Origin
Monroe, LA
Afternoon in Monroe on Sunday
Local time
4:16 PM
CDT
Current temp
90°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
Trip from Monroe, LA to Jonesboro, LA
Drive Time
1h 7m
Distance
54.1 mi
87 km
Drive Score
7/10
Good 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 12m
5 PM
1h 18m
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 planning to travel from Monroe to Jonesboro, expect a straightforward 54.1-mile journey that takes about 1 hour and 7 minutes. Since this is a relatively short trip, it works perfectly as a one-day excursion, meaning you won't need to worry about booking an overnight stay. Your fuel budget for the trek will be approximately $7, making it a very economical ride. You will be traveling entirely within the Southeast region of Louisiana, staying on local roads rather than interstates. Given the turn-heavy nature of the drive, it is best to view this as a practical local connection rather than a high-speed transit route.
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 miles from Monroe, LA
A natural place for your longest stop of the day , about 33m into the drive .
Drive Character
Expect a turn-heavy local drive that keeps you engaged behind the wheel. You will navigate via Louisville Avenue, Bridge Street, and Stella Street, as the route maintains a 0% highway share throughout the trip. Because there are no long highway stretches, you won't encounter the monotony of interstate driving; in fact, the longest uninterrupted stretch is 0 miles on Louisville Avenue. This is strictly a surface-street experience, so you should prepare for a slower, more deliberate pace compared to a typical highway commute. The road layout demands your full attention as you transition between these local thoroughfares.
This route has more turning and local-road decision points than a simple highway run.
There are about 16 navigation steps in the underlying route data, so the final approach matters more than the middle miles.
Louisville Avenue 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 Monroe, LA to Jonesboro, LA is easy. At 1h 7m 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 Monroe, LA to Jonesboro, LA is straightforward, with well-signed roads and simple exits.
Main Roads
| Road | Distance | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| Louisville Avenue | Unavailable | Refreshing |
| Bridge Street | Unavailable | Refreshing |
| Stella Street | Unavailable | Refreshing |
| North Service Road East | Unavailable | Refreshing |
| Woodward Avenue | Unavailable | Refreshing |
| North Trenton Street | Unavailable | Refreshing |
| South Vienna Street | Unavailable | Refreshing |
| Quitman Highway | Unavailable | Refreshing |
Per-road distance and duration are being refreshed from OSRM for this route.
Longest stretch:
Louisville Avenue
— detailed segment metrics are refreshing.
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Monroe, LA and Jonesboro, LA.
1
Start on the route
39 ft
·
8 sec
·
the route
2
Turn left
46 ft
·
9 sec
3
Turn left onto Louisville Avenue
0.5 mi
·
58 sec
·
Louisville Avenue
4
Continue on Bridge Street
0.3 mi
·
29 sec
·
Bridge Street
5
Continue on Stella Street
0.4 mi
·
38 sec
·
Stella Street
6
Take the ramp slight right
0.5 mi
·
1 min
7
Merge slight left
29 mi
·
31 min
8
Take the exit slight right
0.2 mi
·
29 sec
9
Turn straight onto North Service Road East
230 ft
·
6 sec
·
North Service Road East
10
Continue on Woodward Avenue
413 ft
·
16 sec
·
Woodward Avenue
11
Turn left onto North Trenton Street
1.6 mi
·
3 min
·
North Trenton Street
12
Merge slight left onto South Vienna Street
2.7 mi
·
4 min
·
South Vienna Street
13
Continue on Quitman Highway
16 mi
·
18 min
·
Quitman Highway
14
Continue on Main Street
2.4 mi
·
3 min
·
Main Street
15
Turn right onto North Allen Avenue
0.4 mi
·
40 sec
·
North Allen Avenue
16
Arrive at your destination
Trip Plan
Because this drive is only 54.1 miles, you have significant flexibility in your departure time, allowing you to avoid peak local traffic if you prefer. Since there are zero scheduled stops on this route, make sure your vehicle is fueled up before you head out, as you will likely want to complete the 1 hour and 7 minute drive in one go. Keep in mind that the turn-heavy nature of Louisville Avenue and the subsequent streets means you should double-check your navigation before setting off. Take advantage of the short duration to plan your arrival in Jonesboro for a specific time, as the lack of highway miles makes your travel time fairly predictable.
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 miles from Monroe, LA, or about 33m 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 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 miles or 33m in
This is the best place for your longest stop, a real meal, and a full fuel check.
Final approach
Final hour starts around 57m
Traffic, exits, and arrival timing usually matter more near Jonesboro, LA than in the middle of the route.
Before You Leave
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Open the route before leaving Monroe, 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 Monroe, LA
This is one driving day of about 54.1 miles and 1h 7m.
Your first comfortable stop window is around 80 miles from Monroe, 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.
Where to Stop
Rest stops, refuel points, and overnight suggestions along this route.
Halfway Point
Midpoint
About 27 mi from Monroe, LA · 33m 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 miles from Monroe, LA, which is a good place for a longer meal and fuel stop.
Arriving in Jonesboro, LA
The final approach into Jonesboro, 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 Jonesboro, 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
Jonesboro, LA
Afternoon in Jonesboro on Sunday
Local time
4:16 PM
CDT
Current temp
65°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
Along the Route
63°F
Garland, TX
27 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
25 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 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 Monroe, LA to Jonesboro, 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 Louisville Avenue, Bridge Street, Stella Street. Expect a mix of highway and local road driving.
This is a comfortable same-day trip.
The midpoint is about 27 miles from Monroe, 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.
The drive from Monroe, LA to Jonesboro, LA is easy. At 1h 7m 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 Monroe, LA to Jonesboro, LA is straightforward, with well-signed roads and simple exits.
The route from Monroe, LA to Jonesboro, LA does not surface many named destination signs beyond the main corridor.
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