Origin
Shreveport, LA
Afternoon in Shreveport on Sunday
Local time
2:34 PM
CDT
Current temp
67°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
Trip from Shreveport, LA to Baton Rouge, LA
Drive Time
4h 35m
Distance
248.6 mi
400 km
Drive Score
9/10
Great drive
Same Day?
Yes, doable
Fuel Cost
$38
one way
Shreveport, LA
Eddie O.
Trip Overview
Traveling from Shreveport to Baton Rouge spans 248.6 miles and typically takes about 4 hours and 35 minutes of drive time. Because this journey fits comfortably into a single day, you won't need to worry about booking an overnight stay unless you prefer a slower pace. Expect to spend roughly $38 on fuel for the trip, making it a reasonably priced excursion across Louisiana. You will primarily navigate via the Louisiana Korean War Veterans Memorial Highway, US 190, and the LA 415 Spur. Both cities sit within the Southeast region, so you will remain in a consistent climate and landscape throughout your transit. It is a straightforward route that serves as a practical connection between these two hubs.
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
124.3 miles from Shreveport, LA
A natural place for your longest stop of the day , about 2h 11m into the drive .
Drive Character
This drive features a distinct personality, characterized as a turn-heavy local route that demands your attention behind the wheel. Only 23% of the journey takes place on high-speed highways, meaning you will spend the majority of your time navigating local roads. You can expect a significant 186.4-mile stretch along the Louisiana Korean War Veterans Memorial Highway, which serves as the backbone of your trip. As you transition between these road types, the driving experience shifts from steady cruising to more technical maneuvers. Be prepared for a varied rhythm that keeps you engaged rather than lulled by a monotonous interstate grind.
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.
Louisiana Korean War Veterans Memorial Highway is the longest continuous segment at about 186.4 miles.
How Hard Is This Drive?
Expect a hands-on drive with frequent turns and local roads rather than long highway stretches. This route has several spots where lane changes, forks, or exits need your full attention. The trickiest moment comes around 3.5 miles in.
Route Complexity
7/10
Demanding - plan breaks and stay ahead of the key maneuvers
This is a demanding drive. With 15 significant decision points across 248.6 miles, you will need to stay alert — especially through interchange areas and urban stretches. Consider splitting it into segments if you are not comfortable with fast highway navigation.
Where does it get tricky?
The main spots that need attention: at 3.5 miles: Highway fork - watch signs carefully; at 190.6 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one; at 191.1 miles (US 190): Merge point - match speed before joining. Lane positioning matters here.
Critical Maneuvers
5 of 15 key pointsThese are the spots where you need to pay the most attention. Preview them before you drive.
5
3.5 mi into trip
|
~7m in
Keep slight left at fork toward I 49 South: Alexandria
Highway fork - watch signs carefully
Toward I 49 South: Alexandria
5
190.6 mi into trip
|
~3h 19m in
Take the exit toward US 190: Baton Rouge, Opelousas
Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one
Toward US 190: Baton Rouge, Opelousas
6
191.1 mi into trip
|
~3h 20m in
|
US 190
Merge onto US 190
Merge point - match speed before joining. Lane positioning matters here
Use the straight / right lanes.
7
247.5 mi into trip
|
~4h 33m in
Take the exit toward LA 30
Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
Exit 155A
Toward LA 30
6
247.9 mi into trip
|
~4h 33m in
Keep slight right at fork
Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here
Use the slight right lane.
Towns Along This Route
On the drive from Shreveport, LA to Baton Rouge, LA, road signs begin pointing toward Opelousas along the way.
Opelousas
190.6 mi in
|
~3h 19m
Main Roads
| Road | Distance | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| Louisiana Korean War Veterans Memorial Highway | 186.4 mi | 3h 10m |
| US 190 | 49.5 mi | 1h 3m |
| LA 415 Spur | 3.6 mi | 5m |
| I 10 | 3 mi | 3m |
| North Common Street | 1.4 mi | 2m |
| Allen Avenue | 0.8 mi | 1m |
| River Parkway | 0.5 mi | 1m |
| Nicholson Drive | 0.3 mi | <1m |
Longest stretch:
Louisiana Korean War Veterans Memorial Highway
— 186.4 mi, about 3h 10m
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Shreveport, LA and Baton Rouge, LA.
1
Start on River Parkway
0.5 mi
·
1 min
·
River Parkway
2
Turn left onto Jack Wells Boulevard
0.1 mi
·
31 sec
·
Jack Wells Boulevard
3
Turn left onto Airport Drive
0.3 mi
·
39 sec
·
Airport Drive
4
Turn right onto North Common Street
1.4 mi
·
2 min
·
North Common Street
5
Turn right onto LA 173
0.3 mi
·
36 sec
·
Caddo Street
6
Continue on LA 173
0.1 mi
·
23 sec
·
Ford Street
7
Turn left onto Allen Avenue
0.8 mi
·
1 min
·
Allen Avenue
8
Keep slight left at fork
0.7 mi
·
1 min
Toward I 49 South: Alexandria
9
Continue on I 49
186 mi
·
3 hr 10 min
·
Louisiana Korean War Veterans Memorial Highway
10
Take the exit
0.5 mi
·
1 min
Toward US 190: Baton Rouge, Opelousas
11
Keep slight left at fork
362 ft
·
9 sec
Toward US 190 East: Baton Rouge
12
Merge onto US 190
49 mi
·
1 hr 3 min
·
US 190
Use the straight / right lanes.
