Kentwood, LA to Bossier City, LA is 285 miles and takes about 5 hours 21 minutes via I 20, with a fuel budget near $39 and enough daylight to finish in a day. This drive stays within Louisiana, moving from the Southeast region to the Southeast region. With 69% of the trip on highways, expect a good amount of cruising on major interstates. It's a fairly straightforward, single-day trip that doesn't require an overnight stay, making it convenient for a quick journey.
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
142.5 miles from Kentwood, LA
A natural place for your longest stop of the day
, about 2h 43m into the drive
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Main Roads
Road
Distance
Duration
I 20
117.8 mi
2h 8m
E. E. Wallace Boulevard North
63.2 mi
1h 12m
US 84
47.3 mi
55m
US 98
30.1 mi
34m
Congressman Jimmy Morrison Highway
24.4 mi
26m
Avenue G
0.7 mi
1m
Delhi Street
0.1 mi
<1m
State Route 38
0.1 mi
<1m
Longest stretch:
I 20
— 117.8 mi, about 2h 8m
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Kentwood, LA and Bossier City, LA.
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Start on US 51
512 ft·12 sec·3rd Street
2
Turn right onto LA 38
0.7 mi·1 min·Avenue G
3
Continue on LA 38
0.1 mi·9 sec·State Route 38
4
Take the ramp
0.2 mi·28 sec
5
Merge onto I 55
24 mi·26 min·Congressman Jimmy Morrison Highway
6
Take the exit onto US 98
29 mi·33 min·US 98
7
At end of road, turn left onto US 98; MS 184
0.8 mi·53 sec·US 98; MS 184
8
Take the exit
0.3 mi·45 sec
9
Merge onto US 84
28 mi·32 min·US 84
10
Keep slight left at fork onto US 84
6.0 mi·7 min·US 84
11
Take the exit onto US 84
13 mi·15 min·US 84
12
Continue on US 425; LA 15
63 mi·1 hr 12 min·E. E. Wallace Boulevard North
13
Turn left
0.3 mi·35 sec
14
Merge onto I 20
118 mi·2 hr 8 min·I 20
15
Take the exit
0.2 mi·25 sec
Toward Traffic Street
16
Turn right onto Traffic Street
110 ft·4 sec·Traffic Street
17
Turn right onto Delhi Street
0.1 mi·30 sec·Delhi Street
18
Turn left onto Monroe Street
394 ft·13 sec·Monroe Street
19
Arrive at destination
Monroe Street
Trip Plan
Given the 5 hour 21 minute estimated drive time, starting in the morning will give you ample daylight to complete the 285 mile trip. You'll have one recommended stop, which is a good opportunity to stretch your legs and refuel. The longest stretch without an exit is 117.8 miles on I 20, so plan your fuel and rest needs accordingly before entering that segment. Keep an eye on your fuel gauge as you approach the end of that long stretch, especially if you're not familiar with the services available along that portion of I 20.
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 142.5 miles from Kentwood, LA, or about 2h 43m into the drive.
The longest continuous stretch on this route runs about 117.8 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 63 miles or 1h 11m in
Use this first pause for coffee, a restroom break, and a quick traffic check ahead.
Halfway reset
Around 142.5 miles or 2h 43m 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 24m
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 Kentwood, 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 Kentwood, LA
This is one driving day of about 285.1 miles and 5h 21m.
Your first comfortable stop window is around 63 miles from Kentwood, 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 I 20 for about 117.8 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 15
5 decision points cluster between mile 0.1 and 285 — GPS handles the exact turns, but know they're coming. Your lane choice matters more than the turn itself.
