How far is Henderson, LA from Baton Rouge, LA?
The driving distance from Henderson, LA to Baton Rouge, LA is about 43.3 miles (69.7 km), with a travel time of about 00h 46m by car.
- The straight-line flight distance is about 37 miles (59.6 km).
- For a round trip, plan for roughly 01h 32m 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.
Flight Distance
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Leave and Arrive Planner
Pick a departure time to see your estimated arrival and same-day return window.
Drive time stays fixed at 00h 46m.
A morning start gives you useful time at the destination and keeps the return out of the late evening.
This departure sits inside the recommended comfort window for the route.
Halfway Point
A useful midpoint for breaks, coffee, or meeting in the middle.
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Route Weather Snapshot
Check the forecast at both ends before you head out.
Patchy Fog then Showers And Thunderstorms Likely
Chance Showers And Thunderstorms
Driving Route Map
The map below follows the saved road route between Henderson and Baton Rouge.
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Henderson and Baton Rouge.
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Start on Main Street
1.7 mi · 3 min · Main Street
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2
Continue on Henderson Highway
1.4 km · 2 min · Henderson Highway
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3
Enter the roundabout and take exit 1 toward the route
21 m · 2 sec
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4
Exit the roundabout
1545 ft · 38 sec
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5
Merge slight left
39.6 mi · 46 min
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6
Take the exit slight right toward LA 30
1984 ft · 48 sec
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Keep slight right
122 m · 10 sec
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8
Turn straight onto Oklahoma Street
151 m · 19 sec · Oklahoma Street
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9
Turn right onto Nicholson Drive
1685 ft · 34 sec · Nicholson Drive
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10
Continue on Saint Louis Street
1378 ft · 45 sec · Saint Louis Street
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Turn right onto Government Street
4 m · 1 sec · Government Street
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Arrive at your destination
0 m · 1 sec · Government Street
Car Route Details
A richer read on the saved driving route between Henderson and Baton Rouge.
Highway-focused drive
Most of the mileage stays on named highways, so the important moments are ramps, exits, merges, and the final local approach.
Henderson Highway
Merge slight left
39.6 mi · 00h 46m
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.
Patchy Fog then Showers And Thunderstorms Likely leaving Henderson and Chance Showers And Thunderstorms near Baton Rouge.
Trip Questions
Direct answers travelers usually want before committing to the drive.
How long does it take to drive from Henderson to Baton Rouge?
The road trip is about 43.3 miles (69.7 km) and usually takes 00h 46m 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?
Grosse Tete is a useful midpoint, sitting about 21.7 miles from Henderson and 21.6 miles from Baton Rouge.
How much longer is the road route than the straight-line distance?
The direct path is about 37 miles (59.6 km), while the road route adds roughly 6.3 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 4:58 PM CDT.
How much will gas cost for this route?
Using about 28.3 MPG, regular gas is estimated at $5.79 one way or $11.59 round trip. Estimated CO2 is about 13.6 kg one way.
What should you check before leaving?
Before you leave, expect Patchy Fog then Showers And Thunderstorms Likely around Henderson and Chance Showers And Thunderstorms near Baton Rouge.
Stop Ideas Near Grosse Tete
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 Grosse Tete.
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Flight Path Map
This map shows the direct air route between Henderson and Baton Rouge. Straight-line distance: 37.05 mi (59.62 km).
#1 Henderson
Town in the U.
| Population | 1,785 |
| Coordinates | 30.3132500, -91.7903900 |
| Altitude | 3 |
| Country | United States |
#2 Baton Rouge
The capital of Louisiana.
| Population | 219,052 |
| Coordinates | 30.4433200, -91.1874700 |
| Altitude | 14 |
| Country | United States |
End: Saint Louis Street (-91.18751, 30.443332)
Estimated Travel Time
Distance: 70 km by road
| Speed | Time |
|---|---|
| 30 mph (48.3 km/h) | 01h 26m |
| 40 mph (64.37 km/h) | 01h 04m |
| 50 mph (80.47 km/h) | 00h 51m |
| 60 mph (96.56 km/h) | 00h 43m |
| 70 mph (112.65 km/h) | 00h 37m |
| 80 mph (129 km/h) | 00h 32m |
Fuel, Round Trip and CO2
Estimated fuel cost and emissions for this route.
| Fuel | $/gal | One way | Round trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| Regular gas | $3.79 | $5.79 | $11.59 |
| Mid-grade | $4.26 | $6.52 | $13.03 |
| Premium | $4.63 | $7.08 | $14.15 |
| Diesel | $5.42 | $8.28 | $16.57 |
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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