Origin
Broussard, LA
Late night in Broussard on Tuesday
Local time
4:27 AM
CDT
Current temp
83°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
Trip from Broussard, LA to Ruston, LA
Pin this tripCompiled and reviewed by the US Trip Planner planning team at COD Solutions Oy · Last reviewed Apr 21, 2026 · Editorial standards
Drive Time
3h 22m
Distance
153.4 mi
247 km
Drive Score
8/10
Great drive
Same Day?
Yes, doable
Fuel Cost
$23
one way
EV Charging
Unknown
Best Time to Leave
4 AM
3h 11m
★
6 AM
3h 23m
8 AM
3h 47m
10 AM
3h 31m
12 PM
3h 29m
3 PM
3h 32m
5 PM
3h 46m
8 PM
3h 15m
Estimated drive times based on typical traffic patterns. Actual times may vary with weather, construction, and real-time conditions.
Broussard, LA
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Ruston, LA
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Trip Overview
Broussard to Ruston is 153 miles and takes about 3 hours 22 minutes via US 167 and I-49, with a fuel budget near $23 and enough daylight to finish in a day. This trip stays within Louisiana, moving from the Southeast region to the Southeast region. It's a straightforward drive, mostly on highways, making it a practical choice for a single day. You can expect a consistent driving experience without significant changes in scenery or road type for most of the way. Plan for about 98% of your travel to be on major roadways.
Trip Pace
Same-day drive is realistic
A same-day return is realistic if you keep stops short.
Break Rhythm
1 planned break
A short stop every 2 to 3 hours is enough for this drive.
Midpoint
76.7 miles from Broussard, LA
A natural place for your longest stop of the day , about 1h 45m into the drive .
Main Roads
| Road | Distance | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| US 167 | 93.9 mi | 1h 59m |
| I 49 | 30.6 mi | 31m |
| US 71 | 10.2 mi | 15m |
| State Route 107 | 7.3 mi | 13m |
| LA 107 | 5 mi | 12m |
| Highway 115 West | 3.6 mi | 6m |
| Macarthur Street | 1.7 mi | 2m |
| West Church Street | 0.2 mi | <1m |
Longest stretch:
US 167
— 93.9 mi, about 1h 59m
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Broussard, LA and Ruston, LA.
1
Start on Barron Road
395 ft
·
17 sec
·
Barron Road
2
Turn right onto LA 107
4.0 mi
·
7 min
·
State Route 107
3
At end of road, turn right onto LA 107
2.7 mi
·
4 min
·
State Route 107
4
Continue on LA 107
0.7 mi
·
1 min
·
State Route 107
5
Turn right onto LA 107
5.0 mi
·
12 min
·
LA 107
6
At end of road, turn right onto LA 107
0.2 mi
·
32 sec
·
Lodge Lin Road
7
Turn right onto US 71
10 mi
·
15 min
·
US 71
8
Turn left onto LA 115
0.2 mi
·
28 sec
·
West Church Street
9
Turn left onto LA 115
0.2 mi
·
18 sec
·
South Lexington Avenue
10
Turn right onto LA 115
0.7 mi
·
1 min
·
Macarthur Street
11
Continue on LA 115
3.6 mi
·
6 min
·
Highway 115 West
12
Continue on LA 115
0.9 mi
·
1 min
·
Macarthur Street
13
Take the ramp
0.3 mi
·
42 sec
Toward I 49 North: Alexandria
14
Merge onto I 49
31 mi
·
31 min
·
I 49
15
Take the exit onto US 167
0.2 mi
·
29 sec
·
US 167
Toward US 167 North, LA 28 East, LA 1: Pineville Expressway, Casson Street
16
Keep slight left at fork onto US 167
94 mi
·
1 hr 59 min
·
US 167
Toward US 167 North, LA 28 East: Pineville Expressway
17
Turn right onto LA 146
167 ft
·
4 sec
·
East California Avenue
18
Arrive at destination
LA 146
Trip Plan
Given the 3 hour 22 minute duration, this route is easily manageable in a single day. Consider departing in the morning to take advantage of daylight and avoid any potential rush hour traffic. With a fuel cost estimated at $23, it's a budget-friendly trip. The longest stretch without a significant road change is 93.9 miles on US 167, so ensure you have enough fuel before embarking on that segment. There's only one recommended stop on this route, offering flexibility in how you pace your journey.
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 76.7 miles from Broussard, LA, or about 1h 45m into the drive.
The longest continuous stretch on this route runs about 93.9 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 34 miles or 57m in
Use this first pause for coffee, a restroom break, and a quick traffic check ahead.
Halfway reset
Around 76.7 miles or 1h 45m in
This is the best place for your longest stop, a real meal, and a full fuel check.
Final approach
Final hour starts around 2h 47m
Traffic, exits, and arrival timing usually matter more near Ruston, LA than in the middle of the route.
Before You Leave
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Open the route before leaving Broussard, 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 Broussard, LA
This is one driving day of about 153.4 miles and 3h 22m.
Your first comfortable stop window is around 34 miles from Broussard, 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 US 167 for about 93.9 miles.
