How far is Baton Rouge, LA from New Orleans, LA?
Distance by Flight
Shortest distance between Baton Rouge and New Orleans is 74.52 miles (119.92 km).
Flight distance from Baton Rouge, LA to New Orleans, LA is 74.52 miles. Estimated flight time is 00 hours 09 minutes.
It takes 00 hours 08 minutes to travel from Baton Rouge to New Orleans with an airplane (average speed of 550 miles).
Driving distance
The driving distance from Baton Rouge, Louisiana to New Orleans, Louisiana is: 80.99 miles (130.34 km) by car.
Driving from Baton Rouge to New Orleans will take approximately 01 hours 17 minutes.
#1 Baton Rouge
The capital of Louisiana. It is located on the Mississippi River in southern Louisiana. Baton Rouge is known for its many historical sites, its many parks and green spaces, and its many attractions, such as the Louisiana State Capitol and the USS Kidd Veterans Memorial & Museum.
| Population | 219052 |
|---|---|
| GPS Coordinates | 30°26'36"N 91°11'15"W |
| Latitude | 30.4433200 |
| Longitude | -91.1874700 |
| Altitude | 14 |
| Country | United States |
#2 New Orleans
The most populous city in Louisiana and the center of the New Orleans metropolitan area. It is located on the Mississippi River in southeastern Louisiana. New Orleans is known for its French and Spanish colonial influence, its jazz music, and its many attractions, such as the French Quarter and the Mardi Gras celebration.
| Population | 389476 |
|---|---|
| GPS Coordinates | 29°57'17"N 90°4'30"W |
| Latitude | 29.9546500 |
| Longitude | -90.0750700 |
| Altitude | 0 |
| Country | United States |
Ending point in New Orleans: Tulane Avenue (-90.07507,29.954633)
Estimated Travel Time Between Baton Rouge and New Orleans
The distance between Baton Rouge and New Orleans is 130 km if you choose to drive by road. You can go 01 hours 26 minutes if you drive your car at an average speed of 90 kilometers / hour. For different choices, please review the avg. speed travel time table on the below.
There is no time difference between Baton Rouge and New Orleans. The current time is 13:09:40.
| Average Speed | Travel Time |
|---|---|
| 30 mph (48.3 km/h) | 02 hours 41 minutes |
| 40 mph (64.37 km/h) | 02 hours 01 minutes |
| 50 mph (80.47 km/h) | 01 hours 37 minutes |
| 60 mph (96.56 km/h) | 01 hours 20 minutes |
| 70 mph (112.65 km/h) | 01 hours 09 minutes |
| 75 mph (120.7 km/h) | 01 hours 04 minutes |
| 80 mph (128.75 km/h) | 01 hours 00 minutes |
Gas Consumption
A car with a fuel efficiency of 8.3 l/100 km will need 10.82 liters (2.86 gallon) of gas to cover the route between Baton Rouge and New Orleans.
The estimated cost of gas to go from Baton Rouge to New Orleans is $8.78 (diesel $11.61).
Louisiana gas prices.
| Gasoline | Mid Grade | Premium | Diesel | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Gallon | $3.07 | $3.48 | $3.84 | $4.06 |
| Total | $8.78 | $9.95 | $10.98 | $11.61 |
Take a look at our Gas Cost Calculator feature. It will figure out how much it will cost to drive this particular distance.
The average gas price (in Louisiana ) per gallon of daily gas for calculations is $3.073 (Diesel $4.064) /gallon. Last changed prices on December 26, 2024.
How did we calculate the distance?
The place names are translated into coordinates to approximate the distance between Baton Rouge and New Orleans (latitude and longitude). Cities, states, and countries each have their own regional center. The Haversine formula is used to measure the radius.
Distance to Other Cities
Driving distance from Laplace, LA to Baton Rouge 54.85 miles (88 km)
Driving distance from Metairie Terrace, LA to Baton Rouge 75.77 miles (122 km)
