Origin
Shreveport, LA
Late night in Shreveport on Friday
Local time
2:33 AM
CDT
Current temp
57°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
Trip from Shreveport, LA to Leesville, LA
Compiled by the Trip.ovh editorial team · Last recalculated Apr 17, 2026 · Methodology
Drive Time
2h 23m
Distance
121.1 mi
195 km
Drive Score
9/10
Great drive
Same Day?
Yes, doable
Fuel Cost
$18
one way
EV Charging
Unknown
Best Time to Leave
4 AM
2h 13m
★
6 AM
2h 23m
8 AM
2h 43m
10 AM
2h 30m
12 PM
2h 28m
3 PM
2h 31m
5 PM
2h 42m
8 PM
2h 17m
Estimated drive times based on typical traffic patterns. Actual times may vary with weather, construction, and real-time conditions.
Shreveport, LA
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Leesville, LA
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Trip Overview
This 121.1-mile journey from Shreveport to Leesville, Louisiana, is a manageable one-day trip, taking approximately 2 hours and 23 minutes to complete. You'll primarily travel on the Louisiana Korean War Veterans Memorial Highway and LA 6, with a small portion on Fisher Road. With a modest fuel cost estimated at $18, this drive is budget-friendly. The route offers a turn-heavy local drive feel, making it less of a high-speed interstate experience and more of an exploration of Louisiana's local roads. Both Shreveport and Leesville are located within the Southeast region of the US, so you'll remain within familiar territory throughout your travels.
Trip Pace
Same-day drive is realistic
A same-day return is realistic if you keep stops short.
Midpoint
60.6 miles from Shreveport, LA
A natural place for your longest stop of the day , about 1h 8m into the drive .
Who Is This Route For?
Weekend Trip
Doable as a same-day drive at 2h 23m. Total distance: 121.1 miles.
Family Friendly
Moderate complexity with 0 natural rest stops along the way.
Solo Traveler
2h 23m drive, comfortable solo distance.
First-Time Driver
Mostly highway driving (21%). Straightforward navigation.
Scenic Drive
Turn-heavy local drive route profile.
Drive Character
Expect a drive that's more about navigating local roads than cruising on the interstate, as indicated by the 21% highway share. The longest continuous stretch you'll encounter is 56.9 miles on the Louisiana Korean War Veterans Memorial Highway, offering a good segment of consistent travel before the road profile shifts. The 'turn-heavy local drive' profile suggests you'll be making frequent turns and adjustments, so staying attentive to your navigation is key. This route changes character as you progress, transitioning from highway segments to more local roads, providing a varied driving experience.
This route has more turning and local-road decision points than a simple highway run.
There are about 25 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 56.9 miles.
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. The trickiest moment comes around 0.7 miles in near Airport Drive.
Driving Effort
4/10
Easy - simple navigation with a manageable amount of wheel time
Balances navigation complexity with total wheel time.
This is a straightforward 2h 23m drive. You will face about 13 decision points, but nothing that requires special attention if you follow navigation.
Where does it get tricky?
The main spots that need attention: at 0.7 miles (Airport Drive): Navigation decision point; at 2.3 miles (LA 173 / Caddo Street): Navigation decision point; at 3.5 miles: Highway fork - watch signs carefully.
Critical Maneuvers
5 of 13 key pointsThese are the spots where you need to pay the most attention. Preview them before you drive.
4
0.7 mi into trip
|
~1m in
|
Airport Drive
Turn left onto Airport Drive
Navigation decision point
4
2.3 mi into trip
|
~5m in
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LA 173 / Caddo Street
Turn right onto LA 173 / Caddo Street
Navigation decision point
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
4
61.6 mi into trip
|
~1h 9m in
|
LA 485 / State Route 485
Turn right onto LA 485 / State Route 485
Navigation decision point
5
119.6 mi into trip
|
~2h 20m in
|
US 171; LA 8 / North 6th Street
Enter roundabout onto US 171; LA 8 / North 6th Street
Roundabout - know your exit number before entering
Main Roads
| Road | Distance | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| Louisiana Korean War Veterans Memorial Highway | 56.9 mi | 59m |
| Fisher Road | 21.4 mi | 25m |
| LA 6 | 14.4 mi | 16m |
| Shreveport Highway | 11.1 mi | 13m |
| LA 485 | 10.4 mi | 14m |
| North Common Street | 1.4 mi | 2m |
| North 6th Street | 1.3 mi | 1m |
| Allen Avenue | 0.8 mi | 1m |
Longest stretch:
Louisiana Korean War Veterans Memorial Highway
— 56.9 mi, about 59m
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Shreveport, LA and Leesville, 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
57 mi
·
59 min
·
Louisiana Korean War Veterans Memorial Highway
10
Take the exit
0.4 mi
·
50 sec
11
Turn slight right
202 ft
·
4 sec
12
Turn right onto LA 485
501 ft
·
10 sec
·
State Route 485
13
Continue on LA 485
10 mi
·
14 min
·
LA 485
14
At end of road, turn right onto LA 6
14 mi
·
16 min
·
LA 6
15
Turn left onto Martin Luther King Drive
