Origin
Haynesville, LA
Afternoon in Haynesville on Monday
Local time
2:11 PM
CDT
Current temp
86°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
Trip from Haynesville, LA to Bossier City, LA
Drive Time
1h 25m
Distance
64.1 mi
103 km
Drive Score
7/10
Good drive
Same Day?
Yes, doable
Fuel Cost
$10
one way
EV Charging
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station data
Best Time to Leave
4 AM
1h 19m
★
6 AM
1h 25m
8 AM
1h 39m
10 AM
1h 30m
12 PM
1h 29m
3 PM
1h 31m
5 PM
1h 38m
8 PM
1h 21m
Estimated drive times based on typical traffic patterns. Actual times may vary with weather, construction, and real-time conditions.
Bossier City, LA
Stephen Leonardi
Trip Overview
The drive from Haynesville, LA to Bossier City, LA covers 64.1 miles and takes about 1h 25m behind the wheel. This route is realistic as a one-day drive if you keep your stops efficient.
The route leans on US 79, I 20, US 79 Truck for much of the mileage, and the overall profile is highway-focused drive. The longest uninterrupted segment is about 30.7 miles on US 79. At current regular gas prices, budget about $9.80 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
A short stop every 2 to 3 hours is enough for this drive.
Midpoint
32.1 miles from Haynesville, LA
A natural place for your longest stop of the day , about 47m into the drive .
Drive Character
This is a 1h 25m highway drive covering 64.1 miles, with most of the trip on US 79 and I 20. The longest continuous stretch is about 30.7 miles on US 79.
Most of the miles stay on highways, which makes pacing and fuel planning easier than turn-by-turn city driving.
There are about 12 navigation steps in the underlying route data, so the final approach matters more than the middle miles.
US 79 is the longest continuous segment at about 30.7 miles.
How Hard Is This Drive?
This is a straightforward highway drive that stays mostly on US 79 and I 20. There are only a few real navigation decisions along the way. The trickiest moment comes around 0.1 miles in near US 79.
Route Complexity
3/10
Easy - simple navigation with a manageable amount of wheel time
This is a straightforward 1h 25m drive. You will face about 8 decision points, but nothing that requires special attention if you follow navigation.
Where does it get tricky?
The main spots that need attention: at 0.1 miles (US 79): Navigation decision point; at 16.6 miles (US 79): Roundabout - know your exit number before entering; at 63.7 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early.
Critical Maneuvers
5 of 8 key pointsThese are the spots where you need to pay the most attention. Preview them before you drive.
4
0.1 mi into trip
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~0m in
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US 79
Turn right onto US 79
Navigation decision point
5
16.6 mi into trip
|
~26m in
|
US 79
Enter roundabout onto US 79
Roundabout - know your exit number before entering
4
63.7 mi into trip
|
~1h 24m in
Take the exit toward Traffic Street
Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early
Toward Traffic Street
4
63.9 mi into trip
|
~1h 24m in
|
Traffic Street
Turn right onto Traffic Street
Navigation decision point
5
64.1 mi into trip
|
~1h 25m in
|
Monroe Street
Turn left onto Monroe Street
Navigation decision point
Main Roads
| Road | Distance | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| US 79 | 30.7 mi | 45m |
| I 20 | 29.6 mi | 32m |
| US 79 Truck | 3.1 mi | 5m |
| Delhi Street | 0.1 mi | <1m |
| Monroe Street | <0.1 mi | <1m |
| Sherman Drive | <0.1 mi | <1m |
| Traffic Street | <0.1 mi | <1m |
Longest stretch:
US 79
— 30.7 mi, about 45m
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Haynesville, LA and Bossier City, LA.
1
Start on Sherman Drive
283 ft
·
16 sec
·
Sherman Drive
2
Turn right onto US 79
17 mi
·
25 min
·
US 79
3
Enter roundabout onto US 79
108 ft
·
1 sec
·
US 79
4
Continue on US 79
14 mi
·
19 min
·
US 79
5
Turn left onto US 79 Truck; LA 531
3.1 mi
·
5 min
·
US 79 Truck; LA 531
6
Take the ramp
0.2 mi
·
27 sec
7
Merge onto I 20
30 mi
·
32 min
·
I 20
8
Take the exit
0.2 mi
·
25 sec
Toward Traffic Street
9
Turn right onto Traffic Street
110 ft
·
4 sec
·
Traffic Street
10
Turn right onto Delhi Street
0.1 mi
·
30 sec
·
Delhi Street
11
Turn left onto Monroe Street
394 ft
·
13 sec
·
Monroe Street
12
Arrive at destination
Monroe 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 32.1 miles from Haynesville, LA, or about 47m into the drive.
