Jackson to Shreveport Truck Dispatch
Freight route connecting Jackson, MS to Shreveport, LA (217 miles). Connects Jackson to northern Louisiana's oil/gas and distribution base via I-20.
What do truck dispatch rates run from Jackson to Shreveport?
Jackson to Shreveport is a 217-mile lane paying about $553 - $639 per load, near $2.55 - $2.95 a mile. Freight is mostly consumer goods, river/intermodal-connected freight and nearshoring-connected freight.
- Distance
- 217 miles
- Avg. rate / load
- $553 - $640
- Rate per mile
- $2.55 - $2.95
- Transit time
- Same day / 3 hrs
- Deadhead risk
- 15-20%
Lane rates reviewed September 2026. These numbers follow 2026 spot-market pricing for this Louisiana-adjacent corridor. See our dispatch fee structure.
Jackson to Shreveport
Jackson to Shreveport is a 217-mile, roughly 3.5-hour run west, connecting Mississippi's capital to Louisiana's growing logistics market. The Port of Caddo-Bossier near Shreveport connects to the Red River and Mississippi River system, and a recent 100,000-square-foot port expansion reflects growing nearshoring-driven demand for regional trucking.
Origin
Jackson, MS
Destination
Shreveport, LA
Distance
217 miles
Transit Time
Same day / 3 hrs
Average Rate
$553 - $640
Rate per Mile
$2.55 - $2.95
217-mile lane, about 3.5 hours west
The Port of Caddo-Bossier connects the Red River to the Mississippi River system
A recent 100,000-square-foot port expansion reflects growing regional freight demand
Jackson to Shreveport: route facts a driver should know
Shreveport is building a major film production hub
Shreveport is building a major film/TV production hub through G-Unit Studios, with an independent economic-impact study projecting $18.8 billion in economic impact and more than 6,000 jobs statewide over 20 years.
Source: Louisiana Economic Development, G-Unit Film & Television announcement. Checked 30 Sep 2026.
Jackson sits at Mississippi's I-20/I-55 crossroads
Jackson is Mississippi's capital and largest city, sitting directly at the junction of I-20 and I-55, a natural freight crossroads roughly midway between Memphis and New Orleans.
Source: City of Jackson, MS, Office of Economic Development. Checked 30 Sep 2026.
Diesel for this lane
How much is the diesel for Jackson to Shreveport?
About $197.07 this week. The lane is 217 miles. A truck that gets 6.5 miles per gallon uses about 33 gallons, and diesel is averaging $5.90 a gallon on this lane (week of October 19, 2026). The U.S. average diesel price is up 10 cents this week.
An estimate. It uses EIA's weekly average for this region, not the price at each pump. Your mpg and fuel card discounts change it.
- Distance
- 217 mi
- Diesel needed
- 33 gal
- Price used
- $5.90/gal
- Fuel cost
- $197.07
Common Freight Types
Consumer goods, river/intermodal-connected freight and nearshoring-connected freight fill the trailers heading west.
- Energy Equipment
- Consumer Goods
- Industrial Materials
What makes the Jackson to Shreveport lane difficult?
A medium-length lane keeps per-load rates in a moderate range
A medium-length lane keeps per-load rates in a moderate range.
Competition from established Shreveport-based carriers can pressure rates
Competition from established Shreveport-based carriers can pressure rates.
Winter weather can occasionally affect road conditions
Winter weather can occasionally affect road conditions.
What freight moves on the Jackson to Shreveport lane?
What travels between Jackson and Shreveport, and why the Port of Caddo-Bossier matters here.
Primary Commodities
- •Energy Equipment
- •Consumer Goods
- •Industrial Materials
Secondary Commodities
- •River/rail-intermodal-connected freight (Port of Caddo-Bossier)
- •Consumer goods
- •Nearshoring-connected freight
Seasonal Cargo
Peak seasons for this lane:
- •Consumer goods (holiday surge)
- •River/intermodal-connected freight (steady)
- •Nearshoring-connected freight (steady, growing)
When is the Jackson to Shreveport lane busiest?
Retail timing and steady nearshoring freight both shape this lane.
Q1 (Jan-Mar): Slow Period?
A modest dip after the holidays, cushioned by steady intermodal freight.
Q4 (Oct-Dec): Peak Period?
Consumer goods climb from October through December.
Produce Season?
Not a major factor on this lane.
- •Q4 holiday retail season
- •Steady nearshoring-driven freight year-round
- •Summer freight demand
Seasonal Strategy Summary
This lane runs steady year-round, without a major seasonal swing to plan around.
How do I negotiate the best rate on the Jackson to Shreveport lane?
When to book, who pays extra, and which loads need a market check.
When to Book
Suggested booking window:
1-2 days out is typical for this haul.
What Brokers Pay More
Loads that command more:
Time-critical nearshoring-connected freight tends to pay a premium given its growth.
When to Avoid
Loads to price carefully:
Be careful committing to a fast winter delivery without checking road conditions.
Rate Negotiation Tips for Jackson to Shreveport
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This is a long haul at 190 miles, so plan for a solid one-day trip, all on I-20.
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Amazon operates a fulfillment center in Shreveport, worth asking about for logistics freight.
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Jackson's I-20/I-55 crossroads position makes this an easy lane to combine with other Southern freight.
How do I find a backhaul load on the Jackson to Shreveport lane?
The Port of Caddo-Bossier's river connections make an eastbound load realistic.
Best Return Cities
Where to look for the return load:
- •Shreveport, LA
- •Regional distribution hubs near Shreveport
Deadhead Risk %
Deadhead risk on this lane: 15-20%
With a recent 100,000-square-foot port expansion, there is real backhaul variety.
Alternative Routes
If the first load falls through, try these:
- •After delivery, look for reloads in Shreveport, Bossier City, and Monroe. Your best targets are energy, food, manufacturing and regional distribution freight. Also look at nearby distribution, manufacturing, port, food or farm facilities. If the main reload market is thin, reposition toward the nearest listed return city. Don't accept a long empty move.
Backhaul Optimization Tips
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Shreveport's growing film production and logistics base gives you real backhaul options.
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Jackson's crossroads position keeps eastbound loads flowing too.
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This lane is short enough for a same-day or next-day backhaul.
What do experienced dispatchers know about the Jackson to Shreveport lane?
Three notes before this river-corridor run.
This lane pairs well with a same-day or next-day return load.
Check current Shreveport-area freight-market rates before committing to a slow-season load.
Check winter conditions before a late-fall through early-spring run.
Shreveport's growing film industry and Amazon fulfillment center make this worth watching as freight demand builds over the next few years.
Jackson to Shreveport Lane FAQs
Answers on drive time, the Port of Caddo-Bossier, and market conditions.
The lane data shows about $553 - $639 per load, or $2.55 - $2.95 a mile, across 217 miles.
The Port of Caddo-Bossier connects the Red River to the Mississippi River system, and a recent 100,000-square-foot expansion reflects growing demand.
About 3.5 hours for the 217 miles.
Reasonably, given the port's river connections and growing nearshoring-driven trucking demand.
Other Mississippi freight lanes we dispatch
- Jackson to Indianola
- Jackson to Baton Rouge
- Jackson to Memphis
- Jackson to New Orleans
- Jackson to Atlanta
- Jackson to Gulfport
Local resources
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