Origin
Cottonport, LA
Late night in Cottonport on Tuesday
Local time
4:42 AM
CDT
Current temp
68°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
Trip from Cottonport, LA to Baton Rouge, 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 59m
Distance
82.7 mi
133 km
Drive Score
9/10
Great drive
Same Day?
Yes, doable
Fuel Cost
$12
one way
EV Charging
Unknown
Best Time to Leave
4 AM
1h 51m
★
6 AM
1h 59m
8 AM
2h 16m
10 AM
2h 5m
12 PM
2h 3m
3 PM
2h 6m
5 PM
2h 16m
8 PM
1h 54m
Estimated drive times based on typical traffic patterns. Actual times may vary with weather, construction, and real-time conditions.
Cottonport, LA
Kari Alfonso
Trip Overview
Cottonport, LA to Baton Rouge, LA is 82.7 miles and takes about 1h 59m via LA 1 and Airline Highway, with a fuel budget near $12 and enough daylight to finish in a day. This drive stays within the Southeast region, connecting two points in Louisiana. Expect a highway-focused experience for most of the journey. With a duration under two hours and a low fuel cost, this is an easy, straightforward trip suitable for a single day, allowing plenty of time for activities upon arrival in Baton Rouge.
Trip Pace
Same-day drive is realistic
A same-day return is realistic if you keep stops short.
Midpoint
41.4 miles from Cottonport, LA
A natural place for your longest stop of the day , about 1h 1m into the drive .
Main Roads
| Road | Distance | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| LA 1 | 39.1 mi | 54m |
| Airline Highway | 11.4 mi | 14m |
| False River Road | 8.3 mi | 11m |
| Wye Road | 4.3 mi | 5m |
| LA 415 Spur | 3.6 mi | 5m |
| I 10 | 3 mi | 3m |
| Highway 29 | 2.6 mi | 4m |
| Highway 114 | 2 mi | 3m |
Longest stretch:
LA 1
— 39.1 mi, about 54m
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Cottonport, LA and Baton Rouge, LA.
1
Start on Carmen
97 ft
·
6 sec
·
Carmen
2
Turn right onto Sycamore Street
341 ft
·
17 sec
·
Sycamore Street
3
Turn right onto LA 107
0.2 mi
·
26 sec
·
Cottonport Avenue
4
Turn right onto LA 29; LA 107
0.6 mi
·
1 min
·
Front Street
5
Turn right onto LA 29
1.2 mi
·
2 min
·
Longbridge Road
6
Continue on LA 29
2.6 mi
·
4 min
·
Highway 29
7
At end of road, turn right onto LA 114
1.4 mi
·
2 min
·
Highway 114
8
Continue on LA 114
1.6 mi
·
2 min
·
Bayou Des Glaises Street
9
Turn right onto LA 114
1.6 mi
·
2 min
·
Main Street
10
Turn straight onto LA 114
0.6 mi
·
1 min
·
Highway 114
11
Continue on LA 1
39 mi
·
54 min
·
LA 1
12
Turn right onto LA 1
1.8 mi
·
3 min
·
Hospital Road
13
At end of road, turn right onto LA 1
8.3 mi
·
11 min
·
False River Road
14
Continue on LA 1
4.3 mi
·
5 min
·
Wye Road
15
At end of road, turn left onto US 190; LA 1
11 mi
·
14 min
·
Airline Highway
16
Keep slight right at fork onto LA 415 Spur
3.6 mi
·
5 min
·
LA 415 Spur
17
Turn left
0.3 mi
·
36 sec
Toward I 10 East: Baton Rouge
18
Merge onto I 10
3.0 mi
·
3 min
·
I 10
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
19
Take the exit
0.4 mi
·
48 sec
Exit 155A
Toward LA 30
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
20
Keep slight right at fork
399 ft
·
9 sec
Use the slight right lane.
21
Turn straight onto LA 3290-1
494 ft
·
18 sec
·
Oklahoma Street
22
Turn right onto LA 30
0.3 mi
·
34 sec
·
Nicholson Drive
23
Continue on Saint Louis Street
0.3 mi
·
45 sec
·
Saint Louis Street
24
Turn right onto Government Street
13 ft
·
0 sec
·
Government Street
25
Arrive at destination
Government Street
Trip Plan
Given the short duration of under two hours, you have considerable flexibility with your departure time. Leaving anytime in the morning will get you to Baton Rouge with ample daylight remaining. The longest stretch without a significant change in road is over 39 miles, so plan any brief stops before or after this segment. With a fuel cost estimated at $12, you can easily manage your budget. Keep an eye out for the transition onto Airline Highway as you approach Baton Rouge for the most direct entry.
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 41.4 miles from Cottonport, LA, or about 1h 1m into the drive.
The longest continuous stretch on this route runs about 39.1 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 18 miles or 29m in
Use this first pause for coffee, a restroom break, and a quick traffic check ahead.
