Last recalculated Apr 17, 2026
Drive Time
2h 30m
Distance
102.9 mi
166 km
Drive Score
9/10
Great drive
Same Day?
Yes, doable
Fuel Cost
$16
one way
EV Charging
Unknown
Estimated drive times based on typical traffic patterns. Actual times may vary with weather, construction, and real-time conditions.
Deville, LA
Israyosoy S.
This 102.9-mile journey from Baton Rouge to Deville, Louisiana, is designed for a single day of driving, taking approximately 2 hours and 30 minutes. It's a straightforward trip with a significant portion on main roads like LA 1 and Highway 107. With a fuel cost estimated at $16, it's an economical option for a quick getaway or a practical way to reach your destination. The route stays within the Southeast region, offering a consistent feel throughout. Consider this a manageable day trip, allowing for flexibility in your schedule.
Trip Pace
Same-day drive is realistic
A same-day return is realistic if you keep stops short.
Break Rhythm
1 planned break
A short stop every 2 to 3 hours is enough for this drive.
Midpoint
51.5 miles from Baton Rouge, LA
A natural place for your longest stop of the day , about 1h 10m into the drive .
Weekend Trip
Doable as a same-day drive at 2h 30m. Total distance: 102.9 miles.
Family Friendly
Moderate complexity with 1 natural rest stops along the way.
Solo Traveler
2h 30m drive, comfortable solo distance.
First-Time Driver
Mostly highway driving (72%). Some complex stretches to watch for.
Expect a highway-focused drive for this trip, with 72% of the route utilizing these faster roads. You'll experience a longest uninterrupted stretch of 50.1 miles on LA 1, offering a chance to settle in. While primarily on main highways, the road character will likely involve stretches that feel more like traditional highways interspersed with sections that are closer to local or state routes as you progress. This mix provides a good balance for covering distance without feeling entirely monotonous.
This is a straightforward highway drive that stays mostly on LA 1 and State Route 1. You will hit about 14 points where you need to pay attention to lane position or signs. The trickiest moment comes around 0.1 miles in near Saint Ferdinand Street.
Moderate - straightforward overall, but long enough or busy enough to require pacing
Balances navigation complexity with total wheel time.
This drive requires moderate attention. Across 102.9 miles you will encounter 14 spots where lane choice or exit timing matters. Not difficult for experienced highway drivers, but worth previewing the tricky sections before you go.
Where does it get tricky?
The main spots that need attention: at 0.1 miles (Saint Ferdinand Street): Navigation decision point; at 0.4 miles (I 10 / Horace Wilkinson Bridge): Merge point - match speed before joining. Lane positioning matters here; at 3.5 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here.
These are the spots where you need to pay the most attention. Preview them before you drive.
Turn right onto Saint Ferdinand Street
Navigation decision point
Merge onto I 10 / Horace Wilkinson Bridge
Merge point - match speed before joining. Lane positioning matters here
Take the exit toward LA 415: Lobdell
Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here
Keep slight right at fork toward LA 415: Lobdell
Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here
Turn sharp left
Sharp turn - reduce speed on approach
| Road | Distance | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| LA 1 | 50.1 mi | 1h 9m |
| State Route 1 | 11.3 mi | 13m |
| Highway 107 | 8.7 mi | 15m |
| False River Road | 8.3 mi | 12m |
| Effie Highway | 5.5 mi | 9m |
| Wye Road | 4.3 mi | 5m |
| Highway 115 | 4 mi | 7m |
| North Lobdell Highway | 3.6 mi | 4m |
Step-by-step road directions between Baton Rouge, LA and Deville, LA.
Start on Government Street
Turn right onto Saint Ferdinand Street
Take the ramp
Merge onto I 10
Take the exit
Keep slight right at fork
Merge onto LA 415
Merge onto US 190; LA 1
Turn right onto LA 1
Continue on LA 1
Turn left onto LA 1
Turn left onto LA 1; LA 10
Turn right onto LA 107; LA 115
Continue on LA 107; LA 115
Continue on LA 107; LA 115; LA 1192
Continue on LA 107; LA 115
Turn right onto LA 115
Continue on LA 115
Turn left onto LA 1207
Turn sharp left
Arrive at destination
Given the 2-hour 30-minute duration, this route is easily accomplished in a single day. You can depart at your leisure, but an early start will give you ample time to reach Deville without feeling rushed. With only one planned stop, you have flexibility to break up the 102.9 miles as needed, perhaps around the 50-mile mark on LA 1. Keep an eye on your fuel gauge, especially during the longer stretches, and note the estimated $16 fuel cost as a planning point. Being a highway-focused drive, it's wise to anticipate typical highway traffic patterns.