Where to Stop
Rest stops, refuel points, and overnight suggestions along this route.
Mid-route town
Meal stop
77 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 34 miles helps settle the day before fatigue starts building.
Meal break
The midpoint is around 76.7 miles from Broussard, LA, which is a good place for a longer meal and fuel stop.
Before the longest stretch
Fuel checkTop up before US 167 if your tank is already low. That segment runs about 93.9 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 135 decision points cluster between mile 4.1 and 59.7 — GPS handles the exact turns, but know they're coming. Your lane choice matters more than the turn itself.
5
4.1 mi into trip
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~7m in
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LA 107 / State Route 107
At end of road, turn right onto LA 107 / State Route 107
Navigation decision point
4
12.4 mi into trip
|
~25m in
|
LA 107 / Lodge Lin Road
At end of road, turn right onto LA 107 / Lodge Lin Road
Navigation decision point
4
22.9 mi into trip
|
~41m in
|
LA 115 / West Church Street
Turn left onto LA 115 / West Church Street
Navigation decision point
5
59.4 mi into trip
|
~1h 22m in
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US 167
Take the exit onto US 167 toward US 167 North, LA 28 East, LA 1: Pineville Expressway, Casson Street
Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one
Toward US 167 North, LA 28 East, LA 1: Pinevill...
6
59.7 mi into trip
|
~1h 23m in
|
US 167
Keep slight left at fork onto US 167 toward US 167 North, LA 28 East: Pineville Expressway
Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one
Toward US 167 North, LA 28 East: Pineville Expr...
Fuel & Cost
Regular Gas
$23.17 one way
$46.33 round trip
$3.84/gal
25.4 MPG avg
54 kg CO2
| Fuel Type | $/gal | One Way | Round Trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| midgrade | $4.21 | $25.43 | $50.86 |
| premium | $4.56 | $27.53 | $55.07 |
| diesel | $5.61 | $33.87 | $67.74 |
No toll roads detected on this route.
Estimated Trip Cost (one way, 1 person)
Fuel
$23
Meals
$25–$50
Total
$48–$73
Rough estimate based on US averages. Hotel $80–$140/night, meals $25–$50/day.
Estimated CO2 emission: 53.7 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-13.
Driving Electric?
About $16 in charging · 0 stops · 67% less CO2
| Vehicle Type | kWh | Stops | DC Fast | Home Charge |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Average EV | 46 | 0 | $16.11 | $7.36 |
| Efficient EV | 38.4 | 0 | $13.42 | $6.14 |
| EV Truck/SUV | 61.4 | 0 | $21.48 | $9.82 |
Gas CO2
54 kg
EV CO2
18 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.
Destination
Ruston, LA
Late night in Ruston on Tuesday
Local time
4:27 AM
CDT
Current temp
82°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
1 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
3h 22m on the road
Use the two city cards together: check the sky where you start, then compare it with the local time and temperature at arrival.
Weather data from the National Weather Service. Conditions may change; check closer to your travel date.
What kind of drive is this?
This drive is almost entirely highway, with 98% of the 153 miles on major roads like US 167 and I-49. You'll encounter a long stretch of 93.9 miles on US 167 before transitioning to other highways. Expect a consistent cruising pace for the majority of your trip, with minimal time spent on slower, surface roads. The high highway percentage means you'll likely notice frequent exits and merges as you travel.
98% highway — fuel and pacing are the main things to plan.
18 navigation steps total — most of the decisions cluster near the start and finish.
Longest single stretch: 93.9 mi on US 167.
How Hard Is This Drive?
3/10
This is a straightforward highway drive that stays mostly on US 167 and I 49. There are only a few real navigation decisions along the way. The trickiest moment comes around 4.1 miles in near LA 107 / State Route 107.
Driving Effort
3/10
Easy - simple navigation with a manageable amount of wheel time
Balances navigation complexity with total wheel time.
This is a straightforward 3h 22m drive. You will face about 13 decision points, but nothing that requires special attention if you follow navigation.
Where does it get tricky?
The main spots that need attention: at 4.1 miles (LA 107 / State Route 107): Navigation decision point; at 12.4 miles (LA 107 / Lodge Lin Road): Navigation decision point; at 22.9 miles (LA 115 / West Church Street): Navigation decision point.
About the Cities
Starting in Broussard, LA
Full guide →Founded 1884
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 3h 22m. Total distance: 153.4 miles.
Family Friendly
Moderate complexity with 1 natural rest stops along the way.
Solo Traveler
3h 22m drive, comfortable solo distance.
First-Time Driver
Mostly highway driving (98%). Straightforward navigation.
Frequently Asked Questions
The longest stretch is about 93.9 miles on US 167. 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: at 4.1 miles (LA 107 / State Route 107): Navigation decision point; at 12.4 miles (LA 107 / Lodge Lin Road): Navigation decision point; at 22.9 miles (LA 115 / West Church Street): Navigation decision point.
Possible but tiring. At 3.4 hours each way, an in-and-out day trip would put you behind the wheel for 6.8 hours — manageable with a long break at Ruston, 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, and EIA for fuel prices. See our methodology for refresh cadence and limitations.
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