Halfway reset
Around 41.4 miles or 1h 1m 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 42m
Traffic, exits, and arrival timing usually matter more near Baton Rouge, LA than in the middle of the route.
Before You Leave
+
Open the route before leaving Cottonport, LA so your first major turns are already loaded.
Day 1
Settle into the route from Cottonport, LA
This is one driving day of about 82.7 miles and 1h 59m.
Your first comfortable stop window is around 18 miles from Cottonport, LA.
This route can stay practical as a one-day drive if traffic stays reasonable.
The longest stretch is on LA 1 for about 39.1 miles.
Where to Stop
Rest stops, refuel points, and overnight suggestions along this route.
Mid-route town
Meal stop
41 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 18 miles helps settle the day before fatigue starts building.
Meal break
The midpoint is around 41.4 miles from Cottonport, LA, which is a good place for a longer meal and fuel stop.
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 155 decision points cluster between mile 0 and 81.9 — GPS handles the exact turns, but know they're coming. Your lane choice matters more than the turn itself.
5
0 mi into trip
|
~0m in
|
Sycamore Street
Turn right onto Sycamore Street
Navigation decision point
5
0.1 mi into trip
|
~0m in
|
LA 107 / Cottonport Avenue
Turn right onto LA 107 / Cottonport Avenue
Navigation decision point
5
4.7 mi into trip
|
~8m in
|
LA 114 / Highway 114
At end of road, turn right onto LA 114 / Highway 114
Navigation decision point
7
81.6 mi into trip
|
~1h 56m 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
81.9 mi into trip
|
~1h 57m in
Keep slight right at fork
Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here
Use the slight right lane.
Fuel & Cost
Regular Gas
$12.49 one way
$24.98 round trip
$3.84/gal
25.4 MPG avg
29 kg CO2
| Fuel Type | $/gal | One Way | Round Trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| midgrade | $4.21 | $13.71 | $27.42 |
| premium | $4.56 | $14.84 | $29.69 |
| diesel | $5.61 | $18.26 | $36.52 |
No toll roads detected on this route.
Estimated Trip Cost (one way, 1 person)
Fuel
$12
Meals
$25–$50
Total
$37–$62
Rough estimate based on US averages. Hotel $80–$140/night, meals $25–$50/day.
Estimated CO2 emission: 28.9 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-13.
Driving Electric?
About $9 in charging · 0 stops · 66% less CO2
| Vehicle Type | kWh | Stops | DC Fast | Home Charge |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Average EV | 24.8 | 0 | $8.68 | $3.97 |
| Efficient EV | 20.7 | 0 | $7.24 | $3.31 |
| EV Truck/SUV | 33.1 | 0 | $11.58 | $5.29 |
Gas CO2
29 kg
EV CO2
10 kg (66% 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
Late night in Baton Rouge on Tuesday
Local time
4:42 AM
CDT
Current temp
65°F
Mostly Cloudy
S 5 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
3 degrees cooler at arrival
A meaningful temperature swing is a good cue to rethink layers, water, and how soon you want to arrive.
Road read
1h 59m 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.
What kind of drive is this?
This route offers a highway-focused drive, with 61% of the journey on major roads like LA 1 and Airline Highway. You'll experience a longest stretch of 39.1 miles on LA 1, providing a consistent pace. The road character is primarily that of a main thoroughfare, connecting communities efficiently. While not a winding scenic byway, it offers a reliable and direct path to your destination.
61% highway — fuel and pacing are the main things to plan.
25 navigation steps total — most of the decisions cluster near the start and finish.
Longest single stretch: 39.1 mi on LA 1.
How Hard Is This Drive?
7/10
This is a straightforward highway drive that stays mostly on LA 1 and Airline Highway. This route has several spots where lane changes, forks, or exits need your full attention. The trickiest moment comes early in the drive near Sycamore Street.
Driving Effort
7/10
Demanding - plan breaks and stay ahead of the key maneuvers
Balances navigation complexity with total wheel time.
This drive requires moderate attention. Across 82.7 miles you will encounter 15 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: near the start (Sycamore Street): Navigation decision point; at 0.1 miles (LA 107 / Cottonport Avenue): Navigation decision point; at 4.7 miles (LA 114 / Highway 114): Navigation decision point.
About the Cities
Arriving 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
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 59m. Total distance: 82.7 miles.
Family Friendly
Moderate complexity with 0 natural rest stops along the way.
Solo Traveler
1h 59m drive, comfortable solo distance.
First-Time Driver
Mostly highway driving (61%). Some complex stretches to watch for.
Frequently Asked Questions
The longest stretch is about 39.1 miles on LA 1. 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: near the start (Sycamore Street): Navigation decision point; at 0.1 miles (LA 107 / Cottonport Avenue): Navigation decision point; at 4.7 miles (LA 114 / Highway 114): Navigation decision point.
Yes. A round trip is manageable in a single day if you plan a break at Baton Rouge, 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, and EIA for fuel prices. See our methodology for refresh cadence and limitations.
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