Origin
Swartz, LA
Afternoon in Swartz on Sunday
Local time
4:07 PM
CDT
Current temp
89°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
Trip from Swartz, LA to Shreveport, LA
Drive Time
2h 7m
Distance
111.7 mi
180 km
Drive Score
8/10
Great drive
Same Day?
Yes, doable
Fuel Cost
$17
one way
EV Charging
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station data
Best Time to Leave
4 AM
1h 59m
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6 AM
2h 8m
8 AM
2h 26m
10 AM
2h 14m
12 PM
2h 12m
3 PM
2h 15m
5 PM
2h 25m
8 PM
2h 2m
Estimated drive times based on typical traffic patterns. Actual times may vary with weather, construction, and real-time conditions.
Shreveport, LA
Eddie O.
Trip Overview
The drive from Swartz, LA to Shreveport, LA covers 111.7 miles and takes about 2h 7m behind the wheel. This route is realistic as a one-day drive if you keep your stops efficient.
The route leans on I 20, Highway 594, Clyde Fant Memorial Parkway for much of the mileage, and the overall profile is highway-focused drive. The longest uninterrupted segment is about 104.5 miles on I 20. At current regular gas prices, budget about $17.08 one way before food or hotel costs.
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
55.8 miles from Swartz, LA
A natural place for your longest stop of the day , about 1h 5m into the drive .
Drive Character
This is a 2h 7m highway drive covering 111.7 miles, with most of the trip on I 20 and Highway 594. The longest continuous stretch is about 104.5 miles on I 20.
Most of the miles stay on highways, which makes pacing and fuel planning easier than turn-by-turn city driving.
There are about 13 navigation steps in the underlying route data, so the final approach matters more than the middle miles.
I 20 is the longest continuous segment at about 104.5 miles.
Elevation Profile
Mostly flat terrain
316 ft
71 ft
Total Climb
412 ft
Total Descent
302 ft
Highest Point
316 ft
~51.2 mi in
Elevation Range
245 ft
How Hard Is This Drive?
This is a straightforward highway drive that stays mostly on I 20 and Highway 594. Navigation is very simple — set it and forget it for most of the drive. The trickiest moment comes early in the drive near LA 594 / Highway 594.
Route Complexity
2/10
Very easy - short and simple to drive
The drive from Swartz, LA to Shreveport, LA is easy. At 2h 7m with 99% highway, most drivers will find it relaxed and low-stress.
Where does it get tricky?
The main spots that need attention: near the start (LA 594 / Highway 594): Navigation decision point; at 110.3 miles (US 71): Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one; at 110.4 miles (US 71): Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one.
Critical Maneuvers
5 of 7 key pointsThese are the spots where you need to pay the most attention. Preview them before you drive.
4
0 mi into trip
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~0m in
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LA 594 / Highway 594
Turn left onto LA 594 / Highway 594
Navigation decision point
5
110.3 mi into trip
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~2h 4m in
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US 71
Take the exit onto US 71 toward US 71 North, LA 1: Market Street, Spring Street
Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one
Toward US 71 North, LA 1: Market Street, Spring...
7
110.4 mi into trip
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~2h 4m in
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US 71
Keep slight right at fork onto US 71 toward US 71 North, LA 1 North: Spring Street
Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one
Toward US 71 North, LA 1 North: Spring Street
5
110.7 mi into trip
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~2h 5m in
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Crockett Street
Turn right onto Crockett Street
Navigation decision point
5
110.8 mi into trip
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~2h 6m in
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Clyde Fant Memorial Parkway
At end of road, turn left onto Clyde Fant Memorial Parkway
Navigation decision point
Main Roads
| Road | Distance | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| I 20 | 104.5 mi | 1h 54m |
| Highway 594 | 5.2 mi | 9m |
| Clyde Fant Memorial Parkway | 0.8 mi | 1m |
| US 71 | 0.4 mi | <1m |
| Russell Sage Road | 0.2 mi | <1m |
| Crockett Street | 0.2 mi | <1m |
| Swartz School Road | <0.1 mi | <1m |
| River Parkway | <0.1 mi | <1m |
Longest stretch:
I 20
— 104.5 mi, about 1h 54m
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Swartz, LA and Shreveport, LA.
