Origin
Addis, LA
Afternoon in Addis on Sunday
Local time
2:45 PM
CDT
Current temp
66°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
Trip from Addis, LA to Bossier City, LA
Drive Time
3h 45m
Distance
252.1 mi
406 km
Drive Score
8/10
Great drive
Same Day?
Yes, doable
Fuel Cost
$39
one way
Addis, LA
Abenezer Muluken
Bossier City, LA
Stephen Leonardi
Trip Overview
Traveling from Addis to Bossier City covers 252.1 miles and typically requires about 3 hours and 45 minutes of driving time. Because this is a manageable distance, you can easily complete the journey in a single day without needing an overnight stay. Your route utilizes a mix of Highway 1 South, I-10 West, and LA 415 to navigate through the Southeast region of Louisiana. Budgeting approximately $34 for fuel will cover your transit costs for the trip. Since you only need to account for one planned stop, this route serves as a straightforward option for those looking to reach North Louisiana efficiently.
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
126.1 miles from Addis, LA
A natural place for your longest stop of the day , about 1h 52m into the drive .
Drive Character
Expect a turn-heavy local drive rather than a monotonous interstate grind on this excursion. With a highway share of 0%, you will spend your time navigating local roads that demand more attention than a standard freeway cruise. The longest uninterrupted stretch on Highway 1 South is 0 miles, meaning you will frequently encounter turns and transitions. This route is best suited for drivers who prefer a hands-on experience behind the wheel. As you progress from the Southeast region, the road character reflects a more localized transit style that keeps you engaged throughout the duration of the trip.
This route has more turning and local-road decision points than a simple highway run.
There are about 17 navigation steps in the underlying route data, so the final approach matters more than the middle miles.
Highway 1 South is one of the defining roads on this drive.
How Hard Is This Drive?
Expect a hands-on drive with frequent turns and local roads rather than long highway stretches. There are only a few real navigation decisions along the way.
Route Complexity
3/10
Easy - simple navigation with a manageable amount of wheel time
This is a straightforward 3h 45m drive. You will face about 0 decision points, but nothing that requires special attention if you follow navigation.
Where does it get tricky?
This route does not have any notably tricky sections. Most of the drive from Addis, LA to Bossier City, LA is straightforward, with well-signed roads and simple exits.
Main Roads
| Road | Distance | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| Highway 1 South | Unavailable | Refreshing |
| I 10 West | Unavailable | Refreshing |
| LA 415 | Unavailable | Refreshing |
| North Lobdell Highway | Unavailable | Refreshing |
| State Route 1 | Unavailable | Refreshing |
| I 49 North | Unavailable | Refreshing |
| Charles I | Unavailable | Refreshing |
| I 20 | Unavailable | Refreshing |
Per-road distance and duration are being refreshed from OSRM for this route.
Longest stretch:
Highway 1 South
— detailed segment metrics are refreshing.
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Addis, LA and Bossier City, LA.
1
Start on 1st Street
0.8 mi
·
2 min
·
1st Street
2
Turn left onto Highway 1 South
6.1 mi
·
9 min
·
Highway 1 South
3
Take the exit slight right toward I 10 West: Lafayette
0.4 mi
·
57 sec
·
I 10 West: Lafayette
4
Merge slight left
1.6 mi
·
1 min
5
Take the exit slight right toward LA 415: Lobdell
0.3 mi
·
45 sec
·
LA 415: Lobdell
6
Keep slight right to continue on LA 415: Lobdell
318 ft
·
8 sec
·
LA 415: Lobdell
7
Merge slight left onto North Lobdell Highway
3.6 mi
·
4 min
·
North Lobdell Highway
8
Merge slight left onto State Route 1
49 mi
·
1 hr 2 min
·
State Route 1
9
Take the exit slight right toward I 49 North, US 167 North: Alexandria
0.3 mi
·
36 sec
·
I 49 North, US 167 North: Alexandria
10
Merge slight left onto Charles I. "Doc" Hudson Highway
186 mi
·
3 hr 10 min
·
Charles I. "Doc" Hudson Highway
11
Keep slight right to continue on I 20: Dallas, Monroe
0.2 mi
·
29 sec
·
I 20: Dallas, Monroe
12
Keep slight right to continue on I 20 East: Monroe
0.6 mi
·
1 min
·
I 20 East: Monroe
13
Merge slight left onto Purple Heart Recipients Highway
1.5 mi
·
2 min
·
Purple Heart Recipients Highway
14
Take the exit slight right toward Traffic Street
0.5 mi
·
1 min
·
Traffic Street
15
Continue on Barksdale Boulevard
0.2 mi
·
36 sec
·
Barksdale Boulevard
16
Turn left onto Monroe Street
79 ft
·
3 sec
·
Monroe Street
17
Arrive at your destination
Trip Plan
Since this is a turn-heavy drive, plan to depart early in the day to ensure you can navigate the local roads during daylight hours. You only need one well-timed stop to stretch your legs and refuel, making it easy to keep your travel schedule flexible. Keep an eye on your navigation closely, as the lack of long highway stretches means you will be making frequent adjustments to your route. Factor the $34 fuel cost into your budget before you head out to avoid any surprises at the pump. By staying alert for the constant turns, you can manage the 3 hour and 45 minute drive comfortably in one go.
