Trip from Monroe, LA to Saint Rose, LA

Last recalculated Apr 16, 2026

Drive Time

5h 3m

Distance

257.3 mi

414 km

Drive Score

9/10

Great drive

Same Day?

Yes, doable

Fuel Cost

$39

one way

EV Charging

Unknown

Best Time to Leave

Save up to 40 min

4 AM

4h 50m ★

6 AM

5h 3m

8 AM

5h 30m

10 AM

5h 13m

12 PM

5h 10m

3 PM

5h 14m

5 PM

5h 29m

8 PM

4h 55m

Estimated drive times based on typical traffic patterns. Actual times may vary with weather, construction, and real-time conditions.

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Monroe, LA

Perry Z

Saint Rose, LA

Antonio Garcia Prats

Trip Overview

Embark on a 257.3-mile journey from Monroe, Louisiana, to Saint Rose, Louisiana, with an estimated driving time of 5 hours and 3 minutes. This route is primarily highway-focused, with 67% of the drive on main roads like Seargent Prentiss Drive and US 425, eventually merging onto I-10. Consider this a manageable one-day trip, especially with a projected fuel cost of around $39. The drive offers a straightforward transit through the Southeast region of Louisiana, making it a practical option for a single-day excursion without needing an overnight stay.

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

128.6 miles from Monroe, LA

A natural place for your longest stop of the day , about 2h 30m into the drive .

Who Is This Route For?

Weekend Trip

Doable as a same-day drive at 5h 3m. Total distance: 257.3 miles.

Family Friendly

Moderate complexity with 1 natural rest stops along the way.

Solo Traveler

5h 3m drive, comfortable solo distance.

Drive Character

This highway-focused drive will see you spending a significant portion of your time on well-maintained roads, with 67% of the journey utilizing major highways. You'll encounter a longest uninterrupted stretch of 79.3 miles on Seargent Prentiss Drive, offering a good opportunity to settle into a rhythm. While the profile suggests a highway-centric experience, be prepared for transitions between different road types as you navigate from US 425 to I-10. The character of the drive is largely about efficient travel rather than extensive scenic detours.

Most of the miles stay on highways, which makes pacing and fuel planning easier than turn-by-turn city driving.

There are about 27 navigation steps in the underlying route data, so the final approach matters more than the middle miles.

Seargent Prentiss Drive is the longest continuous segment at about 79.3 miles.

Elevation Profile

Mostly flat terrain

369 ft 6 ft

Total Climb

320 ft

Total Descent

387 ft

Highest Point

369 ft

~128.6 mi in

Elevation Range

363 ft

How Hard Is This Drive?

This is a straightforward highway drive that stays mostly on Seargent Prentiss Drive and US 425. 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 Effort 10/10

High effort - long or complex enough to need steady focus all day

Balances navigation complexity with total wheel time.

This is a demanding drive. With 19 significant decision points across 257.3 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 186 miles (I 110 / Martin Luther King Jr Memorial Freeway): Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here; at 250.7 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one.

Critical Maneuvers

5 of 19 key points

These are the spots where you need to pay the most attention. Preview them before you drive.

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

186 mi into trip | ~3h 39m in | I 110 / Martin Luther King Jr Memorial Freeway

Keep slight left at fork onto I 110 / Martin Luther King Jr Memorial Freeway

Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here

Use the slight left / slight right lanes.

250.7 mi into trip | ~4h 51m in

Take the exit toward I 310 South: Boutte, Houma

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 220 Toward I 310 South: Boutte, Houma

253.2 mi into trip | ~4h 54m in

Take the exit toward US 61: Kenner, Norco

Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one

Exit 2A-B Toward US 61: Kenner, Norco

253.5 mi into trip | ~4h 55m in

Keep slight left at fork toward US 61 South: Kenner

Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here

Use the slight left / slight right lanes. Exit 2A Toward US 61 South: Kenner

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 Saint Rose, LA, road signs begin pointing toward Archibald along the way.

Archibald

21.5 mi in | ~24m

Main Roads

Road	Distance	Duration
Seargent Prentiss Drive	79.3 mi	1h 34m
US 425	76.2 mi	1h 28m
I 10	64.1 mi	1h 11m
I 20	20.3 mi	22m
Martin Luther King Jr Memorial Freeway	6.2 mi	7m
Martin Luther King, Jr. Memorial Freeway	2.5 mi	3m
I 310	1.9 mi	2m
River Road	1.7 mi	2m

Longest stretch: Seargent Prentiss Drive — 79.3 mi, about 1h 34m

Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions

Step-by-step road directions between Monroe, LA and Saint Rose, LA.

Start on this road

38 ft · 7 sec · this road

Turn left

45 ft · 5 sec

Turn right onto US 80; LA 15

265 ft · 8 sec · Louisville Avenue

Turn right onto US 165 Business; LA 15

0.2 mi · 18 sec · North 5th Street

Continue on US 165 Business; LA 15

458 ft · 7 sec · North 5th Street

Continue on US 165 Business; LA 15

0.7 mi · 1 min · Lea Joyner Memorial Expressway

Take the ramp

0.2 mi · 22 sec

Merge onto I 20

20 mi · 22 min · I 20

Take the exit

0.3 mi · 41 sec

Toward US 425: Rayville, Archibald

Turn right onto US 425

76 mi · 1 hr 28 min · US 425

Keep slight right at fork

526 ft · 14 sec

Merge onto US 61

79 mi · 1 hr 34 min · Seargent Prentiss Drive

Take the exit

0.5 mi · 48 sec

Toward I 110 South: Baton Rouge

Continue on I 110

2.5 mi · 3 min · Martin Luther King, Jr. Memorial Freeway

Use the straight / slight right lanes.