1
Start on Swartz School Road
74 ft
·
9 sec
·
Swartz School Road
2
Turn left onto LA 594
1.8 mi
·
3 min
·
Highway 594
3
Enter roundabout onto LA 594
114 ft
·
2 sec
·
Highway 594
4
Continue on LA 594
3.3 mi
·
5 min
·
Highway 594
5
Continue on Russell Sage Road
0.2 mi
·
23 sec
·
Russell Sage Road
6
Take the ramp
0.4 mi
·
47 sec
7
Merge onto I 20
105 mi
·
1 hr 54 min
·
I 20
8
Take the exit onto US 71
0.1 mi
·
13 sec
·
US 71
Toward US 71 North, LA 1: Market Street, Spring Street
9
Keep slight right at fork onto US 71
0.3 mi
·
46 sec
·
US 71
Toward US 71 North, LA 1 North: Spring Street
10
Turn right onto Crockett Street
0.2 mi
·
30 sec
·
Crockett Street
11
At end of road, turn left onto Clyde Fant Memorial Parkway
0.8 mi
·
1 min
·
Clyde Fant Memorial Parkway
12
Turn slight right onto River Parkway
68 ft
·
1 sec
·
River Parkway
13
Arrive at destination
River Parkway
Trip Plan
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 55.8 miles from Swartz, LA, or about 1h 5m into the drive.
The longest continuous stretch on this route runs about 104.5 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 31m in
Use this first pause for coffee, a restroom break, and a quick traffic check ahead.
Halfway reset
Around 55.8 miles or 1h 5m 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 44m
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 Swartz, 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 Swartz, LA
This is one driving day of about 111.7 miles and 2h 7m.
Your first comfortable stop window is around 80 miles from Swartz, 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.
The longest stretch is on I 20 for about 104.5 miles.
Where to Stop
Rest stops, refuel points, and overnight suggestions along this route.
Halfway Point
Midpoint
About 55.8 mi from Swartz, LA · 1h 5m into the drive
Mid-route town
Meal stop
56 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 55.8 miles from Swartz, LA, which is a good place for a longer meal and fuel stop.
Before the longest stretch
Fuel checkTop up before I 20 if your tank is already low. That segment runs about 104.5 miles.
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.
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
$17.08 one way
$34.15 round trip
$3.88/gal
25.4 MPG avg
39 kg CO2
| Fuel Type | $/gal | One Way | Round Trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| midgrade | $4.26 | $18.73 | $37.46 |
| premium | $4.61 | $20.27 | $40.55 |
| diesel | $5.64 | $24.82 | $49.63 |
No toll roads detected on this route.
Estimated Trip Cost (one way, 1 person)
Fuel
$17
Meals
$25–$50
Total
$42–$67
Rough estimate based on US averages. Hotel $80–$140/night, meals $25–$50/day.
Estimated CO2 emission: 39.1 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-06.
Driving Electric?
About $12 in charging · 0 stops · 67% less CO2
| Vehicle Type | kWh | Stops | DC Fast | Home Charge |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Average EV | 33.5 | 0 | $11.73 | $5.36 |
| Efficient EV | 27.9 | 0 | $9.77 | $4.47 |
| EV Truck/SUV | 44.7 | 0 | $15.64 | $7.15 |
Gas CO2
39 kg
EV CO2
13 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
Afternoon in Shreveport on Sunday
Local time
4:07 PM
CDT
Current temp
67°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
Along the Route
63°F
Garland, TX
56 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
22 degrees cooler at arrival
A meaningful temperature swing is a good cue to rethink layers, water, and how soon you want to arrive.
Road read
2h 7m 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 Swartz, LA to Shreveport, LA covers 111.7 miles and takes about 2h 7m without stops. Add 15-30 minutes for a fuel or rest stop on longer drives.
The main roads are I 20, Highway 594, Clyde Fant Memorial Parkway. Most of the drive stays on highways, so watch for ramps and exits.
This is a comfortable same-day trip.
The midpoint is about 55.8 miles from Swartz, LA. Look for rest areas, gas stations, or food options near the halfway mark.
At current regular gas prices, expect to spend about $17.08 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 Swartz, LA to Shreveport, LA is easy. At 2h 7m with 99% highway, most drivers will find it relaxed and low-stress.
The main spots that need attention: near the start (LA 594 / Highway 594): Navigation decision point; at 110.3 miles (US 71): Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one; at 110.4 miles (US 71): Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one.
The route from Swartz, LA to Shreveport, LA does not surface many named destination signs beyond the main corridor.
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