Origin
Schriever, LA
Afternoon in Schriever on Sunday
Local time
2:44 PM
CDT
Current temp
67°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
Trip from Schriever, LA to Baton Rouge, LA
Drive Time
1h 25m
Distance
73.7 mi
119 km
Drive Score
7/10
Good drive
Same Day?
Yes, doable
Fuel Cost
$11
one way
Schriever, LA
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Trip Overview
Traveling from Schriever to Baton Rouge covers 73.7 miles and typically takes about 1 hour and 25 minutes. This journey is perfectly suited as a simple day trip, as it stays entirely within Southeast Louisiana and does not require an overnight split. You can expect to spend approximately $10 on fuel for the trek, making it a very budget-friendly commute. Since you won't encounter any official stops along the way, it is a straightforward point-to-point drive. If you are looking for a quick transition between these two locations, this route offers a practical and efficient option.
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
36.8 miles from Schriever, LA
A natural place for your longest stop of the day , about 42m into the drive .
Drive Character
Expect a turn-heavy local drive that keeps you engaged behind the wheel. Unlike a monotonous interstate slog, this route features zero highway miles, focusing instead on local navigation through Highway 24, Main Street, and the Saint George Bridge. You will find no long, uninterrupted highway stretches here, as the longest segment is 0 miles on Highway 24. The personality of this trip is defined by frequent turns and local road dynamics rather than high-speed cruising. Be prepared to navigate through community corridors as you make your way toward the capital.
This route has more turning and local-road decision points than a simple highway run.
There are about 22 navigation steps in the underlying route data, so the final approach matters more than the middle miles.
Highway 24 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 Schriever, 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 Schriever, LA to Baton Rouge, LA is straightforward, with well-signed roads and simple exits.
Main Roads
| Road | Distance | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| Highway 24 | Unavailable | Refreshing |
| Main Street | Unavailable | Refreshing |
| Saint George Bridge | Unavailable | Refreshing |
| Park Avenue | Unavailable | Refreshing |
| Canal Boulevard | Unavailable | Refreshing |
| Jackson Street | Unavailable | Refreshing |
| Saint Patrick Bridge | Unavailable | Refreshing |
| Saint Patrick Street | Unavailable | Refreshing |
Per-road distance and duration are being refreshed from OSRM for this route.
Longest stretch:
Highway 24
— detailed segment metrics are refreshing.
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Schriever, LA and Baton Rouge, LA.
1
Start on Highway 24
0.2 mi
·
21 sec
·
Highway 24
2
Turn straight onto Main Street
0.1 mi
·
18 sec
·
Main Street
3
Turn left onto Saint George Bridge
115 ft
·
11 sec
·
Saint George Bridge
4
Turn left onto Park Avenue
2.9 mi
·
4 min
·
Park Avenue
5
Continue on Canal Boulevard
0.8 mi
·
1 min
·
Canal Boulevard
6
Enter the roundabout and take exit 3 toward Jackson Street
180 ft
·
4 sec
·
Jackson Street
7
Exit the roundabout onto Jackson Street
0.7 mi
·
1 min
·
Jackson Street
8
Continue on Saint Patrick Bridge
397 ft
·
9 sec
·
Saint Patrick Bridge
9
Turn straight onto Saint Patrick Street
2.6 mi
·
3 min
·
Saint Patrick Street
10
Turn left
197 ft
·
7 sec
11
Turn straight onto North Canal Boulevard
417 ft
·
7 sec
·
North Canal Boulevard
12
Continue on Louisiana 20
8.1 mi
·
11 min
·
Louisiana 20
13
Keep slight left
6.2 mi
·
9 min
14
Turn right
2.3 mi
·
3 min
15
Turn left
6.8 mi
·
9 min
16
Turn left onto West Airline Highway
8.9 mi
·
10 min
·
West Airline Highway
17
Take the exit slight right toward I 10 West: Baton Rouge
0.6 mi
·
59 sec
·
I 10 West: Baton Rouge
18
Merge slight left
31 mi
·
34 min
19
Keep slight right to continue on Martin Luther King Jr Memorial Freeway
0.4 mi
·
29 sec
·
Martin Luther King Jr Memorial Freeway
20
Take the exit slight right toward LA 73: Government Street, River Center, Downtown
0.2 mi
·
37 sec
·
LA 73: Government Street, River Center, Downtown
21
Turn left onto Government Street
0.6 mi
·
1 min
·
Government Street
22
Arrive at your destination
Trip Plan
Because this is a relatively short trip, you have plenty of flexibility regarding your departure time. Since the entire drive is composed of local roads, keep a close eye on your navigation as you transition between Highway 24 and local streets like Main Street. You should plan to complete the 73.7-mile distance in one go, as there are no scheduled stops built into this path. Make sure your fuel tank is ready for the $10 investment before you head out. A helpful tip for this specific route is to stay alert when crossing the Saint George Bridge, as the local road navigation requires your full attention throughout the journey.
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 36.8 miles from Schriever, 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 73.7 miles or 1h 25m in
Use this first pause for coffee, a restroom break, and a quick traffic check ahead.
Halfway reset
Around 36.8 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 13m
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 Schriever, 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 Schriever, LA
This is one driving day of about 73.7 miles and 1h 25m.
Your first comfortable stop window is around 80 miles from Schriever, 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 36.8 mi from Schriever, LA · 42m into the drive
Mid-route town
Meal stop
37 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 73.7 miles helps settle the day before fatigue starts building.
Meal break
The midpoint is around 36.8 miles from Schriever, 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
$11.27 one way
$22.53 round trip
$3.88/gal
25.4 MPG avg
26 kg CO2
| Fuel Type | $/gal | One Way | Round Trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| midgrade | $4.26 | $12.36 | $24.72 |
| premium | $4.61 | $13.38 | $26.75 |
| diesel | $5.64 | $16.37 | $32.75 |
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: 25.8 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-06.
Driving Electric?
About $8 in charging · 0 stops · 65% less CO2
| Vehicle Type | kWh | Stops | DC Fast | Home Charge |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Average EV | 22.1 | 0 | $7.74 | $3.54 |
| Efficient EV | 18.4 | 0 | $6.45 | $2.95 |
| EV Truck/SUV | 29.5 | 0 | $10.32 | $4.72 |
Gas CO2
26 kg
EV CO2
9 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
Afternoon in Baton Rouge on Sunday
Local time
2:44 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
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 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 Schriever, LA to Baton Rouge, LA covers 73.7 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 Highway 24, Main Street, Saint George Bridge. Expect a mix of highway and local road driving.
This is a comfortable same-day trip.
The midpoint is about 36.8 miles from Schriever, LA. Look for rest areas, gas stations, or food options near the halfway mark.
At current regular gas prices, expect to spend about $11.27 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 Schriever, 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 Schriever, LA to Baton Rouge, LA is straightforward, with well-signed roads and simple exits.
The route from Schriever, LA to Baton Rouge, LA does not surface many named destination signs beyond the main corridor.
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