How far is Shreveport, LA from Kinder, LA?
The driving distance from Shreveport, LA to Kinder, LA is about 187.7 miles (302.1 km), with a travel time of about 03h 33m by car.
- The straight-line flight distance is about 150.6 miles (242.3 km).
- For a round trip, plan for roughly 07h 06m 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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Drive time stays fixed at 03h 33m.
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Town in Louisiana, United States
Route Weather Snapshot
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Driving Route Map
The map below follows the saved road route between Shreveport and Kinder.
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Shreveport and Kinder.
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Start on River Parkway
2701 ft · 1 min · River Parkway
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Turn left onto Jack Wells Boulevard
757 ft · 31 sec · Jack Wells Boulevard
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Turn left onto Airport Drive
1389 ft · 39 sec · Airport Drive
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Turn right onto North Common Street
1.4 mi · 3 min · North Common Street
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Turn right onto Caddo Street
1505 ft · 37 sec · Caddo Street
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Continue on Ford Street
646 ft · 23 sec · Ford Street
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Turn left onto Allen Avenue
1.2 km · 2 min · Allen Avenue
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Keep slight left to continue on I 49 South: Alexandria
1.1 km · 1 min
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Continue on Louisiana Korean War Veterans Memorial Highway
119.2 mi · 2 hr 2 min · Louisiana Korean War Veterans Memorial Highway
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Take the exit slight right toward US 71, US 165: MacArthur Drive
1018 ft · 19 sec
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Keep slight right to continue on US 71 South, US 165 South: MacArthur Drive
2413 ft · 46 sec
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Merge slight left onto Macarthur Drive
3.6 mi · 6 min · Macarthur Drive
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Enter the roundabout and take exit 1 toward Masonic Circle
763 ft · 15 sec · Masonic Drive
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Exit the rotary onto Masonic Drive
59.9 mi · 1 hr 15 min · Masonic Drive
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Turn right onto 3rd Avenue
132 m · 12 sec · 3rd Avenue
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Arrive at your destination
0 m · 1 sec · 3rd Avenue
Car Route Details
A richer read on the saved driving route between Shreveport and Kinder.
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.
Sunny leaving Shreveport and Sunny near Kinder.
Trip Questions
Direct answers travelers usually want before committing to the drive.
How long does it take to drive from Shreveport to Kinder?
The road trip is about 187.7 miles (302.1 km) and usually takes 03h 33m 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?
Montgomery is a useful midpoint, sitting about 94 miles from Shreveport and 93.8 miles from Kinder.
How much longer is the road route than the straight-line distance?
The direct path is about 150.6 miles (242.3 km), while the road route adds roughly 37.1 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 9:54 AM CDT.
How much will gas cost for this route?
Using about 28.3 MPG, regular gas is estimated at $25.11 one way or $50.22 round trip. Estimated CO2 is about 58.9 kg one way.
What should you check before leaving?
Before you leave, expect Sunny around Shreveport and Sunny near Kinder.
Flight Path Map
This map shows the direct air route between Shreveport and Kinder. Straight-line distance: 150.56 mi (242.3 km).
#1 Shreveport
The second most populous city in Louisiana.
| Population | 184,786 |
| Coordinates | 32.5251500, -93.7501800 |
| Altitude | 44 |
| Country | United States |
#2 Kinder
City in Louisiana, United States of America
| Population | 2,324 |
| Coordinates | 30.4854800, -92.8507000 |
| Altitude | 14 |
| Country | United States |
End: Kinder (-92.8507, 30.48548)
Estimated Travel Time
Distance: 302 km by road
| Speed | Time |
|---|---|
| 30 mph (48.3 km/h) | 06h 15m |
| 40 mph (64.37 km/h) | 04h 41m |
| 50 mph (80.47 km/h) | 03h 45m |
| 60 mph (96.56 km/h) | 03h 07m |
| 70 mph (112.65 km/h) | 02h 40m |
| 80 mph (129 km/h) | 02h 20m |
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 | $25.11 | $50.22 |
| Mid-grade | $4.26 | $28.24 | $56.47 |
| Premium | $4.63 | $30.66 | $61.33 |
| Diesel | $5.42 | $35.90 | $71.80 |
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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