The drive from Monroe, LA to Pearl River, LA covers 268.6 miles and takes about 5h 7m behind the wheel.
This route is realistic as a one-day drive if you keep your stops efficient.
The route leans on US 425, West Florida Republic Parkway, I 55 for much of the mileage,
and the overall profile is highway-focused drive.
The longest uninterrupted segment is about 74.1 miles on US 425.
At current regular gas prices, budget about $40.56 one way before food or hotel costs.
Trip Pace
Same-day drive is realistic
A same-day return is possible, but it will make for a full day on the road.
Break Rhythm
1 planned break
Plan on a short reset every 3 to 4 hours to stay fresh behind the wheel.
Midpoint
134.3 miles from Monroe, LA
A natural place for your longest stop of the day
, about 2h 37m into the drive
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Who Is This Route For?
Weekend Trip
Doable as a same-day drive at 5h 7m. Total distance: 268.6 miles.
Family Friendly
Moderate complexity with 1 natural rest stops along the way.
Solo Traveler
5h 7m drive, comfortable solo distance.
First-Time Driver
Mostly highway driving (98%). Some complex stretches to watch for.
Drive Character
This is a 5h 7m highway drive covering 268.6 miles, with most of the trip on US 425 and West Florida Republic Parkway. The longest continuous stretch is about 74.1 miles on US 425.
Most of the miles stay on highways, which makes pacing and fuel planning easier than turn-by-turn city driving.
There are about 34 navigation steps in the underlying route data, so the final approach matters more than the middle miles.
US 425 is the longest continuous segment at about 74.1 miles.
How Hard Is This Drive?
This is a straightforward highway drive that stays mostly on US 425 and West Florida Republic Parkway. This route has several spots where lane changes, forks, or exits need your full attention. The trickiest moment comes around 0.1 miles in near US 165 Business; LA 15 / North 5th Street.
Driving Effort8/10
Demanding - plan breaks and stay ahead of the key maneuvers
Balances navigation complexity with total wheel time.
This is a demanding drive. With 22 significant decision points across 268.6 miles, you will need to stay alert - especially through interchange areas and urban stretches. Consider splitting it into segments if you are not comfortable with fast highway navigation.
Where does it get tricky?
The main spots that need attention: at 0.1 miles (US 165 Business; LA 15 / North 5th Street): Navigation decision point; at 21.5 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one; at 131.2 miles: Highway fork - watch signs carefully.
Critical Maneuvers
5 of 22 key points
These are the spots where you need to pay the most attention. Preview them before you drive.
5
0.1 mi into trip|~0m in|US 165 Business; LA 15 / North 5th Street
Turn right onto US 165 Business; LA 15 / North 5th Street
Navigation decision point
5
21.5 mi into trip|~24m in
Take the exit toward US 425: Rayville, Archibald
Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one
Toward US 425: Rayville, Archibald
5
131.2 mi into trip|~2h 34m in
Keep slight left at fork
Highway fork - watch signs carefully
8
263 mi into trip|~4h 58m in
Take the exit toward US 11: Pearl River, Slidel
Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
Exit 83
Toward US 11: Pearl River, Slidel
8
263.3 mi into trip|~4h 58m in
Keep slight left at fork toward US 11 North: Pearl River
Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here
Use the slight left lane.
Toward US 11 North: Pearl River
Towns Mentioned on Route Signs
Based on OSRM destination-sign hints, not a full list of every settlement the road passes.
On the drive from Monroe, LA to Pearl River, LA, road signs begin pointing toward Archibald along the way.
Archibald
21.5 mi in|~24m
Main Roads
Road
Distance
Duration
US 425
74.1 mi
1h 25m
West Florida Republic Parkway
45.3 mi
48m
I 55
43.2 mi
46m
US 98
43.2 mi
48m
US 84
28.3 mi
32m
I 20
20.3 mi
22m
US 11
3.8 mi
5m
US 61
3.3 mi
3m
Longest stretch:
US 425
— 74.1 mi, about 1h 25m
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Monroe, LA and Pearl River, LA.