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 126.1 miles from Addis, LA, or about 1h 52m into the drive.
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 80 miles or 1h 11m in
Use this first pause for coffee, a restroom break, and a quick traffic check ahead.
Halfway reset
Around 126.1 miles or 1h 52m 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 5m
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 Addis, 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 Addis, LA
This is one driving day of about 252.1 miles and 3h 45m.
Your first comfortable stop window is around 80 miles from Addis, 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.
Where to Stop
Rest stops, refuel points, and overnight suggestions along this route.
Halfway Point
Midpoint
About 126.1 mi from Addis, LA · 1h 52m into the drive
Mid-route town
Meal stop
126 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 80 miles helps settle the day before fatigue starts building.
Meal break
The midpoint is around 126.1 miles from Addis, LA, which is a good place for a longer meal and fuel stop.
Arriving in Bossier City, LA
The final approach into Bossier City, LA usually feels slower than the middle of the drive, so avoid planning your tightest schedule at the very end.
Try to arrive with enough fuel left to skip an immediate station stop unless you already know the area around Bossier City, LA.
These stop ideas are pacing suggestions — the exact town or exit can change with traffic, hotel plans, and fuel range.
Fuel & Cost
Regular Gas
$38.54 one way
$77.08 round trip
$3.88/gal
25.4 MPG avg
88 kg CO2
| Fuel Type | $/gal | One Way | Round Trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| midgrade | $4.26 | $42.27 | $84.54 |
| premium | $4.61 | $45.76 | $91.51 |
| diesel | $5.64 | $56.01 | $112.02 |
No toll roads detected on this route.
Estimated Trip Cost (one way, 1 person)
Fuel
$39
Meals
$25–$50
Total
$64–$89
Rough estimate based on US averages. Hotel $80–$140/night, meals $25–$50/day.
Estimated CO2 emission: 88.2 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-06.
Driving Electric?
About $26 in charging · 0 stops · 67% less CO2
| Vehicle Type | kWh | Stops | DC Fast | Home Charge |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Average EV | 75.6 | 0 | $26.47 | $12.10 |
| Efficient EV | 63 | 0 | $22.06 | $10.08 |
| EV Truck/SUV | 100.8 | 1 | $35.29 | $16.13 |
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
Bossier City, LA
Afternoon in Bossier City on Sunday
Local time
2:45 PM
CDT
Current temp
66°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
Very similar conditions
Both ends of the route are sitting at about the same temperature right now.
Road read
3h 45m 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.
Frequently Asked Questions
The drive from Addis, LA to Bossier City, LA covers 252.1 miles and takes about 3h 45m without stops. Add 15-30 minutes for a fuel or rest stop on longer drives.
The main roads are Highway 1 South, I 10 West, LA 415. Expect a mix of highway and local road driving.
This is a comfortable same-day trip.
The midpoint is about 126.1 miles from Addis, LA. Look for rest areas, gas stations, or food options near the halfway mark.
At current regular gas prices, expect to spend about $38.54 one way. This estimate uses 25.4 MPG — your actual cost will vary with your vehicle's fuel efficiency and current gas prices.
An early start around 7-8 AM gets you there with plenty of daylight left. A late afternoon start means arriving after dark. Morning is better.
Plan about 1 meaningful break for fuel, food, or rest. A short stop every 2 to 3 hours is enough for this drive.
This is a straightforward 3h 45m drive. You will face about 0 decision points, but nothing that requires special attention if you follow navigation.
This route does not have any notably tricky sections. Most of the drive from Addis, LA to Bossier City, LA is straightforward, with well-signed roads and simple exits.
The route from Addis, LA to Bossier City, LA does not surface many named destination signs beyond the main corridor.
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