Chicago to Shreveport: Road Trip Guide & Distance

How far is Chicago from Shreveport?

The distance from Chicago to Shreveport is 728.2 miles (1172 km) as the crow flies. Shreveport is located SSW of Chicago. By car, the driving distance is approximately 860.8 miles, taking about 15h 22min. A direct flight would take roughly 1h 58min. Both are located in United States — Chicago in Illinois and Shreveport in Louisiana.

This is a serious multi-day road trip! We strongly recommend breaking this journey up with an overnight stay to ensure you arrive safely and refreshed. 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. For a trip of this distance, flying is significantly faster. However, driving offers the flexibility to explore stops along the way.

Coordinates come from public place data for Chicago and Shreveport. The driving distance uses an OSRM road-route result when route data is available. Fuel, flight, bus, and train values are planning estimates and can change by date, provider, road closures, and border rules.