Origin
Ringgold, LA
Late night in Ringgold on Tuesday
Local time
5:20 AM
CDT
Current temp
82°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
Trip from Ringgold, LA to Burkplace, 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
38m
Distance
24.2 mi
39 km
Drive Score
6/10
Good drive
Same Day?
Yes, doable
Fuel Cost
$4
one way
EV Charging
Unknown
Best Time to Leave
4 AM
0h 35m
★
6 AM
0h 38m
8 AM
0h 44m
10 AM
0h 40m
12 PM
0h 40m
3 PM
0h 41m
5 PM
0h 44m
8 PM
0h 36m
Estimated drive times based on typical traffic patterns. Actual times may vary with weather, construction, and real-time conditions.
Ringgold, LA
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Burkplace, LA
Sabine Freiberger
Trip Overview
Ringgold, LA to Burkplace, LA is 24.2 miles and takes about 38m via LA 4 and LA 9, with a fuel budget near $4 and enough daylight to finish in a day. This short trip stays within the Southeast region and is entirely within Louisiana. The majority of this drive is on well-maintained highways, making it a straightforward journey. It's a quick connection, ideal if you're looking for an efficient way to get between these two points without a lengthy commitment.
Main Roads
| Road | Distance | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| LA 4 | 20.6 mi | 32m |
| LA 9 | 2.8 mi | 3m |
| Bienville Road | 0.8 mi | 1m |
| Military Road | <0.1 mi | <1m |
| Mill Street | <0.1 mi | <1m |
Longest stretch:
LA 4
— 20.6 mi, about 32m
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Ringgold, LA and Burkplace, LA.
1
Start on Mill Street
100 ft
·
10 sec
·
Mill Street
2
Turn left onto US 371; LA 4; LA 154
224 ft
·
8 sec
·
Military Road
3
Turn left onto LA 4; LA 154
0.8 mi
·
1 min
·
Bienville Road
4
Turn right onto LA 4
9.3 mi
·
16 min
·
LA 4
5
Turn left onto LA 4; LA 507
11 mi
·
15 min
·
LA 4; LA 507
6
Turn right onto LA 9
2.8 mi
·
3 min
·
LA 9
7
Arrive at destination
LA 9
Heads-up: tricky spots
5 of 55 decision points cluster between mile 0 and 21.4 — 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
|
US 371; LA 4; LA 154 / Military Road
Turn left onto US 371; LA 4; LA 154 / Military Road
Navigation decision point
3
0.1 mi into trip
|
~0m in
|
LA 4; LA 154 / Bienville Road
Turn left onto LA 4; LA 154 / Bienville Road
Navigation decision point
3
0.9 mi into trip
|
~1m in
|
LA 4
Turn right onto LA 4
Navigation decision point
3
10.2 mi into trip
|
~18m in
|
LA 4; LA 507
Turn left onto LA 4; LA 507
Navigation decision point
3
21.4 mi into trip
|
~34m in
|
LA 9
Turn right onto LA 9
Navigation decision point
Fuel & Cost
Regular Gas
$3.65 one way
$7.31 round trip
$3.84/gal
25.4 MPG avg
9 kg CO2
| Fuel Type | $/gal | One Way | Round Trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| midgrade | $4.21 | $4.01 | $8.02 |
| premium | $4.56 | $4.34 | $8.69 |
| diesel | $5.61 | $5.34 | $10.69 |
No toll roads detected on this route.
Drive Cost (one way)
Fuel
$4
Estimated CO2 emission: 8.5 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-13.
Driving Electric?
About $3 in charging · 0 stops · 63% less CO2
| Vehicle Type | kWh | Stops | DC Fast | Home Charge |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Average EV | 7.3 | 0 | $2.54 | $1.16 |
| Efficient EV | 6.1 | 0 | $2.12 | $0.97 |
| EV Truck/SUV | 9.7 | 0 | $3.39 | $1.55 |
Gas CO2
8 kg
EV CO2
3 kg (63% 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
Burkplace, LA
Late night in Burkplace on Tuesday
Local time
5:20 AM
CDT
Current temp
84°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
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
2 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
38m 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 predominantly highway-focused, with 96% of the route utilizing major roads. You'll experience a consistent driving environment for the most part, with the longest uninterrupted stretch covering 20.6 miles on LA 4. Expect a smooth and direct path for the bulk of your travel, with minimal deviations from main thoroughfares. The character remains highway-like throughout, ensuring a predictable and efficient journey.
96% highway — fuel and pacing are the main things to plan.
7 navigation steps total — most of the decisions cluster near the start and finish.
Longest single stretch: 20.6 mi on LA 4.
How Hard Is This Drive?
3/10
This is a straightforward highway drive that stays mostly on LA 4 and LA 9. There are only a few real navigation decisions along the way. The trickiest moment comes early in the drive near US 371; LA 4; LA 154 / Military Road.
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 38m drive. You will face about 5 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 (US 371; LA 4; LA 154 / Military Road): Navigation decision point; at 0.1 miles (LA 4; LA 154 / Bienville Road): Navigation decision point; at 0.9 miles (LA 4): Navigation decision point.
Who Is This Route For?
Weekend Trip
Doable as a same-day drive at 38m. Total distance: 24.2 miles.
Family Friendly
Moderate complexity with 0 natural rest stops along the way.
Solo Traveler
38m drive, comfortable solo distance.
EV Driver
0 DC fast chargers along the route. Coverage: unknown.
First-Time Driver
Mostly highway driving (96%). Straightforward navigation.
Frequently Asked Questions
The longest stretch is about 20.6 miles on LA 4. The full list of main roads is in the Roads section above.
Yes. At under 2 hours behind the wheel, this works well for families — plan one quick stop if you have younger kids.
The main spots that need attention: near the start (US 371; LA 4; LA 154 / Military Road): Navigation decision point; at 0.1 miles (LA 4; LA 154 / Bienville Road): Navigation decision point; at 0.9 miles (LA 4): Navigation decision point.
Yes. A round trip is manageable in a single day if you plan a break at Burkplace, LA before heading back.
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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