Origin
Walker, LA
Late night in Walker on Thursday
Local time
3:00 AM
CDT
Current temp
77°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
Trip from Walker, LA to Alexandria, LA
Last recalculated Apr 16, 2026
Drive Time
1h 16m
Distance
70.6 mi
114 km
Drive Score
7/10
Good drive
Same Day?
Yes, doable
Fuel Cost
$11
one way
Best Time to Leave
4 AM
1h 10m
★
6 AM
1h 16m
8 AM
1h 28m
10 AM
1h 20m
12 PM
1h 19m
3 PM
1h 21m
5 PM
1h 28m
8 PM
1h 13m
Estimated drive times based on typical traffic patterns. Actual times may vary with weather, construction, and real-time conditions.
Walker, LA
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Alexandria, LA
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Trip Overview
The drive from Walker, LA to Alexandria, LA covers 70.6 miles and takes about 1h 16m behind the wheel. This route is realistic as a one-day drive if you keep your stops efficient.
The route leans on Walker Road, East Lafayette Street, LA 1 for much of the mileage, and the overall profile is turn-heavy local drive. At current regular gas prices, budget about $10.66 one way before food or hotel costs.
Drive Character
Expect a 1h 16m drive with frequent turns across 70.6 miles of local and secondary roads.
This route has more turning and local-road decision points than a simple highway run.
There are about 9 navigation steps in the underlying route data, so the final approach matters more than the middle miles.
Walker Road 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 Walker, LA to Alexandria, LA is easy. At 1h 16m 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 Walker, LA to Alexandria, LA is straightforward, with well-signed roads and simple exits.
Main Roads
| Road | Distance | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| Walker Road | — | — |
| East Lafayette Street | — | — |
| LA 1 | — | — |
| 6th Street | — | — |
| Murray Street | — | — |
Some road-level metrics are being recalculated.
Longest stretch:
Walker Road
— detailed segment metrics are refreshing.
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Walker, LA and Alexandria, LA.
1
Start on Parish Road 220
420 ft
·
26 sec
·
Parish Road 220
2
Turn left onto Walker Road
4.6 mi
·
8 min
·
Walker Road
3
Turn straight
16 mi
·
24 min
4
At the end of the road, turn right
2.1 mi
·
3 min
5
At the end of the road, turn left onto East Lafayette Street
47 mi
·
56 min
·
East Lafayette Street
6
Take the exit slight right toward LA 1, LA 28 Business: Downtown Alexandria
0.3 mi
·
35 sec
·
LA 1, LA 28 Business: Downtown Alexandria
7
Turn right onto 6th Street
0.3 mi
·
1 min
·
6th Street
8
Turn right onto Murray Street
0.1 mi
·
32 sec
·
Murray Street
9
Arrive at your destination
Where to Stop
Rest stops, refuel points, and overnight suggestions along this route.
Halfway Point
Midpoint
About 35.3 mi from Walker, LA · 38m into the drive
Mid-route town
Meal stop
35 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 16 miles helps settle the day before fatigue starts building.
Meal break
The midpoint is around 35.3 miles from Walker, 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.
These stop ideas are pacing suggestions — the exact town or exit can change with traffic, hotel plans, and fuel range.
Fuel & Cost
Regular Gas
$10.66 one way
$21.32 round trip
$3.84/gal
25.4 MPG avg
25 kg CO2
| Fuel Type | $/gal | One Way | Round Trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| midgrade | $4.21 | $11.70 | $23.41 |
| premium | $4.56 | $12.67 | $25.34 |
| diesel | $5.61 | $15.59 | $31.18 |
No toll roads detected on this route.
Drive Cost (one way)
Fuel
$11
Estimated CO2 emission: 24.7 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-13.
Driving Electric?
About $7 in charging · 0 stops · 68% less CO2
| Vehicle Type | kWh | Stops | DC Fast | Home Charge |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Average EV | 21.2 | 0 | $7.41 | $3.39 |
| Efficient EV | 17.7 | 0 | $6.18 | $2.82 |
| EV Truck/SUV | 28.2 | 0 | $9.88 | $4.52 |
Gas CO2
25 kg
EV CO2
8 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.
Destination
Alexandria, LA
Late night in Alexandria on Thursday
Local time
3:00 AM
CDT
Current temp
58°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
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
19 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
1h 16m 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 Walker, LA to Alexandria, LA covers 70.6 miles and takes about 1h 16m without stops. Add 15-30 minutes for a fuel or rest stop on longer drives.
The main roads are Walker Road, East Lafayette Street, LA 1. Expect a mix of highway and local road driving.
This is a comfortable same-day trip.
The midpoint is about 35.3 miles from Walker, LA. Look for rest areas, gas stations, or food options near the halfway mark.
At current regular gas prices, expect to spend about $10.66 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 Walker, LA to Alexandria, LA is easy. At 1h 16m 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 Walker, LA to Alexandria, LA is straightforward, with well-signed roads and simple exits.
The route from Walker, LA to Alexandria, LA does not surface many named destination signs beyond the main corridor.
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