How far is Vivian, LA from Shreveport, LA?

Fastest route

The route from Vivian, Louisiana 71082, USA to Shreveport, Louisiana, USA is approximately 32.5 miles and takes about 35 minutes via I-49 S. The fastest route is recommended due to traffic conditions.

Directions

  1. Head southeast on W Arkansas Ave toward S Pine St/State Hwy 2.
  2. Continue onto S Pardue St.
  3. Use the right lane to merge onto I-49 S via the ramp to Shreveport.
  4. Follow I-49 S to State Hwy 3194/Dr Martin Luther King Dr in Shreveport. Take exit 211 from I-49 S.
  5. Take exit 211 for State Hwy 3194 toward Dr M.L.K. Jr Dr.
  6. Keep left at the fork, follow signs for DR. M L King Jr Dr.
  7. Continue on State Hwy 3194/Dr Martin Luther King Dr. Take N Market St and Grimmett Dr to Clyde Fant Memorial Pkwy/Clyde Fant Pkwy.

Tips & Suggestions

  • 🚗 Stay on the right lane to merge onto I-49 S smoothly.
  • 🛣️ Follow the signs for DR. M L King Jr Dr to stay on the correct route.
  • 🚦 Observe traffic conditions and adjust your driving accordingly.
  • 📍 Pay attention to street names, including N Market St and Grimmett Dr, to ensure you're on the correct path.
  • 🧭 Use a GPS or navigation app for real-time updates and guidance.
  • ⚠️ Be cautious while merging onto Clyde Fant Memorial Pkwy/Clyde Fant Pkwy.
Trip Tools

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Reverse Route
Quick Snapshot
Road
32.01 mi
00h 36m
Flight
27.62 mi
44.45 km direct

This is an easy same-day return drive.

Learn Distance

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Flight Distance

Direct air line
27.62 mi
Kilometers
44.45 km
Flight Time
00h 03m

Driving Distance

Road route
32.01 mi
Kilometers
51.51 km
Drive Time
00h 36m

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Leave and Arrive Planner

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Drive time stays fixed at 00h 36m.

Arrival Snapshot
Arrive in Shreveport
Tue, May 12, 9:31 PM CDT
Return by in Vivian
Tue, May 12, 10:07 PM CDT
Useful when you're deciding between a quick errand, a day trip, or a longer stop.
Leave Vivian
2026-05-12T20:55
Arrive Shreveport
Tue, May 12, 9:31 PM CDT
Route Timing
00h 36m
One way by road
Best Departure Window
7:00 AM to 7:00 PM CDT
Leave when it suits your day
Arrive between
7:36 AM to 7:36 PM CDT

This is a short drive, so your comfort window is wide. Traffic and current weather matter more than the clock.

Leave by
7:18 PM CDT
Keeps a same-day return open with about 01h 30m at the destination.
Back in Vivian
10:00 PM CDT
Flexible departure

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.

Mid-route stop
Belcher
LA

Village in Caddo Parish, Louisiana, United States

From Vivian
16 mi
00h 18m
To Shreveport
16 mi
00h 18m

Route Weather Snapshot

Check the forecast at both ends before you head out.

Origin
83°F
Tuesday

Sunny

Starts
Tue, May 12 6:00 AM CDT
Wind
0 mph
Destination
85°F
Tuesday

Sunny

Starts
Tue, May 12 6:00 AM CDT
Wind
0 mph

Driving Route Map

The map below follows the saved road route between Vivian and Shreveport.

Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions

Step-by-step road directions between Vivian and Shreveport.

  1. 1

    Start on West Arkansas Avenue

    1579 ft · 35 sec · West Arkansas Avenue

  2. 2

    Continue on South Pardue Street

    1.4 mi · 2 min · South Pardue Street

  3. 3

    Continue on Highway 170

    6.4 mi · 9 min · Highway 170

  4. 4

    Take the ramp right

    1520 ft · 37 sec

  5. 5

    Merge slight left

    14.9 mi · 15 min

  6. 6

    Take the exit slight right toward LA 1: North Market Street

    1854 ft · 49 sec

  7. 7

    Turn left onto North Market Street

    5.8 mi · 9 min · North Market Street

  8. 8

    Turn left onto North Hearne Avenue

    760 ft · 19 sec · North Hearne Avenue

  9. 9

    Turn right onto Grimmett Drive

    1.3 mi · 2 min · Grimmett Drive

  10. 10

    Continue on Clyde Fant Memorial Parkway

    3266 ft · 1 min · Clyde Fant Memorial Parkway

  11. 11

    Continue on Clyde Fant Memorial Parkway

    2522 ft · 56 sec · Clyde Fant Memorial Parkway

  12. 12

    Turn slight right onto River Parkway

    21 m · 2 sec · River Parkway

  13. 13

    Arrive at your destination

    0 m · 1 sec · River Parkway

Car Route Details

A richer read on the saved driving route between Vivian and Shreveport.

