The drive from Bossier City, LA to Boutte, LA covers 316.9 miles and takes about 5h 56m behind the wheel.
This route is realistic as a one-day drive if you keep your stops efficient.
The route leans on Louisiana Korean War Veterans Memorial Highway, US 190, I 10 for much of the mileage,
and the overall profile is mixed drive.
The longest uninterrupted segment is about 186.4 miles on Louisiana Korean War Veterans Memorial Highway.
At current regular gas prices, budget about $47.86 one way before food or hotel costs.
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
158.5 miles from Bossier City, LA
A natural place for your longest stop of the day
, about 2h 44m into the drive
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Who Is This Route For?
Weekend Trip
Doable as a same-day drive at 5h 56m. Total distance: 316.9 miles.
Family Friendly
Moderate complexity with 1 natural rest stops along the way.
Solo Traveler
5h 56m drive, comfortable solo distance.
Scenic Drive
Mixed drive route profile with national parks nearby.
Drive Character
The drive from Bossier City, LA to Boutte, LA covers 316.9 miles and takes about 5h 56m, using a mix of highways and local roads.
Expect a mix of faster highway mileage and slower local approaches near the beginning or end.
There are about 22 navigation steps in the underlying route data, so the final approach matters more than the middle miles.
Louisiana Korean War Veterans Memorial Highway is the longest continuous segment at about 186.4 miles.
How Hard Is This Drive?
This route mixes highway mileage with some local-road sections near the start or finish. This route has several spots where lane changes, forks, or exits need your full attention. The trickiest moment comes early in the drive near Barksdale Boulevard.
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 18 significant decision points across 316.9 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: near the start (Barksdale Boulevard): Navigation decision point; at 189.6 miles (US 190): Merge point - match speed before joining. Lane positioning matters here; at 278.1 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here.
Critical Maneuvers
5 of 18 key points
These are the spots where you need to pay the most attention. Preview them before you drive.
5
0 mi into trip|~0m in|Barksdale Boulevard
Turn right onto Barksdale Boulevard
Navigation decision point
6
189.6 mi into trip|~3h 16m in|US 190
Merge onto US 190
Merge point - match speed before joining. Lane positioning matters here
Use the straight / right lanes.
7
278.1 mi into trip|~5h 5m in
Take the exit toward US 61 South: Gramercy
Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
Exit 187
Toward US 61 South: Gramercy
6
313.9 mi into trip|~5h 51m in
Keep slight left at fork toward LA 3127 South, I 310 South: Boutte, Houma, to US 90
Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one
Toward LA 3127 South, I 310 South: Boutte, Houm...
6
315.7 mi into trip|~5h 54m in|I 310
Keep slight left at fork onto I 310 toward US 90 East: Boutte, New Orleans
Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one
Toward US 90 East: Boutte, New Orleans
Towns Mentioned on Route Signs
Based on OSRM destination-sign hints, not a full list of every settlement the road passes.
On the drive from Bossier City, LA to Boutte, LA, road signs begin pointing toward Opelousas along the way.
Opelousas
189 mi in|~3h 15m
Main Roads
Road
Distance
Duration
Louisiana Korean War Veterans Memorial Highway
186.4 mi
3h 10m
US 190
49.5 mi
1h 3m
I 10
35.2 mi
39m
LA 3127
19.4 mi
25m
Airline Highway
9.1 mi
11m
LA 641
6.8 mi
9m
LA 415 Spur
3.6 mi
5m
Purple Heart Recipients Highway
1.4 mi
2m
Longest stretch:
Louisiana Korean War Veterans Memorial Highway
— 186.4 mi, about 3h 10m
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Bossier City, LA and Boutte, LA.
1
Start on Monroe Street
78 ft·4 sec·Monroe Street
2
Turn right onto Barksdale Boulevard
0.2 mi·32 sec·Barksdale Boulevard
3
Take the ramp
0.2 mi·31 sec
4
Merge onto I 20; US 71
1.4 mi·2 min·Purple Heart Recipients Highway
5
Take the exit
0.8 mi·1 min
Toward I 49 South: Alexandria
6
Continue on I 49
186 mi·3 hr 10 min·Louisiana Korean War Veterans Memorial Highway
7
Take the exit
0.5 mi·1 min
Toward US 190: Baton Rouge, Opelousas
8
Keep slight left at fork
362 ft·9 sec
Toward US 190 East: Baton Rouge
9
Merge onto US 190
49 mi·1 hr 3 min·US 190
Use the straight / right lanes.
10
Keep slight right at fork onto LA 415 Spur
3.6 mi·5 min·LA 415 Spur
11
Turn left
0.3 mi·36 sec
Toward I 10 East: Baton Rouge
12
Merge onto I 10
35 mi·39 min·I 10
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
13
Take the exit
0.4 mi·41 sec
Exit 187Toward US 61 South: GramercyUse the straight / slight right lanes.
