Origin
Livonia, LA
Night in Livonia on Wednesday
Local time
11:00 PM
CDT
Current temp
59°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
Trip from Livonia, LA to Monroe, LA
Last recalculated Apr 16, 2026
Drive Time
3h 41m
Distance
192.4 mi
310 km
Drive Score
8/10
Great drive
Same Day?
Yes, doable
Fuel Cost
$29
one way
Best Time to Leave
4 AM
3h 29m
★
6 AM
3h 42m
8 AM
4h 7m
10 AM
3h 50m
12 PM
3h 48m
3 PM
3h 52m
5 PM
4h 6m
8 PM
3h 34m
Estimated drive times based on typical traffic patterns. Actual times may vary with weather, construction, and real-time conditions.
Livonia, LA
Oleksandr Plakhota
Monroe, LA
Perry Z
Trip Overview
Spanning 192.8 miles, this journey from Livonia to Monroe takes approximately 3 hours and 8 minutes of drive time. Because the trip is relatively short, it functions perfectly as a straightforward day trip that doesn't require an overnight stay. You will primarily navigate via State Route 78, Airline Highway, and I-49 North to reach your destination in the Southeast region of Louisiana. Budgeting about $26 for fuel should cover your travel costs comfortably. Since you aren't crossing into a new region, the atmosphere remains consistent throughout the drive. This route is ideal if you prefer a direct, no-fuss connection between these two points.
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
96.2 miles from Livonia, LA
A natural place for your longest stop of the day , about 1h 50m into the drive .
Drive Character
Expect a turn-heavy local drive rather than a monotonous interstate cruise, as this route features zero percent highway share. You will be navigating local roads for the entirety of the 192.8-mile distance, meaning you should prepare for a more hands-on experience behind the wheel. There are no long, uninterrupted stretches on State Route 78, requiring your full attention as you transition between sections. The character of the road is defined by its local pacing rather than high-speed highway travel. Plan for a drive that demands steady focus as you navigate the turns that make up this specific path to Monroe.
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.
State Route 78 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 Livonia, LA to Monroe, LA is easy. At 3h 41m 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 Livonia, LA to Monroe, LA is straightforward, with well-signed roads and simple exits.
Main Roads
| Road | Distance | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| State Route 78 | — | — |
| Airline Highway | — | — |
| I 49 North | — | — |
| Charles I | — | — |
| US 167 North | — | — |
| US 165 | — | — |
| US 165 North | — | — |
| Monroe Highway | — | — |
Some road-level metrics are being recalculated.
Longest stretch:
State Route 78
— detailed segment metrics are refreshing.
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Livonia, LA and Monroe, LA.
1
Start on State Route 78
0.3 mi
·
36 sec
·
State Route 78
2
Turn right onto Airline Highway
31 mi
·
38 min
·
Airline Highway
3
Take the exit slight right toward I 49 North, US 167 North: Alexandria
0.3 mi
·
36 sec
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I 49 North, US 167 North: Alexandria
4
Merge slight left onto Charles I. "Doc" Hudson Highway
65 mi
·
1 hr 5 min
·
Charles I. "Doc" Hudson Highway
5
Take the exit slight right toward US 167 North, LA 28 East, LA 1: Pineville Expressway, Casson Street
0.2 mi
·
30 sec
·
US 167 North, LA 28 East, LA 1: Pineville Expressway, Casson Street
6
Keep slight left to continue on US 167 North, LA 28 East: Pineville Expressway
4.6 mi
·
6 min
·
US 167 North, LA 28 East: Pineville Expressway
7
Take the exit slight right toward US 165: Alexandria, Monroe
0.2 mi
·
17 sec
·
US 165: Alexandria, Monroe
8
Keep slight right to continue on US 165 North: Monroe
338 ft
·
8 sec
·
US 165 North: Monroe
9
Merge slight left onto Monroe Highway
83 mi
·
1 hr 36 min
·
Monroe Highway
10
Turn straight
5.9 mi
·
9 min
11
Turn right onto Ouachita Avenue
0.5 mi
·
51 sec
·
Ouachita Avenue
12
Continue on Lea Joyner Memorial Expressway
0.6 mi
·
54 sec
