How far is Krotz Springs, LA from Baton Rouge, LA?
The driving distance from Krotz Springs, LA to Baton Rouge, LA is about 39.1 miles (63 km), with a travel time of about 00h 44m by car.
- The straight-line flight distance is about 34.3 miles (55.2 km).
- For a round trip, plan for roughly 01h 29m of driving time before adding stops, traffic, or weather delays.
- A comfortable departure window is usually 7:00 AM to 7:00 PM CDT.
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City in Louisiana, United States of America
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Driving Route Map
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Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Krotz Springs and Baton Rouge.
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Start on Krotz Street
46 m · 7 sec · Krotz Street
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Turn right onto Main Street
1189 ft · 34 sec · Main Street
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Turn right onto 8th Avenue
2229 ft · 1 min · 8th Avenue
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Turn left onto Florida Street
138 m · 16 sec · Florida Street
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Turn right
30.7 mi · 41 min
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Keep slight right
3.6 mi · 5 min
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Turn left onto I 10 East: Baton Rouge
1512 ft · 37 sec
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Merge slight left
3 mi · 3 min
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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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Turn straight onto Oklahoma Street
151 m · 19 sec · Oklahoma Street
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Turn right onto Nicholson Drive
1685 ft · 34 sec · Nicholson Drive
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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 Krotz Springs and Baton Rouge.
Turn-heavy local drive
The route has frequent decision points for its length, so lane choice and turn timing will matter more than cruising speed.
Longest stretch
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30.7 mi · 00h 41m
Route Summary
A quick read on whether this route feels easy, ambitious, or worth planning around.
A short regional drive
This route is short enough to handle as a quick errand, commute, or easy same-day return without much planning overhead.
Mostly Sunny leaving Krotz Springs and Mostly Sunny near Baton Rouge.
Trip Questions
Direct answers travelers usually want before committing to the drive.
How long does it take to drive from Krotz Springs to Baton Rouge?
The road trip is about 39.1 miles (63 km) and usually takes 00h 44m in normal driving conditions.
Is this a same-day trip or an overnight route?
This route is short enough to handle as a quick errand, commute, or easy same-day return without much planning overhead.
What is the halfway point on this route?
Maringouin is a useful midpoint, sitting about 19.8 miles from Krotz Springs and 19.4 miles from Baton Rouge.
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 4.8 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 7:00 AM to 7:00 PM CDT. If you want a more comfortable same-day return, try to leave by 7:00 PM CDT.
How much will gas cost for this route?
Using about 28.3 MPG, regular gas is estimated at $5.23 one way or $10.45 round trip. Estimated CO2 is about 12.3 kg one way.
What should you check before leaving?
Before you leave, expect Mostly Sunny around Krotz Springs and Mostly Sunny near Baton Rouge.
Stop Ideas Near Maringouin
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Transit and Meeting Points
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Flight Path Map
This map shows the direct air route between Krotz Springs and Baton Rouge. Straight-line distance: 34.28 mi (55.17 km).
#1 Krotz Springs
Town in Louisiana, United States of America
| Population | 1,157 |
| Coordinates | 30.5368600, -91.7528900 |
| Altitude | 8 |
| 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: 63 km by road
| Speed | Time |
|---|---|
| 30 mph (48.3 km/h) | 01h 18m |
| 40 mph (64.37 km/h) | 00h 58m |
| 50 mph (80.47 km/h) | 00h 46m |
| 60 mph (96.56 km/h) | 00h 39m |
| 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 | $5.23 | $10.45 |
| Mid-grade | $4.26 | $5.88 | $11.75 |
| Premium | $4.63 | $6.38 | $12.76 |
| Diesel | $5.42 | $7.47 | $14.95 |
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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