How far is Palmetto, LA from Curtis, LA?
The driving distance from Palmetto, LA to Curtis, LA is about 7.3 miles (11.7 km), with a travel time of about 00h 10m by car.
- The straight-line flight distance is about 5.7 miles (9.2 km).
- For a round trip, plan for roughly 00h 21m of driving time before adding stops, traffic, or weather delays.
- A comfortable departure window is usually 7:00 AM to 7:00 PM CDT.
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Drive time stays fixed at 00h 10m.
This is a short drive, so your comfort window is wide. Traffic and current weather matter more than the clock.
This departure sits inside the recommended comfort window for the route.
Halfway Point
A useful midpoint for breaks, coffee, or meeting in the middle.
The most populous city in Bossier Parish, Louisiana.
Route Weather Snapshot
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Partly Sunny
Driving Route Map
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Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Palmetto and Curtis.
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Start on Highway 527
2.5 mi · 3 min · Highway 527
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Turn right onto Barksdale Boulevard
4.6 mi · 7 min · Barksdale Boulevard
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Turn right onto Sligo Road
890 ft · 14 sec · Sligo Road
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Arrive at your destination
0 m · 1 sec · Sligo Road
Car Route Details
A richer read on the saved driving route between Palmetto and Curtis.
Turn-heavy local drive
The route has frequent decision points for its length, so lane choice and turn timing will matter more than cruising speed.
Barksdale Boulevard
Turn right onto Barksdale Boulevard
4.59 mi · 00h 07m
Route Summary
A quick read on whether this route feels easy, ambitious, or worth planning around.
A short regional drive
This route is short enough to handle as a quick errand, commute, or easy same-day return without much planning overhead.
Partly Sunny leaving Palmetto and Partly Sunny near Curtis.
Trip Questions
Direct answers travelers usually want before committing to the drive.
How long does it take to drive from Palmetto to Curtis?
The road trip is about 7.3 miles (11.7 km) and usually takes 00h 10m in normal driving conditions.
Is this a same-day trip or an overnight route?
This route is short enough to handle as a quick errand, commute, or easy same-day return without much planning overhead.
What is the halfway point on this route?
Bossier City is a useful midpoint, sitting about 3.6 miles from Palmetto and 3.6 miles from Curtis.
How much longer is the road route than the straight-line distance?
The direct path is about 5.7 miles (9.2 km), while the road route adds roughly 1.6 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 7:00 AM to 7:00 PM CDT. If you want a more comfortable same-day return, try to leave by 8:08 PM CDT.
How much will gas cost for this route?
Using about 28.3 MPG, regular gas is estimated at $0.98 one way or $1.97 round trip. Estimated CO2 is about 2.3 kg one way.
What should you check before leaving?
Before you leave, expect Partly Sunny around Palmetto and Partly Sunny near Curtis.
Stop Ideas Near Bossier City
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 Bossier City.
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Flight Path Map
This map shows the direct air route between Palmetto and Curtis. Straight-line distance: 5.74 mi (9.23 km).
#1 Palmetto
Village in St.
| Population | 156 |
| Coordinates | 32.3971000, -93.5576800 |
| Altitude | 43 |
| Country | United States |
#2 Curtis
Curtis is a place in Louisiana, United States.
| Population | 0 |
| Coordinates | 32.4393200, -93.6424000 |
| Altitude | 48 |
| Country | United States |
End: Curtis (-93.6424, 32.43932)
Estimated Travel Time
Distance: 12 km by road
| Speed | Time |
|---|---|
| 30 mph (48.3 km/h) | 00h 14m |
| 40 mph (64.37 km/h) | 00h 10m |
| 50 mph (80.47 km/h) | 00h 08m |
| 60 mph (96.56 km/h) | 00h 07m |
| 70 mph (112.65 km/h) | 00h 06m |
| 80 mph (129 km/h) | 00h 05m |
Fuel, Round Trip and CO2
Estimated fuel cost and emissions for this route.
| Fuel | $/gal | One way | Round trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| Regular gas | $3.79 | $0.98 | $1.97 |
| Mid-grade | $4.26 | $1.11 | $2.21 |
| Premium | $4.63 | $1.20 | $2.41 |
| Diesel | $5.42 | $1.41 | $2.82 |
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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