How far is Westlake, LA from Baton Rouge, LA?
The driving distance from Westlake, LA to Baton Rouge, LA is about 128.9 miles (207.4 km), with a travel time of about 02h 03m by car.
- The straight-line flight distance is about 123.8 miles (199.3 km).
- For a round trip, plan for roughly 04h 07m 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 02h 03m.
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Halfway Point
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Route Weather Snapshot
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Driving Route Map
The map below follows the saved road route between Westlake and Baton Rouge.
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Westlake and Baton Rouge.
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Start on Miller Avenue
1965 ft · 56 sec · Miller Avenue
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Turn right onto Isle of Capri Boulevard
1816 ft · 36 sec · Isle of Capri Boulevard
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Continue on Perkins Street
132 m · 9 sec · Perkins Street
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Continue on I- 10 Service Road
1272 ft · 26 sec · I- 10 Service Road
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Take the ramp slight right
38 m · 3 sec
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Turn right
597 ft · 15 sec
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Merge slight left
127 mi · 2 hr 21 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 Westlake and Baton Rouge.
Straightforward drive
The saved road route has a manageable number of maneuvers and should be easy to follow with normal attention to signs.
I- 10 Service Road
Merge slight left
127 mi · 02h 21m
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.
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Trip Questions
Direct answers travelers usually want before committing to the drive.
How long does it take to drive from Westlake to Baton Rouge?
The road trip is about 128.9 miles (207.4 km) and usually takes 02h 03m 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?
Duson is a useful midpoint, sitting about 64.5 miles from Westlake and 64.4 miles from Baton Rouge.
How much longer is the road route than the straight-line distance?
The direct path is about 123.8 miles (199.3 km), while the road route adds roughly 5.1 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 2:22 PM CDT.
How much will gas cost for this route?
Using about 28.3 MPG, regular gas is estimated at $17.23 one way or $34.46 round trip. Estimated CO2 is about 40.4 kg one way.
What should you check before leaving?
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Stop Ideas Near Duson
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 Duson.
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Baton Rouge, Louisiana
Flight Path Map
This map shows the direct air route between Westlake and Baton Rouge. Straight-line distance: 123.81 mi (199.25 km).
#1 Westlake
Human settlement in Louisiana, United States of America
| Population | 4,873 |
| Coordinates | 30.2421500, -93.2507100 |
| Altitude | 5 |
| 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: 207 km by road
| Speed | Time |
|---|---|
| 30 mph (48.3 km/h) | 04h 17m |
| 40 mph (64.37 km/h) | 03h 13m |
| 50 mph (80.47 km/h) | 02h 34m |
| 60 mph (96.56 km/h) | 02h 08m |
| 70 mph (112.65 km/h) | 01h 50m |
| 80 mph (129 km/h) | 01h 36m |
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 | $17.23 | $34.46 |
| Mid-grade | $4.26 | $19.38 | $38.76 |
| Premium | $4.63 | $21.04 | $42.09 |
| Diesel | $5.42 | $24.64 | $49.28 |
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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