Origin
Jonesboro, LA
Evening in Jonesboro on Sunday
Local time
7:51 PM
CDT
Current temp
65°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
Trip from Jonesboro, LA to Monroe, LA
Drive Time
1h 7m
Distance
54.1 mi
87 km
Drive Score
9/10
Great drive
Same Day?
Yes, doable
Fuel Cost
$8
one way
EV Charging
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station data
Best Time to Leave
4 AM
1h 2m
★
6 AM
1h 7m
8 AM
1h 18m
10 AM
1h 11m
12 PM
1h 10m
3 PM
1h 11m
5 PM
1h 17m
8 PM
1h 4m
Estimated drive times based on typical traffic patterns. Actual times may vary with weather, construction, and real-time conditions.
Monroe, LA
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Trip Overview
If you are looking to travel from Jonesboro to Monroe, Louisiana, you can expect a quick journey covering 54.2 miles. This drive typically takes about 58 minutes, making it a perfect candidate for a single-day trip. You will navigate primarily via the Pershing Highway, Quitman Highway, and South Vienna Street rather than relying on interstates. With an estimated fuel cost of only $7, it is an incredibly economical route to manage. Since both cities are located within the Southeast region of the state, you will find the drive straightforward and familiar. It is an ideal path for those who prefer local roads over high-speed highway travel.
Trip Pace
Same-day drive is realistic
A same-day return is realistic if you keep stops short.
Break Rhythm
0 planned breaks
A short stop every 2 to 3 hours is enough for this drive.
Midpoint
27.1 miles from Jonesboro, LA
A natural place for your longest stop of the day , about 36m into the drive .
Drive Character
Expect a turn-heavy local drive rather than a monotonous interstate grind on this 54.2-mile stretch. The route features a 0% highway share, meaning you will spend the entire time navigating regional roads like the Pershing Highway and South Vienna Street. Because the longest uninterrupted stretch on the Pershing Highway is 0 miles, you should be prepared for a drive that requires your full attention at the wheel. The character of the road is consistently local, shifting through various surface streets as you transition between the two towns. You will find that the lack of highway miles creates a more hands-on driving experience compared to typical cross-country transit.
Expect a mix of faster highway mileage and slower local approaches near the beginning or end.
There are about 16 navigation steps in the underlying route data, so the final approach matters more than the middle miles.
I 20 is the longest continuous segment at about 29.1 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 0.4 miles in near US 167; LA 147 / Pershing Highway.
Route Complexity
3/10
Easy - simple navigation with a manageable amount of wheel time
This is a straightforward 1h 7m drive. You will face about 7 decision points, but nothing that requires special attention if you follow navigation.
Where does it get tricky?
The main spots that need attention: at 0.4 miles (US 167; LA 147 / Pershing Highway): Navigation decision point; at 52.2 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early; at 52.3 miles: Highway fork - watch signs carefully.
Critical Maneuvers
5 of 7 key pointsThese are the spots where you need to pay the most attention. Preview them before you drive.
3
0.4 mi into trip
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~0m in
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US 167; LA 147 / Pershing Highway
Turn left onto US 167; LA 147 / Pershing Highway
Navigation decision point
4
52.2 mi into trip
|
~1h 3m in
Take the exit toward LA 34
Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early
Toward LA 34
5
52.3 mi into trip
|
~1h 3m in
Keep slight left at fork toward LA 34 North
Highway fork - watch signs carefully
Toward LA 34 North
4
54.1 mi into trip
|
~1h 7m in
Turn right
Navigation decision point
4
54.1 mi into trip
|
~1h 7m in
Turn right
Navigation decision point
Main Roads
| Road | Distance | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| I 20 | 29.1 mi | 31m |
| Quitman Highway | 15.9 mi | 18m |
| South Vienna Street | 4.1 mi | 7m |
| Pershing Highway | 2.4 mi | 3m |
| Louisville Avenue | 0.5 mi | 1m |
| Allen Avenue | 0.4 mi | <1m |
| Mill Street | 0.3 mi | <1m |
| Bridge Street | 0.3 mi | <1m |
Longest stretch:
I 20
— 29.1 mi, about 31m
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Jonesboro, LA and Monroe, LA.
