Distance Guide
How far is New Orleans from Shreveport?
The distance between New Orleans, LA and Shreveport, LA is about 281 miles — roughly a 5 hr 7 min drive at typical highway speeds.
Distance
281 mi
Drive time
5 hr 7 min
Midpoint
31.238°, -91.911°
Driving from New Orleans to Shreveport
Most drivers cover the 281-mile route in about 5 hr 7 min, depending on traffic, weather, and stops. The fair midpoint — a natural place to break the trip or meet someone driving from the other direction.
Meet in the middle instead of driving the whole way
If you and a friend are both making this trip just to see each other, meeting halfway saves everyone roughly half the drive — about 141 miles each instead of 281. MidMeetup picks the exact fair midpoint and recommends restaurants, coffee shops, and bars nearby.
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