Trip from Broussard, LA to Baton Rouge, LA

Drive Time

1h 25m

Distance

72.7 mi

117 km

Drive Score

7/10

Good drive

Same Day?

Yes, doable

Fuel Cost

$11

one way

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Trip Overview

If you are planning to travel from Broussard to Baton Rouge, expect a straightforward journey covering 72.7 miles. This trip typically takes about 1 hour and 25 minutes, making it an easy day trip that does not require an overnight stay. You will navigate via State Route 107, LA 361, and I-10 East to reach the capital. With an estimated fuel cost of only $10, it is a budget-friendly way to move between these two Southeast Louisiana hubs. Because the drive is relatively short, you have plenty of flexibility to plan your schedule around your own needs rather than worrying about long-haul fatigue.

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

36.4 miles from Broussard, LA

A natural place for your longest stop of the day , about 42m into the drive .

Drive Character

Expect a turn-heavy local drive rather than a monotonous interstate grind, as this route features a 0% highway share. You will spend your time navigating through local roadways, which requires more attention than a standard cruise-control highway experience. There is no single long stretch of highway here, as the longest segment on State Route 107 is 0 miles, meaning you should be prepared for constant shifts in the road. This transition from smaller local roads onto the larger transit arteries keeps the drive feeling active and engaging. Stay alert behind the wheel, as the lack of sustained high-speed highway segments means you will be managing turns and intersections throughout the duration of the trip.

This route has more turning and local-road decision points than a simple highway run.

There are about 18 navigation steps in the underlying route data, so the final approach matters more than the middle miles.

State Route 107 is one of the defining roads on this drive.

How Hard Is This Drive?

Expect a hands-on drive with frequent turns and local roads rather than long highway stretches. Navigation is very simple — set it and forget it for most of the drive.

Route Complexity 1/10

Very easy - short and simple to drive

The drive from Broussard, LA to Baton Rouge, LA is easy. At 1h 25m with 0% highway, most drivers will find it relaxed and low-stress.

Where does it get tricky?

This route does not have any notably tricky sections. Most of the drive from Broussard, LA to Baton Rouge, LA is straightforward, with well-signed roads and simple exits.

Main Roads

Road	Distance	Duration
State Route 107	Unavailable	Refreshing
La 361	Unavailable	Refreshing
I 10 East	Unavailable	Refreshing
LA 30	Unavailable	Refreshing
Oklahoma Street	Unavailable	Refreshing
Nicholson Drive	Unavailable	Refreshing
Saint Louis Street	Unavailable	Refreshing
Government Street	Unavailable	Refreshing

Per-road distance and duration are being refreshed from OSRM for this route.

Longest stretch: State Route 107 — detailed segment metrics are refreshing.

Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions

Step-by-step road directions between Broussard, LA and Baton Rouge, LA.

Start on Barron Road

397 ft · 17 sec · Barron Road

Turn right onto State Route 107

4.0 mi · 7 min · State Route 107

At the end of the road, turn right onto State Route 107

2.7 mi · 4 min · State Route 107

Continue on State Route 107

0.7 mi · 1 min · State Route 107

Continue on La 361

6.9 mi · 12 min · La 361

At the end of the road, turn left

17 mi · 24 min

Take the ramp straight

0.2 mi · 33 sec

Merge slight left

34 mi · 44 min

Keep slight right

3.6 mi · 5 min

Turn left onto I 10 East: Baton Rouge

0.3 mi · 37 sec · I 10 East: Baton Rouge

Merge slight left

3.0 mi · 3 min

Take the exit slight right toward LA 30

0.4 mi · 48 sec · LA 30

Keep slight right

400 ft · 10 sec

Turn straight onto Oklahoma Street

495 ft · 19 sec · Oklahoma Street

Turn right onto Nicholson Drive

0.3 mi · 34 sec · Nicholson Drive

Continue on Saint Louis Street

0.3 mi · 45 sec · Saint Louis Street

Turn right onto Government Street

13 ft · Government Street

Arrive at your destination

Trip Plan

Since this is a quick 1 hour and 25 minute journey, you do not need to worry about planning formal rest stops. Aim to depart during off-peak hours to avoid potential congestion on the local roads that make up this route. Keep your $10 fuel budget in mind, and consider fueling up before you leave Broussard to ensure a seamless arrival in Baton Rouge. Because you are navigating local roads rather than high-speed interstates, allow for a little extra travel time if you are driving during busy local traffic hours. Given the turn-heavy nature of the route, double-check your GPS navigation before heading out to ensure you stay on the correct path through the local connections.