·
Lea Joyner Memorial Expressway
13
Continue on North 6th Street
0.3 mi
·
35 sec
·
North 6th Street
14
Turn left onto Louisville Avenue
0.1 mi
·
18 sec
·
Louisville Avenue
15
Turn left
46 ft
·
5 sec
16
Turn right
39 ft
·
3 sec
17
Arrive at your destination
Trip Plan
Given the 3-hour and 8-minute duration, you have plenty of flexibility to plan your departure time based on your personal schedule. While the route is manageable in one go, you should account for at least one stop to break up the local driving. Keep in mind that since the route is entirely non-highway, your travel time can fluctuate depending on local traffic conditions. Make sure to fuel up before you head out, as your estimated $26 cost is based on steady driving conditions. A helpful tip for this route is to prioritize your focus on the turns, as the lack of highway stretches means you will be frequently adjusting your speed and navigating local intersections.
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 96.2 miles from Livonia, LA, or about 1h 50m 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 42 miles or 48m in
Use this first pause for coffee, a restroom break, and a quick traffic check ahead.
Halfway reset
Around 96.2 miles or 1h 50m in
This is the best place for your longest stop, a real meal, and a full fuel check.
Final approach
Final hour starts around 3h 1m
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 Livonia, 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 Livonia, LA
This is one driving day of about 192.4 miles and 3h 41m.
Your first comfortable stop window is around 42 miles from Livonia, 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 96.2 mi from Livonia, LA · 1h 50m into the drive
Mid-route town
Meal stop
96 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 42 miles helps settle the day before fatigue starts building.
Meal break
The midpoint is around 96.2 miles from Livonia, 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
$29.06 one way
$58.11 round trip
$3.84/gal
25.4 MPG avg
67 kg CO2
| Fuel Type | $/gal | One Way | Round Trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| midgrade | $4.21 | $31.90 | $63.79 |
| premium | $4.56 | $34.53 | $69.07 |
| diesel | $5.61 | $42.48 | $84.96 |
No toll roads detected on this route.
Estimated Trip Cost (one way, 1 person)
Fuel
$29
Meals
$25–$50
Total
$54–$79
Rough estimate based on US averages. Hotel $80–$140/night, meals $25–$50/day.
Estimated CO2 emission: 67.3 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-13.
Driving Electric?
About $20 in charging · 0 stops · 66% less CO2
| Vehicle Type | kWh | Stops | DC Fast | Home Charge |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Average EV | 57.7 | 0 | $20.20 | $9.24 |
| Efficient EV | 48.1 | 0 | $16.84 | $7.70 |
| EV Truck/SUV | 77 | 0 | $26.94 | $12.31 |
Gas CO2
67 kg
EV CO2
23 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.
Destination
Monroe, LA
Night in Monroe on Wednesday
Local time
11:00 PM
CDT
Current temp
57°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
2 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
3h 41m 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 Livonia, LA to Monroe, LA covers 192.4 miles and takes about 3h 41m without stops. Add 15-30 minutes for a fuel or rest stop on longer drives.
The main roads are State Route 78, Airline Highway, I 49 North. Expect a mix of highway and local road driving.
This is a comfortable same-day trip.
The midpoint is about 96.2 miles from Livonia, LA. Look for rest areas, gas stations, or food options near the halfway mark.
At current regular gas prices, expect to spend about $29.06 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.
The drive from Livonia, LA to Monroe, LA is easy. At 3h 41m 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 Livonia, LA to Monroe, LA is straightforward, with well-signed roads and simple exits.
The route from Livonia, LA to Monroe, LA does not surface many named destination signs beyond the main corridor.
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