1
Start on this road
38 ft·7 sec·this road
2
Turn left
45 ft·5 sec
3
Turn right onto US 80; LA 15
265 ft·8 sec·Louisville Avenue
4
Turn right onto US 165 Business; LA 15
0.2 mi·18 sec·North 5th Street
5
Continue on US 165 Business; LA 15
458 ft·7 sec·North 5th Street
6
Continue on US 165 Business; LA 15
0.7 mi·1 min·Lea Joyner Memorial Expressway
7
Take the ramp
0.2 mi·22 sec
8
Merge onto I 20
20 mi·22 min·I 20
9
Take the exit
0.3 mi·41 sec
Toward US 425: Rayville, Archibald
10
Turn right onto US 425
74 mi·1 hr 25 min·US 425
11
Turn left onto South Canal Street
0.7 mi·1 min·South Canal Street
12
Turn right onto State Street
0.4 mi·54 sec·State Street
13
Turn left onto South Martin Luther King Jr Street
0.2 mi·20 sec·South Martin Luther King Jr Street
14
Turn right onto East Franklin Street
0.8 mi·1 min·East Franklin Street
15
Turn slight left onto Devereaux Drive
1.1 mi·1 min·Devereaux Drive
16
Take the ramp onto Devereaux Drive
0.1 mi·19 sec·Devereaux Drive
17
Merge onto US 61; US 84
3.3 mi·3 min·US 61; US 84
18
Take the exit onto US 84
28 mi·32 min·US 84
19
Take the exit
0.3 mi·39 sec
20
Keep slight left at fork
167 ft·4 sec
21
Turn right onto US 98; MS 184
0.6 mi·43 sec·US 98; MS 184
22
Turn right onto US 98
29 mi·32 min·US 98
23
Take the exit onto US 98
14 mi·14 min·US 98
24
Continue on I 55
43 mi·46 min·I 55
25
Take the exit
0.2 mi·27 sec
Exit 29AToward I 12 East: Slidell
26
Merge onto I 12
45 mi·48 min·West Florida Republic Parkway
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
27
Take the exit
0.3 mi·38 sec
Exit 83Toward US 11: Pearl River, SlidelUse the straight / slight right lanes.
28
Keep slight left at fork
205 ft·7 sec
Toward US 11 North: Pearl RiverUse the slight left lane.
29
Turn left onto US 11
3.8 mi·5 min·US 11
30
Continue on LA 3081
1.2 mi·2 min·Highway 3081
31
Turn left
113 ft·4 sec
32
Turn slight left onto Highway 41 Spur
0.2 mi·31 sec·Highway 41 Spur
33
Turn left onto Hickory Street
23 ft·1 sec·Hickory Street
34
Arrive at destination
Hickory Street
Trip Plan
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 134.3 miles from Monroe, LA, or about 2h 37m into the drive.
The longest continuous stretch on this route runs about 74.1 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 59 miles or 1h 8m in
Use this first pause for coffee, a restroom break, and a quick traffic check ahead.
Halfway reset
Around 134.3 miles or 2h 37m in
This is the best place for your longest stop, a real meal, and a full fuel check.
Final approach
Final hour starts around 4h 12m
Traffic, exits, and arrival timing usually matter more near Pearl River, 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 268.6 miles and 5h 7m.
Your first comfortable stop window is around 59 miles from Monroe, 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 US 425 for about 74.1 miles.
Where to Stop
Rest stops, refuel points, and overnight suggestions along this route.
Halfway Point
Midpoint
About 134.3 mi from Monroe, LA
· 2h 37m into the drive
The midpoint is around 134.3 miles from Monroe, LA, which is a good place for a longer meal and fuel stop.
Before the longest stretch
Fuel check
Top up before US 425 if your tank is already low. That segment runs about 74.1 miles.
