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Trip from Shreveport, LA to Maryland, LA

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

Drive Time

3h 46m

Distance

250.5 mi

403 km

Drive Score

8/10

Great drive

Same Day?

Yes, doable

Fuel Cost

$38

one way

EV Charging

Good

8 stations

Best Time to Leave

Save up to 38 min
4 AM
3h 34m ★
6 AM
3h 46m
8 AM
4h 12m
10 AM
3h 55m
12 PM
3h 53m
3 PM
3h 56m
5 PM
4h 10m
8 PM
3h 39m

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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Downtown Maryland, LA, LA

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 realistic if you keep stops short.

Break Rhythm

1 planned break

A short stop every 2 to 3 hours is enough for this drive.

Midpoint

125.3 miles from Shreveport, LA

A natural place for your longest stop of the day , about 1h 53m into the drive .

Main Roads

Road Distance Duration
Jack Wells Boulevard — —
Airport Drive — —
North Common Street — —
Caddo Street — —
Ford Street — —
Allen Avenue — —
I 49 South — —
Louisiana Korean War Veterans Memorial Highway — —

Some road-level metrics are being recalculated.

Longest stretch: Jack Wells Boulevard — detailed segment metrics are refreshing.

Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions

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

1

Start on River Parkway

0.5 mi · 1 min · River Parkway
2

Turn left onto Jack Wells Boulevard

0.1 mi · 31 sec · Jack Wells Boulevard
3

Turn left onto Airport Drive

0.3 mi · 39 sec · Airport Drive
4

Turn right onto North Common Street

1.4 mi · 2 min · North Common Street
5

Turn right onto Caddo Street

0.3 mi · 37 sec · Caddo Street
6

Continue on Ford Street

0.1 mi · 23 sec · Ford Street
7

Turn left onto Allen Avenue

0.8 mi · 1 min · Allen Avenue
8

Keep slight left to continue on I 49 South: Alexandria

0.7 mi · 1 min · I 49 South: Alexandria
9

Continue on Louisiana Korean War Veterans Memorial Highway

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

Take the exit slight right toward US 190: Baton Rouge, Opelousas

0.5 mi · 1 min · US 190: Baton Rouge, Opelousas
11

Keep slight left to continue on US 190 East: Baton Rouge

361 ft · 10 sec · US 190 East: Baton Rouge
12

Merge slight right

49 mi · 1 hr 3 min
13

Keep slight left

5.4 mi · 7 min
14

Take the exit right

0.2 mi · 28 sec
15

Turn straight onto Scenic Highway

0.1 mi · 17 sec · Scenic Highway
16

Continue on Scenic Highway

1.3 mi · 2 min · Scenic Highway
17

Turn slight right onto Scotland Avenue

1.6 mi · 3 min · Scotland Avenue
18

Turn right

85 ft · 6 sec
19

Arrive at your 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 125.3 miles from Shreveport, LA, or about 1h 53m into the drive.

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 49m in

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

Halfway reset

Around 125.3 miles or 1h 53m 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 5m

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

Before You Leave

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

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

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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 250.5 miles and 3h 46m.

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.

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 125.3 miles from Shreveport, LA, which is a good place for a longer meal and fuel stop.

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

Nearby Places

Restaurants, cafes, gas stations and more along your route.

Top Restaurant

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

2.7 mi from route ~7 min detour $10 to $20 mile 125.3

Alexandria, Louisiana

Hours: 11 am–2 pm

+13184484220

Visit website

Brocatos Breakfast & Lunch

4.7 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Around the midpoint, short detour

