How far is Jeanerette, LA from Bossier City, LA?

The driving distance from Jeanerette, LA to Bossier City, LA is about 246.5 miles (396.7 km), with a travel time of about 03h 41m by car.

  • The straight-line flight distance is about 217.5 miles (350.1 km).
  • For a round trip, plan for roughly 07h 23m of driving time before adding stops, traffic, or weather delays.
  • A comfortable departure window is usually 6:00 AM to 8:00 AM CDT.
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Road
246.52 mi
03h 41m
Flight
217.56 mi
350.13 km direct

This drive is better planned with a longer stop or an overnight stay.

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Flight Distance

Direct air line
217.56 mi
Kilometers
350.13 km
Flight Time
00h 26m

Driving Distance

Road route
246.52 mi
Kilometers
396.73 km
Drive Time
03h 41m

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Drive time stays fixed at 03h 41m.

Arrival Snapshot
Arrive in Bossier City
Sat, Apr 11, 1:47 AM CDT
Return by in Jeanerette
Sat, Apr 11, 5:28 AM CDT
Useful when you're deciding between a quick errand, a day trip, or a longer stop.
Leave Jeanerette
2026-04-10T22:05
Arrive Bossier City
Sat, Apr 11, 1:47 AM CDT
Route Timing
03h 41m
One way by road
Best Departure Window
6:00 AM to 8:00 AM CDT
Leave early for more breathing room
Arrive between
9:42 AM to 11:42 AM CDT

An early departure helps you fit a real stop into the day without turning the return into a late-night drive.

Leave by
9:36 AM CDT
Keeps a same-day return open with about 04h 00m at the destination.
Back in Jeanerette
9:00 PM CDT
Early departure recommended

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.

Mid-route stop
Boyce
LA

Town in Rapides Parish, Louisiana, United States

From Jeanerette
108.8 mi
01h 50m
To Bossier City
137.8 mi
01h 50m

Route Weather Snapshot

Check the forecast at both ends before you head out.

Origin
82°F
Friday

Mostly Sunny then Chance Showers And Thunderstorms

Starts
Fri, Apr 10 6:00 AM CDT
Wind
5 to 10 mph E
Destination
84°F
Friday

Mostly Sunny

Starts
Fri, Apr 10 1:00 AM CDT
Wind
0 to 5 mph SE

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Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions

Step-by-step road directions between Jeanerette and Bossier City.

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Route Summary

A quick read on whether this route feels easy, ambitious, or worth planning around.

Trip Read

A longer out-and-back drive

This is still possible in one day, but it becomes a long driving day. Leaving early and planning your stop window matters more here.

Drive Time
03h 41m
Long day trip
Same-Day Return
07h 24m
Round-trip wheel time
Road vs Air
+29 mi
217.5 mi direct line
Halfway Stop
Boyce
01h 50m from Jeanerette
Leave By
9:36 AM CDT
Early departure recommended
Weather Watch

Mostly Sunny then Chance Showers And Thunderstorms leaving Jeanerette and Mostly Sunny near Bossier City.

Trip Questions

Direct answers travelers usually want before committing to the drive.

How long does it take to drive from Jeanerette to Bossier City?

The road trip is about 246.5 miles (396.7 km) and usually takes 03h 41m in normal driving conditions.

Is this a same-day trip or an overnight route?

This is still possible in one day, but it becomes a long driving day. Leaving early and planning your stop window matters more here.

What is the halfway point on this route?

Boyce is a useful midpoint, sitting about 108.8 miles from Jeanerette and 137.8 miles from Bossier City.

How much longer is the road route than the straight-line distance?

The direct path is about 217.5 miles (350.1 km), while the road route adds roughly 29 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 6:00 AM to 8:00 AM CDT. If you want a more comfortable same-day return, try to leave by 9:36 AM CDT.

How much will gas cost for this route?

Using about 28.3 MPG, regular gas is estimated at $32.95 one way or $65.89 round trip. Estimated CO2 is about 77.3 kg one way.

What should you check before leaving?

Before you leave, expect Mostly Sunny then Chance Showers And Thunderstorms around Jeanerette and Mostly Sunny near Bossier City.

Flight Path Map

This map shows the direct air route between Jeanerette and Bossier City. Straight-line distance: 217.56 mi (350.13 km).

Jeanerette

#1 Jeanerette

City in Louisiana, United States of America

Population5,169
Coordinates29.9110400, -91.6634500
Altitude5
CountryUnited States
Bossier City

#2 Bossier City

The most populous city in Bossier Parish, Louisiana.

Population68,159
Coordinates32.5159900, -93.7321200
Altitude53
CountryUnited States
Start: Canal Street (-91.663371, 29.91098)
End: Monroe Street (-93.732225, 32.51599)

Estimated Travel Time

Distance: 397 km by road

SpeedTime
30 mph (48.3 km/h)08h 12m
40 mph (64.37 km/h)06h 09m
50 mph (80.47 km/h)04h 55m
60 mph (96.56 km/h)04h 06m
70 mph (112.65 km/h)03h 31m
80 mph (129 km/h)03h 04m

Fuel, Round Trip and CO2

Estimated fuel cost and emissions for this route.

One-way fuel
8.7 gal
32.93 L · about $32.95
Round trip
$65.89
17.4 gal · 65.86 L
Estimated CO2
77.3 kg one way
Round trip: 154.6 kg / 341 lb CO2, using regular gasoline.
Fuel$/galOne wayRound trip
Regular gas $3.79 $32.95 $65.89
Mid-grade $4.26 $37.05 $74.11
Premium $4.63 $40.24 $80.48
Diesel $5.42 $47.11 $94.22

Assumes 8.3 L/100 km (about 28.3 MPG). CO2 is an estimate and varies by vehicle, fuel blend, traffic, and terrain.

Prices in Louisiana · Apr 11, 2026

There is no time difference between Jeanerette and Bossier City. The current time is 22:05:45.

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How did we calculate? Place names are translated into coordinates. The Haversine formula calculates straight-line distance; driving distance uses road network data.