Origin
Bossier City, LA
Afternoon in Bossier City on Sunday
Local time
2:45 PM
CDT
Current temp
66°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
Trip from Bossier City, LA to Crowley, LA
Drive Time
4h
Distance
204.7 mi
329 km
Drive Score
8/10
Great drive
Same Day?
Yes, doable
Fuel Cost
$31
one way
Bossier City, LA
Stephen Leonardi
Crowley, LA
Maria Mercedes Tirigall
Trip Overview
Spanning 204.7 miles, this journey from Bossier City to Crowley takes approximately four hours to complete. You will navigate primarily via Barksdale Boulevard, the Purple Heart Recipients Highway, and I-49 South. Because the trip is relatively short, it is perfectly suited for a single-day excursion, meaning you likely won't need to book an overnight stay. Expect to budget around $28 for fuel to cover the distance between these two Southeast Louisiana locations. This route is a straightforward transition within the same region, offering a reliable path for travelers looking to move efficiently between cities without the complication of multi-day planning.
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
102.3 miles from Bossier City, LA
A natural place for your longest stop of the day , about 2h into the drive .
Drive Character
Expect a turn-heavy local drive that demands your full attention behind the wheel. Unlike a monotonous interstate slog, this route requires frequent adjustments as you transition between local roads and the primary highway system. There is no significant high-speed highway stretch to zone out on, and in fact, the longest uninterrupted segment is zero miles on Barksdale Boulevard. This lack of a prolonged highway share means you should be prepared for a more active driving experience. The character of the road shifts quickly as you move away from the starting point, keeping the pace varied and engaging.
This route has more turning and local-road decision points than a simple highway run.
There are about 19 navigation steps in the underlying route data, so the final approach matters more than the middle miles.
Barksdale Boulevard 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 4h 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 Bossier City, LA to Crowley, LA is straightforward, with well-signed roads and simple exits.
Main Roads
| Road | Distance | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| Barksdale Boulevard | Unavailable | Refreshing |
| Purple Heart Recipients Highway | Unavailable | Refreshing |
| I 49 South | Unavailable | Refreshing |
| Louisiana Korean War Veterans Memorial Highway | Unavailable | Refreshing |
| US 167 | Unavailable | Refreshing |
| State Route 13 | Unavailable | Refreshing |
| Veterans Memorial Highway | Unavailable | Refreshing |
| North C C Duson Street | Unavailable | Refreshing |
Per-road distance and duration are being refreshed from OSRM for this route.
Longest stretch:
Barksdale Boulevard
— detailed segment metrics are refreshing.
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Bossier City, LA and Crowley, LA.
1
Start on Monroe Street
79 ft
·
5 sec
·
Monroe Street
2
Turn right onto Barksdale Boulevard
0.2 mi
·
33 sec
·
Barksdale Boulevard
3
Take the ramp slight left
0.2 mi
·
31 sec
4
Merge slight left onto Purple Heart Recipients Highway
1.4 mi
·
2 min
·
Purple Heart Recipients Highway
5
Take the exit slight right toward I 49 South: Alexandria
0.8 mi
·
1 min
·
I 49 South: Alexandria
6
Continue on Louisiana Korean War Veterans Memorial Highway
145 mi
·
2 hr 28 min
·
Louisiana Korean War Veterans Memorial Highway
7
Take the exit slight right toward US 167: Meeker, Turkey Creek
0.4 mi
·
45 sec
·
US 167: Meeker, Turkey Creek
8
Turn right
26 mi
·
38 min
9
Continue on State Route 13
1.8 mi
·
2 min
·
State Route 13
10
Continue on Veterans Memorial Highway
6.4 mi
·
9 min
·
Veterans Memorial Highway
11
Continue on State Route 13
2.4 mi
·
3 min
·
State Route 13
12
Continue on North C C Duson Street
1.3 mi
·
1 min
·
North C C Duson Street
13
Turn left onto East Maple Avenue
0.1 mi
·
14 sec
·
East Maple Avenue
14
Turn right onto Aymond Street
2.0 mi
·
3 min
·
Aymond Street
15
Continue on Crowley Eunice Highway
16 mi
·
23 min
·
Crowley Eunice Highway
16
Continue on North Parkerson Avenue
1.7 mi
·
3 min
·
North Parkerson Avenue
17
At the end of the road, turn right onto Northwest Court Circle
266 ft
·
6 sec
·
Northwest Court Circle
18
Turn right onto West Hutchinson Avenue
151 ft
·
4 sec
·
West Hutchinson Avenue
19
Arrive at your destination
Trip Plan
Since this is a four-hour trip, you have the flexibility to depart at your leisure, though planning for at least one stop will help keep you fresh during the winding local portions of the drive. Keep a close eye on your navigation as you transition from Barksdale Boulevard to the Purple Heart Recipients Highway, as the turn-heavy nature of the route can be tricky. With a $28 fuel budget, it is wise to check your levels before leaving Bossier City to ensure you aren't searching for stations during the more rural segments. Use your single planned stop to stretch your legs, as the constant turning can be more taxing on your focus than a standard highway cruise.
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 102.3 miles from Bossier City, LA, or about 2h 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 33m in
Use this first pause for coffee, a restroom break, and a quick traffic check ahead.
Halfway reset
Around 102.3 miles or 2h 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 17m
Traffic, exits, and arrival timing usually matter more near Crowley, 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 204.7 miles and 4h.
Your first comfortable stop window is around 80 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.
Where to Stop
Rest stops, refuel points, and overnight suggestions along this route.
Halfway Point
Midpoint
About 102.3 mi from Bossier City, LA · 2h into the drive
Mid-route town
Meal stop
102 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
Arriving in Crowley, LA
The final approach into Crowley, 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 Crowley, 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
$31.29 one way
$62.59 round trip
$3.88/gal
25.4 MPG avg
72 kg CO2
| Fuel Type | $/gal | One Way | Round Trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| midgrade | $4.26 | $34.32 | $68.65 |
| premium | $4.61 | $37.15 | $74.30 |
| diesel | $5.64 | $45.48 | $90.95 |
No toll roads detected on this route.
Estimated Trip Cost (one way, 1 person)
Fuel
$31
Meals
$25–$50
Total
$56–$81
Rough estimate based on US averages. Hotel $80–$140/night, meals $25–$50/day.
Estimated CO2 emission: 71.6 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-06.
Driving Electric?
About $21 in charging · 0 stops · 67% less CO2
| Vehicle Type | kWh | Stops | DC Fast | Home Charge |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Average EV | 61.4 | 0 | $21.49 | $9.83 |
| Efficient EV | 51.2 | 0 | $17.91 | $8.19 |
| EV Truck/SUV | 81.9 | 1 | $28.66 | $13.10 |
Gas CO2
72 kg
EV CO2
24 kg (67% 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
Crowley, LA
Afternoon in Crowley on Sunday
Local time
2:45 PM
CDT
Current temp
68°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
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
4h 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 Crowley, LA covers 204.7 miles and takes about 4h without stops. Add 15-30 minutes for a fuel or rest stop on longer drives.
The main roads are Barksdale Boulevard, Purple Heart Recipients Highway, I 49 South. Expect a mix of highway and local road driving.
This is a comfortable same-day trip.
The midpoint is about 102.3 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 $31.29 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 straightforward 4h 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 Bossier City, LA to Crowley, LA is straightforward, with well-signed roads and simple exits.
The route from Bossier City, LA to Crowley, LA does not surface many named destination signs beyond the main corridor.
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