How to travel from Austin to Baton Rouge, United States of America

The distance between Austin and Baton Rouge is around 406 miles (654km) and the quickest way to get there is to fly which takes around 2h 50m.

6 routes found

We've found 6 different ways to get from Austin to Baton Rouge by plane, bus and car. The recommended routes, which include information on duration, ticket price, and level of difficulty, can be found below.

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Fly

Fly from Austin (AUS) to Baton Rouge (BTR).

  • Duration2h 50m
  • Flight time2h 15m
  • Typical cost
    $400
Operated by

United Airlines

+ 2 others

2 similiar routes

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Bus via Houston, TX Pierce St

Take the bus to Houston TX Pierce St and then to Baton Rouge.

  • Duration8hrs
  • Departstwice daily
  • Typical cost
    $65
Operated by

Multiple bus operators

1 similiar route

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Drive

Drive to Baton Rouge.

  • Duration7h 15m
  • Distance429 miles (690km)
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Frequently asked questionsabout travel between Austin and Baton Rouge

There are several options for getting from Austin to Baton Rouge by plane, bus and car. The cheapest option is to take the bus which costs around $65 and will take around 8h 35m. If you need to get there more quickly, you can fly and arrive in approximately 2h 50m, though it is a bit more costly at approximately $400.

The distance between Austin and Baton Rouge is around 406 miles (654km). In a direct line (as the crow flies), the distance is 391 miles (629km)

It takes around 2h 50m to get from Austin and Baton Rouge by plane. If you are travelling by car it will take around 7h 15m to drive there.

The quickest way to get from Austin to Baton Rouge is to fly which takes around 2h 50m and will set you back approx $400.

The cheapest way to travel between Austin and Baton Rouge, if you exclude driving, is to take the bus which will typically cost around $65 for a standard one-way ticket.

Train travel

There is no train service that runs between Austin and Baton Rouge. We recommend that you fly from Austin (AUS) to Baton Rouge (BTR). instead which will take 2h 50m.

Bus travel

Yes there is a bus that runs regularly from Austin and Baton Rouge. It typically takes around 8h 35m and departs every 20 mins.

Yes there is a direct bus service that runs between Austin and Baton Rouge with no changeovers required. The bus runs every 20 mins and takes 8h 35m.

Flixbus USA, Megabus and Greyhound USA run regular bus services between Austin and Baton Rouge. Buses run every 20 mins and take around 8h 35m on average but will vary depending on you book with.

Flights and Airlines

Yes you can fly from Austin and Baton Rouge. Flights depart from Austin (AUS) and arrive at Baton Rouge (BTR) - via Houston (IAH). The flight takes around 2h 15m.

There is no direct flight from Austin to Baton Rouge. There is however a flight that goes via Houston (IAH). This services will take at least 2h 50m (not including layover time).

The flight from Austin to Baton Rouge typically takes around 2h 15m. Flights depart from Austin (AUS) and and arrive into Baton Rouge (BTR).

The closest major airport to Baton Rouge is Baton Rouge Metropolitan Airport (BTR) (BTR) which is approximately 10km (6 miles) from Baton Rouge. Lafayette Regional Airport (LFT) (LFT) and Louis Armstrong New Orleans International Airport (MSY) (MSY) are also nearby and might be a better alternative airport depending on where you are flying from.

Drive yourself

Yes it is possible to drive from Austin and Baton Rouge. The distance is around 429 miles (690km) by road and it will take around 7h 15m in normal traffic conditons.

If you don't have a car, the easiest way to get from Austin to Baton Rouge is to fly which takes, on average, 2h 50m and will usually cost around $400.

How do I get from Austin to Baton Rouge

Compare travel optionsbetween Austin and Baton Rouge

Transport options from Austin to Baton Rouge
Transport optionDurationCostFrequencyDistance
Fly + 2 similar
2h 50m
$400
every 15 mins658km (409 miles)
Plane and Bus3h 40m
$280
twice daily654km (406 miles)
Bus and Plane4h 35m
$440
every 4 hours872km (542 miles)
Bus via Houston, TX Pierce St + 1 similar
8hrs
$65
twice daily698km (434 miles)
Bus8h 35m
$65
every 20 mins717km (445 miles)
Drive
7h 15m
$43
on demand690km (429 miles)

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Airports near Baton Rouge

The following major airports near Baton Rouge offer regular flights to various popular destinations within United States of America and internationally.

BTR
Baton Rouge Metropolitan Airport (BTR)
Domestic Airport
Distance
6 miles (10km) from Baton Rouge
LFT
Lafayette Regional Airport (LFT)
Domestic Airport
Distance
51 miles (82km) from Baton Rouge
MSY
Louis Armstrong New Orleans International Airport (MSY)
International Airport
Distance
64 miles (103km) from Baton Rouge