14
Merge onto US 61
9.1 mi·11 min·Airline Highway
15
Turn right onto LA 641; LA 3213
6.8 mi·9 min·LA 641; LA 3213
16
Turn left onto LA 3127
19 mi·25 min·LA 3127
17
Keep slight left at fork
1.2 mi·2 min
Toward LA 3127 South, I 310 South: Boutte, Houma, to US 90
18
Merge onto I 310
0.7 mi·42 sec·I 310
19
Keep slight left at fork onto I 310
0.2 mi·35 sec·I 310
Toward US 90 East: Boutte, New Orleans
20
Merge onto US 90
0.8 mi·1 min·US 90
21
Turn left onto LA 52
0.1 mi·16 sec·Paul Maillard Road
22
Arrive at destination
LA 52
Trip Plan
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 158.5 miles from Bossier City, LA, or about 2h 44m into the drive.
The longest continuous stretch on this route runs about 186.4 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 70 miles or 1h 13m in
Use this first pause for coffee, a restroom break, and a quick traffic check ahead.
Halfway reset
Around 158.5 miles or 2h 44m 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 44m
Traffic, exits, and arrival timing usually matter more near Boutte, LA than in the middle of the route.
Before You Leave
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Open the route before leaving Bossier City, 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 Bossier City, LA
This is one driving day of about 316.9 miles and 5h 56m.
Your first comfortable stop window is around 70 miles from Bossier City, 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 Louisiana Korean War Veterans Memorial Highway for about 186.4 miles.
Where to Stop
Rest stops, refuel points, and overnight suggestions along this route.
Halfway Point
Midpoint
About 158.5 mi from Bossier City, LA
· 2h 44m into the drive
The midpoint is around 158.5 miles from Bossier City, LA, which is a good place for a longer meal and fuel stop.
Arriving in Boutte, LA
The final approach into Boutte, 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 Boutte, LA.
After long uninterrupted mileage, take five minutes before the last urban segment to reset and refocus on exits, merges, and city traffic.
These stop ideas are pacing suggestions — the exact town or exit can change with traffic, hotel plans, and fuel range.
National Parks Near This Route
Worth a detour if your schedule allows.
Cane River Creole National Historical Park
National Historical Park
The Cane River region is home to a unique culture; the Creoles. Generations of the same families of workers, enslaved and tenant, and owners lived on these lands for over 200 years. The park tells the...
6 mi from route
~15 min detour
Free
near mile 76.5
Discover the roots of jazz at the New Orleans Jazz National Historical Park. Located in the heart of the French Quarter, our park offers live performances, exhibits, and programs that celebrate the le...
20 mi from route
~49 min detour
Free
near mile 316.9
Park data from the National Park Service API. Alerts update every 2 hours.
Fuel & Cost
Regular Gas
$47.86 one way
$95.72 round trip
$3.84/gal25.4 MPG avg111 kg CO2
Fuel Type
$/gal
One Way
Round Trip
midgrade
$4.21
$52.54
$105.08
premium
$4.56
$56.88
$113.76
diesel
$5.61
$69.97
$139.94
No toll roads detected on this route.
Estimated Trip Cost (one way, 1 person)
Fuel
$48
Meals
$25–$50
Total
$73–$98
Rough estimate based on US averages. Hotel $80–$140/night, meals $25–$50/day.
Estimated CO2 emission: 110.9 kg one way.
Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-13.
Driving Electric?
About $33 in charging
· 1 stop
· 67% less CO2
Vehicle Type
kWh
Stops
DC Fast
Home Charge
Average EV
95.1
1
$33.27
$15.21
Efficient EV
79.2
0
$27.73
$12.68
EV Truck/SUV
126.8
1
$44.37
$20.28
Gas CO2
111 kg
EV CO2
37 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
Bossier City, LA
Morning
in Bossier City on Saturday
Local time
10:14 AM
CDT
Current temp
76°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
Destination
Boutte, LA
Morning
in Boutte on Saturday
Local time
10:14 AM
CDT
Current temp
81°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
81°F
Broussard, LA
158 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
5 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 56m 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.
Frequently Asked Questions
The drive from Bossier City, LA to Boutte, LA covers 316.9 miles and takes about 5h 56m without stops. Add 15-30 minutes for a fuel or rest stop on longer drives.
The main roads are Louisiana Korean War Veterans Memorial Highway, US 190, I 10. Expect a mix of highway and local road driving.
This is a comfortable same-day trip.
The midpoint is about 158.5 miles from Bossier City, LA. Look for rest areas, gas stations, or food options near the halfway mark.
At current regular gas prices, expect to spend about $47.86 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. Plan on a short reset every 3 to 4 hours to stay fresh behind the wheel.
This is a demanding drive. With 18 significant decision points across 316.9 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.
The main spots that need attention: near the start (Barksdale Boulevard): Navigation decision point; at 189.6 miles (US 190): Merge point - match speed before joining. Lane positioning matters here; at 278.1 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here.
On the drive from Bossier City, LA to Boutte, LA, road signs begin pointing toward Opelousas along the way.
How this page is built
Compiled by the Trip.ovh planning team at COD Solutions Oy from open government datasets — OSRM over OpenStreetMap for geometry, EIA for fuel prices, and NPS for national parks. See our methodology for refresh cadence and limitations.
