Baton Rouge to Lake Jackson: Road Trip Guide & Distance

273 miles 439.3 km · straight line
341.2 miles estimated 549.1 km · driving distance
6h 52min estimated drive time
$33 - $40 estimated fuel cost
~1h 3min flight time
250° WSW bearing direction

How far is Baton Rouge from Lake Jackson?

The distance from Baton Rouge to Lake Jackson is 273 miles (439.3 km) as the crow flies. Lake Jackson is located WSW of Baton Rouge. By car, the driving distance is approximately 341.2 miles, taking about 6h 52min. A direct flight would take roughly 1h 3min. Both are located in United States — Baton Rouge in Louisiana and Lake Jackson in Texas.

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. 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 Lake Jackson. 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.

How to Get from Baton Rouge to Lake Jackson

Method Time Est. Cost Best For
Drive 6h 52min $33 - $40 Flexible stops
Fly ~1h 3min $80–200* Speed
Bus ~8h 14min $27–$51* Budget
Train ~6h 31min $41–$119* Comfort

Suggested Stops Between Baton Rouge & Lake Jackson

Quick Facts

Baton Rouge
30.45°N, 91.19°W
America/Chicago
17m elevation
Lake Jackson
29.03°N, 95.43°W
America/Chicago
4m elevation
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Did You Know?

  • At walking speed (3 mph), it would take about 91 hours of non-stop walking
  • By bicycle at 12 mph, the journey would take roughly 23 hours
  • You could travel this distance about 91.2 times to circle the Earth's equator
Data Sources & Estimate Notes GeoNames · OpenStreetMap · Driving distance estimated using road factor coefficients