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Trip from Bossier City, LA to Baldwin, LA

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Compiled and reviewed by the US Trip Planner planning team at COD Solutions Oy · Last reviewed Apr 21, 2026 · Editorial standards

Drive Time

4h 35m

Distance

254.3 mi

409 km

Drive Score

8/10

Great drive

Same Day?

Yes, doable

Fuel Cost

$38

one way

EV Charging

Good

8 stations

Best Time to Leave

Save up to 41 min
4 AM
4h 22m ★
6 AM
4h 36m
8 AM
5h 3m
10 AM
4h 45m
12 PM
4h 43m
3 PM
4h 47m
5 PM
5h 1m
8 PM
4h 28m

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

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Downtown Bossier City, LA, LA

Bossier City, LA

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Downtown Baldwin, LA, LA

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Trip Overview

Embarking from Bossier City, Louisiana, to Baldwin, Louisiana, you'll cover 254.3 miles, a journey estimated to take around 4 hours and 35 minutes. This route is best tackled in a single day, with a projected fuel cost of approximately $39. The drive primarily utilizes the Louisiana Korean War Veterans Memorial Highway and US 90, offering a glimpse into the Southeast region's local character. Expect a turn-heavy local drive rather than a high-speed interstate experience, making it a more immersive, albeit slower, transit.

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

127.1 miles from Bossier City, LA

A natural place for your longest stop of the day , about 2h 12m into the drive .

Main Roads

Road Distance Duration
Louisiana Korean War Veterans Memorial Highway 197.9 mi 3h 22m
US 90 34.1 mi 38m
Veterans Memorial Expressway 10.6 mi 11m
Northwest Evangeline Thruway 2.2 mi 3m
North Morgan Avenue 1.6 mi 2m
Ambassador Caffery Parkway 1.5 mi 2m
Purple Heart Recipients Highway 1.4 mi 2m
State Route 83 1.4 mi 2m
Longest stretch: Louisiana Korean War Veterans Memorial Highway — 197.9 mi, about 3h 22m

Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions

Step-by-step road directions between Bossier City, LA and Baldwin, LA.

1

Start on Monroe Street

78 ft · 4 sec · Monroe Street
2

Turn right onto Barksdale Boulevard

0.2 mi · 32 sec · Barksdale Boulevard
3

Take the ramp

0.2 mi · 31 sec
4

Merge onto I 20; US 71

1.4 mi · 2 min · Purple Heart Recipients Highway
5

Take the exit

0.8 mi · 1 min
Toward I 49 South: Alexandria
6

Continue on I 49

198 mi · 3 hr 22 min · Louisiana Korean War Veterans Memorial Highway
7

Continue on I 49; US 167

8.8 mi · 9 min · Veterans Memorial Expressway
8

Continue on I 49; LA 182

2.2 mi · 3 min · Northwest Evangeline Thruway
9

Continue on US 90; LA 182

6.1 mi · 8 min · US 90; LA 182
10

Turn right onto North Morgan Avenue

1.6 mi · 2 min · North Morgan Avenue
11

Turn left onto LA 3073

1.5 mi · 2 min · Ambassador Caffery Parkway
12

Turn right onto East Fairfield Drive

0.1 mi · 20 sec · East Fairfield Drive
13

Turn left onto St Etienne Road

1.0 mi · 4 min · St Etienne Road
14

At end of road, turn left onto LA 92-1

0.6 mi · 52 sec · Young Street
15

Keep slight right at fork onto US 90; LA 92-1

0.5 mi · 31 sec · Veterans Memorial Expressway
16

Keep slight right at fork onto US 90

0.2 mi · 12 sec · Veterans Memorial Expressway
17

Keep slight right at fork onto US 90

0.2 mi · 11 sec · Veterans Memorial Expressway
18

Keep slight right at fork onto US 90

0.2 mi · 14 sec · Veterans Memorial Expressway
19

Keep slight right at fork onto US 90

0.8 mi · 53 sec · Veterans Memorial Expressway
20

Keep slight right at fork onto US 90

28 mi · 30 min · US 90
21

Take the exit

0.4 mi · 53 sec
Toward LA 83: Baldwin, Charenton
22

Turn left onto LA 83

1.4 mi · 2 min · State Route 83
23

At end of road, turn right onto LA 182

0.3 mi · 35 sec · Main Street
24

Turn left onto Live Oak Street

130 ft · 5 sec · Live Oak Street
25

Arrive at destination

Live Oak Street

Trip Plan

With a duration of under 5 hours, this trip from Bossier City to Baldwin is perfectly manageable as a single-day drive. Aim for an early morning departure to maximize daylight and allow ample time for the 254.3 miles, especially given the turn-heavy nature of the route. The longest stretch on Louisiana Korean War Veterans Memorial Highway is nearly 200 miles, so plan your fuel stops accordingly before you get too far into that segment. With only one recommended stop, you have flexibility to pace yourself, but be mindful of the 4h 35m estimated drive time and the $39 fuel budget.

