How far is Baton Rouge, LA from Krotz Springs, LA?
The driving distance from Baton Rouge, LA to Krotz Springs, LA is about 38.9 miles (62.6 km), with a travel time of about 00h 53m by car.
- The straight-line flight distance is about 34.3 miles (55.2 km).
- For a round trip, plan for roughly 01h 46m of driving time before adding stops, traffic, or weather delays.
- A comfortable departure window is usually 8:00 AM to 10:00 AM CDT.
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This route works well as a day trip with time at the destination.
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Drive time stays fixed at 00h 53m.
A morning start gives you useful time at the destination and keeps the return out of the late evening.
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Halfway Point
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City in Louisiana, United States of America
Route Weather Snapshot
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Partly Sunny then Slight Chance Showers And Thunderstorms
Driving Route Map
The map below follows the saved road route between Baton Rouge and Krotz Springs.
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Baton Rouge and Krotz Springs.
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Start on Government Street
92 m · 11 sec · Government Street
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Turn right onto Saint Ferdinand Street
631 ft · 17 sec · Saint Ferdinand Street
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Take the ramp slight right
1222 ft · 30 sec
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Merge slight left onto Horace Wilkinson Bridge
3.1 mi · 3 min · Horace Wilkinson Bridge
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Take the exit slight right toward LA 415: Lobdell
1842 ft · 45 sec
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Keep slight right to continue on LA 415: Lobdell
97 m · 8 sec
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Merge slight left onto North Lobdell Highway
3.6 mi · 5 min · North Lobdell Highway
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Merge slight left onto State Route 1
30.6 mi · 41 min · State Route 1
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Turn left onto Florida Street
154 m · 16 sec · Florida Street
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Turn right onto 8th Avenue
2229 ft · 1 min · 8th Avenue
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At the end of the road, turn left onto Main Street
1189 ft · 35 sec · Main Street
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Turn left onto Krotz Street
46 m · 7 sec · Krotz Street
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Arrive at your destination
0 m · 1 sec · Krotz Street
Car Route Details
A richer read on the saved driving route between Baton Rouge and Krotz Springs.
Highway-focused drive
Most of the mileage stays on named highways, so the important moments are ramps, exits, merges, and the final local approach.
State Route 1
Merge slight left onto State Route 1
30.6 mi · 00h 41m
Route Summary
A quick read on whether this route feels easy, ambitious, or worth planning around.
A comfortable day-trip route
This route works well as a day trip. You can leave in the morning, spend meaningful time at the destination, and still return the same day.
Partly Sunny leaving Baton Rouge and Partly Sunny then Slight Chance Showers And Thunderstorms near Krotz Springs.
Trip Questions
Direct answers travelers usually want before committing to the drive.
How long does it take to drive from Baton Rouge to Krotz Springs?
The road trip is about 38.9 miles (62.6 km) and usually takes 00h 53m in normal driving conditions.
Is this a same-day trip or an overnight route?
This route works well as a day trip. You can leave in the morning, spend meaningful time at the destination, and still return the same day.
What is the halfway point on this route?
Maringouin is a useful midpoint, sitting about 19.4 miles from Baton Rouge and 19.4 miles from Krotz Springs.
How much longer is the road route than the straight-line distance?
The direct path is about 34.3 miles (55.2 km), while the road route adds roughly 4.6 extra miles because roads do not follow the straight air line.
When is the best time to leave for this route?
A good departure window is usually 8:00 AM to 10:00 AM CDT. If you want a more comfortable same-day return, try to leave by 4:44 PM CDT.
How much will gas cost for this route?
Using about 28.3 MPG, regular gas is estimated at $5.19 one way or $10.38 round trip. Estimated CO2 is about 12.2 kg one way.
What should you check before leaving?
Before you leave, expect Partly Sunny around Baton Rouge and Partly Sunny then Slight Chance Showers And Thunderstorms near Krotz Springs.
Stop Ideas Near Maringouin
Useful break, food, and waypoint ideas within about 15 miles of the route midpoint.
Transit and Meeting Points
Useful pickup, handoff, or rendezvous points close to Maringouin.
Baton Rouge, Louisiana
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Flight Path Map
This map shows the direct air route between Baton Rouge and Krotz Springs. Straight-line distance: 34.28 mi (55.17 km).
#1 Baton Rouge
The capital of Louisiana.
| Population | 219,052 |
| Coordinates | 30.4433200, -91.1874700 |
| Altitude | 14 |
| Country | United States |
#2 Krotz Springs
Town in Louisiana, United States of America
| Population | 1,157 |
| Coordinates | 30.5368600, -91.7528900 |
| Altitude | 8 |
| Country | United States |
End: Krotz Springs (-91.75289, 30.53686)
Estimated Travel Time
Distance: 63 km by road
| Speed | Time |
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| 30 mph (48.3 km/h) | 01h 17m |
| 40 mph (64.37 km/h) | 00h 58m |
| 50 mph (80.47 km/h) | 00h 46m |
| 60 mph (96.56 km/h) | 00h 38m |
| 70 mph (112.65 km/h) | 00h 33m |
| 80 mph (129 km/h) | 00h 29m |
Fuel, Round Trip and CO2
Estimated fuel cost and emissions for this route.
| Fuel | $/gal | One way | Round trip |
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| Regular gas | $3.79 | $5.19 | $10.38 |
| Mid-grade | $4.26 | $5.83 | $11.67 |
| Premium | $4.63 | $6.34 | $12.67 |
| Diesel | $5.42 | $7.42 | $14.84 |
Assumes 8.3 L/100 km (about 28.3 MPG). CO2 is an estimate and varies by vehicle, fuel blend, traffic, and terrain.
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