Atlanta to Baton Rouge: Road Trip Guide & Distance
How far is Atlanta from Baton Rouge?
The distance from Atlanta to Baton Rouge is 458.4 miles (737.7 km) as the crow flies. Baton Rouge is located WSW of Atlanta. By car, the driving distance is approximately 526.6 miles, taking about 9h 36min. A direct flight would take roughly 1h 25min. Both are located in United States — Atlanta in Georgia and Baton Rouge in Louisiana.
This is a solid day of driving. Be sure to take breaks every 2-3 hours to avoid driver fatigue, and plan your meals ahead of time. Since you'll be heading mostly West, pack a good pair of sunglasses if you plan to drive during the late afternoon to avoid the harsh sun glare.
Coordinates come from public place data for Atlanta and Baton Rouge. The driving distance uses an OSRM road-route result when route data is available. Fuel, flight, bus, and train values are planning estimates and can change by date, provider, road closures, and border rules.
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Quick Facts
Did You Know?
- At walking speed (3 mph), it would take about 153 hours of non-stop walking
- By bicycle at 12 mph, the journey would take roughly 38 hours
- You could travel this distance about 54.3 times to circle the Earth's equator