Spanning 204.7 miles, this journey from Bossier City to Crowley takes approximately four hours to complete. You will navigate primarily via Barksdale Boulevard, the Purple Heart Recipients Highway, and I-49 South. Because the trip is relatively short, it is perfectly suited for a single-day excursion, meaning you likely won't need to book an overnight stay. Expect to budget around $28 for fuel to cover the distance between these two Southeast Louisiana locations. This route is a straightforward transition within the same region, offering a reliable path for travelers looking to move efficiently between cities without the complication of multi-day planning.
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
102.3 miles from Bossier City, LA
A natural place for your longest stop of the day
, about 1h 47m into the drive
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Main Roads
Road
Distance
Duration
Louisiana Korean War Veterans Memorial Highway
144.7 mi
2h 28m
US 167
25.7 mi
38m
Crowley Eunice Highway
15.6 mi
23m
Veterans Memorial Highway
6.4 mi
9m
State Route 13
4.2 mi
6m
Aymond Street
2 mi
3m
North Parkerson Avenue
1.7 mi
3m
Purple Heart Recipients Highway
1.4 mi
2m
Longest stretch:
Louisiana Korean War Veterans Memorial Highway
— 144.7 mi, about 2h 28m
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Bossier City, LA and Crowley, 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
145 mi·2 hr 28 min·Louisiana Korean War Veterans Memorial Highway
7
Take the exit
0.4 mi·45 sec
Toward US 167: Meeker, Turkey Creek
8
Turn right onto US 167
26 mi·38 min·US 167
9
Continue on LA 13
1.8 mi·2 min·State Route 13
10
Continue on LA 13
6.4 mi·9 min·Veterans Memorial Highway
11
Continue on LA 13
2.4 mi·3 min·State Route 13
12
Continue on LA 13
1.3 mi·1 min·North C C Duson Street
13
Turn left onto LA 13
0.1 mi·13 sec·East Maple Avenue
14
Turn right onto LA 13
2.0 mi·3 min·Aymond Street
15
Continue on LA 13
16 mi·23 min·Crowley Eunice Highway
16
Continue on LA 13
1.7 mi·3 min·North Parkerson Avenue
17
At end of road, turn right onto LA 13
265 ft·6 sec·Northwest Court Circle
18
Turn right onto West Hutchinson Avenue
149 ft·4 sec·West Hutchinson Avenue
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Arrive at destination
West Hutchinson Avenue
Trip Plan
Since this is a four-hour trip, you have the flexibility to depart at your leisure, though planning for at least one stop will help keep you fresh during the winding local portions of the drive. Keep a close eye on your navigation as you transition from Barksdale Boulevard to the Purple Heart Recipients Highway, as the turn-heavy nature of the route can be tricky. With a $28 fuel budget, it is wise to check your levels before leaving Bossier City to ensure you aren't searching for stations during the more rural segments. Use your single planned stop to stretch your legs, as the constant turning can be more taxing on your focus than a standard highway cruise.
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 102.3 miles from Bossier City, LA, or about 1h 47m into the drive.
The longest continuous stretch on this route runs about 144.7 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 45 miles or 48m in
Use this first pause for coffee, a restroom break, and a quick traffic check ahead.
Halfway reset
Around 102.3 miles or 1h 47m 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 4m
Traffic, exits, and arrival timing usually matter more near Crowley, 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 204.7 miles and 4h.
Your first comfortable stop window is around 45 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 144.7 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 9
5 decision points cluster between mile 0 and 204.6 — 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
4
1.8 mi into trip|~3m in
Take the exit toward I 49 South: Alexandria
Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early
Toward I 49 South: Alexandria
5
147.3 mi into trip|~2h 33m in
Take the exit toward US 167: Meeker, Turkey Creek
Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one
Toward US 167: Meeker, Turkey Creek
5
204.6 mi into trip|~4h in|LA 13 / Northwest Court Circle
At end of road, turn right onto LA 13 / Northwest Court Circle
Navigation decision point
4
204.6 mi into trip|~4h in|West Hutchinson Avenue
Turn right onto West Hutchinson Avenue
Navigation decision point
Fuel & Cost
Regular Gas
$30.91 one way
$61.83 round trip
$3.84/gal25.4 MPG avg72 kg CO2
Fuel Type
$/gal
One Way
Round Trip
midgrade
$4.21
$33.94
$67.87
premium
$4.56
$36.74
$73.48
diesel
$5.61
$45.20
$90.39
No toll roads detected on this route.
