Origin
Bossier City, LA
Afternoon in Bossier City on Thursday
Local time
3:26 PM
CDT
Current temp
76°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
Trip from Bossier City, LA to Gray, LA
Last recalculated Apr 16, 2026
Drive Time
5h 34m
Distance
307.6 mi
495 km
Drive Score
10/10
Great drive
Same Day?
Yes, doable
Fuel Cost
$46
one way
EV Charging
Unknown
Best Time to Leave
4 AM
5h 21m
★
6 AM
5h 34m
8 AM
6h 1m
10 AM
5h 43m
12 PM
5h 41m
3 PM
5h 45m
5 PM
5h 59m
8 PM
5h 26m
Estimated drive times based on typical traffic patterns. Actual times may vary with weather, construction, and real-time conditions.
Bossier City, LA
Stephen Leonardi
Gray, LA
Israyosoy S.
Trip Overview
Embarking from Bossier City, Louisiana, this 307.6-mile journey to Gray, Louisiana, is a substantial drive that can realistically be completed in a single day, clocking in at around 5 hours and 34 minutes. You'll be traversing roads like the Louisiana Korean War Veterans Memorial Highway and US 90, with approximately 32% of the drive on highways. With an estimated fuel cost of $46, this trip offers a straightforward way to navigate within the Southeast region of Louisiana. While it's a long day, the single recommended stop suggests it's manageable without an overnight stay, making it a feasible option for those looking to cover ground efficiently.
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
153.8 miles from Bossier City, LA
A natural place for your longest stop of the day , about 2h 39m into the drive .
Who Is This Route For?
Weekend Trip
Doable as a same-day drive at 5h 34m. Total distance: 307.6 miles.
Family Friendly
Moderate complexity with 1 natural rest stops along the way.
Solo Traveler
5h 34m drive, comfortable solo distance.
First-Time Driver
Mostly highway driving (32%). Some complex stretches to watch for.
Scenic Drive
Mixed drive route profile.
Drive Character
This route presents a mixed driving profile, blending highway speeds with potentially more varied road conditions. You'll experience about 32% of the drive on highways, but the longest continuous stretch is a significant 197.9 miles along the Louisiana Korean War Veterans Memorial Highway. This suggests a substantial period of consistent driving, likely on a well-maintained, faster roadway. As you progress, expect the character of the drive to shift, moving from potentially more open highway to segments that may involve more local traffic or slower speeds as you approach your destination.
Expect a mix of faster highway mileage and slower local approaches near the beginning or end.
There are about 25 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 197.9 miles.
How Hard Is This Drive?
This route mixes highway mileage with some local-road sections near the start or finish. You will hit about 19 points where you need to pay attention to lane position or signs. The trickiest moment comes early in the drive near Barksdale Boulevard.
Driving Effort
5/10
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 307.6 miles you will encounter 19 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: near the start (Barksdale Boulevard): Navigation decision point; at 1.8 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early; at 221.8 miles (LA 92-1 / Young Street): Navigation decision point.
Critical Maneuvers
5 of 19 key pointsThese are the spots where you need to pay the most attention. Preview them before you drive.
5
0 mi into trip
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~0m in
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Barksdale Boulevard
Turn right onto Barksdale Boulevard
Navigation decision point
4
1.8 mi into trip
|
~3m in
Take the exit toward I 49 South: Alexandria
Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early
Toward I 49 South: Alexandria
5
221.8 mi into trip
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~3h 58m in
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LA 92-1 / Young Street
At end of road, turn left onto LA 92-1 / Young Street
Navigation decision point
5
223 mi into trip
|
~4h in
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US 90 / Veterans Memorial Expressway
Keep slight right at fork onto US 90 / Veterans Memorial Expressway
Highway fork - watch signs carefully
5
223.2 mi into trip
|
~4h in
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US 90 / Veterans Memorial Expressway
Keep slight right at fork onto US 90 / Veterans Memorial Expressway
Highway fork - watch signs carefully
Main Roads
| Road | Distance | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| Louisiana Korean War Veterans Memorial Highway | 197.9 mi | 3h 22m |
| US 90 | 87.8 mi | 1h 37m |
| Veterans Memorial Expressway | 10.6 mi | 11m |
| Northwest Evangeline Thruway | 2.2 mi | 3m |
| North Morgan Avenue | 1.6 mi | 2m |
| Ambassador Caffery Parkway | 1.5 mi | 2m |
| Purple Heart Recipients Highway | 1.4 mi | 2m |
| West Park Avenue | 1.3 mi | 2m |
Longest stretch:
Louisiana Korean War Veterans Memorial Highway
— 197.9 mi, about 3h 22m
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Bossier City, LA and Gray, 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
198 mi
·
3 hr 22 min
·
Louisiana Korean War Veterans Memorial Highway
7
Continue on I 49; US 167
8.8 mi
·
9 min
·
Veterans Memorial Expressway
8
Continue on I 49; LA 182
2.2 mi
·
3 min
·
Northwest Evangeline Thruway
9
Continue on US 90; LA 182
6.1 mi
·
8 min
·
US 90; LA 182
10
Turn right onto North Morgan Avenue
1.6 mi
·
2 min
·
North Morgan Avenue
11
Turn left onto LA 3073
1.5 mi
·
2 min
·
