Origin
Homer, LA
Afternoon in Homer on Tuesday
Local time
2:43 PM
CDT
Current temp
65°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
Trip from Homer, LA to Bossier City, LA
Data updated 0 seconds ago
Drive Time
1h 4m
Distance
50.5 mi
81 km
Drive Score
7/10
Good drive
Same Day?
Yes, doable
Fuel Cost
$8
one way
EV Charging
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station data
Best Time to Leave
4 AM
0h 59m
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6 AM
1h 5m
8 AM
1h 15m
10 AM
1h 8m
12 PM
1h 7m
3 PM
1h 9m
5 PM
1h 15m
8 PM
1h 2m
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 Homer, LA to Bossier City, LA covers 50.5 miles and takes about 1h 4m behind the wheel. This route is realistic as a one-day drive if you keep your stops efficient.
The route leans on I 20, US 79, US 79 Truck for much of the mileage, and the overall profile is highway-focused drive. The longest uninterrupted segment is about 29.6 miles on I 20. At current regular gas prices, budget about $7.63 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
25.3 miles from Homer, LA
A natural place for your longest stop of the day , about 36m into the drive .
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Drive Character
This is a 1h 4m highway drive covering 50.5 miles, with most of the trip on I 20 and US 79. The longest continuous stretch is about 29.6 miles on I 20.
Most of the miles stay on highways, which makes pacing and fuel planning easier than turn-by-turn city driving.
There are about 13 navigation steps in the underlying route data, so the final approach matters more than the middle miles.
I 20 is the longest continuous segment at about 29.6 miles.
How Hard Is This Drive?
This is a straightforward highway drive that stays mostly on I 20 and US 79. Navigation is very simple — set it and forget it for most of the drive. The trickiest moment comes around 3 miles in near US 79.
Route Complexity
2/10
Very easy - short and simple to drive
The drive from Homer, LA to Bossier City, LA is easy. At 1h 4m with 93% highway, most drivers will find it relaxed and low-stress.
Where does it get tricky?
The main spots that need attention: at 3 miles (US 79): Roundabout - know your exit number before entering; at 50.1 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early; at 50.3 miles (Traffic Street): 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.
5
3 mi into trip
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~5m in
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US 79
Enter roundabout onto US 79
Roundabout - know your exit number before entering
4
50.1 mi into trip
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~1h 3m in
Take the exit toward Traffic Street
Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early
Toward Traffic Street
4
50.3 mi into trip
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~1h 3m in
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Traffic Street
Turn right onto Traffic Street
Navigation decision point
4
50.3 mi into trip
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~1h 3m in
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Delhi Street
Turn right onto Delhi Street
Navigation decision point
5
50.5 mi into trip
|
~1h 4m in
|
Monroe Street
Turn left onto Monroe Street
Navigation decision point
Main Roads
| Road | Distance | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| I 20 | 29.6 mi | 32m |
| US 79 | 14.1 mi | 19m |
| US 79 Truck | 3.1 mi | 5m |
| West Main | 3 mi | 5m |
| Delhi Street | 0.1 mi | <1m |
| Monroe Street | <0.1 mi | <1m |
| Traffic Street | <0.1 mi | <1m |
Longest stretch:
I 20
— 29.6 mi, about 32m
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Homer, LA and Bossier City, LA.
1
Start on this road
17 ft
·
0 sec
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this road
2
Turn slight left
221 ft
·
9 sec
3
Continue on US 79; LA 9
3.0 mi
·
5 min
·
West Main
4
Enter roundabout onto US 79
108 ft
·
1 sec
·
US 79
5
Continue on US 79
14 mi
·
19 min
·
US 79
6
Turn left onto US 79 Truck; LA 531
3.1 mi
·
5 min
·
US 79 Truck; LA 531
7
Take the ramp
0.2 mi
·
27 sec
8
Merge onto I 20
30 mi
·
32 min
·
I 20
9
Take the exit
0.2 mi
·
25 sec
Toward Traffic Street
10
Turn right onto Traffic Street
110 ft
·
4 sec
·
Traffic Street
11
Turn right onto Delhi Street
0.1 mi
·
30 sec
·
Delhi Street
12
Turn left onto Monroe Street
394 ft
·
13 sec
·
Monroe Street
13
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 25.3 miles from Homer, LA, or about 36m into the drive.
The longest continuous stretch on this route runs about 29.6 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 50.5 miles or 1h 4m in
Use this first pause for coffee, a restroom break, and a quick traffic check ahead.
Halfway reset
Around 25.3 miles or 36m in
This is the best place for your longest stop, a real meal, and a full fuel check.
Final approach
Final hour starts around 55m
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 Homer, 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 Homer, LA
This is one driving day of about 50.5 miles and 1h 4m.
Your first comfortable stop window is around 80 miles from Homer, 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 I 20 for about 29.6 miles.
Where to Stop
Rest stops, refuel points, and overnight suggestions along this route.
Halfway Point
Midpoint
About 25.3 mi from Homer, LA · 36m into the drive
Mid-route town
Meal stop
25 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 50.5 miles helps settle the day before fatigue starts building.
Meal break
The midpoint is around 25.3 miles from Homer, 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
$7.63 one way
$15.25 round trip
$3.84/gal
25.4 MPG avg
18 kg CO2
| Fuel Type | $/gal | One Way | Round Trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| midgrade | $4.21 | $8.37 | $16.74 |
| premium | $4.56 | $9.06 | $18.13 |
| diesel | $5.61 | $11.15 | $22.30 |
No toll roads detected on this route.
Estimated Trip Cost (one way, 1 person)
Fuel
$8
Meals
$25–$50
Total
$33–$58
Rough estimate based on US averages. Hotel $80–$140/night, meals $25–$50/day.
Estimated CO2 emission: 17.7 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-13.
Driving Electric?
About $5 in charging · 0 stops · 67% less CO2
| Vehicle Type | kWh | Stops | DC Fast | Home Charge |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Average EV | 15.1 | 0 | $5.30 | $2.42 |
| Efficient EV | 12.6 | 0 | $4.42 | $2.02 |
| EV Truck/SUV | 20.2 | 0 | $7.07 | $3.23 |
Gas CO2
18 kg
EV CO2
6 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
Bossier City, LA
Afternoon in Bossier City on Tuesday
Local time
2:43 PM
CDT
Current temp
66°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
63°F
Garland, TX
25 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
1 degrees warmer at arrival
A meaningful temperature swing is a good cue to rethink layers, water, and how soon you want to arrive.
Road read
1h 4m 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 Homer, LA to Bossier City, LA covers 50.5 miles and takes about 1h 4m without stops. Add 15-30 minutes for a fuel or rest stop on longer drives.
The main roads are I 20, US 79, 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 25.3 miles from Homer, LA. Look for rest areas, gas stations, or food options near the halfway mark.
At current regular gas prices, expect to spend about $7.63 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 Homer, LA to Bossier City, LA is easy. At 1h 4m with 93% highway, most drivers will find it relaxed and low-stress.
The main spots that need attention: at 3 miles (US 79): Roundabout - know your exit number before entering; at 50.1 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early; at 50.3 miles (Traffic Street): Navigation decision point.
The route from Homer, LA to Bossier City, LA does not surface many named destination signs beyond the main corridor.
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