This 324.6-mile journey from Bossier City, Louisiana, to Bourg, Louisiana, is a solid one-day drive, estimated to take around 6 hours and 2 minutes. You'll navigate primarily via Barksdale Boulevard and I-49 South, with a significant portion on local roads contributing to a 'turn-heavy' profile. The estimated fuel cost for this trip is about $50. Since both locations are within the Southeast region, you won't experience a shift in regional scenery. It's a manageable drive that can be completed in a single day, making it ideal for those looking for an efficient transit within Louisiana.
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
162.3 miles from Bossier City, LA
A natural place for your longest stop of the day
, about 2h 48m into the drive
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Main Roads
Road
Distance
Duration
Louisiana Korean War Veterans Memorial Highway
197.9 mi
3h 22m
US 90
87.8 mi
1h 37m
Veterans Memorial Expressway
10.6 mi
11m
Coteau Road
7.4 mi
11m
Highway 24
3.6 mi
5m
East Park Avenue
2.7 mi
4m
Northwest Evangeline Thruway
2.2 mi
3m
West Main Street
1.9 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 Bourg, 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
82 mi·1 hr 28 min·US 90
21
Take the exit
0.4 mi·49 sec
22
Keep slight right at fork
394 ft·9 sec
23
Turn straight onto LA 24
1.9 mi·2 min·West Main Street
24
Turn left onto LA 660
7.4 mi·11 min·Coteau Road
25
Turn right onto LA 3087
1.2 mi·2 min·Prospect Boulevard
26
Turn left onto LA 659
2.7 mi·4 min·East Park Avenue
Use the left lane.
27
Continue on LA 24
2.5 mi·3 min·Highway 24
28
Turn right onto Donut Street
250 ft·31 sec·Donut Street
29
Turn left onto 43
1.4 mi·3 min·Country Drive
30
Turn sharp left onto Klondyke Bridge
297 ft·24 sec·Klondyke Bridge
31
Turn left onto LA 24
1.1 mi·1 min·Highway 24
32
Turn right onto Guidry Street
37 ft·1 sec·Guidry Street
33
Arrive at destination
Guidry Street
Trip Plan
For this 6-hour drive, consider an early morning departure from Bossier City to maximize daylight and allow for a comfortable pace. With only one recommended stop, you have plenty of flexibility to make it when and where you need it. Keep an eye on your fuel gauge, especially as you transition onto the local roads, and plan your refueling accordingly. The $50 fuel cost is a good estimate, but always have a little extra buffer. Since this is a single-day trip, you can afford to be flexible with your timing, but be mindful of the 'turn-heavy' nature of the route and allow a little extra time for navigation, especially if you're unfamiliar with the area.
Morning Departure
Start early — leave by 6-7 AM to arrive at a reasonable hour.
Evening Departure
This is a long drive — plan for a morning departure or consider splitting it into two days.
You can normally do this drive in one day.
Plan roughly 1 meaningful break for fuel, food, and rest.
The halfway point lands around 162.3 miles from Bossier City, LA, or about 2h 48m 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 71 miles or 1h 14m in
Use this first pause for coffee, a restroom break, and a quick traffic check ahead.
Halfway reset
Around 162.3 miles or 2h 48m in
This is the best place for your longest stop, a real meal, and a full fuel check.
Final approach
Final hour starts around 4h 47m
Traffic, exits, and arrival timing usually matter more near Bourg, 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 324.6 miles and 6h 2m.
Your first comfortable stop window is around 71 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.
Place data sourced from public business listings. Hours and availability may vary.
Heads-up: tricky spots
5 of 25
5 decision points cluster between mile 0 and 316.8 — GPS handles the exact turns, but know they're coming. Your lane choice matters more than the turn itself.
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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
316.8 mi into trip|~5h 47m in|LA 659 / East Park Avenue
Turn left onto LA 659 / East Park Avenue
Lane positioning matters here
Use the left lane.
Fuel & Cost
Regular Gas
$49.02 one way
$98.04 round trip
$3.84/gal25.4 MPG avg114 kg CO2
Fuel Type
$/gal
One Way
Round Trip
midgrade
$4.21
$53.81
$107.63
premium
$4.56
$58.26
$116.52
diesel
$5.61
$71.67
$143.34
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
$49
Tolls
$0
Meals
$25–$50
Total
$74–$99
Rough estimate based on US averages. Hotel $80–$140/night, meals $25–$50/day.
Estimated CO2 emission: 113.6 kg one way.
Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-13.
Driving Electric?
About $34 in charging
· 1 stop
· 67% less CO2
Vehicle Type
kWh
Stops
DC Fast
Home Charge
Average EV
97.4
1
$34.08
$15.58
Efficient EV
81.2
0
$28.40
$12.98
EV Truck/SUV
129.8
1
$45.44
$20.77
Gas CO2
114 kg
EV CO2
38 kg (67% less)
Plan for 1 charging stop. A 30-minute DC fast charge mid-route should be enough to complete the trip comfortably.
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 15, 2026
Origin
Bossier City, LA
Evening
in Bossier City on Saturday
Local time
8:27 PM
CDT
Current temp
76°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
Destination
Bourg, LA
Evening
in Bourg on Saturday
Local time
8:27 PM
CDT
Current temp
78°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
2 degrees warmer at arrival
A meaningful temperature swing is a good cue to rethink layers, water, and how soon you want to arrive.
Road read
6h 2m on the road
Start early — leave by 6-7 AM to arrive at a reasonable hour.
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
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...
5 mi from route
~12 min detour
Free
near mile 78.3
Park data from the National Park Service API. Alerts update every 2 hours.
More Details
What kind of drive is this?
Expect a drive with a 'turn-heavy local drive' profile, meaning you'll encounter frequent turns and changes in direction rather than long stretches of consistent highway. With 0% highway share, this route keeps you on local roads for its entirety. While the longest uninterrupted stretch isn't specified, the overall character suggests a dynamic driving experience that requires attention to navigation. This is not a monotonous interstate cruise; instead, it's a route that will keep you engaged with the changing Louisiana landscape as you make your way south.
32% highway, the rest on surface roads — varied driving throughout.
33 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
This route mixes highway mileage with some local-road sections near the start or finish. You will hit about 25 points where you need to pay attention to lane position or signs. The trickiest moment comes early in the drive near Barksdale Boulevard.
Driving Effort5/10
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 324.6 miles you will encounter 25 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.
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.
Doable as a same-day drive at 6h 2m. Total distance: 324.6 miles.
Family Friendly
Moderate complexity with 1 natural rest stops along the way.
Solo Traveler
6h 2m drive, plan rest stops for pacing.
First-Time Driver
Mostly highway driving (32%). Some complex stretches to watch for.
Scenic Drive
Mixed highway & surface 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.
It helps. This is a long drive, so arriving tired and in the dark compounds. If the last hour of the trip is on surface roads or mountain grades, aim to arrive at Bourg, LA before sunset when you can. Check the Trip Plan for departure windows that land you in daylight.
Only with planning. This is a long drive for kids — consider splitting it into two days rather than pushing through. Plan at least 1 meaningful breaks. Dedicated rest areas are limited, so plan gas or food stops as your bathroom breaks.
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.
Not recommended in a single day. At 6.0 hours each way, a round trip means 12.1 hours of driving — that is an unsafe level of fatigue for most drivers. Plan at least one night at Bourg, LA before the return drive.
