Baton Rouge to Fort Worth: Road Trip Guide & Distance

How far is Baton Rouge from Fort Worth?

The distance from Baton Rouge to Fort Worth is 394.9 miles (635.6 km) as the crow flies. Fort Worth is located WNW of Baton Rouge. By car, the driving distance is approximately 458.2 miles, taking about 8h 17min. A direct flight would take roughly 1h 18min. Both are located in United States — Baton Rouge in Louisiana and Fort Worth in Texas.

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 Baton Rouge and Fort Worth. 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.