OSRM road route
Drive Character

Turn-heavy local drive

The route has frequent decision points for its length, so lane choice and turn timing will matter more than cruising speed.

Directions
13 steps
4 turns on the saved route
Ramps & Exits
3
1 merges, 2 ramps or exits
Navigation Density
40.6 / 100 mi
Decision points by distance
Main Roads
Highway 170
21.6 mi · 67%
North Market Street
5.75 mi · 18%
South Pardue Street
1.38 mi · 4%
Grimmett Drive
1.25 mi · 4%
Clyde Fant Memorial Parkway
1.1 mi · 3%
LA 1
0.35 mi · 1%
Longest Stretch

Highway 170

Merge slight left

14.9 mi · 00h 15m

Route Summary

A quick read on whether this route feels easy, ambitious, or worth planning around.

Trip Read

A short regional drive

This route is short enough to handle as a quick errand, commute, or easy same-day return without much planning overhead.

Drive Time
00h 36m
Quick drive
Same-Day Return
01h 12m
Round-trip wheel time
Road vs Air
+4.3 mi
27.7 mi direct line
Halfway Stop
Belcher
00h 18m from Vivian
Leave By
7:18 PM CDT
Flexible departure
Weather Watch

Sunny leaving Vivian and Sunny near Shreveport.

Trip Questions

Direct answers travelers usually want before committing to the drive.

How long does it take to drive from Vivian to Shreveport?

The road trip is about 32 miles (51.5 km) and usually takes 00h 36m in normal driving conditions.

Is this a same-day trip or an overnight route?

This route is short enough to handle as a quick errand, commute, or easy same-day return without much planning overhead.

What is the halfway point on this route?

Belcher is a useful midpoint, sitting about 16 miles from Vivian and 16 miles from Shreveport.

How much longer is the road route than the straight-line distance?

The direct path is about 27.7 miles (44.5 km), while the road route adds roughly 4.3 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 7:00 AM to 7:00 PM CDT. If you want a more comfortable same-day return, try to leave by 7:18 PM CDT.

How much will gas cost for this route?

Using about 28.3 MPG, regular gas is estimated at $4.28 one way or $8.56 round trip. Estimated CO2 is about 10 kg one way.

What should you check before leaving?

Before you leave, expect Sunny around Vivian and Sunny near Shreveport.

Stop Ideas Near Belcher

Useful break, food, and waypoint ideas within about 15 miles of the route midpoint.

Mid-route Guidance
Local place coverage is thin around Belcher, so nearby transit and meeting points are shown instead.
Reviewed stop coverage is still thin around this midpoint, so practical transit waypoints are shown on the right.

Transit and Meeting Points

Useful pickup, handoff, or rendezvous points close to Belcher.

BUS

Shreveport, Louisiana

27 mi away
451 Clyde Fant Parkway
BUS

Shreveport, LA

27 mi away
408 Fannin Street
RAIL

Marshall

55 mi away
800 North Washington Street - suite 2
RAIL

Texarkana

77 mi away
100 East Front Street

Flight Path Map

This map shows the direct air route between Vivian and Shreveport. Straight-line distance: 27.62 mi (44.45 km).

Vivian

#1 Vivian

Town in Caddo Parish, Louisiana, United States

Population3,443
Coordinates32.8715300, -93.9874000
Altitude78
CountryUnited States
Shreveport

#2 Shreveport

The second most populous city in Louisiana.

Population184,786
Coordinates32.5251500, -93.7501800
Altitude44
CountryUnited States
Start: West Arkansas Avenue (-93.98733, 32.871666)
End: River Parkway (-93.750913, 32.525036)

Estimated Travel Time

Distance: 52 km by road

SpeedTime
30 mph (48.3 km/h)01h 03m
40 mph (64.37 km/h)00h 48m
50 mph (80.47 km/h)00h 38m
60 mph (96.56 km/h)00h 32m
70 mph (112.65 km/h)00h 27m
80 mph (129 km/h)00h 23m

Fuel, Round Trip and CO2

Estimated fuel cost and emissions for this route.

One-way fuel
1.13 gal
4.28 L · about $4.28
Round trip
$8.56
2.26 gal · 8.56 L
Estimated CO2
10 kg one way
Round trip: 20.1 kg / 44 lb CO2, using regular gasoline.
Fuel$/galOne wayRound trip
Regular gas $3.79 $4.28 $8.56
Mid-grade $4.26 $4.81 $9.63
Premium $4.63 $5.23 $10.45
Diesel $5.42 $6.12 $12.24

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 · May 13, 2026

There is no time difference between Vivian and Shreveport. The current time is 20:55:23.

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How did we calculate? Place names are translated into coordinates. The Haversine formula calculates straight-line distance; driving distance uses road network data.