How far is Ferriday, LA from Shreveport, LA?
The driving distance from Ferriday, LA to Shreveport, LA is about 186.7 miles (300.4 km), with a travel time of about 02h 56m by car.
- The straight-line flight distance is about 142.7 miles (229.6 km).
- For a round trip, plan for roughly 05h 53m of driving time before adding stops, traffic, or weather delays.
- A comfortable departure window is usually 8:00 AM to 10:00 AM CDT.
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This route works well as a day trip with time at the destination.
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Halfway Point
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City in Louisiana, United States of America
Route Weather Snapshot
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Driving Route Map
The map below follows the saved road route between Ferriday and Shreveport.
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Ferriday and Shreveport.
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Start on the route
62 m · 16 sec
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Turn right onto East Wallace Boulevard
1890 ft · 28 sec · East Wallace Boulevard
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Continue on E. E. Wallace Boulevard North
63.2 mi · 1 hr 13 min · E. E. Wallace Boulevard North
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Turn left
1459 ft · 36 sec
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Merge slight left
118.4 mi · 2 hr 9 min
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Take the exit slight right toward US 71 North, LA 1: Market Street, Spring Street
535 ft · 13 sec
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Keep slight right to continue on US 71 North, LA 1 North: Spring Street
1371 ft · 47 sec
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Turn right onto Crockett Street
920 ft · 31 sec · Crockett Street
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At the end of the road, turn left onto Clyde Fant Memorial Parkway
1.4 km · 2 min · Clyde Fant Memorial Parkway
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Turn slight right onto River Parkway
21 m · 2 sec · River Parkway
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Arrive at your destination
0 m · 1 sec · River Parkway
Car Route Details
A richer read on the saved driving route between Ferriday and Shreveport.
Straightforward drive
The saved road route has a manageable number of maneuvers and should be easy to follow with normal attention to signs.
E. E. Wallace Boulevard North
Merge slight left
118 mi · 02h 09m
Route Summary
A quick read on whether this route feels easy, ambitious, or worth planning around.
A comfortable day-trip route
This route works well as a day trip. You can leave in the morning, spend meaningful time at the destination, and still return the same day.
Showers And Thunderstorms Likely leaving Ferriday and Slight Chance Rain Showers then Mostly Sunny near Shreveport.
Trip Questions
Direct answers travelers usually want before committing to the drive.
How long does it take to drive from Ferriday to Shreveport?
The road trip is about 186.7 miles (300.4 km) and usually takes 02h 56m in normal driving conditions.
Is this a same-day trip or an overnight route?
This route works well as a day trip. You can leave in the morning, spend meaningful time at the destination, and still return the same day.
What is the halfway point on this route?
Claiborne is a useful midpoint, sitting about 91.8 miles from Ferriday and 94.9 miles from Shreveport.
How much longer is the road route than the straight-line distance?
The direct path is about 142.7 miles (229.6 km), while the road route adds roughly 44 extra miles because roads do not follow the straight air line.
When is the best time to leave for this route?
A good departure window is usually 8:00 AM to 10:00 AM CDT. If you want a more comfortable same-day return, try to leave by 12:36 PM CDT.
How much will gas cost for this route?
Using about 28.3 MPG, regular gas is estimated at $24.96 one way or $49.91 round trip. Estimated CO2 is about 58.6 kg one way.
What should you check before leaving?
Before you leave, expect Showers And Thunderstorms Likely around Ferriday and Slight Chance Rain Showers then Mostly Sunny near Shreveport.
Flight Path Map
This map shows the direct air route between Ferriday and Shreveport. Straight-line distance: 142.64 mi (229.55 km).
#1 Ferriday
Town in Concordia Parish, Louisiana, United States
| Population | 3,188 |
| Coordinates | 31.6301700, -91.5545600 |
| Altitude | 16 |
| Country | United States |
#2 Shreveport
The second most populous city in Louisiana.
| Population | 184,786 |
| Coordinates | 32.5251500, -93.7501800 |
| Altitude | 44 |
| Country | United States |
End: River Parkway (-93.750913, 32.525036)
Estimated Travel Time
Distance: 300 km by road
| Speed | Time |
|---|---|
| 30 mph (48.3 km/h) | 06h 13m |
| 40 mph (64.37 km/h) | 04h 40m |
| 50 mph (80.47 km/h) | 03h 44m |
| 60 mph (96.56 km/h) | 03h 06m |
| 70 mph (112.65 km/h) | 02h 40m |
| 80 mph (129 km/h) | 02h 19m |
Fuel, Round Trip and CO2
Estimated fuel cost and emissions for this route.
| Fuel | $/gal | One way | Round trip |
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| Regular gas | $3.79 | $24.96 | $49.91 |
| Mid-grade | $4.26 | $28.07 | $56.13 |
| Premium | $4.63 | $30.48 | $60.96 |
| Diesel | $5.42 | $35.68 | $71.37 |
Assumes 8.3 L/100 km (about 28.3 MPG). CO2 is an estimate and varies by vehicle, fuel blend, traffic, and terrain.
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