Origin
Harahan, LA
Afternoon in Harahan on Friday
Local time
12:17 PM
CDT
Current temp
77°F
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Live forecast
Trip from Harahan, LA to Baton Rouge, LA
Compiled and reviewed by the Trip.ovh planning team at COD Solutions Oy · Last reviewed Apr 17, 2026 · Editorial standards
Drive Time
1h 34m
Distance
75.9 mi
122 km
Drive Score
7/10
Good drive
Same Day?
Yes, doable
Fuel Cost
$11
one way
EV Charging
Unknown
Best Time to Leave
4 AM
1h 27m
★
6 AM
1h 34m
8 AM
1h 49m
10 AM
1h 39m
12 PM
1h 38m
3 PM
1h 40m
5 PM
1h 48m
8 PM
1h 30m
Estimated drive times based on typical traffic patterns. Actual times may vary with weather, construction, and real-time conditions.
Harahan, LA
Patricia Bozan
Trip Overview
This straightforward 75.9-mile drive from Harahan, LA to Baton Rouge, LA is easily manageable as a single-day trip, taking approximately 1 hour and 34 minutes. The majority of your journey, 89% to be exact, will be on highways, primarily I-10, with some time spent on Jefferson Highway and Williams Boulevard. With an estimated fuel cost of $11, this route offers a budget-friendly option for traversing Southeast Louisiana. The profile suggests a highway-focused experience, making it an efficient way to get from point A to point B without significant detours.
Trip Pace
Same-day drive is realistic
A same-day return is realistic if you keep stops short.
Midpoint
38 miles from Harahan, LA
A natural place for your longest stop of the day , about 50m into the drive .
Who Is This Route For?
Weekend Trip
Doable as a same-day drive at 1h 34m. Total distance: 75.9 miles.
Family Friendly
Moderate complexity with 0 natural rest stops along the way.
Solo Traveler
1h 34m drive, comfortable solo distance.
First-Time Driver
Mostly highway driving (89%). Some complex stretches to watch for.
Drive Character
Expect a predominantly highway-focused experience on this route, with 89% of the drive utilizing major roadways. You'll encounter a longest stretch of 67.4 miles on I-10, offering a consistent pace for a significant portion of your trip. While I-10 provides efficiency, you'll also navigate segments on Jefferson Highway and Williams Boulevard, which may offer a slightly different driving feel. The overall character is geared towards direct travel, minimizing complex road changes and maximizing your time on the go.
Most of the miles stay on highways, which makes pacing and fuel planning easier than turn-by-turn city driving.
There are about 15 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 67.4 miles.
How Hard Is This Drive?
This is a straightforward highway drive that stays mostly on I 10 and Jefferson Highway. You will hit about 12 points where you need to pay attention to lane position or signs. The trickiest moment comes around 0.1 miles in near Stratford Drive.
Driving Effort
5/10
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 75.9 miles you will encounter 12 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 (Stratford Drive): Complex interchange - multiple decisions in a short stretch; at 4.9 miles (LA 49 / Williams Boulevard): Lane positioning matters here; at 7.4 miles (I 10): Merge point - match speed before joining. Lane positioning matters here.
Critical Maneuvers
5 of 12 key pointsThese are the spots where you need to pay the most attention. Preview them before you drive.
6
0.1 mi into trip
|
~0m in
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Stratford Drive
At end of road, turn left onto Stratford Drive
Complex interchange - multiple decisions in a short stretch
6
4.9 mi into trip
|
~10m in
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LA 49 / Williams Boulevard
At end of road, turn right onto LA 49 / Williams Boulevard
Lane positioning matters here
Use the right lane.
5
7.4 mi into trip
|
~15m in
|
I 10
Merge onto I 10
Merge point - match speed before joining. Lane positioning matters here
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
8
74.8 mi into trip
|
~1h 31m in
|
I 110 / Martin Luther King Jr Memorial Freeway
Keep slight right at fork onto I 110 / Martin Luther King Jr Memorial Freeway toward I 110 North: Downtown, Metro Airport
Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
Toward I 110 North: Downtown, Metro Airport
8
75.2 mi into trip
|
~1h 32m in
Take the exit toward LA 73: Government Street, River Center, Downtown
Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
Exit 1A
Toward LA 73: Government Street, River Center,...
Main Roads
| Road | Distance | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| I 10 | 67.4 mi | 1h 15m |
| Jefferson Highway | 3.4 mi | 6m |
| Williams Boulevard | 2.1 mi | 4m |
| Government Street | 0.6 mi | 1m |
| Filmore Street | 0.5 mi | 1m |
| Airline Drive | 0.4 mi | <1m |
| Martin Luther King Jr Memorial Freeway | 0.4 mi | <1m |
| Colonial Club Drive | 0.3 mi | 1m |
Longest stretch:
I 10
— 67.4 mi, about 1h 15m
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Harahan, LA and Baton Rouge, LA.
