Origin
Baton Rouge, LA
Night in Baton Rouge on Wednesday
Local time
9:04 PM
CDT
Current temp
60°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
Trip from Baton Rouge, LA to Thibodaux, LA
Last recalculated Apr 16, 2026
Drive Time
1h 25m
Distance
68.3 mi
110 km
Drive Score
8/10
Great drive
Same Day?
Yes, doable
Fuel Cost
$10
one way
Best Time to Leave
4 AM
1h 19m
★
6 AM
1h 26m
8 AM
1h 39m
10 AM
1h 30m
12 PM
1h 29m
3 PM
1h 31m
5 PM
1h 38m
8 PM
1h 22m
Estimated drive times based on typical traffic patterns. Actual times may vary with weather, construction, and real-time conditions.
Thibodaux, LA
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Trip Overview
This 68.3-mile drive from Baton Rouge, LA, to Thibodaux, LA, is a straightforward, highway-focused journey that can easily be completed in about 1 hour and 25 minutes. Given its short duration and the estimated fuel cost of $10, this route is ideal as a day trip, requiring no overnight stays. You'll primarily travel on I-10 and LA-20, with a portion on Airline Highway, offering a convenient connection within the Southeast region of Louisiana. The drive is predominantly on major roads, making it a practical option for getting between these two points without significant detours.
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
34.1 miles from Baton Rouge, LA
A natural place for your longest stop of the day , about 39m into the drive .
Drive Character
Expect a predominantly highway-focused experience on this route, with 76% of the drive taking place on interstates and major highways. The longest uninterrupted stretch you'll encounter is 31.3 miles on I-10, offering a consistent pace for a significant portion of your journey. As you transition from I-10 to LA-20 and Airline Highway, the character of the drive will shift, likely presenting more local traffic and varied speed limits compared to the interstate segments. This mix means you'll experience both efficient highway travel and more typical road conditions as you approach your destination.
Most of the miles stay on highways, which makes pacing and fuel planning easier than turn-by-turn city driving.
There are about 18 navigation steps in the underlying route data, so the final approach matters more than the middle miles.
I 10 is the longest continuous segment at about 31.3 miles.
How Hard Is This Drive?
This is a straightforward highway drive that stays mostly on I 10 and LA 20. There are only a few real navigation decisions along the way. The trickiest moment comes around 0.7 miles in.
Route Complexity
4/10
Easy - simple navigation with a manageable amount of wheel time
This is a straightforward 1h 25m drive. You will face about 11 decision points, but nothing that requires special attention if you follow navigation.
Where does it get tricky?
The main spots that need attention: at 0.7 miles: Navigation decision point; at 0.9 miles (I 110 / Martin Luther King Jr Memorial Freeway): Merge point - match speed before joining; at 1.1 miles (I 10): Merge point - match speed before joining. Lane positioning matters here.
Critical Maneuvers
5 of 11 key pointsThese are the spots where you need to pay the most attention. Preview them before you drive.
4
0.7 mi into trip
|
~1m in
Take the ramp toward I 10 East
Navigation decision point
Toward I 10 East
4
0.9 mi into trip
|
~1m in
|
I 110 / Martin Luther King Jr Memorial Freeway
Merge onto I 110 / Martin Luther King Jr Memorial Freeway
Merge point - match speed before joining
5
1.1 mi into trip
|
~2m in
|
I 10
Merge onto I 10
Merge point - match speed before joining. Lane positioning matters here
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
7
32.4 mi into trip
|
~36m in
Take the exit toward US 61 South: Gramercy
Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
Exit 187
Toward US 61 South: Gramercy
4
51 mi into trip
|
~1h 1m in
|
LA 20
Turn left onto LA 20
Navigation decision point
Main Roads
| Road | Distance | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| I 10 | 31.3 mi | 34m |
| LA 20 | 11.1 mi | 15m |
| Airline Highway | 9.1 mi | 11m |
| LA 641 | 6.8 mi | 9m |
| Louisiana 20 | 3.1 mi | 4m |
| Saint Patrick Street | 2.6 mi | 3m |
| LA 3127 | 2.3 mi | 3m |
| Government Street | 0.5 mi | 1m |
Longest stretch:
I 10
— 31.3 mi, about 34m
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Baton Rouge, LA and Thibodaux, LA.
