The drive from Monroe, LA to Red Chute, LA covers 89.2 miles and takes about 1h 41m behind the wheel.
This route is realistic as a one-day drive if you keep your stops efficient.
The route leans on I 20, Highway 80, Louisville Avenue for much of the mileage,
and the overall profile is highway-focused drive.
The longest uninterrupted segment is about 75.9 miles on I 20.
At current regular gas prices, budget about $13.47 one way before food or hotel costs.
Trip Pace
Same-day drive is realistic
A same-day return is realistic if you keep stops short.
Midpoint
44.6 miles from Monroe, LA
A natural place for your longest stop of the day
, about 49m into the drive
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Who Is This Route For?
Weekend Trip
Doable as a same-day drive at 1h 41m. Total distance: 89.2 miles.
Family Friendly
Moderate complexity with 0 natural rest stops along the way.
This is a 1h 41m highway drive covering 89.2 miles, with most of the trip on I 20 and Highway 80. The longest continuous stretch is about 75.9 miles on I 20.
Most of the miles stay on highways, which makes pacing and fuel planning easier than turn-by-turn city driving.
There are about 12 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 75.9 miles.
How Hard Is This Drive?
This is a straightforward highway drive that stays mostly on I 20 and Highway 80. Navigation is very simple - set it and forget it for most of the drive. The trickiest moment comes early in the drive.
Driving Effort2/10
Very easy - short and simple to drive
Balances navigation complexity with total wheel time.
The drive from Monroe, LA to Red Chute, LA is easy. At 1h 41m with 97% 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 77.6 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early.
Critical Maneuvers
5 of 7 key points
These are the spots where you need to pay the most attention. Preview them before you drive.
4
0 mi into trip|~0m in
Turn left
Navigation decision point
4
0 mi into trip|~0m in|US 80; LA 15 / Louisville Avenue
Turn left onto US 80; LA 15 / Louisville Avenue
Navigation decision point
4
77.6 mi into trip|~1h 25m in
Take the exit toward Camp Minden
Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early
Toward Camp Minden
5
77.9 mi into trip|~1h 25m in
Keep slight left at fork
Highway fork - watch signs carefully
4
78.5 mi into trip|~1h 27m in|US 79; US 80 / Highway 80
Turn right onto US 79; US 80 / Highway 80
Navigation decision point
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 Red Chute, LA, road signs begin pointing toward Camp Minden along the way.
Camp Minden
77.6 mi in|~1h 25m
Main Roads
Road
Distance
Duration
I 20
75.9 mi
1h 21m
Highway 80
10.7 mi
14m
Louisville Avenue
0.5 mi
<1m
Goodwill Road
0.5 mi
<1m
Stella Street
0.4 mi
<1m
Bridge Street
0.3 mi
<1m
Longest stretch:
I 20
— 75.9 mi, about 1h 21m
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Monroe, LA and Red Chute, LA.
1
Start on this road
38 ft·7 sec·this road
2
Turn left
45 ft·9 sec
3
Turn left onto US 80; LA 15
0.5 mi·57 sec·Louisville Avenue
4
Continue on US 80; LA 15
0.3 mi·28 sec·Bridge Street
5
Continue on LA 34
0.4 mi·38 sec·Stella Street
6
Take the ramp
0.5 mi·1 min
7
Merge onto I 20
76 mi·1 hr 21 min·I 20
8
Take the exit
0.3 mi·38 sec
Toward Camp Minden
9
Keep slight left at fork
366 ft·14 sec
10
Turn left onto Goodwill Road
0.5 mi·51 sec·Goodwill Road
11
Turn right onto US 79; US 80
11 mi·14 min·Highway 80
12
Arrive at destination
US 79; US 80
Trip Plan
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 44.6 miles from Monroe, LA, or about 49m into the drive.
The longest continuous stretch on this route runs about 75.9 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 20 miles or 23m in
Use this first pause for coffee, a restroom break, and a quick traffic check ahead.
Halfway reset
Around 44.6 miles or 49m in
This is the best place for your longest stop, a real meal, and a full fuel check.
Final approach
Final hour starts around 1h 23m
Traffic, exits, and arrival timing usually matter more near Red Chute, 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.
Day 1
Settle into the route from Monroe, LA
This is one driving day of about 89.2 miles and 1h 41m.
Your first comfortable stop window is around 20 miles from Monroe, LA.
This route can stay practical as a one-day drive if traffic stays reasonable.
The longest stretch is on I 20 for about 75.9 miles.
Where to Stop
Rest stops, refuel points, and overnight suggestions along this route.
Halfway Point
Midpoint
About 44.6 mi from Monroe, LA
· 49m into the drive
Place data sourced from public business listings. Hours and availability may vary.
Fuel & Cost
Regular Gas
$13.47 one way
$26.94 round trip
$3.84/gal25.4 MPG avg31 kg CO2
Fuel Type
$/gal
One Way
Round Trip
midgrade
$4.21
$14.79
$29.58
premium
$4.56
$16.01
$32.02
diesel
$5.61
$19.69
$39.39
No toll roads detected on this route.
Estimated Trip Cost (one way, 1 person)
Fuel
$13
Meals
$25–$50
Total
$38–$63
Rough estimate based on US averages. Hotel $80–$140/night, meals $25–$50/day.
Estimated CO2 emission: 31.2 kg one way.
Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-13.
EV Charging Along Route
8 DC fast chargers
· Coverage: excellent
EV Connect Charging Station
Ruston, Louisiana
EV Connect
1 DCFC
EVgo Charging Station
West Monroe, Louisiana
EVgo
1 DCFC
Tesla Supercharger
Monroe, Louisiana
Tesla
1 DCFC
Tesla Supercharger
Ruston, Louisiana
Tesla
1 DCFC
Electrify America Charging Station
Monroe, Louisiana
Electrify America
1 DCFC
Tesla Destination Charger
Monroe, Louisiana
Tesla Destination
1 DCFC
ChargePoint Charging Station
West Monroe, Louisiana
ChargePoint
1 DCFC
Pilot Flying J Charging Station
West Monroe, Louisiana
Other
1 DCFC
Tesla: 2
EV Connect: 1
EVgo: 1
Electrify America: 1
Tesla Destination: 1
ChargePoint: 1
Other: 1
Station data from NREL Alternative Fuel Stations database.
Driving Electric?
About $9 in charging
· 0 stops
· 68% less CO2
Vehicle Type
kWh
Stops
DC Fast
Home Charge
Average EV
26.8
0
$9.37
$4.28
Efficient EV
22.3
0
$7.81
$3.57
EV Truck/SUV
35.7
0
$12.49
$5.71
Gas CO2
31 kg
EV CO2
10 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.
Forecast as of Apr 15, 2026
Origin
Monroe, LA
Late night
in Monroe on Friday
Local time
12:48 AM
CDT
Current temp
57°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
Destination
Red Chute, LA
Late night
in Red Chute on Friday
Local time
12:48 AM
CDT
Current temp
83°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
26 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 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 Monroe, LA to Red Chute, LA covers 89.2 miles and takes about 1h 41m without stops. Add 15-30 minutes for a fuel or rest stop on longer drives.
The main roads are I 20, Highway 80, Louisville Avenue. Most of the drive stays on highways, so watch for ramps and exits.
This is a comfortable same-day trip.
The midpoint is about 44.6 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 $13.47 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 Red Chute, LA is easy. At 1h 41m with 97% highway, most drivers will find it relaxed and low-stress.
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 77.6 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early.
On the drive from Monroe, LA to Red Chute, LA, road signs begin pointing toward Camp Minden along the way.