1
Start on Kenmore Drive
0.1 mi
·
30 sec
·
Kenmore Drive
2
At end of road, turn left onto Stratford Drive
252 ft
·
12 sec
·
Stratford Drive
3
Turn right onto Wilson Street
149 ft
·
11 sec
·
Wilson Street
4
Turn left onto Colonial Club Drive
0.3 mi
·
1 min
·
Colonial Club Drive
5
Turn right onto LA 48
3.4 mi
·
6 min
·
Jefferson Highway
6
Turn right onto Filmore Street
0.5 mi
·
1 min
·
Filmore Street
7
Turn left onto US 61
0.4 mi
·
55 sec
·
Airline Drive
8
Take the exit
241 ft
·
7 sec
9
At end of road, turn right onto LA 49
2.1 mi
·
4 min
·
Williams Boulevard
Use the right lane.
10
Take the ramp
0.4 mi
·
54 sec
Toward I 10 West: Baton Rouge
11
Merge onto I 10
67 mi
·
1 hr 15 min
·
I 10
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
12
Keep slight right at fork onto I 110
0.4 mi
·
29 sec
·
Martin Luther King Jr Memorial Freeway
Toward I 110 North: Downtown, Metro Airport
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
13
Take the exit
0.2 mi
·
37 sec
Exit 1A
Toward LA 73: Government Street, River Center, Downtown
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
14
Turn left onto LA 73
0.6 mi
·
1 min
·
Government Street
Use the left / straight / right lanes.
15
Arrive at destination
Government Street
Trip Plan
Given the relatively short duration of about 1 hour and 34 minutes, this trip offers flexibility. You can depart at your convenience, though leaving mid-morning can help you avoid the heaviest commuter traffic. With no recommended stops, you can easily complete this 75.9-mile journey without needing a lengthy break, but having $11 budgeted for fuel is a good idea. As you'll be spending a significant amount of time on I-10, keep an eye on traffic conditions, especially as you approach Baton Rouge, as congestion can build.
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 38 miles from Harahan, LA, or about 50m into the drive.
The longest continuous stretch on this route runs about 67.4 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 17 miles or 26m in
Use this first pause for coffee, a restroom break, and a quick traffic check ahead.
Halfway reset
Around 38 miles or 50m 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 20m
Traffic, exits, and arrival timing usually matter more near Baton Rouge, LA than in the middle of the route.
Before You Leave
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Open the route before leaving Harahan, LA so your first major turns are already loaded.
Day 1
Settle into the route from Harahan, LA
This is one driving day of about 75.9 miles and 1h 34m.
Your first comfortable stop window is around 17 miles from Harahan, LA.
This route can stay practical as a one-day drive if traffic stays reasonable.
The longest stretch is on I 10 for about 67.4 miles.
Where to Stop
Rest stops, refuel points, and overnight suggestions along this route.
Halfway Point
Midpoint
About 38 mi from Harahan, LA · 50m into the drive
Mid-route town
Meal stop
38 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 17 miles helps settle the day before fatigue starts building.
Meal break
The midpoint is around 38 miles from Harahan, LA, which is a good place for a longer meal and fuel stop.
Before the longest stretch
Fuel checkTop up before I 10 if your tank is already low. That segment runs about 67.4 miles.
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.
These stop ideas are pacing suggestions — the exact town or exit can change with traffic, hotel plans, and fuel range.
Fuel & Cost
Regular Gas
$11.46 one way
$22.93 round trip
$3.84/gal
25.4 MPG avg
27 kg CO2
| Fuel Type | $/gal | One Way | Round Trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| midgrade | $4.21 | $12.58 | $25.17 |
| premium | $4.56 | $13.62 | $27.25 |
| diesel | $5.61 | $16.76 | $33.52 |
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: 26.6 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-13.
Driving Electric?
About $8 in charging · 0 stops · 67% less CO2
| Vehicle Type | kWh | Stops | DC Fast | Home Charge |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Average EV | 22.8 | 0 | $7.97 | $3.64 |
| Efficient EV | 19 | 0 | $6.64 | $3.04 |
| EV Truck/SUV | 30.4 | 0 | $10.63 | $4.86 |
Gas CO2
27 kg
EV CO2
9 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
Baton Rouge, LA
Afternoon in Baton Rouge on Friday
Local time
12:17 PM
CDT
Current temp
85°F
Mostly Sunny
S 10 mph
0% chance
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
8 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 34m on the road
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.
Frequently Asked Questions
The drive from Harahan, LA to Baton Rouge, LA covers 75.9 miles and takes about 1h 34m without stops. Add 15-30 minutes for a fuel or rest stop on longer drives.
The main roads are I 10, Jefferson Highway, Williams Boulevard. Most of the drive stays on highways, so watch for ramps and exits.
This is a comfortable same-day trip.
The midpoint is about 38 miles from Harahan, LA. Look for rest areas, gas stations, or food options near the halfway mark.
At current regular gas prices, expect to spend about $11.46 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 drive requires moderate attention. Across 75.9 miles you will encounter 12 spots where lane choice or exit timing matters. Not difficult for experienced highway drivers, but worth previewing the tricky sections before you go.
The main spots that need attention: at 0.1 miles (Stratford Drive): Complex interchange - multiple decisions in a short stretch; at 4.9 miles (LA 49 / Williams Boulevard): Lane positioning matters here; at 7.4 miles (I 10): Merge point - match speed before joining. Lane positioning matters here.
The route from Harahan, LA to Baton Rouge, 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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