0.7 mi
·
1 min
·
Martin Luther King Drive
16
Continue on Martin Luther King Drive
47 ft
·
8 sec
·
Martin Luther King Drive
17
Turn left onto Fisher Road
0.5 mi
·
52 sec
·
Fisher Road
18
At end of road, turn left onto US 171
21 mi
·
24 min
·
Fisher Road
19
Continue on US 171
11 mi
·
13 min
·
Shreveport Highway
20
Continue on US 171
239 ft
·
3 sec
·
Shreveport Highway
21
Enter roundabout onto US 171; LA 8
135 ft
·
1 sec
·
North 6th Street
22
Continue on US 171; LA 8
1.2 mi
·
1 min
·
North 6th Street
23
Turn left onto LA 8
390 ft
·
7 sec
·
Nolan Trace Parkway
24
Continue on East Texas Street
0.2 mi
·
38 sec
·
East Texas Street
25
Arrive at destination
East Texas Street
Trip Plan
Given its short duration and manageable distance, this trip from Shreveport to Leesville is best tackled in a single day, offering flexibility in your departure time. You won't need to worry about splitting the drive or finding overnight accommodations. The estimated fuel cost of $18 means you can easily budget for this trip. While there are no specified stops, keep an eye on your fuel gauge, especially as you approach Leesville. A good tip for this route is to be prepared for the 'turn-heavy' nature; ensure your GPS is set correctly before you depart, as frequent turns on local roads can sometimes be disorienting if you're not following a clear path.
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 60.6 miles from Shreveport, LA, or about 1h 8m 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 27 miles or 33m in
Use this first pause for coffee, a restroom break, and a quick traffic check ahead.
Halfway reset
Around 60.6 miles or 1h 8m 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 56m
Traffic, exits, and arrival timing usually matter more near Leesville, LA than in the middle of the route.
Before You Leave
+
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 121.1 miles and 2h 23m.
Your first comfortable stop window is around 27 miles from Shreveport, LA.
This route can stay practical as a one-day drive if traffic stays reasonable.
The longest stretch is on Louisiana Korean War Veterans Memorial Highway for about 56.9 miles.
Where to Stop
Rest stops, refuel points, and overnight suggestions along this route.
Halfway Point
Midpoint
About 60.6 mi from Shreveport, LA · 1h 8m into the drive
Mid-route town
Meal stop
61 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 27 miles helps settle the day before fatigue starts building.
Meal break
The midpoint is around 60.6 miles from Shreveport, LA, which is a good place for a longer meal and fuel stop.
Arriving in Leesville, LA
The final approach into Leesville, 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 Leesville, 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
$18.29 one way
$36.58 round trip
$3.84/gal
25.4 MPG avg
42 kg CO2
| Fuel Type | $/gal | One Way | Round Trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| midgrade | $4.21 | $20.08 | $40.15 |
| premium | $4.56 | $21.74 | $43.47 |
| diesel | $5.61 | $26.74 | $53.47 |
No toll roads detected on this route.
Estimated Trip Cost (one way, 1 person)
Fuel
$18
Meals
$25–$50
Total
$43–$68
Rough estimate based on US averages. Hotel $80–$140/night, meals $25–$50/day.
Estimated CO2 emission: 42.4 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-13.
Driving Electric?
About $13 in charging · 0 stops · 67% less CO2
| Vehicle Type | kWh | Stops | DC Fast | Home Charge |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Average EV | 36.3 | 0 | $12.72 | $5.81 |
| Efficient EV | 30.3 | 0 | $10.60 | $4.84 |
| EV Truck/SUV | 48.4 | 0 | $16.95 | $7.75 |
Gas CO2
42 kg
EV CO2
14 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
Leesville, LA
Late night in Leesville on Friday
Local time
2:33 AM
CDT
Current temp
83°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
26 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
2h 23m 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 Shreveport, LA to Leesville, LA covers 121.1 miles and takes about 2h 23m 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, Fisher Road, LA 6. Expect a mix of highway and local road driving.
This is a comfortable same-day trip.
The midpoint is about 60.6 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 $18.29 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 2h 23m drive. You will face about 13 decision points, but nothing that requires special attention if you follow navigation.
The main spots that need attention: at 0.7 miles (Airport Drive): Navigation decision point; at 2.3 miles (LA 173 / Caddo Street): Navigation decision point; at 3.5 miles: Highway fork - watch signs carefully.
The route from Shreveport, LA to Leesville, LA does not surface many named destination signs beyond the main corridor.
Data sources
The figures on this page are computed from open government and mapping datasets, not crowdsourced reviews. Distances and geometry come from OSRM over OpenStreetMap. Fuel cost uses EIA weekly regional averages. Full methodology, refresh cadence, and limitations are documented on the methodology page.
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