How far is Shreveport, LA from Jena, LA?
The driving distance from Shreveport, LA to Jena, LA is about 161.2 miles (259.4 km), with a travel time of about 03h 05m by car.
- The straight-line flight distance is about 111 miles (178.7 km).
- For a round trip, plan for roughly 06h 11m of driving time before adding stops, traffic, or weather delays.
- A comfortable departure window is usually 6:00 AM to 8:00 AM CDT.
Reverse, save, or send this route
This drive is better planned with a longer stop or an overnight stay. Copy the route link, send it to another device, or print a clean version before you head out.
This drive is better planned with a longer stop or an overnight stay.
Flight Distance
Driving Distance
Gas Cost Calculator
Leave and Arrive Planner
Pick a departure time to see your estimated arrival and same-day return window.
Drive time stays fixed at 03h 05m.
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.
Suburb village of Natchitoches, located in Natchitoches Parish, Louisiana, United States
Route Weather Snapshot
Check the forecast at both ends before you head out.
Mostly Sunny
Driving Route Map
The map below follows the saved road route between Shreveport and Jena.
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Shreveport and Jena.
-
1
Start on River Parkway
2701 ft · 1 min · River Parkway
-
2
Turn left onto Jack Wells Boulevard
757 ft · 31 sec · Jack Wells Boulevard
-
3
Turn left onto Airport Drive
1389 ft · 39 sec · Airport Drive
-
4
Turn right onto North Common Street
1.4 mi · 3 min · North Common Street
-
5
Turn right onto Caddo Street
1505 ft · 37 sec · Caddo Street
-
6
Continue on Ford Street
646 ft · 23 sec · Ford Street
-
7
Turn left onto Allen Avenue
1.2 km · 2 min · Allen Avenue
-
8
Keep slight left to continue on I 49 South: Alexandria
1.1 km · 1 min
-
9
Continue on Louisiana Korean War Veterans Memorial Highway
119.2 mi · 2 hr 2 min · Louisiana Korean War Veterans Memorial Highway
-
10
Take the exit slight right toward US 71, US 165: MacArthur Drive
1018 ft · 19 sec
-
11
Keep slight left to continue on US 71 North, US 165 North
1.2 km · 1 min
-
12
Merge slight left onto Macarthur Drive
886 ft · 19 sec · Macarthur Drive
-
13
Continue on Curtis-Coleman Memorial Bridge
3026 ft · 43 sec · Curtis-Coleman Memorial Bridge
-
14
Continue on Monroe Highway
14 mi · 19 min · Monroe Highway
-
15
Turn right
21.9 mi · 33 min
-
16
At the end of the road, turn left onto South 1st Street
928 ft · 23 sec · South 1st Street
-
17
Turn left onto Oak Street
32 m · 2 sec · Oak Street
-
18
Arrive at your destination
0 m · 1 sec · Oak Street
Car Route Details
A richer read on the saved driving route between Shreveport and Jena.
Highway-focused drive
Most of the mileage stays on named highways, so the important moments are ramps, exits, merges, and the final local approach.
Louisiana Korean War Veterans Memorial Highway
Continue on Louisiana Korean War Veterans Memorial Highway
119 mi · 02h 02m
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.
Partly Sunny leaving Shreveport and Mostly Sunny near Jena.
Trip Questions
Direct answers travelers usually want before committing to the drive.
How long does it take to drive from Shreveport to Jena?
The road trip is about 161.2 miles (259.4 km) and usually takes 03h 05m 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?
Natchez is a useful midpoint, sitting about 80.7 miles from Shreveport and 80.6 miles from Jena.
How much longer is the road route than the straight-line distance?
The direct path is about 111 miles (178.7 km), while the road route adds roughly 50.2 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 10:48 AM CDT.
How much will gas cost for this route?
Using about 28.3 MPG, regular gas is estimated at $21.55 one way or $43.10 round trip. Estimated CO2 is about 50.6 kg one way.
What should you check before leaving?
Before you leave, expect Partly Sunny around Shreveport and Mostly Sunny near Jena.
Stop Ideas Near Natchez
Useful break, food, and waypoint ideas within about 15 miles of the route midpoint.
Transit and Meeting Points
Useful pickup, handoff, or rendezvous points close to Natchez.
Shreveport, Louisiana
Shreveport, LA
Flight Path Map
This map shows the direct air route between Shreveport and Jena. Straight-line distance: 111.06 mi (178.73 km).
#1 Shreveport
The second most populous city in Louisiana.
| Population | 184,786 |
| Coordinates | 32.5251500, -93.7501800 |
| Altitude | 44 |
| Country | United States |
#2 Jena
Parish seat of La Salle Parish, Louisiana, United States
| Population | 3,430 |
| Coordinates | 31.6832300, -92.1337400 |
| Altitude | 51 |
| Country | United States |
End: Jena (-92.13374, 31.68323)
Estimated Travel Time
Distance: 259 km by road
| Speed | Time |
|---|---|
| 30 mph (48.3 km/h) | 05h 22m |
| 40 mph (64.37 km/h) | 04h 01m |
| 50 mph (80.47 km/h) | 03h 13m |
| 60 mph (96.56 km/h) | 02h 41m |
| 70 mph (112.65 km/h) | 02h 18m |
| 80 mph (129 km/h) | 02h 00m |
Fuel, Round Trip and CO2
Estimated fuel cost and emissions for this route.
| Fuel | $/gal | One way | Round trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| Regular gas | $3.79 | $21.55 | $43.10 |
| Mid-grade | $4.26 | $24.23 | $48.47 |
| Premium | $4.63 | $26.32 | $52.63 |
| Diesel | $5.42 | $30.81 | $61.62 |
Assumes 8.3 L/100 km (about 28.3 MPG). CO2 is an estimate and varies by vehicle, fuel blend, traffic, and terrain.
Prices in Louisiana · Apr 20, 2026
Distance to Other Cities
Planning a road trip? See the full trip guide on Trip.ovh — stops, fuel costs, weather, and departure timing.