How far is Monticello, LA from Bossier City, LA?
The driving distance from Monticello, LA to Bossier City, LA is about 254.1 miles (409 km), with a travel time of about 03h 53m by car.
- The straight-line flight distance is about 211.2 miles (339.9 km).
- For a round trip, plan for roughly 07h 46m 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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The capital of Louisiana.
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Driving Route Map
The map below follows the saved road route between Monticello and Bossier City.
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Monticello and Bossier City.
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Start on Salem Drive
529 ft · 28 sec · Salem Drive
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Turn left onto Sunderland Avenue
104 m · 19 sec · Sunderland Avenue
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Turn right onto Monticello Boulevard
2394 ft · 1 min · Monticello Boulevard
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At the end of the road, turn left onto Greenwell Springs Road
3.8 mi · 7 min · Greenwell Springs Road
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Take the ramp right
1237 ft · 35 sec
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Merge slight left onto Airline Highway
9 mi · 14 min · Airline Highway
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Continue straight
50.2 mi · 1 hr 4 min
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Take the exit slight right toward I 49 North, US 167 North: Alexandria
1494 ft · 36 sec
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Merge slight left onto Charles I. "Doc" Hudson Highway
186.3 mi · 3 hr 10 min · Charles I. "Doc" Hudson 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 Monticello 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.
Charles I. "Doc" Hudson Highway
Merge slight left onto Charles I. "Doc" Hudson Highway
186 mi · 03h 10m
Route Summary
A quick read on whether this route feels easy, ambitious, or worth planning around.
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.
Sunny leaving Monticello and Sunny near Bossier City.
Trip Questions
Direct answers travelers usually want before committing to the drive.
How long does it take to drive from Monticello to Bossier City?
The road trip is about 254.1 miles (409 km) and usually takes 03h 53m 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?
Alexandria is a useful midpoint, sitting about 126.7 miles from Monticello and 127.4 miles from Bossier City.
How much longer is the road route than the straight-line distance?
The direct path is about 211.2 miles (339.9 km), while the road route adds roughly 42.9 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 9:14 AM CDT.
How much will gas cost for this route?
Using about 28.3 MPG, regular gas is estimated at $35.09 one way or $70.18 round trip. Estimated CO2 is about 79.7 kg one way.
What should you check before leaving?
Before you leave, expect Sunny around Monticello and Sunny near Bossier City.
Flight Path Map
This map shows the direct air route between Monticello and Bossier City. Straight-line distance: 211.17 mi (339.85 km).
#1 Monticello
Monticello is a place in Louisiana, United States.
| Population | 0 |
| Coordinates | 30.4890800, -91.0487200 |
| Altitude | 15 |
| 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: 409 km by road
| Speed | Time |
|---|---|
| 30 mph (48.3 km/h) | 08h 28m |
| 40 mph (64.37 km/h) | 06h 21m |
| 50 mph (80.47 km/h) | 05h 04m |
| 60 mph (96.56 km/h) | 04h 14m |
| 70 mph (112.65 km/h) | 03h 37m |
| 80 mph (129 km/h) | 03h 10m |
Fuel, Round Trip and CO2
Estimated fuel cost and emissions for this route.
| Fuel | $/gal | One way | Round trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| Regular gas | $3.91 | $35.09 | $70.18 |
| Mid-grade | $4.38 | $39.25 | $78.51 |
| Premium | $4.78 | $42.89 | $85.77 |
| Diesel | $5.82 | $52.23 | $104.46 |
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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