Origin
Saint Martinville, LA
Morning in Saint Martinville on Wednesday
Local time
6:45 AM
CDT
Current temp
67°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
Trip from Saint Martinville, LA to Baton Rouge, LA
Data updated 0 seconds ago
Drive Time
1h 17m
Distance
57.6 mi
93 km
Drive Score
9/10
Great drive
Same Day?
Yes, doable
Fuel Cost
$9
one way
EV Charging
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station data
Best Time to Leave
4 AM
1h 11m
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6 AM
1h 17m
8 AM
1h 29m
10 AM
1h 22m
12 PM
1h 20m
3 PM
1h 22m
5 PM
1h 29m
8 PM
1h 14m
Estimated drive times based on typical traffic patterns. Actual times may vary with weather, construction, and real-time conditions.
Saint Martinville, LA
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Trip Overview
This 57.6-mile drive from Saint Martinville to Baton Rouge, Louisiana, is a straightforward 1-hour and 17-minute journey. It's perfectly suited as a single-day trip, so you won't need to worry about overnight accommodations. The estimated fuel cost for this route is around $9, making it an economical option. You'll primarily be on I-10, Nursery Highway, and Main Highway, with a significant portion on the interstate. This route focuses on efficient travel, taking you from one Southeast Louisiana locale to another without major 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
28.8 miles from Saint Martinville, LA
A natural place for your longest stop of the day , about 42m into the drive .
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Drive Character
Expect a highway-focused drive on this route, with 69% of your travel occurring on major roadways. The longest uninterrupted stretch you'll encounter is 39.6 miles on I-10, offering a good opportunity to maintain a steady pace. While much of the journey is on the interstate, you'll also experience stretches on Nursery Highway and Main Highway, which may offer a slightly different driving feel. The overall character is one of efficient transit rather than a winding scenic tour.
Most of the miles stay on highways, which makes pacing and fuel planning easier than turn-by-turn city driving.
There are about 21 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 39.6 miles.
How Hard Is This Drive?
This is a straightforward highway drive that stays mostly on I 10 and Nursery Highway. You will hit about 13 points where you need to pay attention to lane position or signs. The trickiest moment comes around 14 miles in near LA 349 / Nina Highway.
Route Complexity
6/10
Moderate - straightforward overall, but long enough or busy enough to require pacing
This drive requires moderate attention. Across 57.6 miles you will encounter 13 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 14 miles (LA 349 / Nina Highway): Navigation decision point; at 15.9 miles (LA 352 / Henderson Highway): Navigation decision point; at 16.8 miles (I 10): Merge point - match speed before joining. Lane positioning matters here.
Critical Maneuvers
5 of 13 key pointsThese are the spots where you need to pay the most attention. Preview them before you drive.
5
14 mi into trip
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~23m in
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LA 349 / Nina Highway
At end of road, turn right onto LA 349 / Nina Highway
Navigation decision point
5
15.9 mi into trip
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~27m in
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LA 352 / Henderson Highway
At end of road, turn left onto LA 352 / Henderson Highway
Navigation decision point
5
16.8 mi into trip
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~28m in
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I 10
Merge onto I 10
Merge point - match speed before joining. Lane positioning matters here
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
7
56.4 mi into trip
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~1h 14m in
Take the exit toward LA 30
Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
Exit 155A
Toward LA 30
6
56.8 mi into trip
|
~1h 15m in
Keep slight right at fork
Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here
Use the slight right lane.
Main Roads
| Road | Distance | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| I 10 | 39.6 mi | 45m |
| Nursery Highway | 6.5 mi | 11m |
| Main Highway | 5.6 mi | 8m |
| Nina Highway | 1.9 mi | 3m |
| Rue Principale Nord | 0.6 mi | <1m |
| Henderson Highway | 0.6 mi | 1m |
| Bridge Street | 0.5 mi | 1m |
| Bridge Street Highway | 0.3 mi | <1m |
Longest stretch:
I 10
— 39.6 mi, about 45m
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Saint Martinville, LA and Baton Rouge, LA.