Morning Departure
Leave by 9 AM and you'll arrive before lunch.
Evening Departure
Even a 4 PM departure gets you there before dark in summer.
This is a comfortable same-day trip.
Departure
Before you leave
Start with fuel, water, and navigation already sorted so the first hour feels easy.
First stop
Around 23 miles or 30m in
Use this first pause for coffee, a restroom break, and a quick traffic check ahead.
Halfway reset
Around 51.5 miles or 1h 10m in
This is the best place for your longest stop, a real meal, and a full fuel check.
Final approach
Final hour starts around 1h 57m
Traffic, exits, and arrival timing usually matter more near Deville, LA than in the middle of the route.
Open the route before leaving Baton Rouge, LA so your first major turns are already loaded.
Leave with enough water and a charging cable within reach, not packed away.
Check your fuel range against the first long segment, especially if you are starting outside city service areas.
Day 1
Settle into the route from Baton Rouge, LA
This is one driving day of about 102.9 miles and 2h 30m.
Rest stops, refuel points, and overnight suggestions along this route.
Halfway Point
Midpoint
About 51.5 mi from Baton Rouge, LA · 1h 10m into the drive
Mid-route town
Meal stop
51 mi into the route
Best for: Lunch, fuel, and a longer reset
This sits close to the middle of the route, so it works well for the longest stop of the day.
A short stop after about 23 miles helps settle the day before fatigue starts building.
The midpoint is around 51.5 miles from Baton Rouge, LA, which is a good place for a longer meal and fuel stop.
The final approach into Deville, LA usually feels slower than the middle of the drive, so avoid planning your tightest schedule at the very end.
Try to arrive with enough fuel left to skip an immediate station stop unless you already know the area around Deville, LA.
These stop ideas are pacing suggestions — the exact town or exit can change with traffic, hotel plans, and fuel range.
Regular Gas
$15.54 one way
$31.08 round trip
| Fuel Type | $/gal | One Way | Round Trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| midgrade | $4.21 | $17.06 | $34.12 |
| premium | $4.56 | $18.47 | $36.94 |
| diesel | $5.61 | $22.72 | $45.44 |
No toll roads detected on this route.
Estimated Trip Cost (one way, 1 person)
Fuel
$16
Meals
$25–$50
Total
$41–$66
Rough estimate based on US averages. Hotel $80–$140/night, meals $25–$50/day.
Estimated CO2 emission: 36 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-13.
Driving Electric?
About $11 in charging · 0 stops · 67% less CO2
| Vehicle Type | kWh | Stops | DC Fast | Home Charge |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Average EV | 30.9 | 0 | $10.80 | $4.94 |
| Efficient EV | 25.7 | 0 | $9.00 | $4.12 |
| EV Truck/SUV | 41.2 | 0 | $14.41 | $6.59 |
Gas CO2
36 kg
EV CO2
12 kg (67% less)
This trip is well within single-charge range for most EVs. No charging stops needed if you start fully charged.
DC fast charging avg $0.35/kWh. Home charging avg $0.16/kWh. US grid CO2: 0.39 kg/kWh.
Current conditions at both ends of the drive.
Origin
Night in Baton Rouge on Thursday
Local time
11:26 PM
CDT
Current temp
85°F
Mostly Sunny
Destination
Night in Deville on Thursday
Local time
11:26 PM
CDT
Current temp
89°F
Unavailable
Seasonal Notes
Summer travel usually means heavier construction, hotter rest stops, and busier weekend traffic around major cities.
Winter travel shortens daylight, so a route that looks manageable on paper can feel much longer after dark.
Holiday weekends tend to make both departure and arrival windows slower than the raw route time suggests.
Time zone
Origin and destination are on the same clock, so arrival timing is easier to judge at a glance.
Temperature spread
A meaningful temperature swing is a good cue to rethink layers, water, and how soon you want to arrive.
Road read
The weather snapshot is not static. If you are leaving later, give both cities one more quick forecast check before departure.
Weather data from the National Weather Service. Conditions may change; check closer to your travel date.
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