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 127.1 miles from Bossier City, LA, or about 2h 12m into the drive.
The longest continuous stretch on this route runs about 197.9 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 56 miles or 59m in

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

Halfway reset

Around 127.1 miles or 2h 12m in

This is the best place for your longest stop, a real meal, and a full fuel check.

Final approach

Final hour starts around 3h 36m

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

Before You Leave

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Open the route before leaving Bossier City, 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 Bossier City, LA

This is one driving day of about 254.3 miles and 4h 35m.

Your first comfortable stop window is around 56 miles from Bossier City, 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 Louisiana Korean War Veterans Memorial Highway for about 197.9 miles.

Where to Stop

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

largest city and parish seat of Rapides Parish, Louisiana, United States

Mid-route town

Meal stop

Alexandria, LA

127 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

Shreveport, LA

Fuel and coffee

A short stop after about 56 miles helps settle the day before fatigue starts building.

Alexandria, LA

Meal break

The midpoint is around 127.1 miles from Bossier City, LA, which is a good place for a longer meal and fuel stop.

Before the longest stretch

Fuel check

Top up before Louisiana Korean War Veterans Memorial Highway if your tank is already low. That segment runs about 197.9 miles.

These stop ideas are pacing suggestions — the exact town or exit can change with traffic, hotel plans, and fuel range.

Stops Along Your Drive

Picked by where they fit in your drive — first break, midpoint reset, final stretch.

Best meal stop

Bon Asian Cafe

4.4 ★ ★ ★ ★ ☆

Shreveport, Louisiana

Near the start, short detour

1 mi from route ~3 min detour $10 to $20

Hours: 9 am–8 pm

+13182207373

Visit website

Whataburger

4.1 ★ ★ ★ ★ ☆

Shreveport, Louisiana

2.5 mi

Sabores | Dominican Bar & Grill Restaurant

4.4 ★ ★ ★ ★ ☆

Shreveport, Louisiana

2.6 mi

Bon Asian Cafe

4.4 ★ ★ ★ ★ ☆

Near the start, short detour

1 mi from route ~3 min detour $10 to $20

Shreveport, Louisiana

Hours: 9 am–8 pm

+13182207373

Visit website

Whataburger

4.1 ★ ★ ★ ★ ☆

Near the start, short detour

2.5 mi from route ~6 min detour $10 to $20

Shreveport, Louisiana

Hours: Open 24 hours

+13188655254

Visit website

Sabores | Dominican Bar & Grill Restaurant

4.4 ★ ★ ★ ★ ☆

Near the start, short detour

2.6 mi from route ~7 min detour Moderately

Shreveport, Louisiana

Hours: 11 am–9 pm

+13183512761

Visit website

The Cottage Restaurant

4.5 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Around the midpoint, short detour

Halfway reset 2.9 mi from route ~7 min detour $10 to $20

Alexandria, Louisiana

Hours: 11 am–2 pm

+13184484220

Visit website

Querbes Restaurant

4.7 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Near the start, short detour

2.8 mi from route ~7 min detour $10 to $20

Shreveport, Louisiana

Hours: 8 am–3 pm

+13186737775

Visit website

Indigo Indian Bistro

4.2 ★ ★ ★ ★ ☆

Near the start, ~9 min detour

3.4 mi from route ~9 min detour $10 to $20

Shreveport, Louisiana

Hours: 11 am–2 pm

+13186290726

Visit website

T-Coon's Restaurant

4.4 ★ ★ ★ ★ ☆

Near the end, ~10 min detour

Home stretch 4 mi from route ~10 min detour $10 to $20

Lafayette, Louisiana

Hours: 6 am–2 pm

+13372330422

Visit website

Taqueria San Miguel

4.5 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Near the start, ~11 min detour

