Columbia, Missouri to Shreveport: Road Trip Guide & Distance

How far is Columbia, Missouri from Shreveport?

The distance from Columbia, Missouri to Shreveport is 451.1 miles (725.9 km) as the crow flies. Shreveport is located S of Columbia, Missouri. By car, the driving distance is approximately 541.3 miles, taking about 10h 53min. A direct flight would take roughly 1h 24min. Both are located in United States — Columbia, Missouri in Missouri and Shreveport in Louisiana.

This is a solid day of driving. Be sure to take breaks every 2-3 hours to avoid driver fatigue, and plan your meals ahead of time. As you head South, expect warmer temperatures. Make sure your car's AC is working well before embarking on this journey.

Coordinates come from public place data for Columbia, Missouri 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.