13
Keep slight right at fork onto LA 415 Spur
3.6 mi
·
5 min
·
LA 415 Spur
14
Turn left
0.3 mi
·
36 sec
Toward I 10 East: Baton Rouge
15
Merge onto I 10
3.0 mi
·
3 min
·
I 10
Use the none / straight / slight right lanes.
16
Take the exit
0.4 mi
·
48 sec
Exit 155A
Toward LA 30
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
17
Keep slight right at fork
399 ft
·
9 sec
Use the slight right lane.
18
Turn straight onto LA 3290-1
494 ft
·
18 sec
·
Oklahoma Street
19
Turn right onto LA 30
0.3 mi
·
34 sec
·
Nicholson Drive
20
Continue on Saint Louis Street
0.3 mi
·
45 sec
·
Saint Louis Street
Use the none lane.
21
Turn right onto Government Street
13 ft
·
0 sec
·
Government Street
22
Arrive at destination
Government Street
Trip Plan
Since the trip is manageable in one day, plan your departure early to make the most of your time in Baton Rouge. You only need to account for one planned stop to keep your schedule flexible and efficient. Keep a close watch on your fuel gauge, budgeting about $38 for the tank, and consider topping off before you hit the longer, 186.4-mile stretch of the Louisiana Korean War Veterans Memorial Highway. Because this route relies heavily on local roads, stay alert for changes in speed limits and turn requirements as you navigate the turn-heavy sections. By keeping your pace steady, you can easily complete this 248.6-mile drive without feeling rushed.
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 124.3 miles from Shreveport, LA, or about 2h 11m into the drive.
The longest continuous stretch on this route runs about 186.4 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 26m in
Use this first pause for coffee, a restroom break, and a quick traffic check ahead.
Halfway reset
Around 124.3 miles or 2h 11m in
This is the best place for your longest stop, a real meal, and a full fuel check.
Final approach
Final hour starts around 3h 36m
Traffic, exits, and arrival timing usually matter more near Baton Rouge, LA than in the middle of the route.
Before You Leave
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Open the route before leaving Shreveport, 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 Shreveport, LA
This is one driving day of about 248.6 miles and 4h 35m.
Your first comfortable stop window is around 80 miles from Shreveport, 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.
The longest stretch is on Louisiana Korean War Veterans Memorial Highway for about 186.4 miles.
Where to Stop
Rest stops, refuel points, and overnight suggestions along this route.
Halfway Point
Midpoint
About 124.3 mi from Shreveport, LA · 2h 11m into the drive
Mid-route town
Meal stop
124 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 124.3 miles from Shreveport, LA, which is a good place for a longer meal and fuel stop.
Before the longest stretch
Fuel checkTop up before Louisiana Korean War Veterans Memorial Highway if your tank is already low. That segment runs about 186.4 miles.
Arriving in Baton Rouge, LA
The final approach into Baton Rouge, 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 Baton Rouge, LA.
After long uninterrupted mileage, take five minutes before the last urban segment to reset and refocus on exits, merges, and city traffic.
These stop ideas are pacing suggestions — the exact town or exit can change with traffic, hotel plans, and fuel range.
Fuel & Cost
Regular Gas
$38.00 one way
$76.01 round trip
$3.88/gal
25.4 MPG avg
87 kg CO2
| Fuel Type | $/gal | One Way | Round Trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| midgrade | $4.26 | $41.68 | $83.37 |
| premium | $4.61 | $45.12 | $90.24 |
| diesel | $5.64 | $55.23 | $110.46 |
No toll roads detected on this route.
Estimated Trip Cost (one way, 1 person)
Fuel
$38
Meals
$25–$50
Total
$63–$88
Rough estimate based on US averages. Hotel $80–$140/night, meals $25–$50/day.
Estimated CO2 emission: 87 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-06.
Driving Electric?
About $26 in charging · 0 stops · 67% less CO2
| Vehicle Type | kWh | Stops | DC Fast | Home Charge |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Average EV | 74.6 | 0 | $26.10 | $11.93 |
| Efficient EV | 62.2 | 0 | $21.75 | $9.94 |
| EV Truck/SUV | 99.4 | 1 | $34.80 | $15.91 |
Gas CO2
87 kg
EV CO2
29 kg (67% less)
Plan for 0 charging stops, roughly every 270 miles. Allow 25-40 minutes per stop at a DC fast charger.
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
Baton Rouge, LA
Afternoon in Baton Rouge on Sunday
Local time
2:34 PM
CDT
Current temp
88°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
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
21 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
4h 35m 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 Shreveport, LA to Baton Rouge, LA covers 248.6 miles and takes about 4h 35m without stops. Add 15-30 minutes for a fuel or rest stop on longer drives.
The main roads are Louisiana Korean War Veterans Memorial Highway, US 190, LA 415 Spur. Expect a mix of highway and local road driving.
This is a comfortable same-day trip.
The midpoint is about 124.3 miles from Shreveport, LA. Look for rest areas, gas stations, or food options near the halfway mark.
At current regular gas prices, expect to spend about $38.00 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 demanding drive. With 15 significant decision points across 248.6 miles, you will need to stay alert — especially through interchange areas and urban stretches. Consider splitting it into segments if you are not comfortable with fast highway navigation.
The main spots that need attention: at 3.5 miles: Highway fork - watch signs carefully; at 190.6 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one; at 191.1 miles (US 190): Merge point - match speed before joining. Lane positioning matters here.
On the drive from Shreveport, LA to Baton Rouge, LA, road signs begin pointing toward Opelousas along the way.
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