Origin
Burkplace, LA
Night in Burkplace on Wednesday
Local time
11:59 PM
CDT
Current temp
87°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
Trip from Burkplace, LA to Ringgold, LA
Last recalculated Apr 16, 2026
Drive Time
37m
Distance
24.2 mi
39 km
Drive Score
6/10
Good drive
Same Day?
Yes, doable
Fuel Cost
$4
one way
Best Time to Leave
4 AM
0h 35m
★
6 AM
0h 38m
8 AM
0h 44m
10 AM
0h 40m
12 PM
0h 40m
3 PM
0h 40m
5 PM
0h 44m
8 PM
0h 36m
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 Ringgold, LA covers 24.2 miles and takes about 37m behind the wheel. This route is realistic as a one-day drive if you keep your stops efficient.
The route leans on LA 4, LA 9, Bienville Road for much of the mileage, and the overall profile is highway-focused drive. The longest uninterrupted segment is about 20.6 miles on LA 4. At current regular gas prices, budget about $3.65 one way before food or hotel costs.
Trip Pace
Same-day drive is realistic
A same-day return is realistic if you keep stops short.
Break Rhythm
0 planned breaks
This drive is short enough that no stops are needed.
Midpoint
12.1 miles from Burkplace, LA
A natural place for your longest stop of the day , about 17m into the drive .
Drive Character
This is a 37m highway drive covering 24.2 miles, with most of the trip on LA 4 and LA 9. The longest continuous stretch is about 20.6 miles on LA 4.
Most of the miles stay on highways, which makes pacing and fuel planning easier than turn-by-turn city driving.
There are about 8 navigation steps in the underlying route data, so the final approach matters more than the middle miles.
LA 4 is the longest continuous segment at about 20.6 miles.
How Hard Is This Drive?
This is a straightforward highway drive that stays mostly on LA 4 and LA 9. There are only a few real navigation decisions along the way. The trickiest moment comes around 2.8 miles in near LA 4.
Route Complexity
3/10
Easy - simple navigation with a manageable amount of wheel time
This is a straightforward 37m drive. You will face about 6 decision points, but nothing that requires special attention if you follow navigation.
Where does it get tricky?
The main spots that need attention: at 2.8 miles (LA 4): Navigation decision point; at 14 miles (LA 4): Navigation decision point; at 23.4 miles (LA 4; LA 154 / Bienville Road): Navigation decision point.
Critical Maneuvers
5 of 6 key pointsThese are the spots where you need to pay the most attention. Preview them before you drive.
3
2.8 mi into trip
|
~3m in
|
LA 4
Turn left onto LA 4
Navigation decision point
3
14 mi into trip
|
~19m in
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LA 4
Turn right onto LA 4
Navigation decision point
4
23.4 mi into trip
|
~36m in
|
LA 4; LA 154 / Bienville Road
At end of road, turn left onto LA 4; LA 154 / Bienville Road
Navigation decision point
4
24.2 mi into trip
|
~37m in
|
US 371; LA 4; LA 154 / Military Road
At end of road, turn right onto US 371; LA 4; LA 154 / Military Road
Navigation decision point
5
24.2 mi into trip
|
~37m in
|
Mill Street
Turn right onto Mill Street
Navigation decision point
Main Roads
| Road | Distance | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| LA 4 | 20.6 mi | 32m |
| LA 9 | 2.8 mi | 3m |
| Bienville Road | 0.8 mi | 1m |
| Military Road | <0.1 mi | <1m |
| Mill Street | <0.1 mi | <1m |
Longest stretch:
LA 4
— 20.6 mi, about 32m
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Burkplace, LA and Ringgold, LA.
1
Start on LA 9
2.8 mi
·
3 min
·
LA 9
2
Turn left onto LA 4
11 mi
·
15 min
·
LA 4
3
Turn right onto LA 4
0.4 mi
·
45 sec
·
LA 4
4
Turn left onto LA 4
8.9 mi
·
15 min
·
LA 4
5
At end of road, turn left onto LA 4; LA 154
0.8 mi
·
1 min
·
Bienville Road
6
At end of road, turn right onto US 371; LA 4; LA 154
224 ft
·
6 sec
·
Military Road
7
Turn right onto Mill Street
100 ft
·
4 sec
·
Mill Street
8
Arrive at destination
Mill Street
Trip Plan
Morning Departure
Leave by 9 AM and you'll arrive before lunch.
