Origin
Baton Rouge, LA
Afternoon in Baton Rouge on Sunday
Local time
2:46 PM
CDT
Current temp
88°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
Trip from Baton Rouge, LA to New Iberia, LA
Drive Time
1h 29m
Distance
66.3 mi
107 km
Drive Score
7/10
Good drive
Same Day?
Yes, doable
Fuel Cost
$10
one way
Best Time to Leave
4 AM
1h 23m
★
6 AM
1h 30m
8 AM
1h 44m
10 AM
1h 35m
12 PM
1h 33m
3 PM
1h 35m
5 PM
1h 43m
8 PM
1h 26m
Estimated drive times based on typical traffic patterns. Actual times may vary with weather, construction, and real-time conditions.
New Iberia, LA
Wei Huang
Trip Overview
Spanning 66.3 miles, this trek from Baton Rouge to New Iberia is a straightforward journey that typically takes about 1 hour and 29 minutes. Because of the manageable distance, this route is perfectly suited for a single-day trip, allowing you to reach your destination without the need for an overnight stay. You can expect to spend approximately $10 on fuel for the one-way transit. Both cities are located within the Southeast region of Louisiana, keeping the cultural transition smooth as you travel. It is a practical, efficient path that gets you from the capital area to the heart of Acadiana with ease.
Trip Pace
Same-day drive is realistic
A same-day return is realistic if you keep stops short.
Break Rhythm
0 planned breaks
A short stop every 2 to 3 hours is enough for this drive.
Midpoint
33.1 miles from Baton Rouge, LA
A natural place for your longest stop of the day , about 38m into the drive .
Drive Character
Expect a turn-heavy, local driving experience that feels far more hands-on than a standard interstate cruise. The route avoids major highways entirely, relying instead on local roads like the Main Highway and Nursery Highway to guide you through the landscape. You will encounter your longest uninterrupted stretch early on, covering 39.6 miles across the Horace Wilkinson Bridge. Since the highway share is 0%, you should prepare for a slower, more deliberate pace behind the wheel. The road's personality is defined by these technical turns, requiring your full attention as you navigate away from the city centers.
This route has more turning and local-road decision points than a simple highway run.
There are about 29 navigation steps in the underlying route data, so the final approach matters more than the middle miles.
Horace Wilkinson Bridge is the longest continuous segment at about 39.6 miles.
How Hard Is This Drive?
Expect a hands-on drive with frequent turns and local roads rather than long highway stretches. There are only a few real navigation decisions along the way. The trickiest moment comes around 0.1 miles in near Saint Ferdinand Street.
Route Complexity
4/10
Easy - simple navigation with a manageable amount of wheel time
This is a straightforward 1h 29m drive. You will face about 18 decision points, but nothing that requires special attention if you follow navigation.
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 40 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one.
Critical Maneuvers
5 of 18 key pointsThese are the spots where you need to pay the most attention. Preview them before you drive.
5
0.1 mi into trip
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~0m in
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Saint Ferdinand Street
Turn right onto Saint Ferdinand Street
Navigation decision point
5
0.4 mi into trip
|
~0m in
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I 10 / Horace Wilkinson Bridge
Merge onto I 10 / Horace Wilkinson Bridge
Merge point - match speed before joining. Lane positioning matters here
Use the none / straight / slight right lanes.
5
40 mi into trip
|
~46m in
Take the exit toward LA 347: Henderson, Cecilia
Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one
Toward LA 347: Henderson, Cecilia
6
40.3 mi into trip
|
~47m in
|
LA 347 / Grand Point Highway
Enter roundabout onto LA 347 / Grand Point Highway
Roundabout - know your exit number before entering
5
40.5 mi into trip
|
~47m in
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LA 347 / Grand Point Highway
Enter roundabout onto LA 347 / Grand Point Highway
Roundabout - know your exit number before entering
Towns Along This Route
On the drive from Baton Rouge, LA to New Iberia, LA, road signs begin pointing toward Cecilia along the way.
