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.
Midpoint
36.5 miles from Broussard, LA
A natural place for your longest stop of the day
, about 57m into the drive
.
Main Roads
Road
Distance
Duration
US 190
33.7 mi
44m
US 71
16.7 mi
24m
State Route 107
7.3 mi
12m
La 361
6.9 mi
12m
LA 415 Spur
3.6 mi
5m
I 10
3 mi
3m
Nicholson Drive
0.3 mi
<1m
Saint Louis Street
0.3 mi
<1m
Longest stretch:
US 190
— 33.7 mi, about 44m
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Broussard, LA and Baton Rouge, LA.
1
Start on Barron Road
395 ft·17 sec·Barron Road
2
Turn right onto LA 107
4.0 mi·7 min·State Route 107
3
At end of road, turn right onto LA 107
2.7 mi·4 min·State Route 107
4
Continue on LA 107
0.7 mi·1 min·State Route 107
5
Continue on LA 361
6.9 mi·12 min·LA 361
6
At end of road, turn left onto US 71
17 mi·24 min·US 71
7
Take the ramp
0.2 mi·32 sec
8
Merge onto US 190
34 mi·44 min·US 190
Use the straight / right lanes.
9
Keep slight right at fork onto LA 415 Spur
3.6 mi·5 min·LA 415 Spur
10
Turn left
0.3 mi·36 sec
Toward I 10 East: Baton Rouge
11
Merge onto I 10
3.0 mi·3 min·I 10
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
12
Take the exit
0.4 mi·48 sec
Exit 155AToward LA 30Use the straight / slight right lanes.
13
Keep slight right at fork
399 ft·9 sec
Use the slight right lane.
14
Turn straight onto LA 3290-1
494 ft·18 sec·Oklahoma Street
15
Turn right onto LA 30
0.3 mi·34 sec·Nicholson Drive
16
Continue on Saint Louis Street
0.3 mi·45 sec·Saint Louis Street
17
Turn right onto Government Street
13 ft·0 sec·Government Street
18
Arrive at destination
Government Street
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 36.5 miles from Broussard, LA, or about 57m into the drive.
The longest continuous stretch on this route runs about 33.7 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 16 miles or 27m in
Use this first pause for coffee, a restroom break, and a quick traffic check ahead.
Halfway reset
Around 36.5 miles or 57m 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 31m
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 Broussard, LA so your first major turns are already loaded.
Day 1
Settle into the route from Broussard, LA
This is one driving day of about 72.9 miles and 1h 46m.
Your first comfortable stop window is around 16 miles from Broussard, LA.
This route can stay practical as a one-day drive if traffic stays reasonable.
The longest stretch is on US 190 for about 33.7 miles.
Where to Stop
Rest stops, refuel points, and overnight suggestions along this route.
Place data sourced from public business listings. Hours and availability may vary.
Heads-up: tricky spots
5 of 11
5 decision points cluster between mile 4.1 and 72.2 — GPS handles the exact turns, but know they're coming. Your lane choice matters more than the turn itself.
5
4.1 mi into trip|~7m in|LA 107 / State Route 107
At end of road, turn right onto LA 107 / State Route 107
Navigation decision point
5
14.3 mi into trip|~25m in|US 71
At end of road, turn left onto US 71
Navigation decision point
5
31.2 mi into trip|~50m in|US 190
Merge onto US 190
Merge point - match speed before joining. Lane positioning matters here
Use the straight / right lanes.
7
71.8 mi into trip|~1h 44m 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
72.2 mi into trip|~1h 45m in
Keep slight right at fork
Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here
Use the slight right lane.
Fuel & Cost
Regular Gas
$11.01 one way
$22.02 round trip
$3.84/gal25.4 MPG avg26 kg CO2
Fuel Type
$/gal
One Way
Round Trip
midgrade
$4.21
$12.09
$24.17
premium
$4.56
$13.08
$26.17
diesel
$5.61
$16.10
$32.19
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: 25.5 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
21.9
0
$7.65
$3.50
Efficient EV
18.2
0
$6.38
$2.92
EV Truck/SUV
29.2
0
$10.21
$4.67
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.
Forecast as of Apr 15, 2026
Origin
Broussard, LA
Afternoon
in Broussard on Sunday
Local time
12:29 PM
CDT
Current temp
81°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
Destination
Baton Rouge, LA
Afternoon
in Baton Rouge on Sunday
Local time
12:29 PM
CDT
Current temp
83°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
84°F
Livonia, LA
36 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
2 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 46m 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.
More Details
What kind of drive is this?
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.
98% highway — fuel and pacing are the main things to plan.
18 navigation steps total — most of the decisions cluster near the start and finish.
Longest single stretch: 33.7 mi on US 190.
How Hard Is This Drive?
7/10
This is a straightforward highway drive that stays mostly on US 190 and US 71. This route has several spots where lane changes, forks, or exits need your full attention. The trickiest moment comes around 4.1 miles in near LA 107 / State Route 107.
Driving Effort7/10
Demanding - plan breaks and stay ahead of the key maneuvers
Balances navigation complexity with total wheel time.
This drive requires moderate attention. Across 72.9 miles you will encounter 11 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 4.1 miles (LA 107 / State Route 107): Navigation decision point; at 14.3 miles (US 71): Navigation decision point; at 31.2 miles (US 190): Merge point - match speed before joining. Lane positioning matters here.
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.
Doable as a same-day drive at 1h 46m. Total distance: 72.9 miles.
Family Friendly
Moderate complexity with 0 natural rest stops along the way.
Solo Traveler
1h 46m drive, comfortable solo distance.
First-Time Driver
Mostly highway driving (98%). Some complex stretches to watch for.
Frequently Asked Questions
The longest stretch is about 33.7 miles on US 190. 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 Baton Rouge, 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 4.1 miles (LA 107 / State Route 107): Navigation decision point; at 14.3 miles (US 71): Navigation decision point; at 31.2 miles (US 190): Merge point - match speed before joining. Lane positioning matters here.
Yes. A round trip is manageable in a single day if you plan a break at Baton Rouge, LA before heading back.
