How far is Minorca, LA from Shreveport, LA?
The driving distance from Minorca, LA to Shreveport, LA is about 192.6 miles (309.9 km), with a travel time of about 03h 04m by car.
- The straight-line flight distance is about 148 miles (238.2 km).
- For a round trip, plan for roughly 06h 08m of driving time before adding stops, traffic, or weather delays.
- A comfortable departure window is usually 6:00 AM to 8:00 AM CST.
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This drive is better planned with a longer stop or an overnight stay.
Flight Distance
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Leave and Arrive Planner
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Drive time stays fixed at 03h 04m.
An early departure helps you fit a real stop into the day without turning the return into a late-night drive.
You are leaving earlier than the recommended window, which gives you extra margin for breaks and traffic.
Halfway Point
A useful midpoint for breaks, coffee, or meeting in the middle.
City in Louisiana, United States of America
Route Weather Snapshot
Check the forecast at both ends before you head out.
Mostly Sunny
Areas Of Fog then Partly Sunny
Driving Route Map
The map below follows the saved road route between Minorca and Shreveport.
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Minorca and Shreveport.
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Start on Minorca Road
18 m · 3 sec · Minorca Road
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Turn right
6.3 mi · 7 min
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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 Minorca 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 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.
Mostly Sunny leaving Minorca and Areas Of Fog then Partly Sunny near Shreveport.
Trip Questions
Direct answers travelers usually want before committing to the drive.
How long does it take to drive from Minorca to Shreveport?
The road trip is about 192.6 miles (309.9 km) and usually takes 03h 04m 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?
Claiborne is a useful midpoint, sitting about 94.7 miles from Minorca and 97.9 miles from Shreveport.
How much longer is the road route than the straight-line distance?
The direct path is about 148 miles (238.2 km), while the road route adds roughly 44.6 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 CST. If you want a more comfortable same-day return, try to leave by 10:52 AM CST.
How much will gas cost for this route?
Using about 28.3 MPG, regular gas is estimated at $24.40 one way or $48.81 round trip. Estimated CO2 is about 60.3 kg one way.
What should you check before leaving?
Before you leave, expect Mostly Sunny around Minorca and Areas Of Fog then Partly Sunny near Shreveport.
Flight Path Map
This map shows the direct air route between Minorca and Shreveport. Straight-line distance: 148.04 mi (238.24 km).
#1 Minorca
Minorca is a place in Louisiana, United States.
| Population | 0 |
| Coordinates | 31.5793300, -91.4817900 |
| Altitude | 20 |
| 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: 310 km by road
| Speed | Time |
|---|---|
| 30 mph (48.3 km/h) | 06h 24m |
| 40 mph (64.37 km/h) | 04h 48m |
| 50 mph (80.47 km/h) | 03h 51m |
| 60 mph (96.56 km/h) | 03h 12m |
| 70 mph (112.65 km/h) | 02h 45m |
| 80 mph (129 km/h) | 02h 24m |
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 | $3.59 | $24.40 | $48.81 |
| Mid-grade | $4.08 | $27.67 | $55.34 |
| Premium | $4.48 | $30.42 | $60.84 |
| Diesel | $5.67 | $38.49 | $76.97 |
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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