Compiled and reviewed by the Trip.ovh planning team at COD Solutions Oy · Last reviewed Apr 18, 2026 · Editorial standards
Drive Time
1h 24m
Distance
59.6 mi
96 km
Drive Score
9/10
Great drive
Same Day?
Yes, doable
Fuel Cost
$9
one way
EV Charging
Fair
4 stations
Estimated drive times based on typical traffic patterns. Actual times may vary with weather, construction, and real-time conditions.
Monroe, LA
Perry Z
Oak Grove, LA
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The drive from Monroe, LA to Oak Grove, LA covers 59.6 miles and takes about 1h 24m behind the wheel. This route is realistic as a one-day drive if you keep your stops efficient.
The route leans on United States Highway 165, State Route 2, Oak Grove Highway for much of the mileage, and the overall profile is mixed drive. The longest uninterrupted segment is about 16.7 miles on United States Highway 165. At current regular gas prices, budget about $9.00 one way before food or hotel costs.
Weekend Trip
Doable as a same-day drive at 1h 24m. Total distance: 59.6 miles.
Family Friendly
Moderate complexity with 0 natural rest stops along the way.
Solo Traveler
1h 24m drive, comfortable solo distance.
EV Driver
0 DC fast chargers along the route. Coverage: unknown.
First-Time Driver
Mostly highway driving (50%). Straightforward navigation.
Scenic Drive
Mixed drive route profile with national parks nearby.
The drive from Monroe, LA to Oak Grove, LA covers 59.6 miles and takes about 1h 24m, using a mix of highways and local roads.
This route mixes highway mileage with some local-road sections near the start or finish. Navigation is very simple - set it and forget it for most of the drive. The trickiest moment comes early in the drive.
Very easy - short and simple to drive
Balances navigation complexity with total wheel time.
The drive from Monroe, LA to Oak Grove, LA is easy. At 1h 24m with 50% highway, most drivers will find it relaxed and low-stress.
Where does it get tricky?
The main spots that need attention: near the start: Navigation decision point; near the start (US 80; LA 15 / Louisville Avenue): Navigation decision point; at 2.2 miles (Breard Street): Navigation decision point.
These are the spots where you need to pay the most attention. Preview them before you drive.
Turn left
Navigation decision point
Turn right onto US 80; LA 15 / Louisville Avenue
Navigation decision point
Turn left onto Breard Street
Navigation decision point
Turn left onto US 165 / Sterlington Road
Navigation decision point
Turn right onto US 425; LA 2 / East Davenport Avenue
Navigation decision point
| Road | Distance | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| United States Highway 165 | 16.7 mi | 19m |
| State Route 2 | 13.3 mi | 19m |
| Oak Grove Highway | 11 mi | 16m |
| Grabault Road | 3.9 mi | 6m |
| Sterlington Road | 3.7 mi | 4m |
| Louisville Avenue | 2.2 mi | 3m |
| Mer Rouge-Collinston Road | 1.8 mi | 3m |
| East Madison Avenue | 1.4 mi | 2m |
Step-by-step road directions between Monroe, LA and Oak Grove, LA.
Start on this road
Turn left
Turn right onto US 80; LA 15
Turn left onto Breard Street
Turn left onto US 165
Continue on US 165
Continue on US 165; LA 2
Turn slight right onto US 165; LA 2
Turn straight onto US 165; US 425; LA 2
Continue on US 165; US 425; LA 2
Turn right onto Grabault Road
Turn left onto LA 138
Continue on LA 138
Turn right onto US 425; LA 2
Turn slight left onto LA 2
Continue on LA 2
Continue on LA 2
Continue on LA 2
Arrive at destination
Rest stops, refuel points, and overnight suggestions along this route.
Halfway Point
Midpoint
About 29.8 mi from Monroe, LA · 39m into the drive
Mid-route town
Meal stop
30 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.
A short stop after about 13 miles helps settle the day before fatigue starts building.
The midpoint is around 29.8 miles from Monroe, LA, which is a good place for a longer meal and fuel stop.
The final approach into Oak Grove, 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.
Regular Gas
$9.00 one way
$18.00 round trip
| Fuel Type | $/gal | One Way | Round Trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| midgrade | $4.21 | $9.88 | $19.76 |
| premium | $4.56 | $10.70 | $21.39 |
| diesel | $5.61 | $13.16 | $26.32 |
No toll roads detected on this route.
Drive Cost (one way)
Fuel
$9
Estimated CO2 emission: 20.9 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-13.
Driving Electric?
About $6 in charging · 0 stops · 67% less CO2
| Vehicle Type | kWh | Stops | DC Fast | Home Charge |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Average EV | 17.9 | 0 | $6.26 | $2.86 |
| Efficient EV | 14.9 | 0 | $5.22 | $2.38 |
| EV Truck/SUV | 23.8 | 0 | $8.34 | $3.81 |
Gas CO2
21 kg
EV CO2
7 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.
Current conditions at both ends of the drive.
Origin
Late night in Monroe on Saturday
Local time
1:48 AM
CDT
Current temp
89°F
Slight Chance Showers And Thunderstorms
Destination
Late night in Oak Grove on Saturday
Local time
1:48 AM
CDT
Current temp
57°F
Unavailable
Time zone
Origin and destination are on the same clock, so arrival timing is easier to judge at a glance.
Temperature spread
A meaningful temperature swing is a good cue to rethink layers, water, and how soon you want to arrive.
Road read
The weather snapshot is not static. If you are leaving later, give both cities one more quick forecast check before departure.
Weather data from the National Weather Service. Conditions may change; check closer to your travel date.
Compiled by the Trip.ovh planning team at COD Solutions Oy from open government datasets — OSRM over OpenStreetMap for geometry, EIA for fuel prices, and NPS for national parks. See our methodology for refresh cadence and limitations.
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