Origin
Baton Rouge, LA
Late night in Baton Rouge on Tuesday
Local time
4:24 AM
CDT
Current temp
86°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
Trip from Baton Rouge, LA to Mandeville, LA
Pin this tripCompiled and reviewed by the US Trip Planner planning team at COD Solutions Oy · Last reviewed Apr 21, 2026 · Editorial standards
Drive Time
1h 25m
Distance
73.6 mi
118 km
Drive Score
7/10
Good drive
Same Day?
Yes, doable
Fuel Cost
$11
one way
EV Charging
Good
8 stations
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.
Mandeville, LA
Wikimedia Commons
Trip Overview
This straightforward 73.6-mile drive from Baton Rouge, LA, to Mandeville, LA, is designed for efficiency, taking approximately 1 hour and 25 minutes to complete. Primarily utilizing West Florida Republic Parkway and I-10, with a segment on US 190, this trip is well-suited as a single-day excursion, eliminating the need for an overnight stay. The estimated fuel cost for this journey is around $11, making it an economical option for travelers. Given its highway-focused nature, you can expect a consistent pace throughout the drive as you travel within the Southeast region of Louisiana. It's a practical choice when you need to get from point A to point B without significant detours.
Main Roads
| Road | Distance | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| West Florida Republic Parkway | 61.8 mi | 1h 6m |
| I 10 | 3.7 mi | 4m |
| US 190 | 2.1 mi | 2m |
| Highway 190 | 1.6 mi | 2m |
| Florida Street | 1 mi | 1m |
| Government Street | 0.5 mi | 1m |
| Girod Street | 0.4 mi | 1m |
| Emerald Road | 0.3 mi | <1m |
Longest stretch:
West Florida Republic Parkway
— 61.8 mi, about 1h 6m
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Baton Rouge, LA and Mandeville, 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
3.7 mi
·
4 min
·
I 10
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
6
Take the exit
0.8 mi
·
1 min
Exit 159
Toward I 12 East: Hammond
Use the slight left / straight lanes.
7
Continue on I 12
62 mi
·
1 hr 6 min
·
West Florida Republic Parkway
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
8
Take the exit
0.3 mi
·
41 sec
Toward US 190: Covington, Mandeville
9
Keep slight right at fork
0.4 mi
·
51 sec
Toward US 190 East: Mandeville
10
Merge onto US 190
1.8 mi
·
2 min
·
US 190
11
Take the exit onto US 190
0.3 mi
·
40 sec
·
US 190
Toward US 190 East, LA 22 West: Mandeville, Ponchatoula
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
12
Keep slight left at fork onto US 190
209 ft
·
7 sec
·
US 190
Toward US 190 East: Mandeville, Fontainebleau State Park
13
Turn left onto US 190
1.3 mi
·
2 min
·
Highway 190
Use the left / straight lanes.
14
Continue on US 190
0.3 mi
·
28 sec
·
Emerald Road
15
Continue on US 190
0.4 mi
·
33 sec
·
Highway 190
16
Continue on US 190
1.0 mi
·
1 min
·
Florida Street
17
Turn right onto LA 1087
0.4 mi
·
1 min
·
Girod Street
18
Turn right onto LA 1087
160 ft
·
4 sec
·
Monroe Street
19
Arrive at destination
LA 1087
Where to Stop
Rest stops, refuel points, and overnight suggestions along this route.
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 16 miles helps settle the day before fatigue starts building.
Meal break
The midpoint is around 36.8 miles from Baton Rouge, LA, which is a good place for a longer meal and fuel stop.
Before the longest stretch
Fuel checkTop up before West Florida Republic Parkway if your tank is already low. That segment runs about 61.8 miles.
These stop ideas are pacing suggestions — the exact town or exit can change with traffic, hotel plans, and fuel range.
Heads-up: tricky spots
5 of 135 decision points cluster between mile 1.1 and 70.2 — GPS handles the exact turns, but know they're coming. Your lane choice matters more than the turn itself.
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
4.8 mi into trip
|
~6m in
Take the exit toward I 12 East: Hammond
Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here
Use the slight left / straight lanes.
Exit 159
Toward I 12 East: Hammond
5
67.3 mi into trip
|
~1h 15m in
Take the exit toward US 190: Covington, Mandeville
Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one
Toward US 190: Covington, Mandeville
7
69.8 mi into trip
|
~1h 19m in
|
US 190
Take the exit onto US 190 toward US 190 East, LA 22 West: Mandeville, Ponchatoula
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.
Toward US 190 East, LA 22 West: Mandeville, Pon...
6
70.2 mi into trip
|
~1h 19m in
|
US 190
Keep slight left at fork onto US 190 toward US 190 East: Mandeville, Fontainebleau State Park
Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one
Toward US 190 East: Mandeville, Fontainebleau S...
