Lexington, Kentucky to Shreveport: Road Trip Guide & Distance
How far is Lexington, Kentucky from Shreveport?
The distance from Lexington, Kentucky to Shreveport is 645.4 miles (1038.6 km) as the crow flies. Shreveport is located WSW of Lexington, Kentucky. By car, the driving distance is approximately 774.4 miles, taking about 15h 35min. A direct flight would take roughly 1h 48min. Both are located in United States — Lexington, Kentucky in Kentucky 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.
Coordinates come from public place data for Lexington, Kentucky 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 Lexington, Kentucky to Shreveport
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Quick Facts
Did You Know?
- At walking speed (3 mph), it would take about 215 hours of non-stop walking
- By bicycle at 12 mph, the journey would take roughly 54 hours
- You could travel this distance about 38.6 times to circle the Earth's equator