3 mi from route ~7 min detour $10 to $20 mile 125.3

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

0.6 mi from route ~2 min detour mile 125.3

Alexandria, Louisiana

Hours: Open 24 hours

Visit website

Tesla Supercharger

4.1 ★ ★ ★ ★ ☆

Early in the drive, short detour

1.2 mi from route ~3 min detour mile 71.6

Natchitoches, Louisiana

Hours: Open 24 hours

Visit website

InCharge Energy Charging Station

2.6 ★ ★ ★ ☆ ☆

Near the start, right off the route

0.9 mi from route ~2 min detour mile 17.9

Stonewall, Louisiana

Hours: 7:30 am–6 pm

+18333994638

Visit website

Electrify America Charging Station

4.3 ★ ★ ★ ★ ☆

Around the midpoint, short detour

2.4 mi from route ~6 min detour mile 125.3

Alexandria, Louisiana

Hours: Open 24 hours

+18336322778

Visit website

ChargePoint Charging Station

4.1 ★ ★ ★ ★ ☆

Near the start, short detour

2.3 mi from route ~6 min detour

Bossier City, Louisiana

Hours: Open 24 hours

+18887584389

Visit website

Tesla Supercharger

4.1 ★ ★ ★ ★ ☆

Near the start, short detour

3.2 mi from route ~8 min detour

Shreveport, Louisiana

Hours: Open 24 hours

+18777983752

Visit website

Tesla Supercharger

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

0.9 mi from route ~2 min detour mile 71.6

Natchitoches, Louisiana

Hours: Open 24 hours

+18889982546

Visit website

Alexandria Museum of Art

4.6 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Around the midpoint, right off the route

0.8 mi from route ~2 min detour mile 125.3

Alexandria, Louisiana

Hours: 10 am–5 pm

+13184433458

Visit website

BREC's Baton Rouge Zoo

4.2 ★ ★ ★ ★ ☆

Near the end, short detour

1.6 mi from route ~4 min detour mile 250.5

Baton Rouge, Louisiana

Hours: 9:30 am–4 pm

+12257753877

Visit website

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

Fuel & Cost

Regular Gas

$37.83 one way

$75.66 round trip

$3.84/gal 25.4 MPG avg 88 kg CO2
Fuel Type $/gal One Way Round Trip
midgrade $4.21 $41.53 $83.06
premium $4.56 $44.96 $89.92
diesel $5.61 $55.31 $110.61

No toll roads detected on this route.

Estimated Trip Cost (one way, 1 person)

Fuel

$38

Meals

$25–$50

Total

$63–$88

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

Estimated CO2 emission: 87.6 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-13.

Driving Electric?

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

Vehicle Type kWh Stops DC Fast Home Charge
Average EV 75.1 0 $26.30 $12.02
Efficient EV 62.6 0 $21.92 $10.02
EV Truck/SUV 100.2 1 $35.07 $16.03

Gas CO2

88 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 Apr 15, 2026

Origin

Shreveport, LA

Night in Shreveport on Saturday

Local time

11:58 PM

CDT

Current temp

57°F

Unavailable

Live forecast

Destination

Maryland, LA

Night in Maryland on Saturday

Local time

11:58 PM

CDT

Current temp

83°F

Unavailable

Live forecast

85°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

26 degrees warmer at arrival

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

Road read

3h 46m on the road

Use the two city cards together: check the sky where you start, then compare it with the local time and temperature at arrival.

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

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 0% highway — the rest is turn-by-turn surface driving.
19 navigation steps total — most of the decisions cluster near the start and finish.
Main road: Jack Wells Boulevard.

How Hard Is This Drive?

3/10

Expect a hands-on drive with frequent turns and local roads rather than long highway stretches. There are only a few real navigation decisions along the way.

Driving Effort 3/10

Easy - simple navigation with a manageable amount of wheel time

Balances navigation complexity with total wheel time.

This is a straightforward 3h 46m drive. You will face about 0 decision points, but nothing that requires special attention if you follow navigation.

Where does it get tricky?

This route does not have any notably tricky sections. Most of the drive from Shreveport, LA to Maryland, LA is straightforward, with well-signed roads and simple exits.

About the Cities

Starting in Shreveport, LA

Full guide →

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.

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 3h 46m. Total distance: 250.5 miles.

Family Friendly

Moderate complexity with 1 natural rest stops along the way.

Solo Traveler

3h 46m drive, comfortable solo distance.

First-Time Driver

Mostly highway driving (0%). Straightforward navigation.

Scenic Drive

Mostly surface roads route profile.

Frequently Asked Questions

We did not find dedicated rest areas on this route. For a drive this long, plan bathroom and stretch breaks around gas stations, fast-food stops, or small-town downtowns — check the Nearby Places section for options.

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.

This route does not have any notably tricky sections. Most of the drive from Shreveport, LA to Maryland, LA is straightforward, with well-signed roads and simple exits.

Possible but tiring. At 3.8 hours each way, an in-and-out day trip would put you behind the wheel for 7.5 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, and EIA for fuel prices. See our methodology for refresh cadence and limitations.

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