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 36.4 miles from Broussard, LA, or about 42m into the drive.

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 72.7 miles or 1h 25m in

Use this first pause for coffee, a restroom break, and a quick traffic check ahead.

Halfway reset

Around 36.4 miles or 42m 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 12m

Traffic, exits, and arrival timing usually matter more near Baton Rouge, LA than in the middle of the route.

Before You Leave

Open the route before leaving Broussard, 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 Broussard, LA

This is one driving day of about 72.7 miles and 1h 25m.

Your first comfortable stop window is around 80 miles from Broussard, 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.

Where to Stop

Rest stops, refuel points, and overnight suggestions along this route.

Halfway Point

Midpoint

About 36.4 mi from Broussard, LA · 42m into the drive

Mid-route town

Meal stop

Addis, LA

36 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.

Popular next leg

Addis, LA to Baton Rouge, LA

9 mi · 17m

Pacing Suggestions

Maryland, LA

Fuel and coffee

A short stop after about 72.7 miles helps settle the day before fatigue starts building.

Addis, LA

Meal break

The midpoint is around 36.4 miles from Broussard, LA, which is a good place for a longer meal and fuel stop.

Arriving in Baton Rouge, LA

The final approach into Baton Rouge, 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 Baton Rouge, 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

$11.11 one way

$22.23 round trip

$3.88/gal 25.4 MPG avg 25 kg CO₂

Fuel Type	$/gal	One Way	Round Trip
midgrade	$4.26	$12.19	$24.38
premium	$4.61	$13.19	$26.39
diesel	$5.64	$16.15	$32.30

No toll roads detected on this route.

Estimated Trip Cost (one way, 1 person)

Fuel

$11

Meals

$25–$50

Total

$36–$61

Rough estimate based on US averages. Hotel $80–$140/night, meals $25–$50/day.

Estimated CO2 emission: 25.4 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-06.

Driving Electric?

About $8 in charging · 0 stops · 64% less CO₂

Vehicle Type	kWh	DC Fast	Home Charge
Average EV	21.8	$7.63	$3.49
Efficient EV	18.2	$6.36	$2.91
EV Truck/SUV	29.1	$10.18	$4.65

Gas CO2

25 kg

EV CO2

9 kg (64% 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.

Forecast data refreshed 2 days ago

Origin

Broussard, LA

Afternoon in Broussard on Sunday

Local time

1:33 PM

CDT

Current temp

68°F

Unavailable

Live forecast

Destination

Baton Rouge, LA

Afternoon in Baton Rouge on Sunday

Local time

1:33 PM

CDT

Current temp

88°F

Unavailable

Live forecast

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

20 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 Broussard, LA to Baton Rouge, LA covers 72.7 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 State Route 107, La 361, I 10 East. Expect a mix of highway and local road driving.

This is a comfortable same-day trip.

The midpoint is about 36.4 miles from Broussard, LA. Look for rest areas, gas stations, or food options near the halfway mark.

At current regular gas prices, expect to spend about $11.11 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.

The drive from Broussard, LA to Baton Rouge, LA is easy. At 1h 25m with 0% highway, most drivers will find it relaxed and low-stress.

This route does not have any notably tricky sections. Most of the drive from Broussard, LA to Baton Rouge, LA is straightforward, with well-signed roads and simple exits.

The route from Broussard, LA to Baton Rouge, LA does not surface many named destination signs beyond the main corridor.

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