Origin
New Roads, LA
Evening in New Roads on Wednesday
Local time
6:37 PM
CDT
Current temp
79°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
Trip from New Roads, LA to Alexandria, LA
Last recalculated Apr 15, 2026
Drive Time
2h 1m
Distance
83.5 mi
134 km
Drive Score
5/10
Practical drive
Same Day?
Yes, doable
Fuel Cost
$13
one way
Best Time to Leave
4 AM
1h 53m
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6 AM
2h 1m
8 AM
2h 19m
10 AM
2h 7m
12 PM
2h 6m
3 PM
2h 8m
5 PM
2h 18m
8 PM
1h 56m
Estimated drive times based on typical traffic patterns. Actual times may vary with weather, construction, and real-time conditions.
New Roads, LA
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Alexandria, LA
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Trip Overview
Stretching 83.6 miles across Southeast Louisiana, this drive between New Roads and Alexandria is a straightforward trip that typically takes about 1 hour and 36 minutes. Because of the manageable distance, it functions perfectly as a simple day trip, allowing you to reach your destination without needing an overnight stay. You should budget approximately $11 for fuel to complete the journey comfortably. Since both cities are located within the same region, you won't experience major geographic shifts, but the transition provides a reliable connection between these two Louisiana locales. It is a practical, no-nonsense route that is well-suited for travelers looking to get from point A to point B efficiently.
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
41.7 miles from New Roads, LA
A natural place for your longest stop of the day , about 1h into the drive .
Drive Character
Expect a turn-heavy local drive rather than a high-speed interstate cruise, as this route contains no highway mileage. You will navigate local thoroughfares, including Murray Street, which serves as a central artery for your travel. Because the roads are primarily local in nature, there is no single long-stretch highway segment, meaning you should prepare for a more involved driving experience with frequent adjustments. The lack of highway share implies a slower, more deliberate pace compared to cross-country transit. Keep your focus sharp, as the winding nature of these local roads requires consistent attention to turns throughout the entire 1 hour and 36-minute duration.
This route has more turning and local-road decision points than a simple highway run.
There are about 5 navigation steps in the underlying route data, so the final approach matters more than the middle miles.
Murray Street 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 New Roads, LA to Alexandria, LA is easy. At 2h 1m 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 New Roads, LA to Alexandria, LA is straightforward, with well-signed roads and simple exits.
Main Roads
| Road | Distance | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| Murray Street | — | — |
Some road-level metrics are being recalculated.
Longest stretch:
Murray Street
— detailed segment metrics are refreshing.
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between New Roads, LA and Alexandria, LA.
1
Start on Parent Street
1.6 mi
·
3 min
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Parent Street
2
Turn left
0.9 mi
·
1 min
3
Continue straight
81 mi
·
1 hr 55 min
4
Turn left onto Murray Street
367 ft
·
16 sec
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Murray Street
5
Arrive at your destination
Trip Plan
Since this is a relatively short trip, you have the flexibility to depart whenever fits your schedule best. You won't need to plan for any major rest stops, as the 83.6-mile distance is easily manageable in one go. If you are sensitive to heavy traffic, try to avoid peak commuting hours on local surface streets to keep your travel time closer to the 1 hour and 36-minute mark. Because the route relies entirely on local roads like Murray Street rather than major interstates, ensure your GPS is updated to navigate the various turns accurately. Keep your $11 fuel budget in mind, and consider fueling up before you leave New Roads to avoid unnecessary stops along the winding path to Alexandria.
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 41.7 miles from New Roads, LA, or about 1h 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 18 miles or 26m in
Use this first pause for coffee, a restroom break, and a quick traffic check ahead.
Halfway reset
Around 41.7 miles or 1h 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 43m
Traffic, exits, and arrival timing usually matter more near Alexandria, LA than in the middle of the route.
Before You Leave
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Open the route before leaving New Roads, 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 New Roads, LA
This is one driving day of about 83.5 miles and 2h 1m.
Your first comfortable stop window is around 18 miles from New Roads, LA.
This route can stay practical as a one-day drive if traffic stays reasonable.
Where to Stop
Rest stops, refuel points, and overnight suggestions along this route.
Halfway Point
Midpoint
About 41.7 mi from New Roads, LA · 1h into the drive
Mid-route town
Meal stop
42 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 18 miles helps settle the day before fatigue starts building.
Meal break
The midpoint is around 41.7 miles from New Roads, LA, which is a good place for a longer meal and fuel stop.
Arriving in Alexandria, LA
The final approach into Alexandria, 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 Alexandria, 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
$12.61 one way
$25.22 round trip
$3.84/gal
25.4 MPG avg
29 kg CO2
| Fuel Type | $/gal | One Way | Round Trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| midgrade | $4.21 | $13.84 | $27.69 |
| premium | $4.56 | $14.99 | $29.97 |
| diesel | $5.61 | $18.44 | $36.87 |
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: 29.2 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-13.
Driving Electric?
About $9 in charging · 0 stops · 66% less CO2
| Vehicle Type | kWh | Stops | DC Fast | Home Charge |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Average EV | 25.1 | 0 | $8.77 | $4.01 |
| Efficient EV | 20.9 | 0 | $7.31 | $3.34 |
| EV Truck/SUV | 33.4 | 0 | $11.69 | $5.34 |
Gas CO2
29 kg
EV CO2
10 kg (66% 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
Alexandria, LA
Evening in Alexandria on Wednesday
Local time
6:37 PM
CDT
Current temp
58°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
21 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
2h 1m 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 New Roads, LA to Alexandria, LA covers 83.5 miles and takes about 2h 1m without stops. Add 15-30 minutes for a fuel or rest stop on longer drives.
The main roads are Murray Street. Expect a mix of highway and local road driving.
This is a comfortable same-day trip.
The midpoint is about 41.7 miles from New Roads, LA. Look for rest areas, gas stations, or food options near the halfway mark.
At current regular gas prices, expect to spend about $12.61 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 New Roads, LA to Alexandria, LA is easy. At 2h 1m 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 New Roads, LA to Alexandria, LA is straightforward, with well-signed roads and simple exits.
The route from New Roads, LA to Alexandria, LA does not surface many named destination signs beyond the main corridor.
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