Introduction
When to visit
How to get there
Where to stay
Renting a car

Ruston travel guide

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You're Going to Love Ruston

With a population of 21,859, Ruston is a must-see destination in Louisiana, United States. It is among the most popular tourist destinations in the country. Ruston deserves at least 2 full days for you to see its main sights.

When to visit Ruston

Ruston in January
Estimated hotel price
$123
1 night at 3-star hotel
Ruston in January
Estimated hotel price
$123
1 night at 3-star hotel

Looking for warm weather? Then head to Ruston in July, when the average temperature is 80.6 °F, and the highest can go up to 91.4 °F. The coldest month, on the other hand, is December, when it can get as cold as 35.6 °F, with an average temperature of 46.4 °F. You’re likely to see more rain in March, when precipitation is around 5.1″. In contrast, September is usually the driest month of the year in Ruston, with an average rainfall of 2.8″.

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How to Get to Ruston

Plane

Although Ruston doesn’t have its own airport, you can fly to Monroe Huenefeld (MLU), which is located 56 km from Ruston. Shreveport is the most popular, with regular flights from American Airlines, Delta, WestJet and other airlines departing from the United States. The shortest domestic flight to Ruston departs from Denver and takes around 5h 25m.

Plane

Although Ruston doesn’t have its own airport, you can fly to Monroe Huenefeld (MLU), which is located 56 km from Ruston. Shreveport is the most popular, with regular flights from American Airlines, Delta, WestJet and other airlines departing from the United States. The shortest domestic flight to Ruston departs from Denver and takes around 5h 25m.

Airports near Ruston

SHVShreveport
AEXAlexandria
MLUMonroe Huenefeld

Airlines serving Ruston

KLM
Good (1,430 reviews)
Lufthansa
Good (7,628 reviews)
Delta
Good (8,006 reviews)
British Airways
Good (7,574 reviews)
United Airlines
Good (9,092 reviews)
Qatar Airways
Good (3,682 reviews)
Emirates
Excellent (3,440 reviews)
Air France
Good (1,506 reviews)
Scandinavian Airlines
Good (1,606 reviews)
Korean Air
Excellent (1,184 reviews)
Aeromexico
Good (1,637 reviews)
Copa Airlines
Good (1,557 reviews)
Gulf Air
Good (226 reviews)
Qantas Airways
Good (946 reviews)
Virgin Atlantic
Good (675 reviews)
American Airlines
Good (11,051 reviews)
Air New Zealand
Excellent (552 reviews)
WestJet
Good (3,201 reviews)
Allegiant Air
Good (700 reviews)
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Where to stay in Ruston

If you’re on a budget, well-reviewed accommodations include Sleep Inn and Suites Ruston Near University and Fairfield Inn & Suites by Marriott Ruston.

Where to stay in popular areas of Ruston

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Fairfield Inn & Suites by Marriott Ruston
2 stars
Excellent (8.7, 239 reviews)
$115+
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Sleep Inn and Suites Ruston Near University
2 stars
Excellent (8.3, 470 reviews)
$91+
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Courtyard by Marriott Ruston
3 stars
Excellent (8.1, 319 reviews)
$118+
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Best Western Plus Ruston Hotel
2 stars
Good (7.4, 573 reviews)
$95+
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Super 8 by Wyndham Ruston
2 stars
Good (7, 336 reviews)
$68+
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Quality Inn Ruston
2 stars
Good (6.1, 467 reviews)
$67+
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Renting a car in Ruston

Expect to pay $3.33 per gallon in Ruston (average price from the past 30 days). Depending on the size of your rental car, filling up the tank will cost between $39.97 and $53.30. Compact (Nissan Versa or similar) is the most popular car type to rent in Ruston, while also 37% cheaper than other types, on average.

Expect to pay $3.33 per gallon in Ruston (average price from the past 30 days). Depending on the size of your rental car, filling up the tank will cost between $39.97 and $53.30. Compact (Nissan Versa or similar) is the most popular car type to rent in Ruston, while also 37% cheaper than other types, on average.

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