Origin
Shreveport, LA
Afternoon in Shreveport on Sunday
Local time
2:51 PM
CDT
Current temp
67°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
Trip from Shreveport, LA to Monroe, LA
Drive Time
1h 36m
Distance
100.6 mi
162 km
Drive Score
8/10
Great drive
Same Day?
Yes, doable
Fuel Cost
$15
one way
Best Time to Leave
4 AM
1h 29m
★
6 AM
1h 37m
8 AM
1h 51m
10 AM
1h 42m
12 PM
1h 40m
3 PM
1h 42m
5 PM
1h 50m
8 PM
1h 32m
Estimated drive times based on typical traffic patterns. Actual times may vary with weather, construction, and real-time conditions.
Shreveport, LA
Eddie O.
Monroe, LA
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Trip Overview
If you are looking to travel from Shreveport to Monroe, you are in for a straightforward journey through Louisiana’s Southeast region. Covering 100.6 miles, this trip typically takes about 1 hour and 36 minutes behind the wheel. Because the duration is quite manageable, this route is perfectly suited for a single-day excursion, meaning you won't need to worry about booking an overnight stay. You can expect to spend approximately $14 on fuel for the trip. Since the drive is relatively short and keeps you within the same state, it is a convenient way to move between these two hubs without the fatigue of a long-haul cross-country trek.
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
50.3 miles from Shreveport, LA
A natural place for your longest stop of the day , about 48m into the drive .
Drive Character
Expect a turn-heavy local drive rather than a monotonous interstate cruise, as this route features 0% highway travel. You will navigate through local thoroughfares, specifically utilizing River Parkway, Clyde Fant Memorial Parkway, and Milam Street to reach your destination. Because the longest uninterrupted stretch is 0 miles on the River Parkway, your focus will need to be on the road's constant changes and turns. This profile makes for a more engaged driving experience compared to a high-speed motorway. Be prepared for a slower, more deliberate pace as you transition between these local roadways.
This route has more turning and local-road decision points than a simple highway run.
There are about 17 navigation steps in the underlying route data, so the final approach matters more than the middle miles.
River Parkway 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. Navigation is very simple — set it and forget it for most of the drive.
Route Complexity
1/10
Very easy - short and simple to drive
The drive from Shreveport, LA to Monroe, LA is easy. At 1h 36m with 0% highway, most drivers will find it relaxed and low-stress.
Where does it get tricky?
This route does not have any notably tricky sections. Most of the drive from Shreveport, LA to Monroe, LA is straightforward, with well-signed roads and simple exits.
Main Roads
| Road | Distance | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| River Parkway | Unavailable | Refreshing |
| Clyde Fant Memorial Parkway | Unavailable | Refreshing |
| Milam Street | Unavailable | Refreshing |
| Market Street | Unavailable | Refreshing |
| Purple Heart Recipients Highway | Unavailable | Refreshing |
| LA 34 | Unavailable | Refreshing |
| LA 34 North | Unavailable | Refreshing |
| Stella Street | Unavailable | Refreshing |
Per-road distance and duration are being refreshed from OSRM for this route.
Longest stretch:
River Parkway
— detailed segment metrics are refreshing.
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Shreveport, LA and Monroe, LA.
