This 79.8-mile drive from Mansura to Baton Rouge, Louisiana, is an easy one-day trip, taking approximately 1 hour and 51 minutes. Primarily following LA 1 and Airline Highway, with a segment of False River Road, about 65% of this route involves highway driving. With an estimated fuel cost of $12, this drive offers a straightforward journey through Louisiana's Southeast region. It’s a manageable distance for a day trip, allowing you to arrive in Baton Rouge with plenty of time to spare.
Trip Pace
Same-day drive is realistic
A same-day return is realistic if you keep stops short.
Midpoint
39.9 miles from Mansura, LA
A natural place for your longest stop of the day
, about 56m into the drive
.
Main Roads
Road
Distance
Duration
LA 1
43.9 mi
1h 1m
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
Hospital Road
1.8 mi
3m
Highway 1186
1.3 mi
2m
Longest stretch:
LA 1
— 43.9 mi, about 1h 1m
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Mansura, LA and Baton Rouge, LA.
1
Start on LA 107
0.8 mi·1 min·Leglise Street
2
Turn left onto LA 1186
0.9 mi·1 min·Highway 1186
3
Keep slight right at fork onto LA 1186
0.4 mi·42 sec·Highway 1186
4
At end of road, turn right onto LA 1
44 mi·1 hr 1 min·LA 1
5
Turn right onto LA 1
1.8 mi·3 min·Hospital Road
6
At end of road, turn right onto LA 1
8.3 mi·11 min·False River Road
7
Continue on LA 1
4.3 mi·5 min·Wye Road
8
At end of road, turn left onto US 190; LA 1
11 mi·14 min·Airline Highway
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
Given its short duration of under two hours, this route offers flexibility; you can leave anytime that suits your schedule. With no designated stops in the data, plan for a brief pause if needed, perhaps after the longest 43.9-mile stretch on LA 1. Keep an eye on your fuel, budgeting around $12 for the trip, and consider that Airline Highway can experience local traffic, especially as you approach Baton Rouge. This manageable distance means you won't need to split the drive, allowing for a relaxed start and arrival.
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 39.9 miles from Mansura, LA, or about 56m into the drive.
The longest continuous stretch on this route runs about 43.9 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 26m in
Use this first pause for coffee, a restroom break, and a quick traffic check ahead.
Halfway reset
Around 39.9 miles or 56m 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 35m
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 Mansura, LA so your first major turns are already loaded.
Day 1
Settle into the route from Mansura, LA
This is one driving day of about 79.8 miles and 1h 51m.
Your first comfortable stop window is around 18 miles from Mansura, LA.
This route can stay practical as a one-day drive if traffic stays reasonable.
The longest stretch is on LA 1 for about 43.9 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 13
5 decision points cluster between mile 47.8 and 79.8 — GPS handles the exact turns, but know they're coming. Your lane choice matters more than the turn itself.
5
47.8 mi into trip|~1h 8m in|LA 1 / False River Road
At end of road, turn right onto LA 1 / False River Road
Navigation decision point
5
75.6 mi into trip|~1h 45m in|I 10
Merge onto I 10
Merge point - match speed before joining. Lane positioning matters here
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
7
78.6 mi into trip|~1h 49m 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
79 mi into trip|~1h 50m in
Keep slight right at fork
Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here
Use the slight right lane.
5
79.8 mi into trip|~1h 51m in|Government Street
Turn right onto Government Street
Navigation decision point
Fuel & Cost
Regular Gas
$12.05 one way
$24.10 round trip
$3.84/gal25.4 MPG avg28 kg CO2
Fuel Type
$/gal
One Way
Round Trip
midgrade
$4.21
$13.23
$26.46
premium
$4.56
$14.32
$28.65
diesel
$5.61
$17.62
$35.24
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: 27.9 kg one way.
Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-13.
Driving Electric?
About $8 in charging
· 0 stops
· 68% less CO2
Vehicle Type
kWh
Stops
DC Fast
Home Charge
Average EV
23.9
0
$8.38
$3.83
Efficient EV
20
0
$6.98
$3.19
EV Truck/SUV
31.9
0
$11.17
$5.11
Gas CO2
28 kg
EV CO2
9 kg (68% 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 18, 2026
Origin
Mansura, LA
Morning
in Mansura on Sunday
Local time
11:12 AM
CDT
Current temp
82°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
Destination
Baton Rouge, LA
Morning
in Baton Rouge on Sunday
Local time
11:12 AM
CDT
Current temp
65°F
Partly Cloudy
S 5 mph0% chanceLive 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
17 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 51m 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.
More Details
What kind of drive is this?
Expect a highway-focused experience for roughly two-thirds of your journey, with the longest uninterrupted stretch covering 43.9 miles on LA 1. The route offers a mix of faster highway sections and potentially more local road experiences as you navigate through different communities. This drive is designed for efficient travel, allowing you to cover ground without excessive detours. You'll likely find a balance between steady highway cruising and moments of passing through smaller towns.
65% 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: 43.9 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 around 47.8 miles in near LA 1 / False River Road.
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 79.8 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 47.8 miles (LA 1 / False River Road): Navigation decision point; at 75.6 miles (I 10): Merge point - match speed before joining. Lane positioning matters here; at 78.6 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. 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 51m. Total distance: 79.8 miles.
Family Friendly
Moderate complexity with 0 natural rest stops along the way.
Solo Traveler
1h 51m drive, comfortable solo distance.
First-Time Driver
Mostly highway driving (65%). Some complex stretches to watch for.
Frequently Asked Questions
The longest stretch is about 43.9 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: at 47.8 miles (LA 1 / False River Road): Navigation decision point; at 75.6 miles (I 10): Merge point - match speed before joining. Lane positioning matters here; at 78.6 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. 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.
