How far is Natchitoches, LA from Shreveport, LA?
The driving distance from Natchitoches, LA to Shreveport, LA is about 76.6 miles (123.2 km), with a travel time of about 01h 12m by car.
- The straight-line flight distance is about 65.6 miles (105.5 km).
- For a round trip, plan for roughly 02h 24m 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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Drive time stays fixed at 01h 12m.
A morning start gives you useful time at the destination and keeps the return out of the late evening.
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 DeSoto Parish, Louisiana, United States
Route Weather Snapshot
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Driving Route Map
The map below follows the saved road route between Natchitoches and Shreveport.
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Natchitoches and Shreveport.
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Start on Rue Front
150 m · 8 sec · Rue Front
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Continue on Jefferson Street
3256 ft · 57 sec · Jefferson Street
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Turn right onto University Parkway
4.5 mi · 7 min · University Parkway
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Take the ramp slight right toward I 49 North: Shreveport
1750 ft · 43 sec
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Merge slight left
67.7 mi · 1 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 Natchitoches 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
Merge slight left
67.7 mi · 01h 10m
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.
Sunny leaving Natchitoches and Sunny near Shreveport.
Trip Questions
Direct answers travelers usually want before committing to the drive.
How long does it take to drive from Natchitoches to Shreveport?
The road trip is about 76.6 miles (123.2 km) and usually takes 01h 12m 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?
Mansfield is a useful midpoint, sitting about 38.2 miles from Natchitoches and 38.4 miles from Shreveport.
How much longer is the road route than the straight-line distance?
The direct path is about 65.6 miles (105.5 km), while the road route adds roughly 11 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 4:06 PM CDT.
How much will gas cost for this route?
Using about 28.3 MPG, regular gas is estimated at $10.22 one way or $20.45 round trip. Estimated CO2 is about 24 kg one way.
What should you check before leaving?
Before you leave, expect Sunny around Natchitoches and Sunny near Shreveport.
Stop Ideas Near Mansfield
Useful break, food, and waypoint ideas within about 15 miles of the route midpoint.
Transit and Meeting Points
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Flight Path Map
This map shows the direct air route between Natchitoches and Shreveport. Straight-line distance: 65.56 mi (105.51 km).
#1 Natchitoches
Small city and the parish seat of Natchitoches Parish, Louisiana, United States
| Population | 17,190 |
| Coordinates | 31.7607200, -93.0862700 |
| Altitude | 36 |
| 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: 123 km by road
| Speed | Time |
|---|---|
| 30 mph (48.3 km/h) | 02h 33m |
| 40 mph (64.37 km/h) | 01h 54m |
| 50 mph (80.47 km/h) | 01h 31m |
| 60 mph (96.56 km/h) | 01h 16m |
| 70 mph (112.65 km/h) | 01h 05m |
| 80 mph (129 km/h) | 00h 57m |
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 | $10.22 | $20.45 |
| Mid-grade | $4.26 | $11.50 | $23.00 |
| Premium | $4.63 | $12.49 | $24.98 |
| Diesel | $5.42 | $14.62 | $29.24 |
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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