Cecilia
40 mi in
|
~46m
Main Roads
| Road | Distance | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| Horace Wilkinson Bridge | 39.6 mi | 45m |
| Main Highway | 10.4 mi | 15m |
| Nursery Highway | 6.5 mi | 11m |
| Jane Street | 2.5 mi | 3m |
| Nina Highway | 1.9 mi | 3m |
| Rue Principale Sud | 1.1 mi | 1m |
| West Saint Peter Street | 0.8 mi | 1m |
| Rue Principale Nord | 0.6 mi | <1m |
Longest stretch:
Horace Wilkinson Bridge
— 39.6 mi, about 45m
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Baton Rouge, LA and New Iberia, LA.
1
Start on Government Street
300 ft
·
10 sec
·
Government Street
2
Turn right onto Saint Ferdinand Street
0.1 mi
·
17 sec
·
Saint Ferdinand Street
3
Take the ramp
0.2 mi
·
29 sec
4
Merge onto I 10
40 mi
·
45 min
·
Horace Wilkinson Bridge
Use the none / straight / slight right lanes.
5
Take the exit
0.3 mi
·
39 sec
Toward LA 347: Henderson, Cecilia
6
Enter roundabout onto LA 347
225 ft
·
4 sec
·
Grand Point Highway
7
Continue on LA 347
0.1 mi
·
10 sec
·
Grand Point Highway
8
Enter roundabout onto LA 347
130 ft
·
2 sec
·
Grand Point Highway
9
Continue on LA 347
154 ft
·
3 sec
·
Grand Point Highway
10
Turn slight left
185 ft
·
11 sec
11
Turn left onto LA 352
0.6 mi
·
1 min
·
Henderson Highway
12
Turn right onto LA 349
1.9 mi
·
3 min
·
Nina Highway
13
Turn left onto LA 3039
4.6 mi
·
8 min
·
Nursery Highway
14
Continue on LA 3039
0.7 mi
·
1 min
·
Nursery Highway
15
At end of road, turn right onto LA 3039
1.2 mi
·
2 min
·
Nursery Highway
16
At end of road, turn left onto LA 347
0.3 mi
·
35 sec
·
Bridge Street Highway
17
Turn right onto LA 350
0.5 mi
·
1 min
·
Bridge Street
18
Turn left onto LA 31
0.2 mi
·
16 sec
·
Martin Street
19
Continue on LA 31
5.6 mi
·
8 min
·
Main Highway
20
Continue on LA 31
0.6 mi
·
56 sec
·
Rue Principale Nord
21
Continue on LA 31; LA 96
1.1 mi
·
1 min
·
Rue Principale Sud
22
Continue on LA 31
0.9 mi
·
1 min
·
Main Highway
23
Enter roundabout onto LA 31
127 ft
·
2 sec
·
Main Highway
24
Continue on LA 31
3.9 mi
·
5 min
·
Main Highway
25
Continue on LA 31
2.5 mi
·
3 min
·
Jane Street
26
Turn right onto LA 31
0.2 mi
·
28 sec
·
Chestnut Street
27
Turn left onto LA 182
0.8 mi
·
1 min
·
West Saint Peter Street
28
Turn right onto Julia Street
207 ft
·
9 sec
·
Julia Street
29
Arrive at destination
Julia Street
Trip Plan
Since this is a relatively short trip, you have the flexibility to depart whenever it best fits your schedule without worrying about complex road-trip logistics. You won't need to plan for any formal stops along the way, as the 66.3-mile distance is easily completed in one sitting. Be mindful that the route relies on local infrastructure, so stay alert for changing speed limits as you move through different communities. Given the $10 fuel estimate, it is a budget-friendly excursion that won't strain your travel wallet. A pro tip for this specific drive: keep a close eye on your GPS during the turns, as the transition between local roads can be frequent and requires steady navigation.
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.
You can normally do this drive in one day.
You may only need one short stretch break if traffic stays light.
The halfway point lands around 33.1 miles from Baton Rouge, LA, or about 38m into the drive.
The longest continuous stretch on this route runs about 39.6 miles.
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 66.3 miles or 1h 29m in
Use this first pause for coffee, a restroom break, and a quick traffic check ahead.
