Origin
Killian, LA
Morning in Killian on Tuesday
Local time
7:14 AM
CDT
Current temp
67°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
Trip from Killian, 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 1m
Distance
48.7 mi
78 km
Drive Score
6/10
Good drive
Same Day?
Yes, doable
Fuel Cost
$7
one way
EV Charging
Unknown
Best Time to Leave
4 AM
0h 56m
★
6 AM
1h 1m
8 AM
1h 11m
10 AM
1h 5m
12 PM
1h 4m
3 PM
1h 5m
5 PM
1h 11m
8 PM
0h 58m
Estimated drive times based on typical traffic patterns. Actual times may vary with weather, construction, and real-time conditions.
Killian, LA
Yaroslav Shuraev
Trip Overview
This 48.7-mile journey from Killian to Baton Rouge, Louisiana, is a quick trip that can easily be completed in about an hour, making it perfect for a single day. Primarily on the West Florida Republic Parkway and Highway 22 before merging onto I-10, this drive is almost entirely highway, with 95% of the route featuring faster travel. With an estimated fuel cost of just $7, this is an economical option for getting between these Southeast Louisiana locations. Given its short distance and straightforward path, this route is best suited as a single-day excursion, requiring no overnight stays.
Main Roads
| Road | Distance | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| West Florida Republic Parkway | 32.7 mi | 35m |
| Highway 22 | 6.1 mi | 9m |
| I 10 | 3.6 mi | 4m |
| LA 43 | 3.2 mi | 5m |
| Main Street | 1.4 mi | 2m |
| Government Street | 0.6 mi | 1m |
| Martin Luther King Jr Memorial Freeway | 0.4 mi | <1m |
| LA 444 | <0.1 mi | <1m |
Longest stretch:
West Florida Republic Parkway
— 32.7 mi, about 35m
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Killian, LA and Baton Rouge, LA.
1
Start on LA 444
513 ft
·
19 sec
·
LA 444
2
Turn left onto LA 22
6.1 mi
·
9 min
·
Highway 22
3
At end of road, turn left onto LA 22; LA 1037
1.4 mi
·
2 min
·
Main Street
4
Turn right onto LA 43
3.2 mi
·
5 min
·
LA 43
5
Turn left
0.4 mi
·
50 sec
6
Merge onto I 12
33 mi
·
35 min
·
West Florida Republic Parkway
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
7
Merge onto I 10
3.6 mi
·
4 min
·
I 10
Use the slight right lane.
8
Keep slight right at fork onto I 110
0.4 mi
·
29 sec
·
Martin Luther King Jr Memorial Freeway
Toward I 110 North: Downtown, Metro Airport
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
9
Take the exit
0.2 mi
·
37 sec
Exit 1A
Toward LA 73: Government Street, River Center, Downtown
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
10
Turn left onto LA 73
0.6 mi
·
1 min
·
Government Street
Use the left / straight / right lanes.
11
Arrive at destination
Government Street
Where to Stop
Rest stops, refuel points, and overnight suggestions along this route.
Mid-route town
Meal stop
24 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 11 miles helps settle the day before fatigue starts building.
Meal break
The midpoint is around 24.3 miles from Killian, 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 95 decision points cluster between mile 0.1 and 47.9 — GPS handles the exact turns, but know they're coming. Your lane choice matters more than the turn itself.
4
0.1 mi into trip
|
~0m in
|
LA 22 / Highway 22
Turn left onto LA 22 / Highway 22
Navigation decision point
5
11.2 mi into trip
|
~18m in
|
I 12 / West Florida Republic Parkway
Merge onto I 12 / West Florida Republic Parkway
Merge point - match speed before joining. Lane positioning matters here
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
5
43.9 mi into trip
|
~54m in
|
I 10
Merge onto I 10
Merge point - match speed before joining. Lane positioning matters here
Use the slight right lane.
8
47.5 mi into trip
|
~58m in
|
I 110 / Martin Luther King Jr Memorial Freeway
Keep slight right at fork onto I 110 / Martin Luther King Jr Memorial Freeway toward I 110 North: Downtown, Metro Airport
Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
Toward I 110 North: Downtown, Metro Airport
8
47.9 mi into trip
|
~59m in
Take the exit toward LA 73: Government Street, River Center, Downtown
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.
Exit 1A
Toward LA 73: Government Street, River Center,...
Fuel & Cost
Regular Gas
$7.35 one way
$14.71 round trip
$3.84/gal
25.4 MPG avg
17 kg CO2
| Fuel Type | $/gal | One Way | Round Trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| midgrade | $4.21 | $8.07 | $16.15 |
| premium | $4.56 | $8.74 | $17.48 |
| diesel | $5.61 | $10.75 | $21.50 |
No toll roads detected on this route.
Drive Cost (one way)
Fuel
$7
Estimated CO2 emission: 17 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-13.
Driving Electric?
About $5 in charging · 0 stops · 65% less CO2
| Vehicle Type | kWh | Stops | DC Fast | Home Charge |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Average EV | 14.6 | 0 | $5.11 | $2.34 |
| Efficient EV | 12.2 | 0 | $4.26 | $1.95 |
| EV Truck/SUV | 19.5 | 0 | $6.82 | $3.12 |
Gas CO2
17 kg
EV CO2
6 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 Tuesday
Local time
7:14 AM
CDT
Current temp
86°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
66°F
Albany, LA
24 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
19 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 1m 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?
Expect a highway-focused experience for the majority of this 48.7-mile drive, with 95% of the route utilizing higher-speed roads. You'll encounter your longest uninterrupted stretch of 32.7 miles on the West Florida Republic Parkway, offering a consistent pace. As you transition to Highway 22 and then I-10, the character remains predominantly that of efficient, multi-lane travel. This isn't a winding scenic byway; it's a direct, functional connection designed for swift transit between Killian and Baton Rouge.
95% highway — fuel and pacing are the main things to plan.
11 navigation steps total — most of the decisions cluster near the start and finish.
Longest single stretch: 32.7 mi on West Florida Republic Parkway.
How Hard Is This Drive?
6/10
This is a straightforward highway drive that stays mostly on West Florida Republic Parkway and Highway 22. You will hit about 9 points where you need to pay attention to lane position or signs. The trickiest moment comes around 0.1 miles in near LA 22 / Highway 22.
Driving Effort
6/10
Moderate - straightforward overall, but long enough or busy enough to require pacing
Balances navigation complexity with total wheel time.
This drive requires moderate attention. Across 48.7 miles you will encounter 9 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 0.1 miles (LA 22 / Highway 22): Navigation decision point; at 11.2 miles (I 12 / West Florida Republic Parkway): Merge point - match speed before joining. Lane positioning matters here; at 43.9 miles (I 10): Merge point - match speed before joining. Lane positioning matters here.
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 1m. Total distance: 48.7 miles.
Family Friendly
Moderate complexity with 0 natural rest stops along the way.
Solo Traveler
1h 1m drive, comfortable solo distance.
EV Driver
0 DC fast chargers along the route. Coverage: unknown.
First-Time Driver
Mostly highway driving (95%). Some complex stretches to watch for.
Frequently Asked Questions
The longest stretch is about 32.7 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 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 0.1 miles (LA 22 / Highway 22): Navigation decision point; at 11.2 miles (I 12 / West Florida Republic Parkway): Merge point - match speed before joining. Lane positioning matters here; at 43.9 miles (I 10): 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.
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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