Benton to Shreveport: Road Trip Guide & Distance

156 miles 251.1 km · straight line
195 miles estimated 313.9 km · driving distance
3h 55min estimated drive time
$19 - $23 estimated fuel cost
~49min flight time
206° SSW bearing direction

How far is Benton from Shreveport?

The distance from Benton to Shreveport is 156 miles (251.1 km) as the crow flies. Shreveport is located SSW of Benton. By car, the driving distance is approximately 195 miles, taking about 3h 55min. A direct flight would take roughly 49min. Both are located in United States — Benton in Arkansas and Shreveport in Louisiana.

For a drive of this length, it's recommended to plan at least one quick rest stop to stretch your legs and grab a coffee. Since you'll be heading mostly West, pack a good pair of sunglasses if you plan to drive during the late afternoon to avoid the harsh sun glare. Given the short distance, driving or taking a train is often faster and more convenient than dealing with airport security and flight boarding times.

Coordinates come from public place data for Benton and Shreveport. The driving distance is estimated from straight-line distance with a road-factor model, so confirm the route in your navigation app. Fuel, flight, bus, and train values are planning estimates and can change by date, provider, road closures, and border rules.

How to Get from Benton to Shreveport

Method Time Est. Cost Best For
Drive 3h 55min $19 - $23 Flexible stops
Fly ~49min $80–200* Speed
Bus ~4h 42min $16–$29* Budget
Train ~3h 43min $23–$68* Comfort

Suggested Stops Between Benton & Shreveport

Quick Facts

Benton
34.56°N, 92.59°W
America/Chicago
124m elevation
Shreveport
32.53°N, 93.75°W
America/Chicago
56m elevation
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Did You Know?

  • At walking speed (3 mph), it would take about 52 hours of non-stop walking
  • By bicycle at 12 mph, the journey would take roughly 13 hours
  • You could travel this distance about 159.6 times to circle the Earth's equator
Data Sources & Estimate Notes GeoNames · OpenStreetMap · Driving distance estimated using road factor coefficients