Estimated Trip Cost (one way, 1 person)
Fuel
$31
Meals
$25–$50
Total
$56–$81
Rough estimate based on US averages. Hotel $80–$140/night, meals $25–$50/day.
Estimated CO2 emission: 71.6 kg one way.
Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-13.
Driving Electric?
About $21 in charging
· 0 stops
· 67% less CO2
Vehicle Type
kWh
Stops
DC Fast
Home Charge
Average EV
61.4
0
$21.49
$9.83
Efficient EV
51.2
0
$17.91
$8.19
EV Truck/SUV
81.9
1
$28.66
$13.10
Gas CO2
72 kg
EV CO2
24 kg (67% 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.
Forecast as of Apr 13, 2026
Origin
Bossier City, LA
Late night
in Bossier City on Sunday
Local time
3:01 AM
CDT
Current temp
68°F
Chance Showers And Thunderstorms
S 10 mph37% chanceLive forecast
Destination
Crowley, LA
Late night
in Crowley on Sunday
Local time
3:01 AM
CDT
Current temp
79°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
85°F
Alexandria, LA
102 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
11 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
4h 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
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
~13 min detour
Free
near mile 77.6
Park data from the National Park Service API. Alerts update every 2 hours.
More Details
What kind of drive is this?
Expect a turn-heavy local drive that demands your full attention behind the wheel. Unlike a monotonous interstate slog, this route requires frequent adjustments as you transition between local roads and the primary highway system. There is no significant high-speed highway stretch to zone out on, and in fact, the longest uninterrupted segment is zero miles on Barksdale Boulevard. This lack of a prolonged highway share means you should be prepared for a more active driving experience. The character of the road shifts quickly as you move away from the starting point, keeping the pace varied and engaging.
Only 15% highway — the rest is turn-by-turn surface driving.
19 navigation steps total — most of the decisions cluster near the start and finish.
Longest single stretch: 144.7 mi on Louisiana Korean War Veterans Memorial Highway.
How Hard Is This Drive?
3/10
Expect a hands-on drive with frequent turns and local roads rather than long highway stretches. There are only a few real navigation decisions along the way. The trickiest moment comes early in the drive near Barksdale Boulevard.
Driving Effort3/10
Easy - simple navigation with a manageable amount of wheel time
Balances navigation complexity with total wheel time.
This is a straightforward 4h drive. You will face about 9 decision points, but nothing that requires special attention if you follow navigation.
Where does it get tricky?
The main spots that need attention: near the start (Barksdale Boulevard): Navigation decision point; at 1.8 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early; at 147.3 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one.
Elevation Profile
Mostly flat terrain
193 ft19 ft
Total Climb
79 ft
Total Descent
233 ft
Highest Point
193 ft
~29.2 mi in
Elevation Range
175 ft
Towns Mentioned on Route Signs
Based on OSRM destination-sign hints, not a full list of every settlement the road passes.
On the drive from Bossier City, LA to Crowley, LA, road signs begin pointing toward Turkey Creek along the way.
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.
Mostly surface roads route profile with national parks nearby.
Frequently Asked Questions
The longest stretch is about 144.7 miles on Louisiana Korean War Veterans Memorial Highway. The full list of main roads is in the Roads section above.
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 1.8 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early; at 147.3 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one.
Yes — Cane River Creole National Historical Park. See the National Parks section for detour distances and tips on detours.
Possible but tiring. At 4.0 hours each way, an in-and-out day trip would put you behind the wheel for 8.0 hours — manageable with a long break at Crowley, LA, but most travelers stay overnight.
