The drive from Boutte, LA to Bossier City, LA covers 323.7 miles and takes about 4h 55m behind the wheel.
This route is realistic as a one-day drive if you keep your stops efficient.
The route leans on I 310 North, LA 3127 North, 3127 for much of the mileage,
and the overall profile is turn-heavy local drive.
At current regular gas prices, budget about $48.89 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
161.9 miles from Boutte, LA
A natural place for your longest stop of the day
, about 2h 27m into the drive
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Who Is This Route For?
Weekend Trip
Doable as a same-day drive at 4h 55m. Total distance: 323.7 miles.
Family Friendly
Moderate complexity with 1 natural rest stops along the way.
Turn-heavy local drive route profile with national parks nearby.
Drive Character
Expect a 4h 55m drive with frequent turns across 323.7 miles of local and secondary roads.
This route has more turning and local-road decision points than a simple highway run.
There are about 25 navigation steps in the underlying route data, so the final approach matters more than the middle miles.
I 310 North 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.
Driving Effort3/10
Easy - simple navigation with a manageable amount of wheel time
Balances navigation complexity with total wheel time.
This is a straightforward 4h 55m 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 Boutte, LA to Bossier City, LA is straightforward, with well-signed roads and simple exits.
Main Roads
Road
Distance
Duration
I 310 North
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LA 3127 North
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3127
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West Airline Highway
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I 10 West
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LA 415
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North Lobdell Highway
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State Route 1
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Some road-level metrics are being recalculated.
Longest stretch:
I 310 North
— detailed segment metrics are refreshing.
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Boutte, LA and Bossier City, LA.
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Start on Paul Maillard Road
463 ft·11 sec·Paul Maillard Road
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Take the ramp slight right
138 ft·4 sec
3
Merge slight left
0.3 mi·36 sec
4
Take the exit slight right toward I 310 North, LA 3127 North: Donaldsonville, New Orleans
0.3 mi·26 sec·I 310 North, LA 3127 North: Donaldsonville, New Orleans
5
Continue straight
1.3 mi·1 min
6
Take the exit slight left toward LA 3127 North: Donadlsonville
0.7 mi·1 min·LA 3127 North: Donadlsonville
7
Continue on 3127
20 mi·25 min·3127
8
Turn right
6.8 mi·9 min
9
Turn left onto West Airline Highway
8.9 mi·10 min·West Airline Highway
10
Take the exit slight right toward I 10 West: Baton Rouge
0.6 mi·59 sec·I 10 West: Baton Rouge
11
Merge slight left
31 mi·34 min
12
Keep slight left
3.9 mi·4 min
13
Take the exit slight right toward LA 415: Lobdell
0.3 mi·45 sec·LA 415: Lobdell
14
Keep slight right to continue on LA 415: Lobdell
318 ft·8 sec·LA 415: Lobdell
15
Merge slight left onto North Lobdell Highway
3.6 mi·4 min·North Lobdell Highway
16
Merge slight left onto State Route 1
49 mi·1 hr 2 min·State Route 1
17
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
18
Merge slight left onto Charles I. "Doc" Hudson Highway
186 mi·3 hr 10 min·Charles I. "Doc" Hudson Highway
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Keep slight right to continue on I 20: Dallas, Monroe
0.2 mi·29 sec·I 20: Dallas, Monroe
20
Keep slight right to continue on I 20 East: Monroe
0.6 mi·1 min·I 20 East: Monroe
21
Merge slight left onto Purple Heart Recipients Highway
1.5 mi·2 min·Purple Heart Recipients Highway
22
Take the exit slight right toward Traffic Street
0.5 mi·1 min·Traffic Street
23
Continue on Barksdale Boulevard
0.2 mi·36 sec·Barksdale Boulevard
24
Turn left onto Monroe Street
79 ft·3 sec·Monroe Street
25
Arrive at your destination
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 161.9 miles from Boutte, LA, or about 2h 27m 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 71 miles or 1h 4m in
Use this first pause for coffee, a restroom break, and a quick traffic check ahead.
Halfway reset
Around 161.9 miles or 2h 27m 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 2m
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 Boutte, 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 Boutte, LA
This is one driving day of about 323.7 miles and 4h 55m.
Your first comfortable stop window is around 71 miles from Boutte, 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 161.9 mi from Boutte, LA
· 2h 27m into the drive
Place data sourced from public business listings. Hours and availability may vary.
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 245.6
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...
Park data from the National Park Service API. Alerts update every 2 hours.
Fuel & Cost
Regular Gas
$48.89 one way
$97.77 round trip
$3.84/gal25.4 MPG avg113 kg CO2
Fuel Type
$/gal
One Way
Round Trip
midgrade
$4.21
$53.67
$107.33
premium
$4.56
$58.10
$116.20
diesel
$5.61
$71.47
$142.94
No toll roads detected on this route.
Estimated Trip Cost (one way, 1 person)
Fuel
$49
Meals
$25–$50
Total
$74–$99
Rough estimate based on US averages. Hotel $80–$140/night, meals $25–$50/day.
Estimated CO2 emission: 113.3 kg one way.
Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-13.
Driving Electric?
About $34 in charging
· 1 stop
· 66% less CO2
Vehicle Type
kWh
Stops
DC Fast
Home Charge
Average EV
97.1
1
$33.99
$15.54
Efficient EV
80.9
0
$28.32
$12.95
EV Truck/SUV
129.5
1
$45.32
$20.72
Gas CO2
113 kg
EV CO2
38 kg (66% 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 17, 2026
Origin
Boutte, LA
Morning
in Boutte on Saturday
Local time
10:14 AM
CDT
Current temp
81°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
Destination
Bossier City, LA
Morning
in Bossier City on Saturday
Local time
10:14 AM
CDT
Current temp
76°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
85°F
Alexandria, LA
162 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 cooler at arrival
A meaningful temperature swing is a good cue to rethink layers, water, and how soon you want to arrive.
Road read
4h 55m 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 Boutte, LA to Bossier City, LA covers 323.7 miles and takes about 4h 55m without stops. Add 15-30 minutes for a fuel or rest stop on longer drives.
The main roads are I 310 North, LA 3127 North, 3127. Expect a mix of highway and local road driving.
This is a comfortable same-day trip.
The midpoint is about 161.9 miles from Boutte, LA. Look for rest areas, gas stations, or food options near the halfway mark.
At current regular gas prices, expect to spend about $48.89 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 55m 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 Boutte, LA to Bossier City, LA is straightforward, with well-signed roads and simple exits.
The route from Boutte, LA to Bossier City, LA does not surface many named destination signs beyond the main corridor.
Yes. Nearby national parks include Cane River Creole National Historical Park and New Orleans Jazz National Historical Park.
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.
