Origin
Bossier City, LA
Night in Bossier City on Saturday
Local time
11:58 PM
CDT
Current temp
76°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
Trip from Bossier City, LA to Greenwood, LA
Compiled and reviewed by the US Trip Planner planning team at COD Solutions Oy · Last reviewed Apr 19, 2026 · Editorial standards
Drive Time
4h 40m
Distance
250.8 mi
404 km
Drive Score
9/10
Great drive
Same Day?
Yes, doable
Fuel Cost
$38
one way
EV Charging
Unknown
Best Time to Leave
4 AM
4h 27m
★
6 AM
4h 41m
8 AM
5h 8m
10 AM
4h 50m
12 PM
4h 47m
3 PM
4h 52m
5 PM
5h 6m
8 PM
4h 33m
Estimated drive times based on typical traffic patterns. Actual times may vary with weather, construction, and real-time conditions.
Bossier City, LA
Stephen Leonardi
Greenwood, LA
Jose Carlos Ramajo
Trip Overview
Bossier City, LA to Greenwood, LA is 250.8 miles and takes about 4h 40m via Louisiana Korean War Veterans Memorial Highway and US 190, with a fuel budget near $38 and enough daylight to finish in a day. This trip stays within the Southeast region, specifically within Louisiana, offering a drive that's largely on local roads with some highway segments. It's a straightforward journey that doesn't require an overnight stay, making it ideal for a single-day excursion. Prepare for a day of navigating various road types as you make your way to your destination.
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
125.4 miles from Bossier City, LA
A natural place for your longest stop of the day , about 2h 10m into the drive .
Main Roads
| Road | Distance | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| Louisiana Korean War Veterans Memorial Highway | 186.4 mi | 3h 10m |
| US 190 | 55.8 mi | 1h 12m |
| Hooper Road | 2.4 mi | 4m |
| Purple Heart Recipients Highway | 1.4 mi | 2m |
| Plank Road | 0.9 mi | 1m |
| Foster Road | 0.9 mi | 2m |
| Tidecrest Drive | 0.2 mi | <1m |
| Price Avenue | 0.2 mi | <1m |
Longest stretch:
Louisiana Korean War Veterans Memorial Highway
— 186.4 mi, about 3h 10m
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Bossier City, LA and Greenwood, 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
186 mi
·
3 hr 10 min
·
Louisiana Korean War Veterans Memorial Highway
7
Take the exit
0.5 mi
·
1 min
Toward US 190: Baton Rouge, Opelousas
8
Keep slight left at fork
362 ft
·
9 sec
Toward US 190 East: Baton Rouge
9
Merge onto US 190
49 mi
·
1 hr 3 min
·
US 190
Use the straight / right lanes.
10
Keep slight left at fork onto US 190; LA 1
6.4 mi
·
9 min
·
US 190; LA 1
11
Take the exit
0.3 mi
·
41 sec
Toward LA 67: Plank Road, Baker, Zachary, Clinton
12
Keep slight left at fork
0.4 mi
·
50 sec
Toward LA 67: Plank Road, Baker, Zachary, Clinton
Use the right lane.
13
Turn straight onto LA 67
0.9 mi
·
1 min
·
Plank Road
14
Turn right onto LA 408
2.4 mi
·
4 min
·
Hooper Road
15
Turn left onto Foster Road
0.9 mi
·
2 min
·
Foster Road
Use the left lane.
16
Turn right onto Windcrest Avenue
0.2 mi
·
38 sec
·
Windcrest Avenue
17
Turn right onto Price Avenue
0.2 mi
·
45 sec
·
Price Avenue
18
Turn left onto Tidecrest Drive
0.2 mi
·
45 sec
·
Tidecrest Drive
19
Arrive at destination
Tidecrest Drive
Trip Plan
Given the 4h 40m duration and 250.8-mile distance, starting your drive in the morning is highly recommended to allow ample time for the drive and any unexpected delays. With only one recommended stop, it’s wise to plan it strategically along US 190 or Hooper Road for fuel or a quick break. Keep an eye on your fuel gauge, especially before embarking on the 186.4-mile stretch on the Louisiana Korean War Veterans Memorial Highway, to ensure you have enough to reach your destination without concern. Since this is a single-day trip, the flexibility of departing at your convenience is a major advantage.
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 125.4 miles from Bossier City, LA, or about 2h 10m into the drive.
The longest continuous stretch on this route runs about 186.4 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 55 miles or 58m in
Use this first pause for coffee, a restroom break, and a quick traffic check ahead.
Halfway reset
Around 125.4 miles or 2h 10m 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 37m
Traffic, exits, and arrival timing usually matter more near Greenwood, 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 250.8 miles and 4h 40m.
Your first comfortable stop window is around 55 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 186.4 miles.
Where to Stop
Rest stops, refuel points, and overnight suggestions along this route.
Mid-route town
Meal stop
125 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
Fuel and coffee
A short stop after about 55 miles helps settle the day before fatigue starts building.
Meal break
The midpoint is around 125.4 miles from Bossier City, LA, which is a good place for a longer meal and fuel stop.
