Origin
Curtis, LA
Evening in Curtis on Wednesday
Local time
6:01 PM
CDT
Current temp
87°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
Trip from Curtis, LA to Benton, LA
Last recalculated Apr 15, 2026
Drive Time
32m
Distance
20.5 mi
33 km
Drive Score
8/10
Great drive
Same Day?
Yes, doable
Fuel Cost
$3
one way
Best Time to Leave
4 AM
0h 30m
★
6 AM
0h 33m
8 AM
0h 39m
10 AM
0h 35m
12 PM
0h 34m
3 PM
0h 35m
5 PM
0h 38m
8 PM
0h 31m
Estimated drive times based on typical traffic patterns. Actual times may vary with weather, construction, and real-time conditions.
Curtis, LA
Abhishek Navlakha
Benton, LA
Jesus Alfonso
Trip Overview
The drive from Curtis, LA to Benton, LA covers 20.5 miles and takes about 32m behind the wheel. This route is realistic as a one-day drive if you keep your stops efficient.
The route leans on Benton Road, Highway 3, Arthur Ray Teague Parkway for much of the mileage, and the overall profile is mixed drive. The longest uninterrupted segment is about 6.3 miles on Benton Road. At current regular gas prices, budget about $3.10 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
10.3 miles from Curtis, LA
A natural place for your longest stop of the day , about 17m into the drive .
Drive Character
The drive from Curtis, LA to Benton, LA covers 20.5 miles and takes about 32m, using a mix of highways and local roads.
Expect a mix of faster highway mileage and slower local approaches near the beginning or end.
There are about 16 navigation steps in the underlying route data, so the final approach matters more than the middle miles.
Benton Road is the longest continuous segment at about 6.3 miles.
How Hard Is This Drive?
This route mixes highway mileage with some local-road sections near the start or finish. There are only a few real navigation decisions along the way. The trickiest moment comes around 0.2 miles in near US 71 / Barksdale Boulevard.
Route Complexity
3/10
Easy - simple navigation with a manageable amount of wheel time
This is a straightforward 32m drive. You will face about 7 decision points, but nothing that requires special attention if you follow navigation.
Where does it get tricky?
The main spots that need attention: at 0.2 miles (US 71 / Barksdale Boulevard): Navigation decision point; at 3.6 miles (Shady Grove Drive): Navigation decision point; at 3.8 miles (Arthur Ray Teague Parkway): Navigation decision point.
Critical Maneuvers
5 of 7 key pointsThese are the spots where you need to pay the most attention. Preview them before you drive.
4
0.2 mi into trip
|
~0m in
|
US 71 / Barksdale Boulevard
Turn right onto US 71 / Barksdale Boulevard
Navigation decision point
4
3.6 mi into trip
|
~6m in
|
Shady Grove Drive
Turn left onto Shady Grove Drive
Navigation decision point
4
3.8 mi into trip
|
~6m in
|
Arthur Ray Teague Parkway
Turn right onto Arthur Ray Teague Parkway
Navigation decision point
4
8.7 mi into trip
|
~14m in
|
Walter O Bigby Carriageway
Enter roundabout onto Walter O Bigby Carriageway
Roundabout - know your exit number before entering
5
8.9 mi into trip
|
~15m in
|
Walter O. Bigby Carriageway
Enter roundabout onto Walter O. Bigby Carriageway
Roundabout - know your exit number before entering
Main Roads
| Road | Distance | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| Benton Road | 6.3 mi | 9m |
| Highway 3 | 4.6 mi | 6m |
| Arthur Ray Teague Parkway | 3.6 mi | 5m |
| Barksdale Boulevard | 3.4 mi | 5m |
| Hamilton Road | 1.1 mi | 2m |
| Walter O. Bigby Carriageway | 0.7 mi | 1m |
| Walter O Bigby Carriageway | 0.2 mi | <1m |
| Sligo Road | 0.2 mi | <1m |
Longest stretch:
Benton Road
— 6.3 mi, about 9m
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Curtis, LA and Benton, LA.