1
Start on River Parkway
0.5 mi
·
1 min
·
River Parkway
2
Continue on River Parkway
0.6 mi
·
1 min
·
River Parkway
3
Turn straight onto Clyde Fant Memorial Parkway
0.7 mi
·
1 min
·
Clyde Fant Memorial Parkway
4
Turn right onto Milam Street
0.3 mi
·
46 sec
·
Milam Street
5
Turn left onto Market Street
381 ft
·
15 sec
·
Market Street
6
Keep slight right to continue on Market Street
0.2 mi
·
36 sec
·
Market Street
7
Take the ramp slight left
0.3 mi
·
37 sec
8
Merge slight left onto Purple Heart Recipients Highway
96 mi
·
1 hr 44 min
·
Purple Heart Recipients Highway
9
Take the exit slight right toward LA 34
0.1 mi
·
17 sec
·
LA 34
10
Keep slight left to continue on LA 34 North
0.4 mi
·
50 sec
·
LA 34 North
11
Turn straight onto Stella Street
0.3 mi
·
26 sec
·
Stella Street
12
Continue on Mill Street
0.3 mi
·
31 sec
·
Mill Street
13
Continue on Bridge Street
0.3 mi
·
31 sec
·
Bridge Street
14
Continue on Louisville Avenue
0.5 mi
·
1 min
·
Louisville Avenue
15
Turn right
46 ft
·
5 sec
16
Turn right
39 ft
·
3 sec
17
Arrive at your destination
Trip Plan
Since this is a compact 100.6-mile trip with no planned stops, you have plenty of flexibility to depart whenever it suits your schedule. You should ensure your tank is ready for the road, keeping that $14 fuel budget in mind before you head out. Because the route relies entirely on local roads, stay alert at intersections and follow navigation closely, as there are no long highway stretches to simplify your path. Taking the drive in one go is easy given the 1-hour and 36-minute duration, but feel free to build in your own breaks along the way if you prefer a more relaxed pace. Keep a close eye on your GPS while navigating the specific turns on Milam Street and the parkways to stay on track.
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 50.3 miles from Shreveport, LA, or about 48m 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 16m in
Use this first pause for coffee, a restroom break, and a quick traffic check ahead.
Halfway reset
Around 50.3 miles or 48m 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 19m
Traffic, exits, and arrival timing usually matter more near Monroe, 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.
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Leave with enough water and a charging cable within reach, not packed away.
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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 100.6 miles and 1h 36m.
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.
You may only need one short stretch stop if conditions stay smooth.
Where to Stop
Rest stops, refuel points, and overnight suggestions along this route.
Halfway Point
Midpoint
About 50.3 mi from Shreveport, LA · 48m into the drive
Mid-route town
Meal stop
50 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 50.3 miles from Shreveport, LA, which is a good place for a longer meal and fuel stop.
Arriving in Monroe, LA
The final approach into Monroe, 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 Monroe, 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
$15.38 one way
$30.76 round trip
$3.88/gal
25.4 MPG avg
35 kg CO2
| Fuel Type | $/gal | One Way | Round Trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| midgrade | $4.26 | $16.87 | $33.74 |
| premium | $4.61 | $18.26 | $36.52 |
| diesel | $5.64 | $22.35 | $44.70 |
No toll roads detected on this route.
Estimated Trip Cost (one way, 1 person)
Fuel
$15
Meals
$25–$50
Total
$40–$65
Rough estimate based on US averages. Hotel $80–$140/night, meals $25–$50/day.
Estimated CO2 emission: 35.2 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-06.
Driving Electric?
About $11 in charging · 0 stops · 66% less CO2
| Vehicle Type | kWh | Stops | DC Fast | Home Charge |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Average EV | 30.2 | 0 | $10.56 | $4.83 |
| Efficient EV | 25.2 | 0 | $8.80 | $4.02 |
| EV Truck/SUV | 40.2 | 0 | $14.08 | $6.44 |
Gas CO2
35 kg
EV CO2
12 kg (66% 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
Monroe, LA
Afternoon in Monroe on Sunday
Local time
2:51 PM
CDT
Current temp
90°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
Along the Route
63°F
Garland, TX
50 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
23 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 36m 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 Monroe, LA covers 100.6 miles and takes about 1h 36m without stops. Add 15-30 minutes for a fuel or rest stop on longer drives.
The main roads are River Parkway, Clyde Fant Memorial Parkway, Milam Street. Expect a mix of highway and local road driving.
This is a comfortable same-day trip.
The midpoint is about 50.3 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 $15.38 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.
The drive from Shreveport, LA to Monroe, LA is easy. At 1h 36m with 0% highway, most drivers will find it relaxed and low-stress.
This route does not have any notably tricky sections. Most of the drive from Shreveport, LA to Monroe, LA is straightforward, with well-signed roads and simple exits.
The route from Shreveport, LA to Monroe, LA does not surface many named destination signs beyond the main corridor.
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