Halfway reset
Around 33.1 miles or 38m 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 14m
Traffic, exits, and arrival timing usually matter more near New Iberia, LA than in the middle of the route.
Before You Leave
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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 66.3 miles and 1h 29m.
Your first comfortable stop window is around 80 miles from Baton Rouge, LA.
This route can stay practical as a one-day drive if traffic stays reasonable.
You may only need one short stretch stop if conditions stay smooth.
The longest stretch is on Horace Wilkinson Bridge for about 39.6 miles.
Where to Stop
Rest stops, refuel points, and overnight suggestions along this route.
Halfway Point
Midpoint
About 33.1 mi from Baton Rouge, LA · 38m into the drive
Mid-route town
Meal stop
33 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.
Pacing Suggestions
Fuel and coffee
A short stop after about 66.3 miles helps settle the day before fatigue starts building.
Meal break
The midpoint is around 33.1 miles from Baton Rouge, LA, which is a good place for a longer meal and fuel stop.
Arriving in New Iberia, LA
The final approach into New Iberia, 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 New Iberia, LA.
These stop ideas are pacing suggestions — the exact town or exit can change with traffic, hotel plans, and fuel range.
Fuel & Cost
Regular Gas
$10.14 one way
$20.27 round trip
$3.88/gal
25.4 MPG avg
23 kg CO2
| Fuel Type | $/gal | One Way | Round Trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| midgrade | $4.26 | $11.12 | $22.23 |
| premium | $4.61 | $12.03 | $24.07 |
| diesel | $5.64 | $14.73 | $29.46 |
No toll roads detected on this route.
Estimated Trip Cost (one way, 1 person)
Fuel
$10
Meals
$25–$50
Total
$35–$60
Rough estimate based on US averages. Hotel $80–$140/night, meals $25–$50/day.
Estimated CO2 emission: 23.2 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-06.
Driving Electric?
About $7 in charging · 0 stops · 65% less CO2
| Vehicle Type | kWh | Stops | DC Fast | Home Charge |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Average EV | 19.9 | 0 | $6.96 | $3.18 |
| Efficient EV | 16.6 | 0 | $5.80 | $2.65 |
| EV Truck/SUV | 26.5 | 0 | $9.28 | $4.24 |
Gas CO2
23 kg
EV CO2
8 kg (65% 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.
Travel Intel
Current conditions at both ends of the drive.
Destination
New Iberia, LA
Afternoon in New Iberia on Sunday
Local time
2:46 PM
CDT
Current temp
85°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
Along the Route
89°F
Alexandria, LA
33 mi in
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
Same local time
Origin and destination are on the same clock, so arrival timing is easier to judge at a glance.
Temperature spread
3 degrees cooler at arrival
A meaningful temperature swing is a good cue to rethink layers, water, and how soon you want to arrive.
Road read
1h 29m on the road
Use the two city cards together: check the sky where you start, then compare it with the local time and temperature at arrival.
Weather data from the National Weather Service. Conditions may change; check closer to your travel date.
Frequently Asked Questions
The drive from Baton Rouge, LA to New Iberia, LA covers 66.3 miles and takes about 1h 29m without stops. Add 15-30 minutes for a fuel or rest stop on longer drives.
The main roads are Horace Wilkinson Bridge, Main Highway, Nursery Highway. Expect a mix of highway and local road driving.
This is a comfortable same-day trip.
The midpoint is about 33.1 miles from Baton Rouge, LA. Look for rest areas, gas stations, or food options near the halfway mark.
At current regular gas prices, expect to spend about $10.14 one way. This estimate uses 25.4 MPG — your actual cost will vary with your vehicle's fuel efficiency and current gas prices.
Leave by 9 AM and you'll arrive before lunch. Even a 4 PM departure gets you there before dark in summer.
This is a straightforward 1h 29m drive. You will face about 18 decision points, but nothing that requires special attention if you follow navigation.
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 40 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one.
On the drive from Baton Rouge, LA to New Iberia, LA, road signs begin pointing toward Cecilia along the way.
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