How far is Jackson, LA from Shreveport, LA?
The driving distance from Jackson, LA to Shreveport, LA is about 229.8 miles (369.8 km), with a travel time of about 03h 46m by car.
- The straight-line flight distance is about 189.1 miles (304.4 km).
- For a round trip, plan for roughly 07h 33m of driving time before adding stops, traffic, or weather delays.
- A comfortable departure window is usually 6:00 AM to 8:00 AM CDT.
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This drive is better planned with a longer stop or an overnight stay.
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Leave and Arrive Planner
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Drive time stays fixed at 03h 46m.
An early departure helps you fit a real stop into the day without turning the return into a late-night drive.
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Halfway Point
A useful midpoint for breaks, coffee, or meeting in the middle.
Town in Rapides Parish, Louisiana, United States
Route Weather Snapshot
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Driving Route Map
The map below follows the saved road route between Jackson and Shreveport.
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Jackson and Shreveport.
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Start on Charter Street
2 mi · 3 min · Charter Street
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Turn left onto LA 965
7.3 mi · 10 min · LA 965
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At the end of the road, turn left onto US 61
2.6 mi · 3 min · US 61
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Turn right
81.4 mi · 1 hr 53 min
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Turn left onto State Route 3170
1.6 mi · 2 min · State Route 3170
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Continue on Highway 3170
3.9 mi · 6 min · Highway 3170
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Turn right
3.8 mi · 5 min
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Take the ramp slight right toward I 49, US 167 North: Opelousas, Alexandria
1126 ft · 27 sec
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Keep slight right to continue on I 49 North, US 167 North: Alexandria
125.8 mi · 2 hr 10 min
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Keep slight left to continue on Pete Harris Drive, Murphy Street
1.3 km · 1 min
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Continue on Pete Harris Drive
1.3 km · 2 min · Pete Harris Drive
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Turn right onto Caddo Street
1.4 km · 3 min · Caddo Street
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At the end of the road, turn left onto Clyde Fant Memorial Parkway
2522 ft · 56 sec · 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 Jackson and Shreveport.
Highway-focused drive
Most of the mileage stays on named highways, so the important moments are ramps, exits, merges, and the final local approach.
I 49 North
Keep slight right to continue on I 49 North, US 167 North: Alexandria
126 mi · 02h 10m
Route Summary
A quick read on whether this route feels easy, ambitious, or worth planning around.
A longer out-and-back drive
This is still possible in one day, but it becomes a long driving day. Leaving early and planning your stop window matters more here.
Sunny leaving Jackson and Sunny near Shreveport.
Trip Questions
Direct answers travelers usually want before committing to the drive.
How long does it take to drive from Jackson to Shreveport?
The road trip is about 229.8 miles (369.8 km) and usually takes 03h 46m in normal driving conditions.
Is this a same-day trip or an overnight route?
This is still possible in one day, but it becomes a long driving day. Leaving early and planning your stop window matters more here.
What is the halfway point on this route?
Boyce is a useful midpoint, sitting about 115.8 miles from Jackson and 114 miles from Shreveport.
How much longer is the road route than the straight-line distance?
The direct path is about 189.1 miles (304.4 km), while the road route adds roughly 40.7 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 6:00 AM to 8:00 AM CDT. If you want a more comfortable same-day return, try to leave by 9:26 AM CDT.
How much will gas cost for this route?
Using about 28.3 MPG, regular gas is estimated at $30.71 one way or $61.43 round trip. Estimated CO2 is about 72.1 kg one way.
What should you check before leaving?
Before you leave, expect Sunny around Jackson and Sunny near Shreveport.
Flight Path Map
This map shows the direct air route between Jackson and Shreveport. Straight-line distance: 189.12 mi (304.36 km).
#1 Jackson
Town in East Feliciana Parish, Louisiana
| Population | 3,707 |
| Coordinates | 30.8374000, -91.2176100 |
| Altitude | 46 |
| 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: 370 km by road
| Speed | Time |
|---|---|
| 30 mph (48.3 km/h) | 07h 39m |
| 40 mph (64.37 km/h) | 05h 44m |
| 50 mph (80.47 km/h) | 04h 35m |
| 60 mph (96.56 km/h) | 03h 49m |
| 70 mph (112.65 km/h) | 03h 16m |
| 80 mph (129 km/h) | 02h 52m |
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 | $30.71 | $61.43 |
| Mid-grade | $4.26 | $34.54 | $69.08 |
| Premium | $4.63 | $37.51 | $75.02 |
| Diesel | $5.42 | $43.92 | $87.83 |
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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