Origin
Mandeville, LA
Afternoon in Mandeville on Sunday
Local time
1:38 PM
CDT
Current temp
67°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
Trip from Mandeville, LA to Shreveport, LA
Drive Time
4h 56m
Distance
319.8 mi
515 km
Drive Score
8/10
Great drive
Same Day?
Yes, doable
Fuel Cost
$49
one way
Photo: Eddie O.
Trip Overview
If you are planning to travel from Mandeville to Shreveport, prepare for a 319.8-mile journey that takes approximately 4 hours and 56 minutes. This route stays entirely within Louisiana, transitioning from the Southeast region toward the northwest. Because the duration is just under five hours, it functions perfectly as a single-day trip if you are comfortable with a steady pace. You should budget about $43 for fuel to cover the distance. While you could split this into two days, the drive is manageable for most drivers in one go, provided you plan for at least one stop to break up the time behind the wheel.
Trip Pace
Same-day drive is realistic
A same-day return is possible, but it will make for a full day on the road.
Break Rhythm
1 planned break
Plan on a short reset every 3 to 4 hours to stay fresh behind the wheel.
Midpoint
159.9 miles from Mandeville, LA
A natural place for your longest stop of the day , about 2h 28m into the drive .
Drive Character
Expect a unique experience on this trip, as it is a turn-heavy local drive rather than a standard interstate cruise. You will navigate via Girod Street, Florida Street, and Highway 190, with a highway share of 0%. Because you are avoiding major interstates, there is no single long, monotonous stretch; in fact, the longest uninterrupted segment is 0 miles on Girod Street. Staying alert is essential, as the constant turns and local road transitions require your full attention compared to a typical highway commute. You will find that the road demands more active engagement as you navigate through the local infrastructure.
This route has more turning and local-road decision points than a simple highway run.
There are about 22 navigation steps in the underlying route data, so the final approach matters more than the middle miles.
Girod Street is one of the defining roads on this drive.
How Hard Is This Drive?
Expect a hands-on drive with frequent turns and local roads rather than long highway stretches. There are only a few real navigation decisions along the way.
Route Complexity
3/10
Easy - simple navigation with a manageable amount of wheel time
This is a straightforward 4h 56m drive. You will face about 0 decision points, but nothing that requires special attention if you follow navigation.
Where does it get tricky?
This route does not have any notably tricky sections. Most of the drive from Mandeville, LA to Shreveport, LA is straightforward, with well-signed roads and simple exits.
Main Roads
| Road | Distance | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| Girod Street | Unavailable | Refreshing |
| Florida Street | Unavailable | Refreshing |
| Highway 190 | Unavailable | Refreshing |
| US 190 | Unavailable | Refreshing |
| I 12 | Unavailable | Refreshing |
| I 12 West | Unavailable | Refreshing |
| West Florida Republic Parkway | Unavailable | Refreshing |
| LA 415 | Unavailable | Refreshing |
Per-road distance and duration are being refreshed from OSRM for this route.
Longest stretch:
Girod Street
— detailed segment metrics are refreshing.
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Mandeville, LA and Shreveport, LA.
1
Start on Monroe Street
161 ft
·
10 sec
·
Monroe Street
2
Turn left onto Girod Street
0.4 mi
·
1 min
·
Girod Street
3
Turn left onto Florida Street
1.0 mi
·
1 min
·
Florida Street
4
Continue on Highway 190
1.8 mi
·
2 min
·
Highway 190
5
Take the ramp slight right toward US 190: North Causeway Boulevard
2.0 mi
·
2 min
·
US 190: North Causeway Boulevard
6
Take the exit slight right toward I 12: Hammond, Slidell
0.2 mi
·
32 sec
·
I 12: Hammond, Slidell
7
Keep slight left to continue on I 12 West: Hammond
0.9 mi
·
1 min
·
I 12 West: Hammond
8
Merge slight left onto West Florida Republic Parkway
63 mi
·
1 hr 8 min
·
West Florida Republic Parkway
9
Merge slight right
3.6 mi
·
4 min
10
Keep slight left
3.9 mi
·
4 min
11
Take the exit slight right toward LA 415: Lobdell
0.3 mi
·
45 sec
·
LA 415: Lobdell
12
Keep slight right to continue on LA 415: Lobdell
318 ft
·
8 sec
·
LA 415: Lobdell
13
Merge slight left onto North Lobdell Highway
3.6 mi
·
4 min
·
North Lobdell Highway
14
Merge slight left onto State Route 1
49 mi
·
1 hr 2 min
·
State Route 1
15
Take the exit slight right toward I 49 North, US 167 North: Alexandria
0.3 mi
·
36 sec
·
I 49 North, US 167 North: Alexandria
16
Merge slight left onto Charles I. "Doc" Hudson Highway
186 mi
·
3 hr 10 min
·
Charles I. "Doc" Hudson Highway
17
Keep slight left to continue on Pete Harris Drive, Murphy Street
0.8 mi
·
1 min
·
Pete Harris Drive, Murphy Street
18
Continue on Pete Harris Drive
0.8 mi
·
1 min
·
Pete Harris Drive
19
Turn right onto Caddo Street
0.9 mi
·
2 min
·
Caddo Street
20
At the end of the road, turn left onto Clyde Fant Memorial Parkway
0.5 mi
·
56 sec
·
Clyde Fant Memorial Parkway
21
Turn slight right onto River Parkway
69 ft
·
2 sec
·
River Parkway
22
Arrive at your destination
Trip Plan
To make the most of this drive, aim to head out early to avoid potential local traffic congestion on smaller streets. Since this route lacks the convenience of high-speed interstates, use your one recommended stop to refuel and stretch your legs, ensuring you stay refreshed for the technical sections ahead. Being flexible with your departure time is a major advantage for this trip, as it allows you to bypass the busiest periods on local roads. Keep in mind that because you are relying on local streets like Girod and Florida, your pace will be determined by local conditions rather than speed limits. Always double-check your navigation before leaving, as the turn-heavy nature of the route makes it easy to miss a turn if you aren't watching your GPS closely.
