How far is Ponchatoula, LA from Baton Rouge, LA?

Distance by Flight

Shortest distance between Ponchatoula and Baton Rouge is 44.44 miles (71.52 km).

Flight distance from Ponchatoula, LA to Baton Rouge, LA is 44.44 miles. Estimated flight time is 00 hours 05 minutes.

Driving distance

The driving distance from Ponchatoula, Louisiana to Baton Rouge, Louisiana is: 47.77 miles (76.89 km) by car.

Driving from Ponchatoula to Baton Rouge will take approximately 00 hours 46 minutes.

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#1 Ponchatoula

City in Tangipahoa Parish, Louisiana, United States

Population 7545
GPS Coordinates 30°26'20"N 90°26'29"W
Latitude 30.4388000
Longitude -90.4414800
Altitude 8
Country United States
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#2 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

Estimated Travel Time Between Ponchatoula and Baton Rouge

The distance between Ponchatoula and Baton Rouge is 77 km if you choose to drive by road. You can go 00 hours 51 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 Ponchatoula and Baton Rouge. The current time is 02:19:38.

Average Speed Travel Time
30 mph (48.3 km/h) 01 hours 35 minutes
40 mph (64.37 km/h) 01 hours 11 minutes
50 mph (80.47 km/h) 00 hours 57 minutes
60 mph (96.56 km/h) 00 hours 47 minutes
70 mph (112.65 km/h) 00 hours 40 minutes
75 mph (120.7 km/h) 00 hours 38 minutes
80 mph (128.75 km/h) 00 hours 35 minutes

Gas Consumption

A car with a fuel efficiency of 8.3 l/100 km will need 6.38 liters (1.69 gallon) of gas to cover the route between Ponchatoula and Baton Rouge.
The estimated cost of gas to go from Ponchatoula to Baton Rouge is $5.18 (diesel $6.85).

Louisiana gas prices.

Gasoline Mid Grade Premium Diesel
Gallon $3.07 $3.48 $3.84 $4.06
Total $5.18 $5.87 $6.48 $6.85

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 November 25, 2024.

How did we calculate the distance?

The place names are translated into coordinates to approximate the distance between Ponchatoula and Baton Rouge (latitude and longitude). Cities, states, and countries each have their own regional center. The Haversine formula is used to measure the radius.

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