Fuel & Cost
Regular Gas
$11.12 one way
$22.23 round trip
$3.84/gal
25.4 MPG avg
26 kg CO2
| Fuel Type | $/gal | One Way | Round Trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| midgrade | $4.21 | $12.20 | $24.40 |
| premium | $4.56 | $13.21 | $26.42 |
| diesel | $5.61 | $16.25 | $32.50 |
No toll roads detected on this route.
Drive Cost (one way)
Fuel
$11
Estimated CO2 emission: 25.8 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-13.
Driving Electric?
About $8 in charging · 0 stops · 65% less CO2
| Vehicle Type | kWh | Stops | DC Fast | Home Charge |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Average EV | 22.1 | 0 | $7.73 | $3.53 |
| Efficient EV | 18.4 | 0 | $6.44 | $2.94 |
| EV Truck/SUV | 29.4 | 0 | $10.30 | $4.71 |
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
Mandeville, LA
Late night in Mandeville on Tuesday
Local time
4:24 AM
CDT
Current temp
86°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
66°F
Albany, LA
37 mi in
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
Very similar conditions
Both ends of the route are sitting at about the same temperature right now.
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.
What kind of drive is this?
The character of this 73.6-mile route is predominantly highway-focused, with 94% of the drive on high-speed roads. You'll experience a significant stretch of 61.8 miles on West Florida Republic Parkway, which sets a consistent pace for a large portion of your journey. While the majority is on interstates and parkways, the inclusion of US 190 offers a slight shift in the road's feel as you progress. Expect a driving experience that prioritizes directness over winding scenic byways, allowing you to cover ground efficiently.
94% highway — fuel and pacing are the main things to plan.
19 navigation steps total — most of the decisions cluster near the start and finish.
Longest single stretch: 61.8 mi on West Florida Republic Parkway.
How Hard Is This Drive?
8/10
This is a straightforward highway drive that stays mostly on West Florida Republic Parkway and I 10. This route has several spots where lane changes, forks, or exits need your full attention. The trickiest moment comes around 1.1 miles in near I 10.
Driving Effort
8/10
Demanding - plan breaks and stay ahead of the key maneuvers
Balances navigation complexity with total wheel time.
This drive requires moderate attention. Across 73.6 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 1.1 miles (I 10): Merge point - match speed before joining. Lane positioning matters here; at 4.8 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here; at 67.3 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one.
Towns Mentioned on Route Signs
Based on OSRM destination-sign hints, not a full list of every settlement the road passes.
Towns Mentioned on Route Signs
Based on OSRM destination-sign hints, not a full list of every settlement the road passes.
On the drive from Baton Rouge, LA to Mandeville, LA, road signs begin pointing toward Ponchatoula along the way.
Ponchatoula
69.8 mi in
|
~1h 19m
|
via US 190
About the Cities
Starting in Baton Rouge, LA
Full guide →Founded 1719
Baton Rouge is the capital of Louisiana, USA. Located on the east bank of the mighty Mississippi River, Baton Rouge is Louisiana's second largest city, home of Louisiana State University, major port facilities, and a variety of attractions.
Top landmarks
- • Louisiana State Capitol — state capitol building of the U.S. state of Louisiana
- • USS Kidd — 1943 Fletcher-class destroyer
- • Hilton Baton Rouge Capitol Center — hotel in Baton Rouge, United States
Arriving in Mandeville, LA
Full guide →Mandeville is a small city in the Florida Parishes of Louisiana. It is located on the north shore of Lake Pontchartrain, in St. Tammany Parish.
City content from Wikivoyage (CC BY-SA 4.0) and Wikidata (CC0).
Who Is This Route For?
Weekend Trip
Doable as a same-day drive at 1h 25m. Total distance: 73.6 miles.
Family Friendly
Moderate complexity with 0 natural rest stops along the way.
Solo Traveler
1h 25m drive, comfortable solo distance.
EV Driver
0 DC fast chargers along the route. Coverage: unknown.
First-Time Driver
Mostly highway driving (94%). Some complex stretches to watch for.
Frequently Asked Questions
The longest stretch is about 61.8 miles on West Florida Republic Parkway. The full list of main roads is in the Roads section above.
It helps. This route has a higher-than-average number of complex decision points, which get harder in the dark. If the last hour of the trip is on surface roads or mountain grades, aim to arrive at Mandeville, LA before sunset when you can. Check the Trip Plan for departure windows that land you in daylight.
Yes. At under 2 hours behind the wheel, this works well for families — plan one quick stop if you have younger kids.
The main spots that need attention: at 1.1 miles (I 10): Merge point - match speed before joining. Lane positioning matters here; at 4.8 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here; at 67.3 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one.
Yes — New Orleans Jazz National Historical Park. See the National Parks section for detour distances and tips on detours.
Yes. A round trip is manageable in a single day if you plan a break at Mandeville, LA before heading back.
How this page is built
Compiled by the US Trip Planner planning team at COD Solutions Oy from open government datasets — OSRM over OpenStreetMap for geometry, EIA for fuel prices, and NPS for national parks. See our methodology for refresh cadence and limitations.
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