How far is Lafayette, LA from Baton Rouge, LA?
The driving distance from Lafayette, LA to Baton Rouge, LA is about 55.1 miles (88.6 km), with a travel time of about 00h 57m by car.
- The straight-line flight distance is about 51.9 miles (83.5 km).
- For a round trip, plan for roughly 01h 54m 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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Leave and Arrive Planner
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Drive time stays fixed at 00h 57m.
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Halfway Point
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City in Louisiana, United States of America
Route Weather Snapshot
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Driving Route Map
The map below follows the saved road route between Lafayette and Baton Rouge.
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Lafayette and Baton Rouge.
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Start on Rue Vermilion Ouest
102 m · 22 sec · Rue Vermilion Ouest
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Turn left onto Rue Jefferson
1654 ft · 51 sec · Rue Jefferson
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Continue on Jefferson Boulevard
1447 ft · 47 sec · Jefferson Boulevard
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Turn left onto Northeast Evangeline Thruway
1.9 mi · 3 min · Northeast Evangeline Thruway
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Take the exit straight toward I 10 East: Baton Rouge
2523 ft · 1 min
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Merge slight left
51.3 mi · 58 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 Lafayette 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.
I 10 East
Merge slight left
51.3 mi · 00h 58m
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.
Mostly Clear leaving Lafayette and Clear near Baton Rouge.
Trip Questions
Direct answers travelers usually want before committing to the drive.
How long does it take to drive from Lafayette to Baton Rouge?
The road trip is about 55.1 miles (88.6 km) and usually takes 00h 57m 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 27.7 miles from Lafayette and 27.3 miles from Baton Rouge.
How much longer is the road route than the straight-line distance?
The direct path is about 51.9 miles (83.5 km), while the road route adds roughly 3.2 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 4:36 PM CDT.
How much will gas cost for this route?
Using about 28.3 MPG, regular gas is estimated at $7.35 one way or $14.69 round trip. Estimated CO2 is about 17.2 kg one way.
What should you check before leaving?
Before you leave, expect Mostly Clear around Lafayette and Clear near Baton Rouge.
Stop Ideas Near Maringouin
Useful break, food, and waypoint ideas within about 15 miles of the route midpoint.
Transit and Meeting Points
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Baton Rouge, Louisiana
Lafayette
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Flight Path Map
This map shows the direct air route between Lafayette and Baton Rouge. Straight-line distance: 51.9 mi (83.52 km).
#1 Lafayette
The third most populous city in Acadiana, Louisiana.
| Population | 126,535 |
| Coordinates | 30.2240900, -92.0198400 |
| Altitude | 11 |
| 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: 89 km by road
| Speed | Time |
|---|---|
| 30 mph (48.3 km/h) | 01h 50m |
| 40 mph (64.37 km/h) | 01h 22m |
| 50 mph (80.47 km/h) | 01h 06m |
| 60 mph (96.56 km/h) | 00h 55m |
| 70 mph (112.65 km/h) | 00h 47m |
| 80 mph (129 km/h) | 00h 41m |
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 | $7.35 | $14.69 |
| Mid-grade | $4.26 | $8.26 | $16.52 |
| Premium | $4.63 | $8.97 | $17.95 |
| Diesel | $5.42 | $10.51 | $21.01 |
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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