Origin
Supreme, LA
Morning in Supreme on Sunday
Local time
9:18 AM
CDT
Current temp
81°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
Trip from Supreme, LA to Baton Rouge, LA
Compiled and reviewed by the US Trip Planner planning team at COD Solutions Oy · Last reviewed Apr 19, 2026 · Editorial standards
Drive Time
1h 14m
Distance
57.3 mi
92 km
Drive Score
7/10
Good drive
Same Day?
Yes, doable
Fuel Cost
$9
one way
EV Charging
Good
8 stations
Best Time to Leave
4 AM
1h 9m
★
6 AM
1h 15m
8 AM
1h 26m
10 AM
1h 19m
12 PM
1h 18m
3 PM
1h 19m
5 PM
1h 26m
8 PM
1h 11m
Estimated drive times based on typical traffic patterns. Actual times may vary with weather, construction, and real-time conditions.
Supreme, LA
Erik Mclean
Trip Overview
Supreme, LA to Baton Rouge, LA is 57.3 miles and takes about 1h 14m via I 10, LA 70, and Highway 1, with a fuel budget near $9 and enough daylight to finish in a day. This straightforward drive connects two points within Louisiana's Southeast region. Expect a quick journey primarily on major roadways, making it an easy addition to a larger trip or a simple point-to-point excursion. Given its short duration and minimal stops, it’s a route designed for efficiency.
Main Roads
| Road | Distance | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| I 10 | 26.7 mi | 29m |
| LA 70 | 16.1 mi | 21m |
| Highway 1 | 10.9 mi | 16m |
| LA 70 Spur | 1.6 mi | 2m |
| Government Street | 0.6 mi | 1m |
| LA 22 | 0.5 mi | <1m |
| Martin Luther King Jr Memorial Freeway | 0.4 mi | <1m |
| Crawford Leblanc Boulevard | 0.1 mi | <1m |
Longest stretch:
I 10
— 26.7 mi, about 29m
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Supreme, LA and Baton Rouge, LA.
1
Start on LA 1
11 mi
·
16 min
·
Highway 1
2
Turn right onto LA 70 Spur
1.6 mi
·
2 min
·
LA 70 Spur
3
Turn right onto LA 70
6.1 mi
·
9 min
·
LA 70
4
Turn right onto LA 70
1.9 mi
·
2 min
·
LA 70
5
Keep slight right at fork onto LA 70
3.9 mi
·
5 min
·
LA 70
6
Keep slight right at fork onto LA 70
4.2 mi
·
4 min
·
LA 70
7
Keep slight right at fork onto LA 70
0.1 mi
·
8 sec
·
Crawford Leblanc Boulevard
8
Merge onto LA 22
0.5 mi
·
51 sec
·
LA 22
9
Turn left
0.4 mi
·
48 sec
Toward I 10 West: Baton Rouge
10
Merge onto I 10
27 mi
·
29 min
·
I 10
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
11
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.
12
Take the exit
0.2 mi
·
37 sec
Exit 1A
Toward LA 73: Government Street, River Center, Downtown
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
13
Turn left onto LA 73
0.6 mi
·
1 min
·
Government Street
Use the left / straight / right lanes.
14
Arrive at destination
Government Street
Where to Stop
Rest stops, refuel points, and overnight suggestions along this route.
Mid-route town
Meal stop
29 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 13 miles helps settle the day before fatigue starts building.
Meal break
The midpoint is around 28.7 miles from Supreme, 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 125 decision points cluster between mile 10.9 and 56.6 — GPS handles the exact turns, but know they're coming. Your lane choice matters more than the turn itself.
4
10.9 mi into trip
|
~16m in
|
LA 70 Spur
Turn right onto LA 70 Spur
Navigation decision point
5
29.1 mi into trip
|
~41m in
Turn left toward I 10 West: Baton Rouge
Navigation decision point
Toward I 10 West: Baton Rouge
5
29.5 mi into trip
|
~42m in
|
I 10
Merge onto I 10
Merge point - match speed before joining. Lane positioning matters here
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
8
56.2 mi into trip
|
~1h 12m 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
56.6 mi into trip
|
~1h 12m 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
$8.65 one way
$17.31 round trip
$3.84/gal
25.4 MPG avg
20 kg CO2
| Fuel Type | $/gal | One Way | Round Trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| midgrade | $4.21 | $9.50 | $19.00 |
| premium | $4.56 | $10.28 | $20.57 |
| diesel | $5.61 | $12.65 | $25.30 |
No toll roads detected on this route.
Drive Cost (one way)
Fuel
$9
Estimated CO2 emission: 20 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-13.
Driving Electric?
About $6 in charging · 0 stops · 65% less CO2
| Vehicle Type | kWh | Stops | DC Fast | Home Charge |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Average EV | 17.2 | 0 | $6.02 | $2.75 |
| Efficient EV | 14.3 | 0 | $5.01 | $2.29 |
| EV Truck/SUV | 22.9 | 0 | $8.02 | $3.67 |
Gas CO2
20 kg
EV CO2
7 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 Sunday
Local time
9:18 AM
CDT
Current temp
83°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
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 14m 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 is overwhelmingly a highway-focused drive, with 98% of the journey taking place on major roads. You'll spend the majority of your time on I 10, experiencing a longest stretch of 26.7 miles without needing to exit. The profile suggests a consistent pace, ideal for covering ground quickly. While the route is predominantly interstate, the inclusion of LA 70 and Highway 1 offers slight variations before reaching your destination.
98% highway — fuel and pacing are the main things to plan.
14 navigation steps total — most of the decisions cluster near the start and finish.
Longest single stretch: 26.7 mi on I 10.
How Hard Is This Drive?
9/10
This is a straightforward highway drive that stays mostly on I 10 and LA 70. This route has several spots where lane changes, forks, or exits need your full attention. The trickiest moment comes around 10.9 miles in near LA 70 Spur.
Driving Effort
9/10
Demanding - stay alert through the decision-heavy sections
Balances navigation complexity with total wheel time.
This drive requires moderate attention. Across 57.3 miles you will encounter 12 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 10.9 miles (LA 70 Spur): Navigation decision point; at 29.1 miles: Navigation decision point; at 29.5 miles (I 10): Merge point - match speed before joining. Lane positioning matters here.
About the Cities
Arriving in Baton Rouge, LA
Full guide →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.
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 14m. Total distance: 57.3 miles.
Family Friendly
Moderate complexity with 0 natural rest stops along the way.
Solo Traveler
1h 14m drive, comfortable solo distance.
EV Driver
0 DC fast chargers along the route. Coverage: unknown.
First-Time Driver
Mostly highway driving (98%). Some complex stretches to watch for.
Frequently Asked Questions
The longest stretch is about 26.7 miles on I 10. 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 10.9 miles (LA 70 Spur): Navigation decision point; at 29.1 miles: Navigation decision point; at 29.5 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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