Origin
Slidell, LA
Afternoon in Slidell on Sunday
Local time
1:29 PM
CDT
Current temp
66°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
Trip from Slidell, LA to Shreveport, LA
Drive Time
4h 58m
Distance
337.4 mi
543 km
Drive Score
8/10
Great drive
Same Day?
Yes, doable
Fuel Cost
$52
one way
Photo: Eddie O.
Trip Overview
Traveling from Slidell to Shreveport covers 337.4 miles across the state of Louisiana. Expect a driving time of approximately 4 hours and 58 minutes, making this a manageable journey to complete in a single day. You will navigate through the Southeast region, transitioning from the Slidell area toward the northwestern part of the state. Budgeting about $46 for fuel should cover your needs for the trip. Since the drive is under five hours, you can comfortably tackle it in one go, though planning for at least one stop will help keep you refreshed for the full distance.
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
168.7 miles from Slidell, LA
A natural place for your longest stop of the day , about 2h 29m into the drive .
Drive Character
Expect a unique experience behind the wheel, as this route is characterized as a turn-heavy local drive rather than a standard highway cruise. Because the highway share is 0%, you won't be spending your time on monotonous interstates; instead, you'll be navigating local thoroughfares like 3rd Street, Fremaux Avenue, and Front Street. Be prepared for constant adjustments, as the longest stretch without a turn is 0 miles on 3rd Street. This setup demands your full attention, offering a much more hands-on driving experience than a typical high-speed commute.
This route has more turning and local-road decision points than a simple highway run.
There are about 23 navigation steps in the underlying route data, so the final approach matters more than the middle miles.
3rd 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 58m 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 Slidell, LA to Shreveport, LA is straightforward, with well-signed roads and simple exits.
Main Roads
| Road | Distance | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| 3rd Street | Unavailable | Refreshing |
| Fremaux Avenue | Unavailable | Refreshing |
| Front Street | Unavailable | Refreshing |
| Gause Boulevard West | Unavailable | Refreshing |
| Northshore Boulevard | Unavailable | Refreshing |
| Airport Road | 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:
3rd Street
— detailed segment metrics are refreshing.
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Slidell, LA and Shreveport, LA.
1
Start on Bouscaren Street
220 ft
·
15 sec
·
Bouscaren Street
2
Turn left onto 3rd Street
0.2 mi
·
24 sec
·
3rd Street
3
Turn left onto Fremaux Avenue
0.1 mi
·
21 sec
·
Fremaux Avenue
4
Turn right onto Front Street
0.6 mi
·
1 min
·
Front Street
5
Turn left onto Gause Boulevard West
3.0 mi
·
4 min
·
Gause Boulevard West
6
Turn right onto Northshore Boulevard
0.7 mi
·
1 min
·
Northshore Boulevard
7
Continue on Airport Road
0.3 mi
·
29 sec
·
Airport Road
8
Take the ramp left
0.4 mi
·
45 sec
9
Merge slight left onto West Florida Republic Parkway
80 mi
·
1 hr 26 min
·
West Florida Republic Parkway
10
Merge slight right
3.6 mi
·
4 min
11
Keep slight left
3.9 mi
·
4 min
12
Take the exit slight right toward LA 415: Lobdell
0.3 mi
·
45 sec
·
LA 415: Lobdell
13
Keep slight right to continue on LA 415: Lobdell
318 ft
·
8 sec
·
LA 415: Lobdell
14
Merge slight left onto North Lobdell Highway
3.6 mi
·
4 min
·
North Lobdell Highway
15
Merge slight left onto State Route 1
49 mi
·
1 hr 2 min
·
State Route 1
16
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
17
Merge slight left onto Charles I. "Doc" Hudson Highway
186 mi
·
3 hr 10 min
·
Charles I. "Doc" Hudson Highway
18
Keep slight left to continue on Pete Harris Drive, Murphy Street
0.8 mi
·
1 min
·
Pete Harris Drive, Murphy Street
19
Continue on Pete Harris Drive
0.8 mi
·
1 min
·
Pete Harris Drive
20
Turn right onto Caddo Street
0.9 mi
·
2 min
·
Caddo Street
21
At the end of the road, turn left onto Clyde Fant Memorial Parkway
0.5 mi
·
56 sec
·
Clyde Fant Memorial Parkway
22
Turn slight right onto River Parkway
69 ft
·
2 sec
·
River Parkway
23
Arrive at your destination
Trip Plan
To make the most of this nearly five-hour trek, prioritize leaving early in the day to avoid fatigue on these technical local roads. Since your route relies entirely on local streets rather than highways, keep a close eye on your navigation to stay on track through the various turns. Incorporating at least one planned stop is essential to maintain your focus, especially given the constant steering required by the road's profile. Use the $46 fuel estimate as a baseline for your budget, but consider keeping a little extra set aside for local fluctuations. Because the route is turn-heavy, double-check your vehicle's tire pressure before departing to ensure optimal handling on the local streets.
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 168.7 miles from Slidell, LA, or about 2h 29m 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 10m in
Use this first pause for coffee, a restroom break, and a quick traffic check ahead.
Halfway reset
Around 168.7 miles or 2h 29m 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 5m
Traffic, exits, and arrival timing usually matter more near Shreveport, LA than in the middle of the route.
Before You Leave
+
Open the route before leaving Slidell, 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 Slidell, LA
This is one driving day of about 337.4 miles and 4h 58m.
Your first comfortable stop window is around 80 miles from Slidell, 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 168.7 mi from Slidell, LA · 2h 29m into the drive
Mid-route town
Meal stop
169 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 168.7 miles from Slidell, 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
$51.58 one way
$103.16 round trip
$3.88/gal
25.4 MPG avg
118 kg CO2
| Fuel Type | $/gal | One Way | Round Trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| midgrade | $4.26 | $56.57 | $113.15 |
| premium | $4.61 | $61.24 | $122.47 |
| diesel | $5.64 | $74.96 | $149.92 |
No toll roads detected on this route.
Estimated Trip Cost (one way, 1 person)
Fuel
$52
Meals
$25–$50
Total
$77–$102
Rough estimate based on US averages. Hotel $80–$140/night, meals $25–$50/day.
Estimated CO2 emission: 118.1 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-06.
Driving Electric?
About $35 in charging · 1 stop · 67% less CO2
| Vehicle Type | kWh | Stops | DC Fast | Home Charge |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Average EV | 101.2 | 1 | $35.43 | $16.20 |
| Efficient EV | 84.4 | 0 | $29.52 | $13.50 |
| EV Truck/SUV | 135 | 1 | $47.24 | $21.59 |
Gas CO2
118 kg
EV CO2
39 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
1:29 PM
CDT
Current temp
67°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
Along the Route
66°F
Jasper, TX
169 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
1 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 58m 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 Slidell, LA to Shreveport, LA covers 337.4 miles and takes about 4h 58m without stops. Add 15-30 minutes for a fuel or rest stop on longer drives.
The main roads are 3rd Street, Fremaux Avenue, Front Street. Expect a mix of highway and local road driving.
This is a comfortable same-day trip.
The midpoint is about 168.7 miles from Slidell, LA. Look for rest areas, gas stations, or food options near the halfway mark.
At current regular gas prices, expect to spend about $51.58 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 58m 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 Slidell, LA to Shreveport, LA is straightforward, with well-signed roads and simple exits.
The route from Slidell, LA to Shreveport, LA does not surface many named destination signs beyond the main corridor.
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