Arriving in Pearl River, LA
The final approach into Pearl River, 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 Pearl River, LA.
These stop ideas are pacing suggestions — the exact town or exit can change with traffic, hotel plans, and fuel range.
National Parks Near This Route
Worth a detour if your schedule allows.
Poverty Point National Monument
National Monument
Now a nearly forgotten culture, Poverty Point at its peak 3,000 years ago was part of an enormous trading network that stretched for hundreds of miles across the continent. It was - and is - also an e...
26 mi from route
~66 min detour
Free
near mile 18.5
Discover the roots of jazz at the New Orleans Jazz National Historical Park. Located in the heart of the French Quarter, our park offers live performances, exhibits, and programs that celebrate the le...
28 mi from route
~70 min detour
Free
near mile 259.4
Park data from the National Park Service API. Alerts update every 2 hours.
Fuel & Cost
Regular Gas
$40.56 one way
$81.13 round trip
$3.84/gal25.4 MPG avg94 kg CO2
Fuel Type
$/gal
One Way
Round Trip
midgrade
$4.21
$44.53
$89.06
premium
$4.56
$48.21
$96.42
diesel
$5.61
$59.30
$118.61
No toll roads detected on this route.
Estimated Trip Cost (one way, 1 person)
Fuel
$41
Meals
$25–$50
Total
$66–$91
Rough estimate based on US averages. Hotel $80–$140/night, meals $25–$50/day.
Estimated CO2 emission: 94 kg one way.
Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-13.
Driving Electric?
About $28 in charging
· 0 stops
· 67% less CO2
Vehicle Type
kWh
Stops
DC Fast
Home Charge
Average EV
80.6
0
$28.20
$12.89
Efficient EV
67.2
0
$23.50
$10.74
EV Truck/SUV
107.4
1
$37.60
$17.19
Gas CO2
94 kg
EV CO2
31 kg (67% less)
Plan for 0 charging stops, roughly every 270 miles. Allow 25-40 minutes per stop at a DC fast charger.
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.
Forecast as of Apr 17, 2026
Origin
Monroe, LA
Morning
in Monroe on Friday
Local time
6:54 AM
CDT
Current temp
86°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
Destination
Pearl River, LA
Morning
in Pearl River on Friday
Local time
6:54 AM
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
29 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
5h 7m on the road
An early start around 7-8 AM gets you there with plenty of daylight left.
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 Pearl River, LA covers 268.6 miles and takes about 5h 7m without stops. Add 15-30 minutes for a fuel or rest stop on longer drives.
The main roads are US 425, West Florida Republic Parkway, I 55. Most of the drive stays on highways, so watch for ramps and exits.
This is a comfortable same-day trip.
The midpoint is about 134.3 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 $40.56 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. Plan on a short reset every 3 to 4 hours to stay fresh behind the wheel.
This is a demanding drive. With 22 significant decision points across 268.6 miles, you will need to stay alert - especially through interchange areas and urban stretches. Consider splitting it into segments if you are not comfortable with fast highway navigation.
The main spots that need attention: at 0.1 miles (US 165 Business; LA 15 / North 5th Street): Navigation decision point; at 21.5 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one; at 131.2 miles: Highway fork - watch signs carefully.
On the drive from Monroe, LA to Pearl River, LA, road signs begin pointing toward Archibald along the way.
Yes. Nearby national parks include Poverty Point National Monument and New Orleans Jazz National Historical Park.
How this page is built
Compiled and maintained by the Trip.ovh planning team at COD Solutions Oy (Helsinki). Each route is built from authoritative open government and mapping datasets rather than crowdsourced reviews. Distances and geometry come from
OSRM
over
OpenStreetMap.
Fuel cost uses
EIA
weekly regional averages.
National park proximity is from the
NPS API.
Pages are published only after passing our data-quality checks; our
methodology page
documents refresh cadence, editorial standards, and known limitations.