The longest continuous stretch on this route runs about 30.7 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 64.1 miles or 1h 25m in
Use this first pause for coffee, a restroom break, and a quick traffic check ahead.
Halfway reset
Around 32.1 miles or 47m in
This is the best place for your longest stop, a real meal, and a full fuel check.
Final approach
Final hour starts around 1h 14m
Traffic, exits, and arrival timing usually matter more near Bossier City, LA than in the middle of the route.
Before You Leave
+
Open the route before leaving Haynesville, LA so your first major turns are already loaded.
+
Leave with enough water and a charging cable within reach, not packed away.
+
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 Haynesville, LA
This is one driving day of about 64.1 miles and 1h 25m.
Your first comfortable stop window is around 80 miles from Haynesville, LA.
This route can stay practical as a one-day drive if traffic stays reasonable.
You may only need one short stretch stop if conditions stay smooth.
The longest stretch is on US 79 for about 30.7 miles.
Where to Stop
Rest stops, refuel points, and overnight suggestions along this route.
Halfway Point
Midpoint
About 32.1 mi from Haynesville, LA · 47m into the drive
Mid-route town
Meal stop
32 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 64.1 miles helps settle the day before fatigue starts building.
Meal break
The midpoint is around 32.1 miles from Haynesville, LA, which is a good place for a longer meal and fuel stop.
Arriving in Bossier City, LA
The final approach into Bossier City, 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 Bossier City, LA.
These stop ideas are pacing suggestions — the exact town or exit can change with traffic, hotel plans, and fuel range.
Fuel & Cost
Regular Gas
$9.80 one way
$19.60 round trip
$3.88/gal
25.4 MPG avg
22 kg CO2
| Fuel Type | $/gal | One Way | Round Trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| midgrade | $4.26 | $10.75 | $21.50 |
| premium | $4.61 | $11.63 | $23.27 |
| diesel | $5.64 | $14.24 | $28.48 |
No toll roads detected on this route.
Estimated Trip Cost (one way, 1 person)
Fuel
$10
Meals
$25–$50
Total
$35–$60
Rough estimate based on US averages. Hotel $80–$140/night, meals $25–$50/day.
Estimated CO2 emission: 22.4 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-06.
Driving Electric?
About $7 in charging · 0 stops · 68% less CO2
| Vehicle Type | kWh | Stops | DC Fast | Home Charge |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Average EV | 19.2 | 0 | $6.73 | $3.08 |
| Efficient EV | 16 | 0 | $5.61 | $2.56 |
| EV Truck/SUV | 25.6 | 0 | $8.97 | $4.10 |
Gas CO2
22 kg
EV CO2
7 kg (68% 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
Bossier City, LA
Afternoon in Bossier City on Monday
Local time
2:11 PM
CDT
Current temp
66°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
Along the Route
63°F
Garland, TX
32 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
20 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
1h 25m 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 Haynesville, LA to Bossier City, LA covers 64.1 miles and takes about 1h 25m without stops. Add 15-30 minutes for a fuel or rest stop on longer drives.
The main roads are US 79, I 20, US 79 Truck. Most of the drive stays on highways, so watch for ramps and exits.
This is a comfortable same-day trip.
The midpoint is about 32.1 miles from Haynesville, LA. Look for rest areas, gas stations, or food options near the halfway mark.
At current regular gas prices, expect to spend about $9.80 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 1h 25m drive. You will face about 8 decision points, but nothing that requires special attention if you follow navigation.
The main spots that need attention: at 0.1 miles (US 79): Navigation decision point; at 16.6 miles (US 79): Roundabout - know your exit number before entering; at 63.7 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early.
The route from Haynesville, LA to Bossier City, LA does not surface many named destination signs beyond the main corridor.
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