Trip from Shreveport, LA to Maryland, LA

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Compiled and reviewed by the US Trip Planner planning team at COD Solutions Oy · Last reviewed Jul 19, 2026 · Editorial standards

Drive Time

4h 38m

Distance

249.2 mi

401 km

Drive Score

9/10

Great drive

Same Day?

Yes, doable

Fuel Cost

$35

one way

EV Charging

Good

8 stations

Best Time to Leave

Save up to 40 min

4 AM

4h 25m ★

6 AM

4h 38m

8 AM

5h 5m

10 AM

4h 48m

12 PM

4h 45m

3 PM

4h 49m

5 PM

5h 4m

8 PM

4h 30m

Estimated drive times based on typical traffic patterns. Actual times may vary with weather, construction, and real-time conditions.

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parish seat of Caddo Parish, Louisiana, United States

Shreveport, LA

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Maryland, LA

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Trip Overview

This 250.5-mile journey from Shreveport, Louisiana, to Maryland, Louisiana, is a manageable one-day trip, clocking in at approximately 3 hours and 46 minutes. With a projected fuel cost of around $38, it's an economical option for a quick excursion within the Southeast region. The route primarily utilizes local roads, including Jack Wells Boulevard, Airport Drive, and North Common Street, suggesting a more intimate, turn-heavy driving experience rather than high-speed highway travel. This drive is best suited for those who prefer a more ground-level exploration of the local landscape, with a single recommended stop to break up the journey.

Trip Pace

Same-day drive is realistic

A same-day return is possible, but it will make for a full day on the road.

Break Rhythm

1 planned break

Plan on a short reset every 3 to 4 hours to stay fresh behind the wheel.

Midpoint

124.6 miles from Shreveport, LA

A natural place for your longest stop of the day , about 2h 12m into the drive .

Main Roads

Road	Distance	Duration
Louisiana Korean War Veterans Memorial Highway	186.4 mi	3h 10m
US 190	54.8 mi	1h 11m
Scotland Avenue	1.6 mi	3m
Scenic Highway	1.4 mi	2m
North Common Street	1.4 mi	2m
Allen Avenue	0.8 mi	1m
River Parkway	0.5 mi	1m
Caddo Street	0.3 mi	<1m

Longest stretch: Louisiana Korean War Veterans Memorial Highway — 186.4 mi, about 3h 10m

Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions

Step-by-step road directions between Shreveport, LA and Maryland, LA.

Start on River Parkway

0.5 mi · 1 min · River Parkway

Turn left onto Jack Wells Boulevard

0.1 mi · 31 sec · Jack Wells Boulevard

Turn left onto Airport Drive

0.3 mi · 39 sec · Airport Drive

Turn right onto North Common Street

1.4 mi · 2 min · North Common Street

Turn right onto LA 173

0.3 mi · 36 sec · Caddo Street

Continue on LA 173

0.1 mi · 23 sec · Ford Street

Turn left onto Allen Avenue

0.8 mi · 1 min · Allen Avenue

Keep slight left at fork

0.7 mi · 1 min

Toward I 49 South: Alexandria

Continue on I 49

186 mi · 3 hr 10 min · Louisiana Korean War Veterans Memorial Highway

Take the exit

0.5 mi · 1 min

Toward US 190: Baton Rouge, Opelousas

Keep slight left at fork

362 ft · 9 sec

Toward US 190 East: Baton Rouge

Merge onto US 190

49 mi · 1 hr 3 min · US 190

Use the straight / right lanes.

Keep slight left at fork onto US 190; LA 1

5.4 mi · 7 min · US 190; LA 1

Take the exit onto US 190 Business

0.2 mi · 28 sec · US 190 Business

Turn straight onto US 61 Bus; US 190 Bus

0.1 mi · 17 sec · Scenic Highway

Continue on US 61 Bus; US 190 Bus

1.3 mi · 2 min · Scenic Highway

Turn slight right onto LA 19

1.6 mi · 3 min · Scotland Avenue

Turn right

86 ft · 6 sec

Arrive at destination

Trip Plan

Given the 3-hour, 46-minute duration and 250.5-mile length, this trip is easily completed in a single day. Consider departing earlier in the morning to make the most of daylight and allow ample time for your single recommended stop. Since the route is predominantly local roads with a 0% highway share, be prepared for more frequent turns and potentially slower speeds. The fuel cost is estimated at $38, so ensure your tank is full before you leave Shreveport. A specific tip for this route: pay close attention to local signage, as the 'turn-heavy local drive' profile indicates a need for careful navigation.