1
Start on West Bridge Street
0.3 mi
·
52 sec
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West Bridge Street
2
Turn left onto LA 31
0.6 mi
·
54 sec
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Rue Principale Nord
3
Continue on LA 31
5.6 mi
·
8 min
·
Main Highway
4
Continue on LA 31
0.2 mi
·
19 sec
·
Martin Street
5
Turn right onto LA 31
0.5 mi
·
1 min
·
Bridge Street
6
At end of road, turn left onto LA 347
0.3 mi
·
36 sec
·
Bridge Street Highway
7
Turn right onto LA 3039
1.2 mi
·
2 min
·
Nursery Highway
8
Continue on LA 3039
0.7 mi
·
1 min
·
Nursery Highway
9
At end of road, turn right onto LA 3039
4.6 mi
·
8 min
·
Nursery Highway
10
At end of road, turn right onto LA 349
1.9 mi
·
3 min
·
Nina Highway
11
At end of road, turn left onto LA 352
0.6 mi
·
1 min
·
Henderson Highway
12
Enter roundabout
68 ft
·
1 sec
13
Continue
0.3 mi
·
37 sec
14
Merge onto I 10
40 mi
·
45 min
·
I 10
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
15
Take the exit
0.4 mi
·
48 sec
Exit 155A
Toward LA 30
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
16
Keep slight right at fork
399 ft
·
9 sec
Use the slight right lane.
17
Turn straight onto LA 3290-1
494 ft
·
18 sec
·
Oklahoma Street
18
Turn right onto LA 30
0.3 mi
·
34 sec
·
Nicholson Drive
19
Continue on Saint Louis Street
0.3 mi
·
45 sec
·
Saint Louis Street
20
Turn right onto Government Street
13 ft
·
0 sec
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Government Street
21
Arrive at destination
Government Street
Trip Plan
Given its short duration of just over an hour, this drive offers a lot of flexibility. You can easily depart at your leisure, perhaps after a leisurely morning in Saint Martinville. With only 57.6 miles to cover, you won't need extensive stops, though planning for a quick break around the halfway point might be comfortable. Keep an eye on your fuel gauge; while the estimated cost is low at $9, it's always wise to start with a full tank. A specific tip for this route: be aware that Nursery Highway and Main Highway are the primary connectors to I-10, so pay close attention to signage when transitioning between these roads.
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 28.8 miles from Saint Martinville, LA, or about 42m 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 57.6 miles or 1h 17m in
Use this first pause for coffee, a restroom break, and a quick traffic check ahead.
Halfway reset
Around 28.8 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 5m
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 Saint Martinville, LA so your first major turns are already loaded.
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Leave with enough water and a charging cable within reach, not packed away.
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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 Saint Martinville, LA
This is one driving day of about 57.6 miles and 1h 17m.
Your first comfortable stop window is around 80 miles from Saint Martinville, 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 I 10 for about 39.6 miles.
Where to Stop
Rest stops, refuel points, and overnight suggestions along this route.
Halfway Point
Midpoint
About 28.8 mi from Saint Martinville, LA · 42m 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 57.6 miles helps settle the day before fatigue starts building.
Meal break
The midpoint is around 28.8 miles from Saint Martinville, 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
$8.70 one way
$17.40 round trip
$3.84/gal
25.4 MPG avg
20 kg CO2
| Fuel Type | $/gal | One Way | Round Trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| midgrade | $4.21 | $9.55 | $19.10 |
| premium | $4.56 | $10.34 | $20.68 |
| diesel | $5.61 | $12.72 | $25.43 |
No toll roads detected on this route.
Estimated Trip Cost (one way, 1 person)
Fuel
$9
Meals
$25–$50
Total
$34–$59
Rough estimate based on US averages. Hotel $80–$140/night, meals $25–$50/day.
Estimated CO2 emission: 20.2 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-13.
Driving Electric?
About $6 in charging · 0 stops · 65% less CO2
| Vehicle Type | kWh | Stops | DC Fast | Home Charge |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Average EV | 17.3 | 0 | $6.05 | $2.76 |
| Efficient EV | 14.4 | 0 | $5.04 | $2.30 |
| EV Truck/SUV | 23 | 0 | $8.06 | $3.69 |
Gas CO2
20 kg
EV CO2
7 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
Baton Rouge, LA
Morning in Baton Rouge on Wednesday
Local time
6:45 AM
CDT
Current temp
88°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
89°F
Alexandria, LA
29 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
21 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 17m 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 Saint Martinville, LA to Baton Rouge, LA covers 57.6 miles and takes about 1h 17m without stops. Add 15-30 minutes for a fuel or rest stop on longer drives.
The main roads are I 10, Nursery Highway, Main 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 28.8 miles from Saint Martinville, LA. Look for rest areas, gas stations, or food options near the halfway mark.
At current regular gas prices, expect to spend about $8.70 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 57.6 miles you will encounter 13 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 14 miles (LA 349 / Nina Highway): Navigation decision point; at 15.9 miles (LA 352 / Henderson Highway): Navigation decision point; at 16.8 miles (I 10): Merge point - match speed before joining. Lane positioning matters here.
The route from Saint Martinville, LA to Baton Rouge, LA does not surface many named destination signs beyond the main corridor.
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