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Shreveport to Baton Rouge Bus Schedule

Bus from Shreveport to Baton Rouge: Journey Information

There is one daily bus from Shreveport to Baton Rouge. Traveling by bus from Shreveport to Baton Rouge usually takes around 6 hours and 53 minutes, but the fastest Greyhound bus can make the trip in 4 hours and 55 minutes.

Distance210 mi (338 km)
Shortest duration4h 55m
Cheapest price€30.21
Trips per day1
Most frequent serviceGreyhound
Bus lines1

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How much is a bus ticket from Shreveport to Baton Rouge?

Bus tickets for a trip from Shreveport to Baton Rouge cost €31.47 on average. Opting to take a bus is a wallet-friendly way to make this trip. If you book your trip ahead of time using Wanderu, you can easily find bus tickets at or below this price.

Monthly avg. prices

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If you're on the hunt for the cheapest bus tickets from Shreveport to Baton Rouge, mark your calendar for October. During this period, you can expect to find the lowest average ticket price of the year, just €31. However, taking the bus from Shreveport to Baton Rouge during December is not so cheap. This time of year, ticket prices often reach an average of €44. The best way to find deals on a trip in December is to plan ahead and book your bus ticket as early as possible.

Prices as travel date approaches

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Most bus companies charge higher ticket prices closer to the date of travel, so it’s a good idea to buy your bus tickets as early as possible. To find the cheapest bus tickets, book your trip at least 23 days in advance. This way, you can save up to €17.02 on your bus ticket compared to booking last-minute.

What bus companies travel from Shreveport to Baton Rouge?

There is one intercity bus company available to search and book on Wanderu that operates from Shreveport to Baton Rouge. Greyhound is the only company that has bus schedules available to search and book at the moment. It only makes the trip once a day on most days.

BusDaily TripsAvg. TimeAvg. Price
Greyhound16h 54m€38.99
  • Greyhound is the largest nationwide bus carrier in the United States, offering cheap, safe and reliable service across the country. Greyhound has become a household name, serving over 16 million passengers per year with daily trips to over 2,400 destinations. Greyhound performs about 1 bus trips from Shreveport to Baton Rouge every day, with the average journey taking around 6 hours and 54 minutes to complete. Bus tickets for Greyhound trips to Baton Rouge usually start from €30.

Frequently asked questions about traveling by bus from Shreveport to Baton Rouge

The bus takes an average of 6 hours and 53 minutes to cover the 210 miles from Shreveport to Baton Rouge. However, the fastest bus only takes 4 hours and 55 minutes. It’s definitely on the longer side, so plan to get comfortable for a long road trip. Keep in mind that your actual bus may arrive earlier or later than scheduled, depending on whether there is more or less traffic than usual.

Travelers prefer riding the bus on Saturday to enjoy the weekend in Baton Rouge. If you are planning to travel on a Saturday, you should make sure to book tickets well in advance as they may sell out.

On the other hand, Monday is typically the least busy day for bus travel on this route. For a less crowded trip, try to book your bus travel for the beginning of the week.

There is usually only one bus per day from Shreveport to Baton Rouge. It leaves the station in Shreveport at 6:00am each day. The time might vary for specific dates, so be sure to search on Wanderu for the most up-to-date information.

There is usually only one bus per day from Shreveport to Baton Rouge. Fortunately, this happens to be a direct bus, meaning that you do not have to get on a different bus at any point during your trip.

City Information

Baton Rouge

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The humbler and more genial cousin of New Orleans, Baton Rouge is an attractive city with a rich history and remarkable cultural landmarks. The top destination in Baton Rouge is Louisiana's Old State Capitol. Boasting a Gothic Revival architectural style and awe-inspiring towers, the building is now a museum with numerous exhibits about the state's history. Next, visit the USS Kidd, considered one of the world's most authentically restored marine vessels. For those interested in rural American life, check out the LSU Rural Museum, whose exhibitions focus on the working classes of the 18th and 19th centuries.

Baton Rouge's food scene is just as vibrant as New Orleans', with a wide range of options to choose from. Those who love fine dining should not miss out on St Francisville Inn & Restaurant, which offers Southern specialties and amazing pub dishes. For a more unique taste, check out Cocha, which offers seasonal local dishes.

Baton Rouge Metropolitan Airport is the main airport in the city, located just 10 miles north of downtown. The city's bus terminal on Florida Blvd serves Amtrak trains as well as intercity Greyhound and Jefferson Lines buses.

Station Information

Where does the bus leave from in Shreveport?

Main departure station: SporTran Intermodal Terminal

Most buses depart from the main station in Shreveport.

All bus stations in Shreveport:

  • SporTran Intermodal Terminal

Where does the bus arrive in Baton Rouge?

Main arrival station: Baton Rouge Park & Ride

All buses from Shreveport arrive at one main station in Baton Rouge.

All bus stations in Baton Rouge:

  • Baton Rouge Park & Ride

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