Origin
Many, LA
Evening in Many on Wednesday
Local time
8:33 PM
CDT
Current temp
57°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
Trip from Many, LA to Shreveport, LA
Last recalculated Apr 16, 2026
Drive Time
1h 39m
Distance
86.2 mi
139 km
Drive Score
8/10
Great drive
Same Day?
Yes, doable
Fuel Cost
$13
one way
Best Time to Leave
4 AM
1h 32m
★
6 AM
1h 39m
8 AM
1h 54m
10 AM
1h 45m
12 PM
1h 43m
3 PM
1h 45m
5 PM
1h 54m
8 PM
1h 35m
Estimated drive times based on typical traffic patterns. Actual times may vary with weather, construction, and real-time conditions.
Many, LA
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Shreveport, LA
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Trip Overview
Traveling from Many to Shreveport is a straightforward 86.2-mile journey that typically takes about 1 hour and 39 minutes. Because the route is relatively short, you can easily complete it as a single-day trip without the need for an overnight stay. You should budget approximately $13 for fuel to cover the distance. The drive keeps you entirely within the Southeast region of Louisiana, transitioning from the quieter areas near Many toward the more urban environment of Shreveport. It is a practical, efficient path for travelers looking to move between these two points without unnecessary detours.
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
43.1 miles from Many, LA
A natural place for your longest stop of the day , about 51m into the drive .
Drive Character
This trip is heavily highway-focused, with roughly 79% of your time spent on major roads like I-49, Natchitoches Highway, and LA-485. You will experience a mix of regional roads that eventually feed into a significant, uninterrupted 56.9-mile stretch on I-49. Expect the personality of the road to shift from local highway driving to a more consistent, high-speed interstate pace as you progress north. The drive is designed for utility, offering a direct line that avoids the complexity of smaller, winding backroads.
Most of the miles stay on highways, which makes pacing and fuel planning easier than turn-by-turn city driving.
There are about 15 navigation steps in the underlying route data, so the final approach matters more than the middle miles.
I 49 is the longest continuous segment at about 56.9 miles.
How Hard Is This Drive?
This is a straightforward highway drive that stays mostly on I 49 and Natchitoches Highway. There are only a few real navigation decisions along the way. The trickiest moment comes early in the drive near North Capitol Street.
Route Complexity
4/10
Easy - simple navigation with a manageable amount of wheel time
This is a straightforward 1h 39m drive. You will face about 9 decision points, but nothing that requires special attention if you follow navigation.
Where does it get tricky?
The main spots that need attention: near the start (North Capitol Street): Navigation decision point; near the start (LA 6 / San Antonio Avenue): Navigation decision point; at 0.3 miles (LA 6 / San Antonio Avenue): Navigation decision point.
Critical Maneuvers
5 of 9 key pointsThese are the spots where you need to pay the most attention. Preview them before you drive.
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North Capitol Street
Turn left onto North Capitol Street
Navigation decision point
5
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LA 6 / San Antonio Avenue
Turn left onto LA 6 / San Antonio Avenue
Navigation decision point
4
0.3 mi into trip
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~0m in
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LA 6 / San Antonio Avenue
At end of road, turn left onto LA 6 / San Antonio Avenue
Navigation decision point
4
25.9 mi into trip
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~32m in
Turn left
Navigation decision point
6
83.2 mi into trip
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~1h 32m in
Keep slight left at fork toward Pete Harris Drive, Murphy Street
Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one
Toward Pete Harris Drive, Murphy Street
Main Roads
| Road | Distance | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| I 49 | 56.9 mi | 59m |
| Natchitoches Highway | 14.1 mi | 16m |
| LA 485 | 10.4 mi | 14m |
| San Antonio Avenue | 1 mi | 1m |
| Caddo Street | 0.9 mi | 2m |
| Pete Harris Drive | 0.8 mi | 1m |
| Clyde Fant Memorial Parkway | 0.5 mi | <1m |
| State Route 485 | 0.3 mi | <1m |
Longest stretch:
I 49
— 56.9 mi, about 59m
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Many, LA and Shreveport, LA.
