Origin
Rayne, LA
Late night in Rayne on Tuesday
Local time
3:50 AM
CDT
Current temp
69°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
Trip from Rayne, 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 19m
Distance
69.3 mi
111 km
Drive Score
7/10
Good drive
Same Day?
Yes, doable
Fuel Cost
$10
one way
EV Charging
Good
8 stations
Best Time to Leave
4 AM
1h 14m
★
6 AM
1h 20m
8 AM
1h 32m
10 AM
1h 24m
12 PM
1h 23m
3 PM
1h 25m
5 PM
1h 32m
8 PM
1h 16m
Estimated drive times based on typical traffic patterns. Actual times may vary with weather, construction, and real-time conditions.
Rayne, LA
Israyosoy S.
Trip Overview
Rayne, LA to Baton Rouge, LA is 69.3 miles and takes about 1h 19m via I 10, with a fuel budget near $10 and enough daylight to finish in a day. This trip stays within the Southeast region and the state of Louisiana, making it a straightforward drive. Given its highway-focused nature and short duration, it's a perfect option for a quick day trip or an easy leg of a longer journey. You'll likely find it a practical and efficient way to get from one point to another without much fuss.
Main Roads
| Road | Distance | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| I 10 | 66.7 mi | 1h 14m |
| The Boulevard | 0.6 mi | <1m |
| South Adams Avenue | 0.4 mi | <1m |
| Nicholson Drive | 0.3 mi | <1m |
| Saint Louis Street | 0.3 mi | <1m |
| Oklahoma Street | <0.1 mi | <1m |
| State Route 35 | <0.1 mi | <1m |
| East Texas Avenue | <0.1 mi | <1m |
Longest stretch:
I 10
— 66.7 mi, about 1h 14m
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Rayne, LA and Baton Rouge, LA.
1
Start on US 90
110 ft
·
4 sec
·
East Texas Avenue
2
Turn right onto LA 35
0.4 mi
·
36 sec
·
South Adams Avenue
3
Turn slight left onto LA 35
461 ft
·
7 sec
·
State Route 35
4
Continue on LA 35; LA 98
0.6 mi
·
58 sec
·
The Boulevard
5
Take the ramp
0.3 mi
·
38 sec
6
Merge onto I 10
67 mi
·
1 hr 14 min
·
I 10
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
7
Take the exit
0.4 mi
·
48 sec
Exit 155A
Toward LA 30
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
8
Keep slight right at fork
399 ft
·
9 sec
Use the slight right lane.
9
Turn straight onto LA 3290-1
494 ft
·
18 sec
·
Oklahoma Street
10
Turn right onto LA 30
0.3 mi
·
34 sec
·
Nicholson Drive
11
Continue on Saint Louis Street
0.3 mi
·
45 sec
·
Saint Louis Street
12
Turn right onto Government Street
13 ft
·
0 sec
·
Government Street
13
Arrive at destination
Government Street
Where to Stop
Rest stops, refuel points, and overnight suggestions along this route.
Mid-route town
Meal stop
35 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 15 miles helps settle the day before fatigue starts building.
Meal break
The midpoint is around 34.6 miles from Rayne, LA, which is a good place for a longer meal and fuel stop.
Before the longest stretch
Fuel checkTop up before I 10 if your tank is already low. That segment runs about 66.7 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 65 decision points cluster between mile 0 and 69.3 — GPS handles the exact turns, but know they're coming. Your lane choice matters more than the turn itself.
4
0 mi into trip
|
~0m in
|
LA 35 / South Adams Avenue
Turn right onto LA 35 / South Adams Avenue
Navigation decision point
5
1.5 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
68.1 mi into trip
|
~1h 17m 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
68.5 mi into trip
|
~1h 18m in
Keep slight right at fork
Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here
Use the slight right lane.
5
69.3 mi into trip
|
~1h 19m in
|
Government Street
Turn right onto Government Street
Navigation decision point
Fuel & Cost
Regular Gas
$10.47 one way
$20.93 round trip
$3.84/gal
25.4 MPG avg
24 kg CO2
| Fuel Type | $/gal | One Way | Round Trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| midgrade | $4.21 | $11.49 | $22.98 |
| premium | $4.56 | $12.44 | $24.88 |
| diesel | $5.61 | $15.30 | $30.60 |
No toll roads detected on this route.
Drive Cost (one way)
Fuel
$10
Estimated CO2 emission: 24.2 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-13.
Driving Electric?
About $7 in charging · 0 stops · 67% less CO2
| Vehicle Type | kWh | Stops | DC Fast | Home Charge |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Average EV | 20.8 | 0 | $7.28 | $3.33 |
| Efficient EV | 17.3 | 0 | $6.06 | $2.77 |
| EV Truck/SUV | 27.7 | 0 | $9.70 | $4.44 |
Gas CO2
24 kg
EV CO2
8 kg (67% 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
3:50 AM
CDT
Current temp
86°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
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 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 19m 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?
This route is overwhelmingly a highway-focused drive, with 96% of the journey taking place on major roads like I 10. You'll experience a long, uninterrupted stretch of 66.7 miles on I 10, which means consistent speed and minimal interaction with local traffic for most of the trip. While The Boulevard and South Adams Avenue play a small role, the dominant characteristic is the efficiency of interstate travel. Expect a steady pace and a straightforward driving experience for the majority of the 69.3 miles.
96% highway — fuel and pacing are the main things to plan.
13 navigation steps total — most of the decisions cluster near the start and finish.
Longest single stretch: 66.7 mi on I 10.
How Hard Is This Drive?
4/10
This is a straightforward highway drive that stays mostly on I 10 and The Boulevard. There are only a few real navigation decisions along the way. The trickiest moment comes early in the drive near LA 35 / South Adams Avenue.
Driving Effort
4/10
Easy - simple navigation with a manageable amount of wheel time
Balances navigation complexity with total wheel time.
This is a straightforward 1h 19m drive. You will face about 6 decision points, but nothing that requires special attention if you follow navigation.
Where does it get tricky?
The main spots that need attention: near the start (LA 35 / South Adams Avenue): Navigation decision point; at 1.5 miles (I 10): Merge point - match speed before joining. Lane positioning matters here; at 68.1 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. 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 19m. Total distance: 69.3 miles.
Family Friendly
Moderate complexity with 0 natural rest stops along the way.
Solo Traveler
1h 19m drive, comfortable solo distance.
EV Driver
0 DC fast chargers along the route. Coverage: unknown.
First-Time Driver
Mostly highway driving (96%). Straightforward navigation.
Frequently Asked Questions
The longest stretch is about 66.7 miles on I 10. The full list of main roads is in the Roads section above.
Yes — we found about 11 rest areas or service plazas within a short detour of the route (from OpenStreetMap). See the Rest Stops tab under Nearby Places for locations and mile markers. Plan to stretch, use the bathroom, and top off fluids every 2–3 hours on longer drives.
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 (LA 35 / South Adams Avenue): Navigation decision point; at 1.5 miles (I 10): Merge point - match speed before joining. Lane positioning matters here; at 68.1 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.
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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