1
Start on Allen Avenue
0.4 mi
·
44 sec
·
Allen Avenue
2
Turn left onto US 167; LA 147
2.4 mi
·
3 min
·
Pershing Highway
3
Continue on US 167
16 mi
·
18 min
·
Quitman Highway
4
Continue on US 167
4.1 mi
·
7 min
·
South Vienna Street
5
Turn right onto South Service Road West
0.1 mi
·
12 sec
·
South Service Road West
6
Take the ramp
0.2 mi
·
20 sec
7
Merge onto I 20
29 mi
·
31 min
·
I 20
8
Take the exit
0.1 mi
·
16 sec
Toward LA 34
9
Keep slight left at fork
0.4 mi
·
50 sec
Toward LA 34 North
10
Turn straight onto LA 34
0.3 mi
·
25 sec
·
Stella Street
11
Continue on LA 34
0.3 mi
·
30 sec
·
Mill Street
12
Continue on LA 34
0.3 mi
·
31 sec
·
Bridge Street
13
Continue on US 80; LA 15
0.5 mi
·
1 min
·
Louisville Avenue
14
Turn right
45 ft
·
5 sec
15
Turn right
38 ft
·
2 sec
16
Arrive at destination
Trip Plan
Since this is a short, sub-one-hour drive, you have plenty of flexibility in your departure time. You can easily complete the 54.2-mile distance without planning for any formal stops, though keeping your fuel budget of $7 in mind will help you keep costs predictable. Because the route relies entirely on local roads, stay alert for changing speed limits and intersections that require frequent adjustments. Take advantage of the short duration to plan your arrival in Monroe precisely, as you do not need to factor in extensive travel fatigue. Focus on navigating the turns of the Quitman Highway carefully, as these local segments will be your primary waypoints throughout the trip.
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 27.1 miles from Jonesboro, LA, or about 36m into the drive.
The longest continuous stretch on this route runs about 29.1 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 54.1 miles or 1h 7m in
Use this first pause for coffee, a restroom break, and a quick traffic check ahead.
Halfway reset
Around 27.1 miles or 36m in
This is the best place for your longest stop, a real meal, and a full fuel check.
Final approach
Final hour starts around 56m
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 Jonesboro, 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 Jonesboro, LA
This is one driving day of about 54.1 miles and 1h 7m.
Your first comfortable stop window is around 80 miles from Jonesboro, LA.
This route can stay practical as a one-day drive if traffic stays reasonable.
You may only need one short stretch stop if conditions stay smooth.
The longest stretch is on I 20 for about 29.1 miles.
Where to Stop
Rest stops, refuel points, and overnight suggestions along this route.
Halfway Point
Midpoint
About 27.1 mi from Jonesboro, LA · 36m into the drive
Mid-route town
Meal stop
27 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 54.1 miles helps settle the day before fatigue starts building.
Meal break
The midpoint is around 27.1 miles from Jonesboro, LA, which is a good place for a longer meal and fuel stop.
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
$8.27 one way
$16.54 round trip
$3.88/gal
25.4 MPG avg
19 kg CO2
| Fuel Type | $/gal | One Way | Round Trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| midgrade | $4.26 | $9.07 | $18.14 |
| premium | $4.61 | $9.82 | $19.64 |
| diesel | $5.64 | $12.02 | $24.04 |
No toll roads detected on this route.
Estimated Trip Cost (one way, 1 person)
Fuel
$8
Meals
$25–$50
Total
$33–$58
Rough estimate based on US averages. Hotel $80–$140/night, meals $25–$50/day.
Estimated CO2 emission: 18.9 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-06.
Driving Electric?
About $6 in charging · 0 stops · 68% less CO2
| Vehicle Type | kWh | Stops | DC Fast | Home Charge |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Average EV | 16.2 | 0 | $5.68 | $2.60 |
| Efficient EV | 13.5 | 0 | $4.73 | $2.16 |
| EV Truck/SUV | 21.6 | 0 | $7.57 | $3.46 |
Gas CO2
19 kg
EV CO2
6 kg (68% 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
Evening in Monroe on Sunday
Local time
7:51 PM
CDT
Current temp
90°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
Along the Route
63°F
Garland, TX
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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
25 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 7m 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 Jonesboro, LA to Monroe, LA covers 54.1 miles and takes about 1h 7m without stops. Add 15-30 minutes for a fuel or rest stop on longer drives.
The main roads are I 20, Quitman Highway, South Vienna Street. Expect a mix of highway and local road driving.
This is a comfortable same-day trip.
The midpoint is about 27.1 miles from Jonesboro, LA. Look for rest areas, gas stations, or food options near the halfway mark.
At current regular gas prices, expect to spend about $8.27 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 7m drive. You will face about 7 decision points, but nothing that requires special attention if you follow navigation.
The main spots that need attention: at 0.4 miles (US 167; LA 147 / Pershing Highway): Navigation decision point; at 52.2 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early; at 52.3 miles: Highway fork - watch signs carefully.
The route from Jonesboro, LA to Monroe, LA does not surface many named destination signs beyond the main corridor.
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