4.3 mi from route ~11 min detour $10 to $20

Bossier City, Louisiana

Hours: 11 am–9:30 pm

+13185847170

Visit website

ChargePoint Charging Station

4.1 ★ ★ ★ ★ ☆

Near the start, short detour

1.1 mi from route ~3 min detour

Bossier City, Louisiana

Hours: Open 24 hours

+18887584389

Visit website

Electrify America Charging Station

4.3 ★ ★ ★ ★ ☆

Around the midpoint, short detour

Halfway reset 2.1 mi from route ~5 min detour

Alexandria, Louisiana

Hours: Open 24 hours

+18336322778

Visit website

Tesla Supercharger

4.1 ★ ★ ★ ★ ☆

Early in the drive, short detour

Early stretch 1.9 mi from route ~5 min detour

Natchitoches, Louisiana

Hours: Open 24 hours

Visit website

InCharge Energy Charging Station

2.6 ★ ★ ★ ☆ ☆

Near the start, short detour

First break 1 mi from route ~3 min detour

Stonewall, Louisiana

Hours: 7:30 am–6 pm

+18333994638

Visit website

Tesla Supercharger

4.1 ★ ★ ★ ★ ☆

Near the start, short detour

2.9 mi from route ~7 min detour

Shreveport, Louisiana

Hours: Open 24 hours

+18777983752

Visit website

Tesla Supercharger

4.4 ★ ★ ★ ★ ☆

Around the midpoint, ~9 min detour

Halfway reset 3.7 mi from route ~9 min detour

Alexandria, Louisiana

Hours: Open 24 hours

Visit website

Tesla Supercharger

4.1 ★ ★ ★ ★ ☆

Near the start, short detour

3.2 mi from route ~8 min detour

Bossier City, Louisiana

Hours: Open 24 hours

Visit website

Tesla Destination Charger

1.0 ★ ☆ ☆ ☆ ☆

Around the midpoint, short detour

Halfway reset 1.5 mi from route ~4 min detour

Alexandria, Louisiana

Hours: Open 24 hours

+13184499000

Visit website

New Iberia City Park

4.6 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Near the end, ~9 min detour

Home stretch 3.6 mi from route ~9 min detour

New Iberia, Louisiana

Hours: 6 am–10 pm

+13373692337

Visit website

Alexandria Museum of Art

4.6 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Around the midpoint, ~9 min detour

Halfway reset 3.7 mi from route ~9 min detour

Alexandria, Louisiana

Hours: 10 am–5 pm

+13184433458

Visit website

Place data sourced from public business listings. Hours and availability may vary.

Heads-up: tricky spots

5 of 18

5 decision points cluster between mile 0 and 252.2 — GPS handles the exact turns, but know they're coming. Your lane choice matters more than the turn itself.

5
0 mi into trip | ~0m in | Barksdale Boulevard

Turn right onto Barksdale Boulevard

Navigation decision point

5
221.8 mi into trip | ~3h 58m in | LA 92-1 / Young Street

At end of road, turn left onto LA 92-1 / Young Street

Navigation decision point

5
223 mi into trip | ~4h in | US 90 / Veterans Memorial Expressway

Keep slight right at fork onto US 90 / Veterans Memorial Expressway

Highway fork - watch signs carefully

5
223.2 mi into trip | ~4h in | US 90 / Veterans Memorial Expressway

Keep slight right at fork onto US 90 / Veterans Memorial Expressway

Highway fork - watch signs carefully

5
252.2 mi into trip | ~4h 32m in

Take the exit toward LA 83: Baldwin, Charenton

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

Toward LA 83: Baldwin, Charenton

Fuel & Cost

Regular Gas

$38.41 one way

$76.81 round trip

$3.84/gal 25.4 MPG avg 89 kg CO2
Fuel Type $/gal One Way Round Trip
midgrade $4.21 $42.16 $84.32
premium $4.56 $45.64 $91.29
diesel $5.61 $56.15 $112.29

Estimated Tolls: $0.15

Northwest Evangeline Thruway (2.2 mi) $0.15

Toll estimates based on average 2024-2025 rates. EZ-Pass/SunPass discounts may lower the actual cost.

Estimated Trip Cost (one way, 1 person)

Fuel

$38

Tolls

$0

Meals

$25–$50

Total

$64–$89

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

Estimated CO2 emission: 89 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-13.

Driving Electric?

About $27 in charging · 0 stops · 66% less CO2

Vehicle Type kWh Stops DC Fast Home Charge
Average EV 76.3 0 $26.70 $12.21
Efficient EV 63.6 0 $22.25 $10.17
EV Truck/SUV 101.7 1 $35.60 $16.28

Gas CO2

89 kg

EV CO2

30 kg (66% 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 14, 2026

Origin

Bossier City, LA

Late night in Bossier City on Tuesday

Local time

3:51 AM

CDT

Current temp

87°F

Mostly Sunny

S 10 mph 2% chance Live forecast

Destination

Baldwin, LA

Late night in Baldwin on Tuesday

Local time

3:51 AM

CDT

Current temp

83°F

Unavailable

Live forecast

87°F

Alexandria, LA

127 mi in

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

4 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

4h 35m 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.

National Parks Near This Route

Worth a detour if your schedule allows.

Cane River Creole National Historical Park

Cane River Creole National Historical Park

National Historical Park

The Cane River region is home to a unique culture; the Creoles. Generations of the same families of workers, enslaved and tenant, and owners lived on these lands for over 200 years. The park tells the...