Morning Departure
An early start around 7-8 AM gets you there with plenty of daylight left.
Evening Departure
A late afternoon start means arriving after dark. Morning is better.
You can normally do this drive in one day.
Plan roughly 1 meaningful break for fuel, food, and rest.
The halfway point lands around 159.9 miles from Mandeville, LA, or about 2h 28m into the drive.
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 14m in
Use this first pause for coffee, a restroom break, and a quick traffic check ahead.
Halfway reset
Around 159.9 miles or 2h 28m in
This is the best place for your longest stop, a real meal, and a full fuel check.
Final approach
Final hour starts around 4h 3m
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 Mandeville, LA so your first major turns are already loaded.
+
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 Mandeville, LA
This is one driving day of about 319.8 miles and 4h 56m.
Your first comfortable stop window is around 80 miles from Mandeville, LA.
This route can stay practical as a one-day drive if traffic stays reasonable.
Plan about 1 real break rather than only quick fuel stops.
Where to Stop
Rest stops, refuel points, and overnight suggestions along this route.
Halfway Point
Midpoint
About 159.9 mi from Mandeville, LA · 2h 28m into the drive
Mid-route town
Meal stop
160 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 159.9 miles from Mandeville, LA, which is a good place for a longer meal and fuel stop.
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
$48.89 one way
$97.78 round trip
$3.88/gal
25.4 MPG avg
112 kg CO2
| Fuel Type | $/gal | One Way | Round Trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| midgrade | $4.26 | $53.62 | $107.25 |
| premium | $4.61 | $58.04 | $116.08 |
| diesel | $5.64 | $71.05 | $142.10 |
No toll roads detected on this route.
Estimated Trip Cost (one way, 1 person)
Fuel
$49
Meals
$25–$50
Total
$74–$99
Rough estimate based on US averages. Hotel $80–$140/night, meals $25–$50/day.
Estimated CO2 emission: 111.9 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-06.
Driving Electric?
About $34 in charging · 1 stop · 67% less CO2
| Vehicle Type | kWh | Stops | DC Fast | Home Charge |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Average EV | 95.9 | 1 | $33.58 | $15.35 |
| Efficient EV | 80 | 0 | $27.98 | $12.79 |
| EV Truck/SUV | 127.9 | 1 | $44.77 | $20.47 |
Gas CO2
112 kg
EV CO2
37 kg (67% less)
Plan for 1 charging stop. A 30-minute DC fast charge mid-route should be enough to complete the trip comfortably.
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
Afternoon in Shreveport on Sunday
Local time
1:38 PM
CDT
Current temp
67°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
Along the Route
66°F
Jasper, TX
160 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
Very similar conditions
Both ends of the route are sitting at about the same temperature right now.
Road read
4h 56m on the road
An early start around 7-8 AM gets you there with plenty of daylight left.
Weather data from the National Weather Service. Conditions may change; check closer to your travel date.
Frequently Asked Questions
The drive from Mandeville, LA to Shreveport, LA covers 319.8 miles and takes about 4h 56m without stops. Add 15-30 minutes for a fuel or rest stop on longer drives.
The main roads are Girod Street, Florida Street, Highway 190. Expect a mix of highway and local road driving.
This is a comfortable same-day trip.
The midpoint is about 159.9 miles from Mandeville, LA. Look for rest areas, gas stations, or food options near the halfway mark.
At current regular gas prices, expect to spend about $48.89 one way. This estimate uses 25.4 MPG — your actual cost will vary with your vehicle's fuel efficiency and current gas prices.
An early start around 7-8 AM gets you there with plenty of daylight left. A late afternoon start means arriving after dark. Morning is better.
Plan about 1 meaningful break for fuel, food, or rest. Plan on a short reset every 3 to 4 hours to stay fresh behind the wheel.
This is a straightforward 4h 56m drive. You will face about 0 decision points, but nothing that requires special attention if you follow navigation.
This route does not have any notably tricky sections. Most of the drive from Mandeville, LA to Shreveport, LA is straightforward, with well-signed roads and simple exits.
The route from Mandeville, LA to Shreveport, LA does not surface many named destination signs beyond the main corridor.
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