1
Start on LA 612
134 ft
·
7 sec
·
Sligo Road
2
Continue on LA 612
0.2 mi
·
27 sec
·
Sligo Road
3
Turn right onto US 71
3.4 mi
·
5 min
·
Barksdale Boulevard
4
Turn left onto Shady Grove Drive
0.2 mi
·
31 sec
·
Shady Grove Drive
5
Turn right onto Arthur Ray Teague Parkway
3.6 mi
·
5 min
·
Arthur Ray Teague Parkway
6
Turn slight right
267 ft
·
14 sec
7
Turn straight onto Live Casino Boulevard
383 ft
·
11 sec
·
Live Casino Boulevard
8
Continue on Hamilton Road
1.1 mi
·
2 min
·
Hamilton Road
9
Enter roundabout onto Walter O Bigby Carriageway
27 ft
·
0 sec
·
Walter O Bigby Carriageway
10
Continue on Walter O Bigby Carriageway
0.2 mi
·
29 sec
·
Walter O Bigby Carriageway
11
Enter roundabout onto Walter O. Bigby Carriageway
161 ft
·
4 sec
·
Walter O. Bigby Carriageway
12
Continue on Walter O. Bigby Carriageway
0.7 mi
·
1 min
·
Walter O. Bigby Carriageway
13
At end of road, turn left onto LA 3
6.3 mi
·
9 min
·
Benton Road
14
Continue on LA 3
4.6 mi
·
6 min
·
Highway 3
15
Turn right onto Simpson Street
88 ft
·
3 sec
·
Simpson Street
16
Arrive at destination
Simpson 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 10.3 miles from Curtis, LA, or about 17m into the drive.
The longest continuous stretch on this route runs about 6.3 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 20.5 miles or 32m in
Use this first pause for coffee, a restroom break, and a quick traffic check ahead.
Halfway reset
Around 10.3 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 28m
Traffic, exits, and arrival timing usually matter more near Benton, LA than in the middle of the route.
Before You Leave
+
Have your navigation ready before leaving Curtis, LA.
Day 1
Settle into the route from Curtis, LA
This is one driving day of about 20.5 miles and 32m.
At 20.5 miles this is a quick drive — no planned stops needed.
The longest stretch is on Benton Road for about 6.3 miles.
Where to Stop
Rest stops, refuel points, and overnight suggestions along this route.
Halfway Point
Midpoint
About 10.3 mi from Curtis, LA · 17m into the drive
Pacing Suggestions
Fuel and coffee
A short stop after about 20.5 miles helps settle the day before fatigue starts building.
Meal break
The midpoint is around 10.3 miles from Curtis, LA, which is a good place for a longer meal and fuel stop.
Arriving in Benton, LA
Allow a few extra minutes for the final approach into Benton, 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
$3.10 one way
$6.19 round trip
$3.84/gal
25.4 MPG avg
7 kg CO2
| Fuel Type | $/gal | One Way | Round Trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| midgrade | $4.21 | $3.40 | $6.80 |
| premium | $4.56 | $3.68 | $7.36 |
| diesel | $5.61 | $4.53 | $9.05 |
No toll roads detected on this route.
Estimated Trip Cost (one way, 1 person)
Fuel
$3
Meals
$25–$50
Total
$28–$53
Rough estimate based on US averages. Hotel $80–$140/night, meals $25–$50/day.
Estimated CO2 emission: 7.2 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-13.
Driving Electric?
About $2 in charging · 0 stops · 71% less CO2
| Vehicle Type | kWh | Stops | DC Fast | Home Charge |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Average EV | 6.1 | 0 | $2.15 | $0.98 |
| Efficient EV | 5.1 | 0 | $1.79 | $0.82 |
| EV Truck/SUV | 8.2 | 0 | $2.87 | $1.31 |
Gas CO2
7 kg
EV CO2
2 kg (71% 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
Benton, LA
Evening in Benton on Wednesday
Local time
6:01 PM
CDT
Current temp
75°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
12 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
32m 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 Curtis, LA to Benton, LA covers 20.5 miles and takes about 32m without stops. Add 15-30 minutes for a fuel or rest stop on longer drives.
The main roads are Benton Road, Highway 3, Arthur Ray Teague Parkway. Expect a mix of highway and local road driving.
This is a comfortable same-day trip.
The midpoint is about 10.3 miles from Curtis, LA. Look for rest areas, gas stations, or food options near the halfway mark.
At current regular gas prices, expect to spend about $3.10 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 32m drive. You will face about 7 decision points, but nothing that requires special attention if you follow navigation.
The main spots that need attention: at 0.2 miles (US 71 / Barksdale Boulevard): Navigation decision point; at 3.6 miles (Shady Grove Drive): Navigation decision point; at 3.8 miles (Arthur Ray Teague Parkway): Navigation decision point.
The route from Curtis, LA to Benton, LA does not surface many named destination signs beyond the main corridor.
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