Ambassador Caffery Parkway
12
Turn right onto East Fairfield Drive
0.1 mi
·
20 sec
·
East Fairfield Drive
13
Turn left onto St Etienne Road
1.0 mi
·
4 min
·
St Etienne Road
14
At end of road, turn left onto LA 92-1
0.6 mi
·
52 sec
·
Young Street
15
Keep slight right at fork onto US 90; LA 92-1
0.5 mi
·
31 sec
·
Veterans Memorial Expressway
16
Keep slight right at fork onto US 90
0.2 mi
·
12 sec
·
Veterans Memorial Expressway
17
Keep slight right at fork onto US 90
0.2 mi
·
11 sec
·
Veterans Memorial Expressway
18
Keep slight right at fork onto US 90
0.2 mi
·
14 sec
·
Veterans Memorial Expressway
19
Keep slight right at fork onto US 90
0.8 mi
·
53 sec
·
Veterans Memorial Expressway
20
Keep slight right at fork onto US 90
82 mi
·
1 hr 28 min
·
US 90
21
Take the exit
0.4 mi
·
49 sec
22
Keep slight left at fork
0.1 mi
·
30 sec
23
Turn left onto LA 24
1.3 mi
·
2 min
·
West Park Avenue
24
Turn right onto LA 316
27 ft
·
0 sec
·
Bayou Blue Road
25
Arrive at destination
LA 316
Trip Plan
To make the most of this 5-hour, 34-minute drive, consider an early morning departure from Bossier City to maximize daylight and minimize potential traffic. With a total distance of 307.6 miles, planning for one stop around the halfway point or where you feel the need to stretch is advisable. Keep an eye on your fuel gauge, especially during the longest stretch of 197.9 miles on the Louisiana Korean War Veterans Memorial Highway, as services might be less frequent. The estimated fuel cost of $46 should help you budget accordingly for this single-day excursion.
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 153.8 miles from Bossier City, LA, or about 2h 39m into the drive.
The longest continuous stretch on this route runs about 197.9 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 68 miles or 1h 11m in
Use this first pause for coffee, a restroom break, and a quick traffic check ahead.
Halfway reset
Around 153.8 miles or 2h 39m 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 32m
Traffic, exits, and arrival timing usually matter more near Gray, 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 307.6 miles and 5h 34m.
Your first comfortable stop window is around 68 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 197.9 miles.
Where to Stop
Rest stops, refuel points, and overnight suggestions along this route.
Halfway Point
Midpoint
About 153.8 mi from Bossier City, LA · 2h 39m into the drive
Mid-route town
Meal stop
154 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 68 miles helps settle the day before fatigue starts building.
Meal break
The midpoint is around 153.8 miles from Bossier City, LA, which is a good place for a longer meal and fuel stop.
Before the longest stretch
Fuel checkTop up before Louisiana Korean War Veterans Memorial Highway if your tank is already low. That segment runs about 197.9 miles.
Arriving in Gray, LA
The final approach into Gray, 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 Gray, 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.
Fuel & Cost
Regular Gas
$46.45 one way
$92.91 round trip
$3.84/gal
25.4 MPG avg
108 kg CO2
| Fuel Type | $/gal | One Way | Round Trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| midgrade | $4.21 | $51.00 | $101.99 |
| premium | $4.56 | $55.21 | $110.42 |
| diesel | $5.61 | $67.91 | $135.83 |
Estimated Tolls: $0.15
Northwest Evangeline Thruway
(2.2 mi)
$0.15
Toll estimates based on average 2024-2025 rates. EZ-Pass/SunPass discounts may lower the actual cost.
Estimated Trip Cost (one way, 1 person)
Fuel
$46
Tolls
$0
Meals
$25–$50
Total
$72–$97
Rough estimate based on US averages. Hotel $80–$140/night, meals $25–$50/day.
Estimated CO2 emission: 107.6 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-13.
Driving Electric?
About $32 in charging · 1 stop · 67% less CO2
| Vehicle Type | kWh | Stops | DC Fast | Home Charge |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Average EV | 92.3 | 1 | $32.30 | $14.76 |
| Efficient EV | 76.9 | 0 | $26.92 | $12.30 |
| EV Truck/SUV | 123 | 1 | $43.06 | $19.69 |
Gas CO2
108 kg
EV CO2
36 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.
Destination
Gray, LA
Afternoon in Gray on Thursday
Local time
3:26 PM
CDT
Current temp
62°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
81°F
Broussard, LA
154 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
14 degrees cooler at arrival
A meaningful temperature swing is a good cue to rethink layers, water, and how soon you want to arrive.
Road read
5h 34m 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 Gray, LA covers 307.6 miles and takes about 5h 34m 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 90, Veterans Memorial Expressway. Expect a mix of highway and local road driving.
This is a comfortable same-day trip.
The midpoint is about 153.8 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 $46.45 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 drive requires moderate attention. Across 307.6 miles you will encounter 19 spots where lane choice or exit timing matters. Not difficult for experienced highway drivers, but worth previewing the tricky sections before you go.
The main spots that need attention: near the start (Barksdale Boulevard): Navigation decision point; at 1.8 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early; at 221.8 miles (LA 92-1 / Young Street): Navigation decision point.
The route from Bossier City, LA to Gray, LA does not surface many named destination signs beyond the main corridor.
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