigation decision point; at 59.3 miles (State Route 15): Navigation decision point.
The route from Batchelor, LA to Monroe, LA does not surface many named destination signs beyond the main corridor.
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