1
Start on Government Street
0.5 mi
·
1 min
·
Government Street
2
Turn right onto South 10th Street
0.2 mi
·
16 sec
·
South 10th Street
3
Take the ramp
0.2 mi
·
31 sec
Toward I 10 East
4
Merge onto I 110
0.2 mi
·
11 sec
·
Martin Luther King Jr Memorial Freeway
5
Merge onto I 10
31 mi
·
34 min
·
I 10
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
6
Take the exit
0.4 mi
·
41 sec
Exit 187
Toward US 61 South: Gramercy
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
7
Merge onto US 61
9.1 mi
·
11 min
·
Airline Highway
8
Turn right onto LA 641; LA 3213
6.8 mi
·
9 min
·
LA 641; LA 3213
9
Turn right onto LA 3127
2.3 mi
·
3 min
·
LA 3127
10
Turn left onto LA 20
2.2 mi
·
3 min
·
LA 20
11
Turn straight onto LA 20
9.0 mi
·
12 min
·
LA 20
12
Continue on LA 20
3.1 mi
·
4 min
·
Louisiana 20
13
Continue on LA 20
0.1 mi
·
10 sec
·
North Canal Boulevard
14
Turn right onto Saint Patrick Street
2.6 mi
·
3 min
·
Saint Patrick Street
15
Continue on LA 20
397 ft
·
8 sec
·
Saint Patrick Bridge
16
Continue on LA 1; LA 20
0.1 mi
·
17 sec
·
Jackson Street
17
Turn right onto LA 1
116 ft
·
2 sec
·
Saint Mary Street
18
Arrive at destination
LA 1
Trip Plan
With a total duration of just 1 hour and 25 minutes, this trip offers great flexibility for departure times. You won't need to worry about splitting the drive, and with no designated stops, you can easily adjust your schedule on the fly. The estimated fuel cost is a manageable $10, so check your tank before you leave Baton Rouge, but you likely won't need to refuel midway. Pay attention to the transition from I-10 to LA-20, as this is where the road character changes and you'll want to be mindful of speed limit adjustments and potential local traffic.
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 34.1 miles from Baton Rouge, LA, or about 39m into the drive.
The longest continuous stretch on this route runs about 31.3 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 15 miles or 17m in
Use this first pause for coffee, a restroom break, and a quick traffic check ahead.
Halfway reset
Around 34.1 miles or 39m 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 11m
Traffic, exits, and arrival timing usually matter more near Thibodaux, LA than in the middle of the route.
Before You Leave
+
Open the route before leaving Baton Rouge, LA so your first major turns are already loaded.
Day 1
Settle into the route from Baton Rouge, LA
This is one driving day of about 68.3 miles and 1h 25m.
Your first comfortable stop window is around 15 miles from Baton Rouge, LA.
This route can stay practical as a one-day drive if traffic stays reasonable.
The longest stretch is on I 10 for about 31.3 miles.
Where to Stop
Rest stops, refuel points, and overnight suggestions along this route.
Halfway Point
Midpoint
About 34.1 mi from Baton Rouge, LA · 39m into the drive
Mid-route town
Meal stop
34 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 15 miles helps settle the day before fatigue starts building.
Meal break
The midpoint is around 34.1 miles from Baton Rouge, LA, which is a good place for a longer meal and fuel stop.
Arriving in Thibodaux, LA
The final approach into Thibodaux, 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
$10.31 one way
$20.63 round trip
$3.84/gal
25.4 MPG avg
24 kg CO2
| Fuel Type | $/gal | One Way | Round Trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| midgrade | $4.21 | $11.32 | $22.65 |
| premium | $4.56 | $12.26 | $24.52 |
| diesel | $5.61 | $15.08 | $30.16 |
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: 23.9 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-13.
Driving Electric?
About $7 in charging · 0 stops · 67% less CO2
| Vehicle Type | kWh | Stops | DC Fast | Home Charge |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Average EV | 20.5 | 0 | $7.17 | $3.28 |
| Efficient EV | 17.1 | 0 | $5.98 | $2.73 |
| EV Truck/SUV | 27.3 | 0 | $9.56 | $4.37 |
Gas CO2
24 kg
EV CO2
8 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
Thibodaux, LA
Night in Thibodaux on Wednesday
Local time
9:04 PM
CDT
Current temp
78°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
18 degrees warmer at arrival
A meaningful temperature swing is a good cue to rethink layers, water, and how soon you want to arrive.
Road read
1h 25m 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 Thibodaux, LA covers 68.3 miles and takes about 1h 25m without stops. Add 15-30 minutes for a fuel or rest stop on longer drives.
The main roads are I 10, LA 20, Airline Highway. Most of the drive stays on highways, so watch for ramps and exits.
This is a comfortable same-day trip.
The midpoint is about 34.1 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 $10.31 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 25m drive. You will face about 11 decision points, but nothing that requires special attention if you follow navigation.
The main spots that need attention: at 0.7 miles: Navigation decision point; at 0.9 miles (I 110 / Martin Luther King Jr Memorial Freeway): Merge point - match speed before joining; at 1.1 miles (I 10): Merge point - match speed before joining. Lane positioning matters here.
The route from Baton Rouge, LA to Thibodaux, LA does not surface many named destination signs beyond the main corridor.
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