Before the longest stretch
Fuel checkTop up before Louisiana Korean War Veterans Memorial Highway if your tank is already low. That segment runs about 186.4 miles.
These stop ideas are pacing suggestions — the exact town or exit can change with traffic, hotel plans, and fuel range.
Heads-up: tricky spots
5 of 155 decision points cluster between mile 0 and 245.7 — 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
189 mi into trip
|
~3h 15m in
Take the exit toward US 190: Baton Rouge, Opelousas
Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one
Toward US 190: Baton Rouge, Opelousas
5
189.5 mi into trip
|
~3h 16m in
Keep slight left at fork toward US 190 East: Baton Rouge
Highway fork - watch signs carefully
Toward US 190 East: Baton Rouge
6
189.6 mi into trip
|
~3h 16m in
|
US 190
Merge onto US 190
Merge point - match speed before joining. Lane positioning matters here
Use the straight / right lanes.
8
245.7 mi into trip
|
~4h 29m in
Keep slight left at fork toward LA 67: Plank Road, Baker, Zachary, Clinton
Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one
Use the right lane.
Toward LA 67: Plank Road, Baker, Zachary, Clint...
Fuel & Cost
Regular Gas
$37.88 one way
$75.75 round trip
$3.84/gal
25.4 MPG avg
88 kg CO2
| Fuel Type | $/gal | One Way | Round Trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| midgrade | $4.21 | $41.58 | $83.16 |
| premium | $4.56 | $45.02 | $90.03 |
| diesel | $5.61 | $55.37 | $110.75 |
No toll roads detected on this route.
Estimated Trip Cost (one way, 1 person)
Fuel
$38
Meals
$25–$50
Total
$63–$88
Rough estimate based on US averages. Hotel $80–$140/night, meals $25–$50/day.
Estimated CO2 emission: 87.8 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-13.
Driving Electric?
About $26 in charging · 0 stops · 67% less CO2
| Vehicle Type | kWh | Stops | DC Fast | Home Charge |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Average EV | 75.2 | 0 | $26.33 | $12.04 |
| Efficient EV | 62.7 | 0 | $21.95 | $10.03 |
| EV Truck/SUV | 100.3 | 1 | $35.11 | $16.05 |
Gas CO2
88 kg
EV CO2
29 kg (67% 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.
Destination
Greenwood, LA
Night in Greenwood on Saturday
Local time
11:58 PM
CDT
Current temp
83°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
85°F
Alexandria, LA
125 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
7 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 40m 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
~12 min detour
Free
near mile 77.8
View on nps.gov
Park data from the National Park Service API. Alerts update every 2 hours.
What kind of drive is this?
This route leans towards a turn-heavy local drive, with only 22% of the journey on highways. You'll experience a mix of road types, so expect to adjust your driving style throughout the approximately 4-hour and 40-minute trip. The longest continuous stretch you'll encounter is 186.4 miles on the Louisiana Korean War Veterans Memorial Highway, offering a period of more consistent travel before transitioning back to local roads. Be ready for frequent turns and changes in speed limits as you navigate through varied terrain.
Only 22% 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: 186.4 mi on Louisiana Korean War Veterans Memorial Highway.
How Hard Is This Drive?
8/10
Expect a hands-on drive with frequent turns and local roads rather than long highway stretches. This route has several spots where lane changes, forks, or exits need your full attention. The trickiest moment comes early in the drive near Barksdale Boulevard.
Driving Effort
8/10
Demanding - plan breaks and stay ahead of the key maneuvers
Balances navigation complexity with total wheel time.
This is a demanding drive. With 15 significant decision points across 250.8 miles, you will need to stay alert - especially through interchange areas and urban stretches. Consider splitting it into segments if you are not comfortable with fast highway navigation.
Where does it get tricky?
The main spots that need attention: near the start (Barksdale Boulevard): Navigation decision point; at 189 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one; at 189.5 miles: Highway fork - watch signs carefully.
Towns Mentioned on Route Signs
Based on OSRM destination-sign hints, not a full list of every settlement the road passes.
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 Greenwood, LA, road signs begin pointing toward Opelousas along the way.
Opelousas
189 mi in
|
~3h 15m
About the Cities
Starting in Bossier City, LA
Full guide →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.
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 40m. Total distance: 250.8 miles.
Family Friendly
Moderate complexity with 1 natural rest stops along the way.
Solo Traveler
4h 40m drive, comfortable solo distance.
Scenic Drive
Mostly surface roads route profile with national parks nearby.
Frequently Asked Questions
The longest stretch is about 186.4 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.
It helps. This route has a higher-than-average number of complex decision points, which get harder in the dark. If the last hour of the trip is on surface roads or mountain grades, aim to arrive at Greenwood, 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 189 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one; at 189.5 miles: 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 4.7 hours each way, an in-and-out day trip would put you behind the wheel for 9.4 hours — manageable with a long break at Greenwood, 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, and NPS for national parks. See our methodology for refresh cadence and limitations.
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