Houston to Shreveport: Road Trip Guide & Distance

213.7 miles 343.9 km · straight line
240 miles actual route 386.3 km · driving distance
4h 39min estimated drive time
$23 - $28 estimated fuel cost
~56min flight time
26° NNE bearing direction

How far is Houston from Shreveport?

The distance from Houston to Shreveport is 213.7 miles (343.9 km) as the crow flies. Shreveport is located NNE of Houston. By car, the driving distance is approximately 240 miles, taking about 4h 39min. A direct flight would take roughly 56min. Both are located in United States — Houston in Texas 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. Heading East means you'll be driving into the sunrise if you start early. Keep your windshield clean for the best visibility. 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 Houston 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.

How to Get from Houston to Shreveport

Method Time Est. Cost Best For
Drive 4h 39min $23 - $28 Flexible stops
Fly ~56min $80–200* Speed
Bus ~5h 35min $19–$36* Budget
Train ~4h 25min $29–$84* Comfort

Suggested Stops Between Houston & Shreveport

Quick Facts

Houston
29.76°N, 95.37°W
America/Chicago
15m 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 71 hours of non-stop walking
  • By bicycle at 12 mph, the journey would take roughly 18 hours
  • You could travel this distance about 116.5 times to circle the Earth's equator
Data Sources & Estimate Notes GeoNames · OpenStreetMap · OSRM