Bossier City ↔ Shreveport, LA
Shreveport lies about 9 miles southwest. In-state moves like this usually ride along on a longer carrier route.
Pickup and delivery across Bossier Parish and carriers on I-20 and I-220. We plan regular routes to Shreveport and Dallas.
Bossier City is one of the principal cities of the Shreveport–Bossier City metro area, about 9 miles northeast of Shreveport. Pickups here fall within Bossier Parish. About 62,700 people live here, according to the Census Bureau's 2023 estimate.
Car carriers reach Bossier City on I-20 and I-220, and US-71 also serves the area. Being close to Barksdale Air Force Base means a steady flow of PCS moves in and out of town.
Winters are fairly mild, so scheduling depends more on summer storms and holiday demand than on snow.
Measured in a straight line, Bossier City is about 278 miles from New Orleans, the state's largest city. The nearest other places with guides on this site are Shreveport (9 mi), Ruston (59 mi), and Nacogdoches (86 mi). The closest major out-of-state market is Dallas, TX, about 182 miles away.
Straight-line distances are shown for comparison. Road miles and timing come with your quote, and every route works in both directions.
Shreveport lies about 9 miles southwest. In-state moves like this usually ride along on a longer carrier route.
Roughly 182 miles west across the state line, a mid-range regional run. Dallas is a large metro with frequent carrier traffic.
PCS orders often connect these two military towns, about 407 miles apart. Pensacola sits near the Gulf coast.
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Civilian carriers usually can't drive onto Barksdale Air Force Base. Plan to meet off-base in Bossier City, and line up dates with your report or departure date if you're on PCS orders.
If your street in Bossier City is narrow or has HOA restrictions, a store lot or wide road nearby makes the handoff quick.
If your street is hard to reach, a large lot near I-20 is often the quickest handoff point in Bossier City.
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Yes. Most addresses in Bossier City can be served door to door. If HOA rules or narrow streets get in the way, we'll set a nearby meeting point instead.
Booking a week or two ahead usually gives you the most options. In Bossier City, summer is peak PCS season around Barksdale AFB.
Yes. Bossier City to Shreveport is about 9 miles in a straight line, and the road distance is longer. We'll quote the route both ways and give you a timing window before you book.
Usually not on the installation itself. Civilian carriers generally can't get on base, so pickup is set at an address or public lot off-base in Bossier City. Have your orders handy if your dates depend on a report date.
Open transport works well for most everyday cars and is the more affordable option. Enclosed transport protects luxury, classic or freshly detailed vehicles from road dust and weather along the way.
Carriers usually reach Bossier City on I-20 and I-220, with US-71 handling local access.
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