Origin
Jonesboro, LA
Evening in Jonesboro on Sunday
Local time
6:42 PM
CDT
Current temp
65°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
Trip from Jonesboro, LA to Shreveport, LA
Drive Time
1h 45m
Distance
89.3 mi
144 km
Drive Score
8/10
Great drive
Same Day?
Yes, doable
Fuel Cost
$14
one way
EV Charging
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station data
Best Time to Leave
4 AM
1h 38m
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6 AM
1h 46m
8 AM
2h 1m
10 AM
1h 51m
12 PM
1h 50m
3 PM
1h 52m
5 PM
2h 1m
8 PM
1h 41m
Estimated drive times based on typical traffic patterns. Actual times may vary with weather, construction, and real-time conditions.
Shreveport, LA
Eddie O.
Trip Overview
Connecting Jonesboro to Shreveport, this 78.8-mile journey is a straightforward trek across Louisiana that typically takes about 1 hour and 25 minutes. Because of the relatively short distance, this trip is perfectly manageable as a single-day excursion, meaning you won't need to worry about booking an overnight stay. You can expect to spend approximately $11 on fuel for the one-way transit. Navigating through the Southeast region, you will primarily utilize Pershing Highway, Quitman Highway, and West California Avenue. It is a practical, no-nonsense route that serves as a direct link between these two communities.
Trip Pace
Same-day drive is realistic
A same-day return is realistic if you keep stops short.
Break Rhythm
0 planned breaks
A short stop every 2 to 3 hours is enough for this drive.
Midpoint
44.7 miles from Jonesboro, LA
A natural place for your longest stop of the day , about 55m into the drive .
Drive Character
Expect a turn-heavy local drive rather than a monotonous interstate cruise on this journey. Because the highway share is 0%, you will stay off high-speed freeways for the duration of the trip. Behind the wheel, this means you should prepare for a more engaged, hands-on driving experience as you navigate local roads. With the longest uninterrupted stretch on Pershing Highway sitting at 0 miles, the path requires constant attention to turns and transitions. The personality of this drive is defined by its local character, keeping you focused on the road ahead as you transition between towns.
Most of the miles stay on highways, which makes pacing and fuel planning easier than turn-by-turn city driving.
There are about 16 navigation steps in the underlying route data, so the final approach matters more than the middle miles.
I 20 is the longest continuous segment at about 63.7 miles.
How Hard Is This Drive?
This is a straightforward highway drive that stays mostly on I 20 and Quitman Highway. There are only a few real navigation decisions along the way. The trickiest moment comes around 21.2 miles in near US 80; LA 818 / West California Avenue.
Route Complexity
4/10
Easy - simple navigation with a manageable amount of wheel time
This is a straightforward 1h 45m drive. You will face about 10 decision points, but nothing that requires special attention if you follow navigation.
Where does it get tricky?
The main spots that need attention: at 21.2 miles (US 80; LA 818 / West California Avenue): Navigation decision point; at 87.9 miles (US 71): Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one; at 88 miles (US 71): Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one.
Critical Maneuvers
5 of 10 key pointsThese are the spots where you need to pay the most attention. Preview them before you drive.
5
21.2 mi into trip
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~27m in
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US 80; LA 818 / West California Avenue
At end of road, turn left onto US 80; LA 818 / West California Avenue
Navigation decision point
5
87.9 mi into trip
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~1h 42m in
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US 71
Take the exit onto US 71 toward US 71 North, LA 1: Market Street, Spring Street
Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one
Toward US 71 North, LA 1: Market Street, Spring...
7
88 mi into trip
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~1h 42m in
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US 71
Keep slight right at fork onto US 71 toward US 71 North, LA 1 North: Spring Street
Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one
Toward US 71 North, LA 1 North: Spring Street
5
88.3 mi into trip
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~1h 43m in
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Crockett Street
Turn right onto Crockett Street
Navigation decision point
5
88.4 mi into trip
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~1h 44m in
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Clyde Fant Memorial Parkway
At end of road, turn left onto Clyde Fant Memorial Parkway
Navigation decision point
Main Roads
| Road | Distance | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| I 20 | 63.7 mi | 1h 9m |
| Quitman Highway | 11.9 mi | 13m |
| LA 818 | 6.6 mi | 9m |
| Pershing Highway | 2.4 mi | 3m |
| South Barnett Springs Street | 2.1 mi | 3m |
| Clyde Fant Memorial Parkway | 0.8 mi | 1m |
| Tarbutton Road | 0.5 mi | 1m |
| Allen Avenue | 0.4 mi | <1m |
Longest stretch:
I 20
— 63.7 mi, about 1h 9m
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Jonesboro, LA and Shreveport, LA.
