Origin
Baton Rouge, LA
Morning in Baton Rouge on Saturday
Local time
11:18 AM
CDT
Current temp
83°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
Trip from Baton Rouge, LA to Scott, LA
Compiled and reviewed by the Trip.ovh planning team at COD Solutions Oy · Last reviewed Apr 18, 2026 · Editorial standards
Drive Time
1h 9m
Distance
58.7 mi
94 km
Drive Score
7/10
Good drive
Same Day?
Yes, doable
Fuel Cost
$9
one way
EV Charging
Good
8 stations
Best Time to Leave
4 AM
1h 4m
★
6 AM
1h 9m
8 AM
1h 20m
10 AM
1h 13m
12 PM
1h 12m
3 PM
1h 14m
5 PM
1h 20m
8 PM
1h 6m
Estimated drive times based on typical traffic patterns. Actual times may vary with weather, construction, and real-time conditions.
Scott, LA
Atahan Demir
Trip Overview
The drive from Baton Rouge, LA to Scott, LA covers 58.7 miles and takes about 1h 9m behind the wheel. This route is realistic as a one-day drive if you keep your stops efficient.
The route leans on Horace Wilkinson Bridge, Cameron Street, North Ambassador Caffery Parkway for much of the mileage, and the overall profile is turn-heavy local drive. The longest uninterrupted segment is about 54.7 miles on Horace Wilkinson Bridge. At current regular gas prices, budget about $8.87 one way before food or hotel costs.
About the Cities
Starting in Baton Rouge, LA
Full guide →Baton Rouge is the capital of Louisiana, USA. Located on the east bank of the mighty Mississippi River, Baton Rouge is Louisiana's second largest city, home of Louisiana State University, major port facilities, and a variety of attractions.
City content from Wikivoyage (CC BY-SA 4.0) and Wikidata (CC0).
Who Is This Route For?
Weekend Trip
Doable as a same-day drive at 1h 9m. Total distance: 58.7 miles.
Family Friendly
Moderate complexity with 0 natural rest stops along the way.
Solo Traveler
1h 9m drive, comfortable solo distance.
EV Driver
0 DC fast chargers along the route. Coverage: unknown.
First-Time Driver
Mostly highway driving (3%). Straightforward navigation.
Scenic Drive
Turn-heavy local drive route profile.
Drive Character
Expect a 1h 9m drive with frequent turns across 58.7 miles of local and secondary roads.
This route has more turning and local-road decision points than a simple highway run.
There are about 11 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 54.7 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.
Driving Effort
3/10
Easy - simple navigation with a manageable amount of wheel time
Balances navigation complexity with total wheel time.
This is a straightforward 1h 9m drive. You will face about 9 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 55.1 miles (US 167): Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early.
Critical Maneuvers
5 of 9 key pointsThese are the spots where you need to pay the most attention. Preview them before you drive.
5
0.1 mi into trip
|
~0m in
|
Saint Ferdinand Street
Turn right onto Saint Ferdinand Street
Navigation decision point
5
0.4 mi into trip
|
~0m in
|
I 10 / Horace Wilkinson Bridge
Merge onto I 10 / Horace Wilkinson Bridge
Merge point - match speed before joining. Lane positioning matters here
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
4
55.1 mi into trip
|
~1h 2m in
|
US 167
Take the exit onto US 167 toward LA 3184
Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early
Toward LA 3184
4
55.4 mi into trip
|
~1h 3m in
|
US 167; LA 3184 / North Ambassador Caffery Parkway
Turn left onto US 167; LA 3184 / North Ambassador Caffery Parkway
Navigation decision point
5
58.7 mi into trip
|
~1h 9m in
|
Delhomme Avenue
Turn right onto Delhomme Avenue
Navigation decision point
Main Roads
| Road | Distance | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| Horace Wilkinson Bridge | 54.7 mi | 1h 2m |
| Cameron Street | 1.9 mi | 2m |
| North Ambassador Caffery Parkway | 1.2 mi | 2m |
| US 167 | 0.3 mi | <1m |
| Saint Mary Street | 0.1 mi | <1m |
| Saint Ferdinand Street | 0.1 mi | <1m |
| Alfred Street | <0.1 mi | <1m |
| Government Street | <0.1 mi | <1m |
Longest stretch:
Horace Wilkinson Bridge
— 54.7 mi, about 1h 2m
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Baton Rouge, LA and Scott, 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
55 mi
·
1 hr 2 min
·
Horace Wilkinson Bridge
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
5
Take the exit onto US 167
0.3 mi
·
42 sec
·
US 167
Toward LA 3184
6
Turn left onto US 167; LA 3184
1.2 mi
·
2 min
·
North Ambassador Caffery Parkway
7
Turn right onto US 90
1.9 mi
·
2 min
·
Cameron Street
8
Turn right onto Alfred Street
314 ft
·
12 sec
·
Alfred Street
9
Turn left onto Saint Mary Street
0.1 mi
·
20 sec
·
Saint Mary Street
10
Turn right onto Delhomme Avenue
30 ft
·
0 sec
·
Delhomme Avenue
11
Arrive at destination
Delhomme Avenue
Where to Stop
Rest stops, refuel points, and overnight suggestions along this route.
Halfway Point
Midpoint
About 29.3 mi from Baton Rouge, LA · 33m into the drive
Mid-route town
Meal stop
29 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 13 miles helps settle the day before fatigue starts building.
Meal break
The midpoint is around 29.3 miles from Baton Rouge, LA, which is a good place for a longer meal and fuel stop.
Arriving in Scott, LA
The final approach into Scott, LA usually feels slower than the middle of the drive, so avoid planning your tightest schedule at the very end.
These stop ideas are pacing suggestions — the exact town or exit can change with traffic, hotel plans, and fuel range.
Fuel & Cost
Regular Gas
$8.87 one way
$17.73 round trip
$3.84/gal
25.4 MPG avg
21 kg CO2
| Fuel Type | $/gal | One Way | Round Trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| midgrade | $4.21 | $9.73 | $19.46 |
| premium | $4.56 | $10.54 | $21.07 |
| diesel | $5.61 | $12.96 | $25.92 |
No toll roads detected on this route.
Drive Cost (one way)
Fuel
$9
Estimated CO2 emission: 20.5 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-13.
Driving Electric?
About $6 in charging · 0 stops · 67% less CO2
| Vehicle Type | kWh | Stops | DC Fast | Home Charge |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Average EV | 17.6 | 0 | $6.16 | $2.82 |
| Efficient EV | 14.7 | 0 | $5.14 | $2.35 |
| EV Truck/SUV | 23.5 | 0 | $8.22 | $3.76 |
Gas CO2
21 kg
EV CO2
7 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.
Travel Intel
Current conditions at both ends of the drive.
Destination
Scott, LA
Morning in Scott on Saturday
Local time
11:18 AM
CDT
Current temp
61°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
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
22 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 9m 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 Scott, LA covers 58.7 miles and takes about 1h 9m without stops. Add 15-30 minutes for a fuel or rest stop on longer drives.
The main roads are Horace Wilkinson Bridge, Cameron Street, North Ambassador Caffery Parkway. Expect a mix of highway and local road driving.
This is a comfortable same-day trip.
The midpoint is about 29.3 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 $8.87 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 9m drive. You will face about 9 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 55.1 miles (US 167): Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early.
The route from Baton Rouge, LA to Scott, LA does not surface many named destination signs beyond the main corridor.
How this page is built
Compiled by the Trip.ovh planning team at COD Solutions Oy from open government datasets — OSRM over OpenStreetMap for geometry, and EIA for fuel prices. See our methodology for refresh cadence and limitations.
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