4 mi from route ~11 min detour Free near mile 78.9
View on nps.gov

Park data from the National Park Service API. Alerts update every 2 hours.

What kind of drive is this?

This isn't your typical interstate cruise; expect a turn-heavy local drive for much of the 254.3 miles. While 19% of the route involves highways like the Veterans Memorial Expressway, the majority focuses on US 90 and the Louisiana Korean War Veterans Memorial Highway. The longest uninterrupted stretch you'll encounter is 197.9 miles on the Louisiana Korean War Veterans Memorial Highway. This means you'll be navigating more local roads and intersections, requiring your attention throughout the 4-hour and 35-minute duration.

Only 19% highway — the rest is turn-by-turn surface driving.
25 navigation steps total — most of the decisions cluster near the start and finish.
Longest single stretch: 197.9 mi on Louisiana Korean War Veterans Memorial Highway.

How Hard Is This Drive?

5/10

Expect a hands-on drive with frequent turns and local roads rather than long highway stretches. You will hit about 18 points where you need to pay attention to lane position or signs. The trickiest moment comes early in the drive near Barksdale Boulevard.

Driving Effort 5/10

Moderate - straightforward overall, but long enough or busy enough to require pacing

Balances navigation complexity with total wheel time.

This drive requires moderate attention. Across 254.3 miles you will encounter 18 spots where lane choice or exit timing matters. Not difficult for experienced highway drivers, but worth previewing the tricky sections before you go.

Where does it get tricky?

The main spots that need attention: near the start (Barksdale Boulevard): Navigation decision point; at 221.8 miles (LA 92-1 / Young Street): Navigation decision point; at 223 miles (US 90 / Veterans Memorial Expressway): Highway fork - watch signs carefully.

Elevation Profile

Mostly flat terrain

258 ft 13 ft

Total Climb

94 ft

Total Descent

252 ft

Highest Point

258 ft

~18.2 mi in

Elevation Range

245 ft

About the Cities

Starting in Bossier City, LA

Full guide →

Founded 1907

Bossier City is the second-largest city in Northern Louisiana and the largest city in Bossier Parish. Home to Barksdale Air Force Base, which hosts several Air Force commands, as well as the backup landing site of Air Force One, Bossier City's recent history revolves largely around the U.S. military. In addition, most of the casinos in the Ark-La-Tex (the three-states region where Louisiana, Arkansas, and Texas intersect) are within the corporate limits of Bossier City.

Top landmarks

  • • Bossier High School — high school in Bossier City, Louisiana, United States

City content from Wikivoyage (CC BY-SA 4.0) and Wikidata (CC0).

Who Is This Route For?

Weekend Trip

Doable as a same-day drive at 4h 35m. Total distance: 254.3 miles.

Family Friendly

Moderate complexity with 1 natural rest stops along the way.

Solo Traveler

4h 35m drive, comfortable solo distance.

First-Time Driver

Mostly highway driving (19%). Some complex stretches to watch for.

Scenic Drive

Mostly surface roads route profile with national parks nearby.

Frequently Asked Questions

The longest stretch is about 197.9 miles on Louisiana Korean War Veterans Memorial Highway. The full list of main roads is in the Roads section above.

Expect about $0.15 in tolls one way, starting with Northwest Evangeline Thruway. Most Northeast and Midwest toll agencies accept E-ZPass; in the West and Texas, transponders like TxTag or FasTrak apply. If you do not have a transponder, cashless tolling plates will mail a bill to the vehicle's registered address — usually with a surcharge, so a rental-car toll pass is often cheaper than paying by mail.

We did not find dedicated rest areas on this route. For a drive this long, plan bathroom and stretch breaks around gas stations, fast-food stops, or small-town downtowns — check the Nearby Places section for options.

Yes, with realistic expectations. Build in a stop roughly every 2 hours, have snacks and activities ready, and check the Nearby Places tabs for kid-friendly stops along the way.

The main spots that need attention: near the start (Barksdale Boulevard): Navigation decision point; at 221.8 miles (LA 92-1 / Young Street): Navigation decision point; at 223 miles (US 90 / Veterans Memorial Expressway): Highway fork - watch signs carefully.

Yes — Cane River Creole National Historical Park. See the National Parks section for detour distances and tips on detours.

Possible but tiring. At 4.6 hours each way, an in-and-out day trip would put you behind the wheel for 9.2 hours — manageable with a long break at Baldwin, LA, but most travelers stay overnight.

How this page is built

Compiled by the US Trip Planner planning team at COD Solutions Oy from open government datasets — OSRM over OpenStreetMap for geometry, EIA for fuel prices, USGS 3DEP for elevation, and NPS for national parks. See our methodology for refresh cadence and limitations.

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