1
Start on Allen Avenue
0.4 mi
·
44 sec
·
Allen Avenue
2
Turn left onto US 167; LA 147
2.4 mi
·
3 min
·
Pershing Highway
3
Continue on US 167
12 mi
·
13 min
·
Quitman Highway
4
Turn left onto LA 818
2.1 mi
·
2 min
·
LA 818
5
Continue on LA 818
4.4 mi
·
6 min
·
LA 818
6
At end of road, turn left onto US 80; LA 818
0.1 mi
·
13 sec
·
West California Avenue
7
Turn right onto LA 818
2.1 mi
·
3 min
·
South Barnett Springs Street
8
Continue on PR 106
0.5 mi
·
1 min
·
Tarbutton Road
9
Turn left
0.4 mi
·
48 sec
10
Merge onto I 20
64 mi
·
1 hr 9 min
·
I 20
11
Take the exit onto US 71
0.1 mi
·
13 sec
·
US 71
Toward US 71 North, LA 1: Market Street, Spring Street
12
Keep slight right at fork onto US 71
0.3 mi
·
46 sec
·
US 71
Toward US 71 North, LA 1 North: Spring Street
13
Turn right onto Crockett Street
0.2 mi
·
30 sec
·
Crockett Street
14
At end of road, turn left onto Clyde Fant Memorial Parkway
0.8 mi
·
1 min
·
Clyde Fant Memorial Parkway
15
Turn slight right onto River Parkway
68 ft
·
1 sec
·
River Parkway
16
Arrive at destination
River Parkway
Trip Plan
Since this is a quick 1 hour and 25-minute drive, you have plenty of flexibility to plan your departure time based on your own schedule. There are no planned stops along the route, so ensure your fuel tank is ready for the roughly $11 expense before you head out. Given the turn-heavy nature of the local roads, staying alert is more important here than on a straight highway stretch. Take advantage of the short travel time by keeping your itinerary loose and enjoying the ease of a direct, non-interstate route. If you prefer a smoother pace, consider checking local traffic patterns on Pershing Highway before you depart to ensure a seamless commute.
Morning Departure
Leave by 9 AM and you'll arrive before lunch.
Evening Departure
Even a 4 PM departure gets you there before dark in summer.
You can normally do this drive in one day.
You may only need one short stretch break if traffic stays light.
The halfway point lands around 44.7 miles from Jonesboro, LA, or about 55m into the drive.
The longest continuous stretch on this route runs about 63.7 miles.
This is a comfortable same-day trip.
Departure
Before you leave
Start with fuel, water, and navigation already sorted so the first hour feels easy.
First stop
Around 80 miles or 1h 34m in
Use this first pause for coffee, a restroom break, and a quick traffic check ahead.
Halfway reset
Around 44.7 miles or 55m in
This is the best place for your longest stop, a real meal, and a full fuel check.
Final approach
Final hour starts around 1h 29m
Traffic, exits, and arrival timing usually matter more near Shreveport, LA than in the middle of the route.
Before You Leave
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Open the route before leaving Jonesboro, LA so your first major turns are already loaded.
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Leave with enough water and a charging cable within reach, not packed away.
+
Check your fuel range against the first long segment, especially if you are starting outside city service areas.
Day 1
Settle into the route from Jonesboro, LA
This is one driving day of about 89.3 miles and 1h 45m.
Your first comfortable stop window is around 80 miles from Jonesboro, LA.
This route can stay practical as a one-day drive if traffic stays reasonable.
You may only need one short stretch stop if conditions stay smooth.
The longest stretch is on I 20 for about 63.7 miles.
Where to Stop
Rest stops, refuel points, and overnight suggestions along this route.
Halfway Point
Midpoint
About 44.7 mi from Jonesboro, LA · 55m into the drive
Mid-route town
Meal stop
45 mi into the route
Best for: Lunch, fuel, and a longer reset
This sits close to the middle of the route, so it works well for the longest stop of the day.