Continue on I 110

5.7 mi · 7 min · Martin Luther King Jr Memorial Freeway

Use the straight / slight right lanes.

Keep slight left at fork onto I 110

0.5 mi · 35 sec · Martin Luther King Jr Memorial Freeway

Use the slight left / slight right lanes.

Merge onto I 10

64 mi · 1 hr 11 min · I 10

Use the straight / slight right lanes.

Take the exit

0.5 mi · 1 min

Exit 220 Toward I 310 South: Boutte, Houma Use the straight / slight right lanes.

Continue on I 310

1.9 mi · 2 min · I 310

Take the exit

0.2 mi · 30 sec

Exit 2A-B Toward US 61: Kenner, Norco

Keep slight left at fork

0.7 mi · 1 min

Exit 2A Toward US 61 South: Kenner Use the slight left / slight right lanes.

Merge onto US 61

0.3 mi · 21 sec · Airline Highway

Turn right onto LA 50

0.3 mi · 28 sec · State Route 50

Continue on LA 50

0.6 mi · 1 min · Almedia Road

Turn right onto LA 48

1.7 mi · 2 min · River Road

Turn right onto 1st Street

0.3 mi · 1 min · 1st Street

Arrive at destination

1st Street

Trip Plan

With a total duration of just over 5 hours, this route is well-suited for a single-day departure. Leaving early in the morning, around 7 AM, will allow you to reach Saint Rose by early afternoon, potentially avoiding some traffic. While only one designated stop is factored in, you'll have flexibility given the drive's length. Keep an eye on your fuel levels, as the longest stretch without significant breaks is 79.3 miles on Seargent Prentiss Drive, so plan your refueling accordingly before you hit that longer segment.

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 128.6 miles from Monroe, LA, or about 2h 30m into the drive.

The longest continuous stretch on this route runs about 79.3 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 57 miles or 1h 5m in

Use this first pause for coffee, a restroom break, and a quick traffic check ahead.

Halfway reset

Around 128.6 miles or 2h 30m 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 7m

Traffic, exits, and arrival timing usually matter more near Saint Rose, LA than in the middle of the route.

Before You Leave

Open the route before leaving Monroe, LA so your first major turns are already loaded.

Leave with enough water and a charging cable within reach, not packed away.

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 257.3 miles and 5h 3m.

Your first comfortable stop window is around 57 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 Seargent Prentiss Drive for about 79.3 miles.

Where to Stop

Rest stops, refuel points, and overnight suggestions along this route.

Halfway Point

Midpoint

About 128.6 mi from Monroe, LA · 2h 30m into the drive

Mid-route town

Meal stop

Maryland, LA

129 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

West Monroe, LA

Fuel and coffee

A short stop after about 57 miles helps settle the day before fatigue starts building.

Maryland, LA

Meal break

The midpoint is around 128.6 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 Seargent Prentiss Drive if your tank is already low. That segment runs about 79.3 miles.

Arriving in Saint Rose, LA

The final approach into Saint Rose, 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 Saint Rose, 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

$38.86 one way

$77.72 round trip

$3.84/gal 25.4 MPG avg 90 kg CO₂

Fuel Type	$/gal	One Way	Round Trip
midgrade	$4.21	$42.66	$85.31
premium	$4.56	$46.18	$92.36
diesel	$5.61	$56.81	$113.62

No toll roads detected on this route.

Estimated Trip Cost (one way, 1 person)

Fuel

$39

Meals

$25–$50

Total

$64–$89

Rough estimate based on US averages. Hotel $80–$140/night, meals $25–$50/day.

Estimated CO2 emission: 90 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-13.

Driving Electric?

About $27 in charging · 0 stops · 67% less CO₂

Vehicle Type	kWh	Stops	DC Fast	Home Charge
Average EV	77.2	0	$27.02	$12.35
Efficient EV	64.3	0	$22.51	$10.29
EV Truck/SUV	102.9	1	$36.02	$16.47

Gas CO2

90 kg

EV CO2

30 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 15, 2026

Origin

Monroe, LA

Afternoon in Monroe on Thursday

Local time

2:33 PM

CDT

Current temp

57°F

Unavailable

Live forecast

Destination

Saint Rose, LA

Afternoon in Saint Rose on Thursday

Local time

2:33 PM

CDT

Current temp

80°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

23 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

5h 3m 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 Saint Rose, LA covers 257.3 miles and takes about 5h 3m without stops. Add 15-30 minutes for a fuel or rest stop on longer drives.

The main roads are Seargent Prentiss Drive, US 425, I 10. Most of the drive stays on highways, so watch for ramps and exits.

This is a comfortable same-day trip.

The midpoint is about 128.6 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 $38.86 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.

On the drive from Monroe, LA to Saint Rose, LA, road signs begin pointing toward Archibald along the way.

Mostly flat terrain. The route ranges from 6 ft to 369 ft elevation with about 320 ft of total climbing.

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