1
Start on Sabine Street
20 ft
·
6 sec
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Sabine Street
2
Turn left onto North Capitol Street
173 ft
·
12 sec
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North Capitol Street
3
Turn left onto LA 6
0.3 mi
·
22 sec
·
San Antonio Avenue
4
At end of road, turn left onto LA 6
0.8 mi
·
52 sec
·
San Antonio Avenue
5
Continue on LA 6
14 mi
·
16 min
·
Natchitoches Highway
6
Turn left onto LA 485
10 mi
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14 min
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LA 485
7
Continue on LA 485
0.3 mi
·
37 sec
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State Route 485
8
Turn left
0.4 mi
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54 sec
9
Merge onto I 49
57 mi
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59 min
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I 49
10
Keep slight left at fork
0.8 mi
·
1 min
Toward Pete Harris Drive, Murphy Street
11
Continue on Pete Harris Drive
0.8 mi
·
1 min
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Pete Harris Drive
12
Turn right onto LA 173
0.9 mi
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2 min
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Caddo Street
13
At end of road, turn left onto Clyde Fant Memorial Parkway
0.5 mi
·
56 sec
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Clyde Fant Memorial Parkway
14
Turn slight right onto River Parkway
68 ft
·
1 sec
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River Parkway
15
Arrive at destination
River Parkway
Trip Plan
Since this is a short, efficient drive, you have the flexibility to plan your departure time around your own schedule rather than worrying about mid-trip lodging. Because you will spend the majority of your time on highways, ensure your vehicle is fueled up before hitting the longer interstate segments to avoid unnecessary stops. Keep in mind that with zero planned stops in this data, you should handle any personal needs or refueling before merging onto the longer stretches of I-49. Aiming for an early or mid-day departure is a smart way to maintain steady progress and arrive in Shreveport well before sunset.
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 43.1 miles from Many, LA, or about 51m into the drive.
The longest continuous stretch on this route runs about 56.9 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 19 miles or 22m in
Use this first pause for coffee, a restroom break, and a quick traffic check ahead.
Halfway reset
Around 43.1 miles or 51m 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 22m
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 Many, LA so your first major turns are already loaded.
Day 1
Settle into the route from Many, LA
This is one driving day of about 86.2 miles and 1h 39m.
Your first comfortable stop window is around 19 miles from Many, LA.
This route can stay practical as a one-day drive if traffic stays reasonable.
The longest stretch is on I 49 for about 56.9 miles.
Where to Stop
Rest stops, refuel points, and overnight suggestions along this route.
Halfway Point
Midpoint
About 43.1 mi from Many, LA · 51m into the drive
Mid-route town
Meal stop
43 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 19 miles helps settle the day before fatigue starts building.
Meal break
The midpoint is around 43.1 miles from Many, 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.
These stop ideas are pacing suggestions — the exact town or exit can change with traffic, hotel plans, and fuel range.
Fuel & Cost
Regular Gas
$13.02 one way
$26.04 round trip
$3.84/gal
25.4 MPG avg
30 kg CO2
| Fuel Type | $/gal | One Way | Round Trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| midgrade | $4.21 | $14.29 | $28.58 |
| premium | $4.56 | $15.47 | $30.94 |
| diesel | $5.61 | $19.03 | $38.06 |
No toll roads detected on this route.
Estimated Trip Cost (one way, 1 person)
Fuel
$13
Meals
$25–$50
Total
$38–$63
Rough estimate based on US averages. Hotel $80–$140/night, meals $25–$50/day.
Estimated CO2 emission: 30.2 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-13.
Driving Electric?
About $9 in charging · 0 stops · 67% less CO2
| Vehicle Type | kWh | Stops | DC Fast | Home Charge |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Average EV | 25.9 | 0 | $9.05 | $4.14 |
| Efficient EV | 21.6 | 0 | $7.54 | $3.45 |
| EV Truck/SUV | 34.5 | 0 | $12.07 | $5.52 |
Gas CO2
30 kg
EV CO2
10 kg (67% 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 Wednesday
Local time
8:33 PM
CDT
Current temp
57°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
57°F
Zwolle, LA
43 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
1h 39m 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 Many, LA to Shreveport, LA covers 86.2 miles and takes about 1h 39m without stops. Add 15-30 minutes for a fuel or rest stop on longer drives.
The main roads are I 49, Natchitoches Highway, LA 485. Most of the drive stays on highways, so watch for ramps and exits.
This is a comfortable same-day trip.
The midpoint is about 43.1 miles from Many, LA. Look for rest areas, gas stations, or food options near the halfway mark.
At current regular gas prices, expect to spend about $13.02 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 39m drive. You will face about 9 decision points, but nothing that requires special attention if you follow navigation.
The main spots that need attention: near the start (North Capitol Street): Navigation decision point; near the start (LA 6 / San Antonio Avenue): Navigation decision point; at 0.3 miles (LA 6 / San Antonio Avenue): Navigation decision point.
The route from Many, LA to Shreveport, LA does not surface many named destination signs beyond the main corridor.
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