How far is Ponchatoula, LA from Monroe, LA?

Distance by Flight

Shortest distance between Ponchatoula and Monroe is 173.89 miles (279.85 km).

Flight distance from Ponchatoula, LA to Monroe, LA is 173.89 miles. Estimated flight time is 00 hours 27 minutes.

It takes 00 hours 24 minutes to travel from Ponchatoula to Monroe with an airplane (average speed of 550 miles).

Driving distance

The driving distance from Ponchatoula, Louisiana to Monroe, Louisiana is: 224.28 miles (360.95 km) by car.

Driving from Ponchatoula to Monroe will take approximately 03 hours 46 minutes.

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#1 Ponchatoula

City in Tangipahoa Parish, Louisiana, United States

Population 7545
GPS Coordinates 30°26'20"N 90°26'29"W
Latitude 30.4388000
Longitude -90.4414800
Altitude 8
Country United States
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#2 Monroe

The most populous city in Ouachita Parish, Louisiana. It is located on the Ouachita River in the southwestern part of the state. Monroe is known for its many parks and green spaces, its many historical sites, and its many attractions, such as the Monroe Historical Society and the Monroe City Hall.

Population 46998
GPS Coordinates 32°30'34"N 92°7'9"W
Latitude 32.5093100
Longitude -92.1193000
Altitude 23
Country United States

Estimated Travel Time Between Ponchatoula and Monroe

The distance between Ponchatoula and Monroe is 361 km if you choose to drive by road. You can go 04 hours 00 minutes if you drive your car at an average speed of 90 kilometers / hour. For different choices, please review the avg. speed travel time table on the below.

There is no time difference between Ponchatoula and Monroe. The current time is 02:46:55.

Average Speed Travel Time
30 mph (48.3 km/h) 07 hours 28 minutes
40 mph (64.37 km/h) 05 hours 36 minutes
50 mph (80.47 km/h) 04 hours 29 minutes
60 mph (96.56 km/h) 03 hours 44 minutes
70 mph (112.65 km/h) 03 hours 12 minutes
75 mph (120.7 km/h) 02 hours 59 minutes
80 mph (128.75 km/h) 02 hours 47 minutes

Gas Consumption

A car with a fuel efficiency of 8.3 l/100 km will need 29.96 liters (7.91 gallon) of gas to cover the route between Ponchatoula and Monroe.
The estimated cost of gas to go from Ponchatoula to Monroe is $24.32 (diesel $32.16).

Louisiana gas prices.

Gasoline Mid Grade Premium Diesel
Gallon $3.07 $3.48 $3.84 $4.06
Total $24.32 $27.56 $30.41 $32.16

Take a look at our Gas Cost Calculator feature. It will figure out how much it will cost to drive this particular distance.

The average gas price (in Louisiana ) per gallon of daily gas for calculations is $3.073 (Diesel $4.064) /gallon. Last changed prices on November 25, 2024.

How did we calculate the distance?

The place names are translated into coordinates to approximate the distance between Ponchatoula and Monroe (latitude and longitude). Cities, states, and countries each have their own regional center. The Haversine formula is used to measure the radius.

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