Origin
Burkplace, LA
Afternoon in Burkplace on Thursday
Local time
3:28 PM
CDT
Current temp
87°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
Trip from Burkplace, LA to Gibsland, LA
Last recalculated Apr 16, 2026
Drive Time
38m
Distance
25.5 mi
41 km
Drive Score
6/10
Good drive
Same Day?
Yes, doable
Fuel Cost
$4
one way
EV Charging
Unknown
Best Time to Leave
4 AM
0h 35m
★
6 AM
0h 39m
8 AM
0h 45m
10 AM
0h 41m
12 PM
0h 40m
3 PM
0h 41m
5 PM
0h 45m
8 PM
0h 37m
Estimated drive times based on typical traffic patterns. Actual times may vary with weather, construction, and real-time conditions.
Trip Overview
The drive from Burkplace, LA to Gibsland, LA covers 25.5 miles and takes about 38m behind the wheel. This route is realistic as a one-day drive if you keep your stops efficient.
The route leans on LA 9, State Route 517, LA 154 for much of the mileage, and the overall profile is highway-focused drive. The longest uninterrupted segment is about 16.7 miles on LA 9. At current regular gas prices, budget about $3.85 one way before food or hotel costs.
Who Is This Route For?
Weekend Trip
Doable as a same-day drive at 38m. Total distance: 25.5 miles.
Family Friendly
Moderate complexity with 0 natural rest stops along the way.
Solo Traveler
38m drive, comfortable solo distance.
EV Driver
0 DC fast chargers along the route. Coverage: unknown.
First-Time Driver
Mostly highway driving (100%). Straightforward navigation.
Drive Character
This is a 38m highway drive covering 25.5 miles, with most of the trip on LA 9 and State Route 517. The longest continuous stretch is about 16.7 miles on LA 9.
Most of the miles stay on highways, which makes pacing and fuel planning easier than turn-by-turn city driving.
There are about 6 navigation steps in the underlying route data, so the final approach matters more than the middle miles.
LA 9 is the longest continuous segment at about 16.7 miles.
How Hard Is This Drive?
This is a straightforward highway drive that stays mostly on LA 9 and State Route 517. Navigation is very simple - set it and forget it for most of the drive. The trickiest moment comes around 16.7 miles in near LA 517 / State Route 517.
Driving Effort
1/10
Very easy - short and simple to drive
Balances navigation complexity with total wheel time.
The drive from Burkplace, LA to Gibsland, LA is easy. At 38m with 100% highway, most drivers will find it relaxed and low-stress.
Where does it get tricky?
There is one spot that needs extra attention: at 16.7 miles (LA 517 / State Route 517): Navigation decision point.
Critical Maneuvers
1 of 1 key pointsThese are the spots where you need to pay the most attention. Preview them before you drive.
4
16.7 mi into trip
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~23m in
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LA 517 / State Route 517
At end of road, turn left onto LA 517 / State Route 517
Navigation decision point
Main Roads
| Road | Distance | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| LA 9 | 16.7 mi | 23m |
| State Route 517 | 4.3 mi | 7m |
| LA 154 | 2.8 mi | 4m |
| Highway 517 | 1.7 mi | 3m |
| South Main | — | — |
Some road-level metrics are being recalculated.
Longest stretch:
LA 9
— 16.7 mi, about 23m
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Burkplace, LA and Gibsland, LA.
1
Start on LA 9
17 mi
·
23 min
·
LA 9
2
At end of road, turn left onto LA 517
2.1 mi
·
3 min
·
State Route 517
3
Continue on LA 517
1.7 mi
·
3 min
·
Highway 517
4
Continue on LA 517
2.2 mi
·
3 min
·
State Route 517
5
Continue on LA 154
2.8 mi
·
4 min
·
LA 154
6
Arrive at destination
US 80; LA 154
Fuel & Cost
Regular Gas
$3.85 one way
$7.70 round trip
$3.84/gal
25.4 MPG avg
9 kg CO2
| Fuel Type | $/gal | One Way | Round Trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| midgrade | $4.21 | $4.23 | $8.46 |
| premium | $4.56 | $4.58 | $9.15 |
| diesel | $5.61 | $5.63 | $11.26 |
No toll roads detected on this route.
Drive Cost (one way)
Fuel
$4
Estimated CO2 emission: 8.9 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-13.
Driving Electric?
About $3 in charging · 0 stops · 67% less CO2
| Vehicle Type | kWh | Stops | DC Fast | Home Charge |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Average EV | 7.6 | 0 | $2.68 | $1.22 |
| Efficient EV | 6.4 | 0 | $2.23 | $1.02 |
| EV Truck/SUV | 10.2 | 0 | $3.57 | $1.63 |
Gas CO2
9 kg
EV CO2
3 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
Gibsland, LA
Afternoon in Gibsland on Thursday
Local time
3:28 PM
CDT
Current temp
86°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
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
1 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
38m 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 Burkplace, LA to Gibsland, LA covers 25.5 miles and takes about 38m without stops. Add 15-30 minutes for a fuel or rest stop on longer drives.
The main roads are LA 9, State Route 517, LA 154. Most of the drive stays on highways, so watch for ramps and exits.
This is a comfortable same-day trip.
The midpoint is about 12.8 miles from Burkplace, LA. Look for rest areas, gas stations, or food options near the halfway mark.
At current regular gas prices, expect to spend about $3.85 one way. This estimate uses 25.4 MPG — your actual cost will vary with your vehicle's fuel efficiency and current gas prices.
Leave by 9 AM and you'll arrive before lunch. Even a 4 PM departure gets you there before dark in summer.
The drive from Burkplace, LA to Gibsland, LA is easy. At 38m with 100% highway, most drivers will find it relaxed and low-stress.
There is one spot that needs extra attention: at 16.7 miles (LA 517 / State Route 517): Navigation decision point.
The route from Burkplace, LA to Gibsland, LA does not surface many named destination signs beyond the main corridor.
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