Evening Departure
Even a 4 PM departure gets you there before dark in summer.
You can normally do this drive in one day.
You may only need one short stretch break if traffic stays light.
The halfway point lands around 12.1 miles from Burkplace, LA, or about 17m into the drive.
The longest continuous stretch on this route runs about 20.6 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 24 miles or 37m in
Use this first pause for coffee, a restroom break, and a quick traffic check ahead.
Halfway reset
Around 12.1 miles or 17m in
This is the best place for your longest stop, a real meal, and a full fuel check.
Final approach
Final hour starts around 31m
Traffic, exits, and arrival timing usually matter more near Ringgold, LA than in the middle of the route.
Before You Leave
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Have your navigation ready before leaving Burkplace, LA.
Day 1
Settle into the route from Burkplace, LA
This is one driving day of about 24.2 miles and 37m.
At 24.2 miles this is a quick drive — no planned stops needed.
The longest stretch is on LA 4 for about 20.6 miles.
Where to Stop
Rest stops, refuel points, and overnight suggestions along this route.
Halfway Point
Midpoint
About 12.1 mi from Burkplace, LA · 17m into the drive
Pacing Suggestions
Fuel and coffee
A short stop after about 24 miles helps settle the day before fatigue starts building.
Meal break
The midpoint is around 12.1 miles from Burkplace, LA, which is a good place for a longer meal and fuel stop.
Arriving in Ringgold, LA
Allow a few extra minutes for the final approach into Ringgold, LA if you are unfamiliar with the area.
These stop ideas are pacing suggestions — the exact town or exit can change with traffic, hotel plans, and fuel range.
Fuel & Cost
Regular Gas
$3.65 one way
$7.31 round trip
$3.84/gal
25.4 MPG avg
9 kg CO2
| Fuel Type | $/gal | One Way | Round Trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| midgrade | $4.21 | $4.01 | $8.02 |
| premium | $4.56 | $4.34 | $8.69 |
| diesel | $5.61 | $5.34 | $10.69 |
No toll roads detected on this route.
Estimated Trip Cost (one way, 1 person)
Fuel
$4
Meals
$25–$50
Total
$29–$54
Rough estimate based on US averages. Hotel $80–$140/night, meals $25–$50/day.
Estimated CO2 emission: 8.5 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-13.
Driving Electric?
About $3 in charging · 0 stops · 63% less CO2
| Vehicle Type | kWh | Stops | DC Fast | Home Charge |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Average EV | 7.3 | 0 | $2.54 | $1.16 |
| Efficient EV | 6.1 | 0 | $2.12 | $0.97 |
| EV Truck/SUV | 9.7 | 0 | $3.39 | $1.55 |
Gas CO2
8 kg
EV CO2
3 kg (63% 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
Ringgold, LA
Night in Ringgold on Wednesday
Local time
11:59 PM
CDT
Current temp
77°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
10 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
37m 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 Ringgold, LA covers 24.2 miles and takes about 37m without stops. Add 15-30 minutes for a fuel or rest stop on longer drives.
The main roads are LA 4, LA 9, Bienville Road. Most of the drive stays on highways, so watch for ramps and exits.
This is a comfortable same-day trip.
The midpoint is about 12.1 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 $3.65 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.
This is a straightforward 37m drive. You will face about 6 decision points, but nothing that requires special attention if you follow navigation.
The main spots that need attention: at 2.8 miles (LA 4): Navigation decision point; at 14 miles (LA 4): Navigation decision point; at 23.4 miles (LA 4; LA 154 / Bienville Road): Navigation decision point.
The route from Burkplace, LA to Ringgold, LA does not surface many named destination signs beyond the main corridor.
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