Morning Departure

An early start around 7-8 AM gets you there with plenty of daylight left.

Evening Departure

A late afternoon start means arriving after dark. Morning is better.

You can normally do this drive in one day.

Plan roughly 1 meaningful break for fuel, food, and rest.

The halfway point lands around 124.6 miles from Shreveport, LA, or about 2h 12m into the drive.

The longest continuous stretch on this route runs about 186.4 miles.

This is a comfortable same-day trip.

Departure

Before you leave

Start with fuel, water, and navigation already sorted so the first hour feels easy.

First stop

Around 55 miles or 1h 1m in

Use this first pause for coffee, a restroom break, and a quick traffic check ahead.

Halfway reset

Around 124.6 miles or 2h 12m in

This is the best place for your longest stop, a real meal, and a full fuel check.

Final approach

Final hour starts around 3h 37m

Traffic, exits, and arrival timing usually matter more near Maryland, LA than in the middle of the route.

Before You Leave

Open the route before leaving Shreveport, LA so your first major turns are already loaded.

Leave with enough water and a charging cable within reach, not packed away.

Check your fuel range against the first long segment, especially if you are starting outside city service areas.

Day 1

Settle into the route from Shreveport, LA

This is one driving day of about 249.2 miles and 4h 38m.

Your first comfortable stop window is around 55 miles from Shreveport, LA.

This route can stay practical as a one-day drive if traffic stays reasonable.

Plan about 1 real break rather than only quick fuel stops.

The longest stretch is on Louisiana Korean War Veterans Memorial Highway for about 186.4 miles.

Where to Stop

Rest stops, refuel points, and overnight suggestions along this route.

largest city and parish seat of Rapides Parish, Louisiana, United States

Mid-route town

Meal stop

Alexandria, LA

125 mi into the route

Best for: Lunch, fuel, and a longer reset

This sits close to the middle of the route, so it works well for the longest stop of the day.

Pacing Suggestions

Bossier City, LA

Fuel and coffee

A short stop after about 55 miles helps settle the day before fatigue starts building.

Alexandria, LA

Meal break

The midpoint is around 124.6 miles from Shreveport, LA, which is a good place for a longer meal and fuel stop.

Before the longest stretch

Fuel check

Top up before Louisiana Korean War Veterans Memorial Highway if your tank is already low. That segment runs about 186.4 miles.

These stop ideas are pacing suggestions — the exact town or exit can change with traffic, hotel plans, and fuel range.

Stops Along Your Drive

Picked by where they fit in your drive — first break, midpoint reset, final stretch.

Best meal stop

Bon Asian Cafe

4.4 ★ ★ ★ ★ ☆

Shreveport, Louisiana

Near the start, right off the route

0.7 mi from route ~2 min detour $10 to $20

Hours: 9 am–8 pm

+13182207373

Visit website

The Cottage Restaurant

4.5 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Alexandria, Louisiana

2.7 mi

Brocatos Breakfast & Lunch

4.7 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Alexandria, Louisiana

3 mi

Bon Asian Cafe

4.4 ★ ★ ★ ★ ☆

Near the start, right off the route

0.7 mi from route ~2 min detour $10 to $20

Shreveport, Louisiana

Hours: 9 am–8 pm

+13182207373

Visit website

The Cottage Restaurant

4.5 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Around the midpoint, short detour

Halfway reset 2.7 mi from route ~7 min detour $10 to $20

Alexandria, Louisiana

Hours: 11 am–2 pm

+13184484220

Visit website

Brocatos Breakfast & Lunch

4.7 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Around the midpoint, short detour