4
0.1 mi into trip|~0m in|LA 38 / Avenue G
Turn right onto LA 38 / Avenue G
Navigation decision point
4
54.9 mi into trip|~1h 1m in|US 98; MS 184
At end of road, turn left onto US 98; MS 184
Navigation decision point
4
55.7 mi into trip|~1h 2m in
Take the exit
Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early
4
84.2 mi into trip|~1h 35m in|US 84
Keep slight left at fork onto US 84
Highway fork - watch signs carefully
5
285 mi into trip|~5h 21m in|Monroe Street
Turn left onto Monroe Street
Navigation decision point
Fuel & Cost
Regular Gas
$43.06 one way
$86.11 round trip
$3.84/gal25.4 MPG avg100 kg CO2
Fuel Type
$/gal
One Way
Round Trip
midgrade
$4.21
$47.27
$94.53
premium
$4.56
$51.17
$102.34
diesel
$5.61
$62.95
$125.89
No toll roads detected on this route.
Estimated Trip Cost (one way, 1 person)
Fuel
$43
Meals
$25–$50
Total
$68–$93
Rough estimate based on US averages. Hotel $80–$140/night, meals $25–$50/day.
Estimated CO2 emission: 99.8 kg one way.
Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-13.
Driving Electric?
About $30 in charging
· 1 stop
· 67% less CO2
Vehicle Type
kWh
Stops
DC Fast
Home Charge
Average EV
85.5
1
$29.94
$13.68
Efficient EV
71.3
0
$24.95
$11.40
EV Truck/SUV
114
1
$39.91
$18.25
Gas CO2
100 kg
EV CO2
33 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
Kentwood, LA
Late night
in Kentwood on Sunday
Local time
3:10 AM
CDT
Current temp
56°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
Destination
Bossier City, LA
Late night
in Bossier City on Sunday
Local time
3:10 AM
CDT
Current temp
76°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
85°F
Monroe, LA
143 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
20 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
5h 21m 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.
Poverty Point National Monument
National Monument
Now a nearly forgotten culture, Poverty Point at its peak 3,000 years ago was part of an enormous trading network that stretched for hundreds of miles across the continent. It was - and is - also an e...
24 mi from route
~61 min detour
Free
near mile 167.1
Park data from the National Park Service API. Alerts update every 2 hours.
More Details
What kind of drive is this?
This route is mostly highway, with 69% of the total 285 miles on major roads like I 20. You'll encounter the longest continuous stretch on I 20, covering 117.8 miles without needing to exit. The transition from highway to surface roads, specifically E. E. Wallace Boulevard North and US 84, will likely involve navigating more local traffic and a higher density of intersections as you approach your destination.
69% highway — fuel and pacing are the main things to plan.
19 navigation steps total — most of the decisions cluster near the start and finish.
Longest single stretch: 117.8 mi on I 20.
How Hard Is This Drive?
5/10
This is a straightforward highway drive that stays mostly on I 20 and E. E. Wallace Boulevard North. You will hit about 15 points where you need to pay attention to lane position or signs. The trickiest moment comes around 0.1 miles in near LA 38 / Avenue G.
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 285.1 miles you will encounter 15 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: at 0.1 miles (LA 38 / Avenue G): Navigation decision point; at 54.9 miles (US 98; MS 184): Navigation decision point; at 55.7 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early.
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 5h 21m. Total distance: 285.1 miles.
Family Friendly
Moderate complexity with 1 natural rest stops along the way.
Solo Traveler
5h 21m drive, comfortable solo distance.
First-Time Driver
Mostly highway driving (69%). Some complex stretches to watch for.
Frequently Asked Questions
The longest stretch is about 117.8 miles on I 20. 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.
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: at 0.1 miles (LA 38 / Avenue G): Navigation decision point; at 54.9 miles (US 98; MS 184): Navigation decision point; at 55.7 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early.
Yes — Poverty Point National Monument. See the National Parks section for detour distances and tips on detours.
Not recommended in a single day. At 5.4 hours each way, a round trip means 10.7 hours of driving — that is an unsafe level of fatigue for most drivers. Plan at least one night at Bossier City, LA before the return drive.