Pacing Suggestions
Fuel and coffee
A short stop after about 80 miles helps settle the day before fatigue starts building.
Meal break
The midpoint is around 44.7 miles from Jonesboro, LA, which is a good place for a longer meal and fuel stop.
Before the longest stretch
Fuel checkTop up before I 20 if your tank is already low. That segment runs about 63.7 miles.
Arriving in Shreveport, LA
The final approach into Shreveport, LA usually feels slower than the middle of the drive, so avoid planning your tightest schedule at the very end.
Try to arrive with enough fuel left to skip an immediate station stop unless you already know the area around Shreveport, LA.
These stop ideas are pacing suggestions — the exact town or exit can change with traffic, hotel plans, and fuel range.
Fuel & Cost
Regular Gas
$13.65 one way
$27.30 round trip
$3.88/gal
25.4 MPG avg
31 kg CO2
| Fuel Type | $/gal | One Way | Round Trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| midgrade | $4.26 | $14.97 | $29.95 |
| premium | $4.61 | $16.21 | $32.42 |
| diesel | $5.64 | $19.84 | $39.68 |
No toll roads detected on this route.
Estimated Trip Cost (one way, 1 person)
Fuel
$14
Meals
$25–$50
Total
$39–$64
Rough estimate based on US averages. Hotel $80–$140/night, meals $25–$50/day.
Estimated CO2 emission: 31.2 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-06.
Driving Electric?
About $9 in charging · 0 stops · 68% less CO2
| Vehicle Type | kWh | Stops | DC Fast | Home Charge |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Average EV | 26.8 | 0 | $9.38 | $4.29 |
| Efficient EV | 22.3 | 0 | $7.81 | $3.57 |
| EV Truck/SUV | 35.7 | 0 | $12.50 | $5.72 |
Gas CO2
31 kg
EV CO2
10 kg (68% less)
This trip is well within single-charge range for most EVs. No charging stops needed if you start fully charged.
DC fast charging avg $0.35/kWh. Home charging avg $0.16/kWh. US grid CO2: 0.39 kg/kWh.
Travel Intel
Current conditions at both ends of the drive.
Destination
Shreveport, LA
Evening in Shreveport on Sunday
Local time
6:42 PM
CDT
Current temp
67°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
Along the Route
63°F
Garland, TX
45 mi in
Seasonal Notes
Summer travel usually means heavier construction, hotter rest stops, and busier weekend traffic around major cities.
Winter travel shortens daylight, so a route that looks manageable on paper can feel much longer after dark.
Holiday weekends tend to make both departure and arrival windows slower than the raw route time suggests.
Time zone
Same local time
Origin and destination are on the same clock, so arrival timing is easier to judge at a glance.
Temperature spread
2 degrees warmer at arrival
A meaningful temperature swing is a good cue to rethink layers, water, and how soon you want to arrive.
Road read
1h 45m on the road
Use the two city cards together: check the sky where you start, then compare it with the local time and temperature at arrival.
Weather data from the National Weather Service. Conditions may change; check closer to your travel date.
Frequently Asked Questions
The drive from Jonesboro, LA to Shreveport, LA covers 89.3 miles and takes about 1h 45m without stops. Add 15-30 minutes for a fuel or rest stop on longer drives.
The main roads are I 20, Quitman Highway, LA 818. Most of the drive stays on highways, so watch for ramps and exits.
This is a comfortable same-day trip.
The midpoint is about 44.7 miles from Jonesboro, LA. Look for rest areas, gas stations, or food options near the halfway mark.
At current regular gas prices, expect to spend about $13.65 one way. This estimate uses 25.4 MPG — your actual cost will vary with your vehicle's fuel efficiency and current gas prices.
Leave by 9 AM and you'll arrive before lunch. Even a 4 PM departure gets you there before dark in summer.
This is a straightforward 1h 45m drive. You will face about 10 decision points, but nothing that requires special attention if you follow navigation.
The main spots that need attention: at 21.2 miles (US 80; LA 818 / West California Avenue): Navigation decision point; at 87.9 miles (US 71): Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one; at 88 miles (US 71): Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one.
The route from Jonesboro, LA to Shreveport, LA does not surface many named destination signs beyond the main corridor.
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