Bachelor Of Science In Nursing

I want the end result of my studies with a nurse. I'm reviewing two ways to get there. preferable route: two years of study for the LPN -> Job requires 1 year - Apply> to get my nursing degree three years of training. Another option: go to school for four consecutive years to get my degree in nursing. I wish I had the first option so I could work and save money and travel between the school, but I want to finish with a degree equivalent. Is the difference between the two terms only depends on who you ask?