How far is Sulphur, LA from Bogalusa, LA?
The driving distance from Sulphur, LA to Bogalusa, LA is about 231 miles (371.8 km), with a travel time of about 04h 34m by car.
- The straight-line flight distance is about 213.5 miles (343.6 km).
- For a round trip, plan for roughly 09h 08m 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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This drive is better planned with a longer stop or an overnight stay.
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Leave and Arrive Planner
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Drive time stays fixed at 04h 34m.
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Halfway Point
A useful midpoint for breaks, coffee, or meeting in the middle.
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Route Weather Snapshot
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Chance Showers And Thunderstorms
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Driving Route Map
The map below follows the saved road route between Sulphur and Bogalusa.
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Sulphur and Bogalusa.
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Start on East Napoleon Street
6 mi · 9 min · East Napoleon Street
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Take the ramp straight
18.6 mi · 22 min
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Continue straight
114 mi · 2 hr 7 min
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Take the exit slight left toward I 12 East: Hammond
1.3 km · 2 min
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Continue on West Florida Republic Parkway
58.4 mi · 1 hr 3 min · West Florida Republic Parkway
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Take the exit slight right toward LA 21: Covington, Madisonville
1869 ft · 48 sec
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Turn left onto Highway 21
1.2 mi · 2 min · Highway 21
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Turn straight onto South Tyler Street
2 mi · 4 min · South Tyler Street
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Turn right onto West 21st Avenue
2194 ft · 45 sec · West 21st Avenue
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Keep slight right
27 m · 2 sec
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Turn slight right onto East 21st Avenue
113 m · 8 sec · East 21st Avenue
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Continue on East Boston Street
1.3 km · 2 min · East Boston Street
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Continue on Military Road
4 mi · 6 min · Military Road
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Continue on Highway 21
11.4 mi · 17 min · Highway 21
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At the end of the road, turn left onto Highway 21
12.2 mi · 18 min · Highway 21
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Continue on North Columbia Street
1.3 km · 1 min · North Columbia Street
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Arrive at your destination
0 m · 1 sec · North Columbia Street
Car Route Details
A richer read on the saved driving route between Sulphur and Bogalusa.
Straightforward drive
The saved road route has a manageable number of maneuvers and should be easy to follow with normal attention to signs.
East Napoleon Street
Continue straight
114 mi · 02h 07m
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.
Chance Showers And Thunderstorms leaving Sulphur and Mostly Cloudy near Bogalusa.
Trip Questions
Direct answers travelers usually want before committing to the drive.
How long does it take to drive from Sulphur to Bogalusa?
The road trip is about 231 miles (371.8 km) and usually takes 04h 34m 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?
Grosse Tete is a useful midpoint, sitting about 115.4 miles from Sulphur and 115.7 miles from Bogalusa.
How much longer is the road route than the straight-line distance?
The direct path is about 213.5 miles (343.6 km), while the road route adds roughly 17.5 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 7:52 AM CDT.
How much will gas cost for this route?
Using about 28.3 MPG, regular gas is estimated at $30.86 one way or $61.73 round trip. Estimated CO2 is about 72.4 kg one way.
What should you check before leaving?
Before you leave, expect Chance Showers And Thunderstorms around Sulphur and Mostly Cloudy near Bogalusa.
Stop Ideas Near Grosse Tete
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 Grosse Tete.
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Flight Path Map
This map shows the direct air route between Sulphur and Bogalusa. Straight-line distance: 213.5 mi (343.59 km).
#1 Sulphur
Suburb city of Lake Charles, located in Calcasieu Parish, Louisiana, United States
| Population | 20,120 |
| Coordinates | 30.2365900, -93.3773800 |
| Altitude | 5 |
| Country | United States |
#2 Bogalusa
City in Louisiana, United States
| Population | 11,412 |
| Coordinates | 30.7910200, -89.8486900 |
| Altitude | 29 |
| Country | United States |
End: Bogalusa (-89.84869, 30.79102)
Estimated Travel Time
Distance: 372 km by road
| Speed | Time |
|---|---|
| 30 mph (48.3 km/h) | 07h 41m |
| 40 mph (64.37 km/h) | 05h 46m |
| 50 mph (80.47 km/h) | 04h 37m |
| 60 mph (96.56 km/h) | 03h 51m |
| 70 mph (112.65 km/h) | 03h 18m |
| 80 mph (129 km/h) | 02h 52m |
Fuel, Round Trip and CO2
Estimated fuel cost and emissions for this route.
| Fuel | $/gal | One way | Round trip |
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| Regular gas | $3.79 | $30.86 | $61.73 |
| Mid-grade | $4.26 | $34.71 | $69.42 |
| Premium | $4.63 | $37.69 | $75.39 |
| Diesel | $5.42 | $44.13 | $88.26 |
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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