Halfway reset 3 mi from route ~7 min detour $10 to $20

Alexandria, Louisiana

Hours: 6–9:30 am

+13184437520

Visit website

Whataburger

4.2 ★ ★ ★ ★ ☆

Near the start, short detour

2.9 mi from route ~7 min detour $10 to $20

Shreveport, Louisiana

Hours: Open 24 hours

+13182218259

Visit website

Whataburger

4.1 ★ ★ ★ ★ ☆

Near the start, ~9 min detour

3.4 mi from route ~9 min detour $10 to $20

Shreveport, Louisiana

Hours: Open 24 hours

+13188655254

Visit website

Sabores | Dominican Bar & Grill Restaurant

4.4 ★ ★ ★ ★ ☆

Near the start, ~9 min detour

3.7 mi from route ~9 min detour Moderately

Shreveport, Louisiana

Hours: 11 am–9 pm

+13183512761

Visit website

Querbes Restaurant

4.7 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Near the start, ~9 min detour

3.7 mi from route ~9 min detour $10 to $20

Shreveport, Louisiana

Hours: 8 am–3 pm

+13186737775

Visit website

Indigo Indian Bistro

4.2 ★ ★ ★ ★ ☆

Near the start, ~11 min detour

4.3 mi from route ~11 min detour $10 to $20

Shreveport, Louisiana

Hours: 11 am–2 pm

+13186290726

Visit website

Tesla Supercharger

4.4 ★ ★ ★ ★ ☆

Around the midpoint, right off the route

Halfway reset 0.6 mi from route ~2 min detour

Alexandria, Louisiana

Hours: Open 24 hours

Visit website

4.1 ★ ★ ★ ★ ☆

Near the start, short detour

3.4 mi from route ~8 min detour

Bossier City, Louisiana

Hours: Open 24 hours

Visit website

Blink Charging Station

Early in the drive, right off the route

Early stretch 0.9 mi from route ~2 min detour

Natchitoches, Louisiana

1.3 mi from route

Alexandria Museum of Art

4.6 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Around the midpoint, right off the route

Halfway reset 0.8 mi from route ~2 min detour

Alexandria, Louisiana

Hours: 10 am–5 pm

+13184433458

Visit website

BREC's Baton Rouge Zoo

4.2 ★ ★ ★ ★ ☆

Near the end, short detour

Home stretch 1.6 mi from route ~4 min detour

Baton Rouge, Louisiana

Hours: 9:30 am–4 pm

+12257753877

Visit website

Place data sourced from public business listings. Hours and availability may vary.

Heads-up: tricky spots

5 of 11

5 decision points cluster between mile 0.7 and 191.1 — GPS handles the exact turns, but know they're coming. Your lane choice matters more than the turn itself.

0.7 mi into trip | ~1m in | Airport Drive

Turn left onto Airport Drive

Navigation decision point

3.5 mi into trip | ~7m in

Keep slight left at fork toward I 49 South: Alexandria

Highway fork - watch signs carefully

Toward I 49 South: Alexandria

190.6 mi into trip | ~3h 19m in

Take the exit toward US 190: Baton Rouge, Opelousas

Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one

Toward US 190: Baton Rouge, Opelousas

191.1 mi into trip | ~3h 20m in

Keep slight left at fork toward US 190 East: Baton Rouge

Highway fork - watch signs carefully

Toward US 190 East: Baton Rouge

191.1 mi into trip | ~3h 20m in | US 190

Merge onto US 190

Merge point - match speed before joining. Lane positioning matters here

Use the straight / right lanes.

Fuel & Cost

Regular Gas

$34.59 one way

$69.19 round trip

$3.53/gal 25.4 MPG avg 87 kg CO₂

Fuel Type	$/gal	One Way	Round Trip
midgrade	$3.95	$38.70	$77.41
premium	$4.29	$42.08	$84.16
diesel	$4.80	$47.05	$94.11

No toll roads detected on this route.

Estimated Trip Cost (one way, 1 person)

Fuel

$35

Meals

$25–$50

Total

$60–$85

Rough estimate based on US averages. Hotel $80–$140/night, meals $25–$50/day.

Estimated CO2 emission: 87.2 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-07-13.

Driving Electric?

About $26 in charging · 0 stops · 67% less CO₂

Vehicle Type	kWh	Stops	DC Fast	Home Charge
Average EV	74.8	0	$26.17	$11.96
Efficient EV	62.3	0	$21.81	$9.97
EV Truck/SUV	99.7	1	$34.89	$15.95

Gas CO2

87 kg

EV CO2

29 kg (67% less)

Plan for 0 charging stops, roughly every 270 miles. Allow 25-40 minutes per stop at a DC fast charger.

