How far is Alexandria, LA from Bossier City, LA?
Fastest route
Here are some tips and suggestions for your journey from Alexandria, Louisiana to Bossier City, Louisiana, covering a distance of approximately 124 miles (199.6 kilometers) via I-49 N. The estimated travel time is 1 hour and 43 minutes.
Directions
- 🚗 Head southeast toward Murray St.
- 🛣️ Turn right onto Murray St.
- 🚧 Use the left lane to merge onto I-49 N via the ramp to Shreveport.
- 🚙 Follow I-49 N to Barksdale Blvd in Bossier City.
- 🛣️ Take exit 19B from I-20 E toward Monroe.
- 🚧 Use the right 2 lanes to take exit 206 to merge onto I-20 E.
- 🚗 Take exit 19B toward Traffic St and continue onto Barksdale Blvd to Monroe St in Bossier City, Louisiana.
Tips & Suggestions
- 🛣️ Check real-time traffic conditions on I-49 N and I-20 E before starting your journey to choose the fastest route.
- ⛽ Ensure your vehicle has enough fuel for the trip, especially if there are limited gas stations along the way.
- 🚗 Take some snacks and water for a comfortable and enjoyable ride.
- 🚧 Be prepared for possible road constructions or detours and follow any traffic signs and directions.
- 🚙 Consider using a GPS navigation system or a map app to stay on track and avoid getting lost.
- 🕒 Plan your journey in advance, taking into account any potential rest stops or breaks you might need.
- 📱 Keep your phone charged and have emergency contacts handy in case you need assistance during the trip.
Reverse, save, or send this route
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This route works well as a day trip with time at the destination.
Flight Distance
Driving Distance
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Leave and Arrive Planner
Pick a departure time to see your estimated arrival and same-day return window.
Drive time stays fixed at 01h 45m.
A morning start gives you useful time at the destination and keeps the return out of the late evening.
You are leaving earlier than the recommended window, which gives you extra margin for breaks and traffic.
Halfway Point
A useful midpoint for breaks, coffee, or meeting in the middle.
Village in Natchitoches Parish, Louisiana, United States
Route Weather Snapshot
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Patchy Fog
Chance Showers And Thunderstorms
Driving Route Map
The map below follows the saved road route between Alexandria and Bossier City.
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Alexandria and Bossier City.
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Start on Murray Street
1757 ft · 1 min · Murray Street
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Turn right onto 10th Street
1332 ft · 31 sec · 10th Street
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Take the ramp straight
1620 ft · 40 sec
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Merge slight left onto Martin Luther King, Jr Highway
120.5 mi · 2 hr 3 min · Martin Luther King, Jr Highway
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Keep slight right to continue on I 20: Dallas, Monroe
1169 ft · 29 sec
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Keep slight right to continue on I 20 East: Monroe
3011 ft · 1 min
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Merge slight left onto Purple Heart Recipients Highway
1.5 mi · 2 min · Purple Heart Recipients Highway
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Take the exit slight right toward Traffic Street
2557 ft · 1 min
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Continue on Barksdale Boulevard
897 ft · 36 sec · Barksdale Boulevard
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Turn left onto Monroe Street
24 m · 3 sec · Monroe Street
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Arrive at your destination
0 m · 1 sec · Monroe Street
Car Route Details
A richer read on the saved driving route between Alexandria and Bossier City.
Highway-focused drive
Most of the mileage stays on named highways, so the important moments are ramps, exits, merges, and the final local approach.
Martin Luther King, Jr Highway
Merge slight left onto Martin Luther King, Jr Highway
120 mi · 02h 03m
Route Summary
A quick read on whether this route feels easy, ambitious, or worth planning around.
A comfortable day-trip route
This route works well as a day trip. You can leave in the morning, spend meaningful time at the destination, and still return the same day.
Patchy Fog leaving Alexandria and Chance Showers And Thunderstorms near Bossier City.
Trip Questions
Direct answers travelers usually want before committing to the drive.
How long does it take to drive from Alexandria to Bossier City?
The road trip is about 124.5 miles (200.4 km) and usually takes 01h 45m in normal driving conditions.
Is this a same-day trip or an overnight route?
This route works well as a day trip. You can leave in the morning, spend meaningful time at the destination, and still return the same day.
What is the halfway point on this route?
Powhatan is a useful midpoint, sitting about 62.2 miles from Alexandria and 62.3 miles from Bossier City.
How much longer is the road route than the straight-line distance?
The direct path is about 112.3 miles (180.8 km), while the road route adds roughly 12.2 extra miles because roads do not follow the straight air line.
When is the best time to leave for this route?
A good departure window is usually 8:00 AM to 10:00 AM CDT. If you want a more comfortable same-day return, try to leave by 2:58 PM CDT.
How much will gas cost for this route?
Using about 28.3 MPG, regular gas is estimated at $16.62 one way or $33.25 round trip. Estimated CO2 is about 39 kg one way.
What should you check before leaving?
Before you leave, expect Patchy Fog around Alexandria and Chance Showers And Thunderstorms near Bossier City.
Stop Ideas Near Powhatan
Useful break, food, and waypoint ideas within about 15 miles of the route midpoint.
Transit and Meeting Points
Useful pickup, handoff, or rendezvous points close to Powhatan.
Shreveport, Louisiana
Shreveport, LA
Flight Path Map
This map shows the direct air route between Alexandria and Bossier City. Straight-line distance: 112.36 mi (180.83 km).
#1 Alexandria
The capital of Louisiana.
| Population | 45,573 |
| Coordinates | 31.3112900, -92.4451400 |
| Altitude | 23 |
| Country | United States |
#2 Bossier City
The most populous city in Bossier Parish, Louisiana.
| Population | 68,159 |
| Coordinates | 32.5159900, -93.7321200 |
| Altitude | 53 |
| Country | United States |
End: Monroe Street (-93.732225, 32.51599)
Estimated Travel Time
Distance: 200 km by road
| Speed | Time |
|---|---|
| 30 mph (48.3 km/h) | 04h 08m |
| 40 mph (64.37 km/h) | 03h 06m |
| 50 mph (80.47 km/h) | 02h 29m |
| 60 mph (96.56 km/h) | 02h 04m |
| 70 mph (112.65 km/h) | 01h 46m |
| 80 mph (129 km/h) | 01h 33m |
Fuel, Round Trip and CO2
Estimated fuel cost and emissions for this route.
| Fuel | $/gal | One way | Round trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| Regular gas | $3.79 | $16.62 | $33.25 |
| Mid-grade | $4.26 | $18.70 | $37.39 |
| Premium | $4.63 | $20.30 | $40.61 |
| Diesel | $5.42 | $23.77 | $47.54 |
Assumes 8.3 L/100 km (about 28.3 MPG). CO2 is an estimate and varies by vehicle, fuel blend, traffic, and terrain.
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