Brusly, LA to Bossier City, LA is 249.4 miles and takes about 4h 35m via Charles I. "Doc" Hudson Highway, with a fuel budget near $38 and enough daylight to finish in a day. This trip primarily stays within Louisiana, moving from the Southeast region towards the northern part of the state. Expect a drive with frequent turns, characteristic of local roads rather than a straight interstate path. With a recommended single day for travel, you can comfortably make this journey without needing an overnight stay.
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
124.7 miles from Brusly, LA
A natural place for your longest stop of the day
, about 2h 25m into the drive
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Main Roads
Road
Distance
Duration
Charles I. "Doc" Hudson Highway
186.3 mi
3h 10m
State Route 1
49 mi
1h 2m
Highway 1 South
4 mi
5m
North Lobdell Highway
3.6 mi
4m
I 10
1.6 mi
1m
Purple Heart Recipients Highway
1.5 mi
2m
West Main Street
0.7 mi
1m
Barksdale Boulevard
0.2 mi
<1m
Longest stretch:
Charles I. "Doc" Hudson Highway
— 186.3 mi, about 3h 10m
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Brusly, LA and Bossier City, LA.
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Start on LA 989-2
0.7 mi·1 min·West Main Street
2
Turn left onto LA 1
4.0 mi·5 min·Highway 1 South
3
Take the exit
0.4 mi·56 sec
Toward I 10 West: Lafayette
4
Merge onto I 10
1.6 mi·1 min·I 10
5
Take the exit
0.3 mi·44 sec
Exit 151Toward LA 415: LobdellUse the straight / slight right lanes.
6
Keep slight right at fork
317 ft·7 sec
Toward LA 415: LobdellUse the right lane.
7
Merge onto LA 415
3.6 mi·4 min·North Lobdell Highway
Use the straight / right lanes.
8
Merge onto US 190; LA 1
49 mi·1 hr 2 min·State Route 1
Use the straight lane.
9
Take the exit
0.3 mi·36 sec
Toward I 49 North, US 167 North: Alexandria
10
Merge onto I 49; US 167
186 mi·3 hr 10 min·Charles I. "Doc" Hudson Highway
11
Keep slight right at fork
0.2 mi·28 sec
Toward I 20: Dallas, Monroe
12
Keep slight right at fork
0.6 mi·1 min
Toward I 20 East: Monroe
13
Merge onto I 20
1.5 mi·2 min·Purple Heart Recipients Highway
14
Take the exit
0.5 mi·1 min
Toward Traffic Street
15
Continue on Barksdale Boulevard
0.2 mi·36 sec·Barksdale Boulevard
16
Turn left onto Monroe Street
78 ft·2 sec·Monroe Street
17
Arrive at destination
Monroe Street
Trip Plan
Given the 4h 35m estimated drive time, starting your journey in the morning allows ample time to reach Bossier City before evening. The route has one recommended stop, so plan to take a break around the halfway point or when you feel the need to stretch. Be mindful of the "Turn-heavy local drive" profile; pay close attention to navigation to avoid missing any turns. Keep your fuel tank topped up, as the estimated fuel cost is $38, and it's always wise to have a buffer, especially on routes with more variable road conditions.
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 124.7 miles from Brusly, LA, or about 2h 25m into the drive.
The longest continuous stretch on this route runs about 186.3 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 1h 12m in
Use this first pause for coffee, a restroom break, and a quick traffic check ahead.
Halfway reset
Around 124.7 miles or 2h 25m 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 46m
Traffic, exits, and arrival timing usually matter more near Bossier City, LA than in the middle of the route.
Before You Leave
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Open the route before leaving Brusly, 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 Brusly, LA
This is one driving day of about 249.4 miles and 4h 35m.
Your first comfortable stop window is around 55 miles from Brusly, 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 Charles I. "Doc" Hudson Highway for about 186.3 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 13
5 decision points cluster between mile 6.7 and 246.4 — GPS handles the exact turns, but know they're coming. Your lane choice matters more than the turn itself.