DC fast charging avg $0.35/kWh. Home charging avg $0.16/kWh. US grid CO2: 0.39 kg/kWh.

Travel Intel

Current conditions at both ends of the drive.

Forecast as of Jul 18, 2026

Origin

Shreveport, LA

Late night in Shreveport on Sunday

Local time

2:13 AM

CDT

Current temp

94°F

Mostly Sunny

SW 5 mph 1% chance Live forecast

Heat Advisory

Heat Advisory issued July 18 at 1:20AM CDT until July 18 at 6:00PM CDT by NWS New Orleans LA

Heat Advisory

Heat Advisory issued July 17 at 11:57PM CDT until July 20 at 7:00PM CDT by NWS Jackson MS

Destination

Maryland, LA

Late night in Maryland on Sunday

Local time

2:13 AM

CDT

Current temp

92°F

Unavailable

Live forecast

95°F

Alexandria, LA

125 mi in

Seasonal Notes

Summer travel usually means heavier construction, hotter rest stops, and busier weekend traffic around major cities.

Winter travel shortens daylight, so a route that looks manageable on paper can feel much longer after dark.

Holiday weekends tend to make both departure and arrival windows slower than the raw route time suggests.

Time zone

Same local time

Origin and destination are on the same clock, so arrival timing is easier to judge at a glance.

Temperature spread

2 degrees cooler at arrival

A meaningful temperature swing is a good cue to rethink layers, water, and how soon you want to arrive.

Road read

4h 38m on the road

An early start around 7-8 AM gets you there with plenty of daylight left.

Weather data from the National Weather Service. Conditions may change; check closer to your travel date.

National Parks Near This Route

Worth a detour if your schedule allows.

Cane River Creole National Historical Park

National Historical Park

The Cane River region is home to a unique culture; the Creoles. Generations of the same families of workers, enslaved and tenant, and owners lived on these lands for over 200 years. The park tells the...

6 mi from route ~14 min detour Free near mile 85.9

View on nps.gov

Park data from the National Park Service API. Alerts update every 2 hours.

What kind of drive is this?

Expect a turn-heavy local drive for this 250.5-mile stretch, with a 0% highway share. This means you'll be navigating a series of surface streets and local roads, rather than cruising on interstates. The absence of long highway stretches means frequent turns and a more engaging, potentially slower pace as you move through communities. While there's no longest uninterrupted stretch noted, the profile suggests a continuous engagement with the local environment. You'll likely experience a more connected drive, passing through towns and neighborhoods rather than bypassing them.

Only 22% highway — the rest is turn-by-turn surface driving.

19 navigation steps total — most of the decisions cluster near the start and finish.

Longest single stretch: 186.4 mi on Louisiana Korean War Veterans Memorial Highway.

How Hard Is This Drive?

5/10

Expect a hands-on drive with frequent turns and local roads rather than long highway stretches. You will hit about 11 points where you need to pay attention to lane position or signs. The trickiest moment comes around 0.7 miles in near Airport Drive.

Driving Effort 5/10

Moderate - straightforward overall, but long enough or busy enough to require pacing

Balances navigation complexity with total wheel time.

This drive requires moderate attention. Across 249.2 miles you will encounter 11 spots where lane choice or exit timing matters. Not difficult for experienced highway drivers, but worth previewing the tricky sections before you go.

Where does it get tricky?

The main spots that need attention: at 0.7 miles (Airport Drive): Navigation decision point; at 3.5 miles: Highway fork - watch signs carefully; at 190.6 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one.

Elevation Profile

Mostly flat terrain

211 ft 18 ft

Total Climb

184 ft

Total Descent

296 ft

Highest Point

211 ft

~53.4 mi in

Elevation Range

193 ft

Towns Mentioned on Route Signs

Based on OSRM destination-sign hints, not a full list of every settlement the road passes.

On the drive from Shreveport, LA to Maryland, LA, road signs begin pointing toward Opelousas along the way.

