Baton Rouge to Columbus, Mississippi: Road Trip Guide & Distance

How far is Baton Rouge from Columbus, Mississippi?

The distance from Baton Rouge to Columbus, Mississippi is 265.3 miles (427 km) as the crow flies. Columbus, Mississippi is located NE of Baton Rouge. By car, the driving distance is approximately 331.7 miles, taking about 6h 40min. A direct flight would take roughly 1h 2min. Both are located in United States — Baton Rouge in Louisiana and Columbus, Mississippi in Mississippi.

For a drive of this length, it's recommended to plan at least one quick rest stop to stretch your legs and grab a coffee. Heading East means you'll be driving into the sunrise if you start early. Keep your windshield clean for the best visibility.

Coordinates come from public place data for Baton Rouge and Columbus, Mississippi. The driving distance is estimated from straight-line distance with a road-factor model, so confirm the route in your navigation app. Fuel, flight, bus, and train values are planning estimates and can change by date, provider, road closures, and border rules.