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6.7 mi into trip|~10m in
Take the exit toward LA 415: Lobdell
Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
Exit 151
Toward LA 415: Lobdell
7
7.1 mi into trip|~10m in
Keep slight right at fork toward LA 415: Lobdell
Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here
Use the right lane.
Toward LA 415: Lobdell
5
7.1 mi into trip|~11m in|LA 415 / North Lobdell Highway
Merge onto LA 415 / North Lobdell Highway
Merge point - match speed before joining. Lane positioning matters here
Use the straight / right lanes.
5
10.7 mi into trip|~16m in|US 190; LA 1 / State Route 1
Merge onto US 190; LA 1 / State Route 1
Merge point - match speed before joining. Lane positioning matters here
Use the straight lane.
6
246.4 mi into trip|~4h 29m in
Keep slight right at fork toward I 20: Dallas, Monroe
Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one
Toward I 20: Dallas, Monroe
Fuel & Cost
Regular Gas
$37.67 one way
$75.33 round trip
$3.84/gal25.4 MPG avg87 kg CO2
Fuel Type
$/gal
One Way
Round Trip
midgrade
$4.21
$41.35
$82.69
premium
$4.56
$44.76
$89.53
diesel
$5.61
$55.06
$110.13
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: 87.3 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
74.8
0
$26.19
$11.97
Efficient EV
62.4
0
$21.82
$9.98
EV Truck/SUV
99.8
1
$34.92
$15.96
Gas CO2
87 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.
Forecast as of Apr 20, 2026
Origin
Brusly, LA
Late night
in Brusly on Tuesday
Local time
4:01 AM
CDT
Current temp
68°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
Destination
Bossier City, LA
Late night
in Bossier City on Tuesday
Local time
4:01 AM
CDT
Current temp
82°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
87°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
14 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 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.
More Details
What kind of drive is this?
This route is characterized by its frequent turns, making it more of a local drive than a high-speed interstate cruise. While you'll spend about 22% of your time on highways, the majority of the journey involves navigating state routes and local roads. The longest continuous stretch you'll encounter is 186.3 miles on the Charles I. "Doc" Hudson Highway. This means you'll experience a dynamic driving experience, with changes in speed and direction as you progress through different communities.
Only 22% highway — the rest is turn-by-turn surface driving.
17 navigation steps total — most of the decisions cluster near the start and finish.
Longest single stretch: 186.3 mi on Charles I. "Doc" Hudson Highway.
How Hard Is This Drive?
9/10
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 around 6.7 miles in.
Driving Effort9/10
High effort - long or complex enough to need steady focus all day
Balances navigation complexity with total wheel time.
This is a demanding drive. With 13 significant decision points across 249.4 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: at 6.7 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here; at 7.1 miles: Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here; at 7.1 miles (LA 415 / North Lobdell Highway): Merge point - match speed before joining. Lane positioning matters here.
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
Doable as a same-day drive at 4h 35m. Total distance: 249.4 miles.
Family Friendly
Moderate complexity with 1 natural rest stops along the way.
Solo Traveler
4h 35m drive, comfortable solo distance.
Scenic Drive
Mostly surface roads route profile.
Frequently Asked Questions
The longest stretch is about 186.3 miles on Charles I. "Doc" Hudson Highway. The full list of main roads is in the Roads section above.
Yes — we found about 10 rest areas or service plazas within a short detour of the route (from OpenStreetMap). See the Rest Stops tab under Nearby Places for locations and mile markers. Plan to stretch, use the bathroom, and top off fluids every 2–3 hours on longer drives.
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 Bossier City, 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. There are 10 rest areas along the route for bathroom stops.
The main spots that need attention: at 6.7 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here; at 7.1 miles: Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here; at 7.1 miles (LA 415 / North Lobdell Highway): Merge point - match speed before joining. Lane positioning matters here.
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 Bossier City, LA, but most travelers stay overnight.