Opelousas

190.6 mi in | ~3h 19m

About the Cities

Starting in Shreveport, LA

Full guide →

Founded 1836

Shreveport is the largest city in Northern Louisiana, part of the twin city metro of Shreveport-Bossier City, and is considered the principal city in the three-state region known as the "Ark-La-Tex." It has about 188,000 residents (2019), and is in the area of the state designated as the Sportsman's Paradise. Many lakes and rivers are in the area and offer recreational activities. The surrounding area is also a contrast from points in southern Louisiana, in that the landscape is marked by rolling hills and pine forests, being an extension of the Texas region known as the Piney Woods.

Top landmarks

• Petroleum Tower — 16-story high-rise office building located at 425 Edwards Street at the corner o...
• Shreveport Municipal Memorial Auditorium — theater and meeting hall in Shreveport, Louisiana, United States
• Strand Theatre — theater in Shreveport, Louisiana

Arriving in Maryland, LA

Full guide →

“Old Line State” · Founded 1788

Top landmarks

• Chesapeake Bay — estuary in the U.S. states of Maryland, Delaware, District of Columbia, and Virg...
• Susquehanna River — river in the northeastern United States
• United States Naval Academy — U.S. Navy federal service academy in the Annapolis, Maryland area

City content from Wikivoyage (CC BY-SA 4.0) and Wikidata (CC0).

Who Is This Route For?

Weekend Trip

Doable as a same-day drive at 4h 38m. Total distance: 249.2 miles.

Family Friendly

Moderate complexity with 1 natural rest stops along the way.

Solo Traveler

4h 38m drive, comfortable solo distance.

First-Time Driver

Mostly highway driving (22%). Some complex stretches to watch for.

Scenic Drive

Mostly surface roads route profile with national parks nearby.

Frequently Asked Questions

The longest stretch is about 186.4 miles on Louisiana Korean War Veterans Memorial Highway. The full list of main roads is in the Roads section above.

Yes — we found about 8 rest areas or service plazas within a short detour of the route (from OpenStreetMap). See the Rest Stops tab under Nearby Places for locations and mile markers. Plan to stretch, use the bathroom, and top off fluids every 2–3 hours on longer drives.

Yes, with realistic expectations. Build in a stop roughly every 2 hours, have snacks and activities ready, and check the Nearby Places tabs for kid-friendly stops along the way.

Yes — Cane River Creole National Historical Park. See the National Parks section for detour distances and tips on detours.

Possible but tiring. At 4.6 hours each way, an in-and-out day trip would put you behind the wheel for 9.3 hours — manageable with a long break at Maryland, LA, but most travelers stay overnight.

How this page is built

Compiled by the US Trip Planner planning team at COD Solutions Oy from open government datasets — OSRM over OpenStreetMap for geometry, EIA for fuel prices, USGS 3DEP for elevation, and NPS for national parks. See our methodology for refresh cadence and limitations.

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Trip from Shreveport, LA to Maryland, LA

Best Time to Leave

Trip Overview

Main Roads

Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions

Trip Plan

Before You Leave

Where to Stop

Pacing Suggestions

Stops Along Your Drive

Bon Asian Cafe

Bon Asian Cafe

The Cottage Restaurant

Brocatos Breakfast & Lunch

Whataburger

Whataburger

Sabores | Dominican Bar & Grill Restaurant

Querbes Restaurant

Indigo Indian Bistro

Tesla Supercharger

Tesla Supercharger

InCharge Energy Charging Station

Electrify America Charging Station

ChargePoint Charging Station

Tesla Supercharger

Tesla Supercharger

Blink Charging Station

Love's Travel Stop

Love's Travel Stop

Service Plaza

Service Plaza

I-49 Rest Area

Pilot Travel Center

Love's Travel Stop

Made To Go Truck Stop

Alexandria Museum of Art

BREC's Baton Rouge Zoo

Heads-up: tricky spots

Fuel & Cost

Travel Intel

Shreveport, LA

Maryland, LA

Same local time

2 degrees cooler at arrival

4h 38m on the road

National Parks Near This Route

Cane River Creole National Historical Park

What kind of drive is this?

How Hard Is This Drive?

Elevation Profile

Towns Mentioned on Route Signs

About the Cities

Starting in Shreveport, LA

Arriving in Maryland, LA

Who Is This Route For?

Frequently Asked Questions

Which road carries most of the drive?

Are there rest areas on this route?

Is this a good trip with kids?

Where does this route get tricky?

Are there national parks near this route?

Can I do this as a round trip in one go?

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