How to travel from New York to Baton Rouge, United States of America

The distance between New York and Baton Rouge is around 1,215 miles (1,956km) and the quickest way to get there is to fly which takes around 4h 35m.

7 routes found

We've found 7 different ways to get from New York to Baton Rouge by plane, bus, train and car. The recommended routes, which include information on duration, ticket price, and level of difficulty, can be found below.

👋 Also check out Baton RougeNew York if you're planning a return trip.

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Fly

Fly from Newark (EWR) to Baton Rouge (BTR).

  • Duration4h 35m
  • Flight time3h 60m
  • Typical cost
    $410
Operated by

Delta

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2 similiar routes

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Bus

Take the bus to Atlanta - Peachtree St and then to Baton Rouge.

  • Duration1 day 3h
  • Departstwice daily
  • Typical cost
    $85
Operated by

Multiple bus operators

1 similiar route

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Train and Bus

Take the train to New Orleans Union Passenger Terminal then take the bus to Baton Rouge.

  • Duration1 day 9h
  • Departs6 times a week
  • Typical cost
    $205
Operated by

Multiple operators

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Drive

Drive to Baton Rouge.

  • Duration22h 45m
  • Distance1,360 miles (2,188km)
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Frequently asked questionsabout travel between New York and Baton Rouge

There are several options for getting from New York to Baton Rouge by plane, bus, train and car. The cheapest option is to take the bus which costs around $85 and will take around 1 day 3h. If you need to get there more quickly, you can fly and arrive in approximately 4h 35m, though it is a bit more costly at approximately $410.

The distance between New York and Baton Rouge is around 1,215 miles (1,956km).

It takes around 4h 35m to get from New York and Baton Rouge by plane. If you are travelling by car it will take around 22h 45m to drive there.

The quickest way to get from New York to Baton Rouge is to fly which takes around 4h 35m and will set you back approx $410.

The cheapest way to travel between New York and Baton Rouge, if you exclude driving, is to take the bus which will typically cost around $85 for a standard one-way ticket.

Train travel

There is no train service that runs between New York and Baton Rouge. We recommend that you fly from Newark (EWR) to Baton Rouge (BTR). instead which will take 4h 35m.

Bus travel

Yes there is a bus that runs regularly from New York and Baton Rouge. It typically takes around 1 day 3h and departs twice daily.

There are no direct bus services that runs from New York to Baton Rouge. However, you can instead can take several connecting buses with changeovers in Atlanta - Peachtree St. These services run twice daily and will take a minimum of 1 day 3h.

Eagle Bus, Greyhound USA, Flixbus USA and Megabus run regular bus services between New York and Baton Rouge. Buses run twice daily and take around 1 day 3h on average but will vary depending on you book with.

Flights and Airlines

Yes you can fly from New York and Baton Rouge. Flights depart from Newark (EWR) and arrive at Baton Rouge (BTR) - via Atlanta (ATL). The flight takes around 3h 60m.

There is no direct flight from New York to Baton Rouge. There is however a flight that goes via Atlanta (ATL). This services will take at least 4h 35m (not including layover time).

The flight from New York to Baton Rouge typically takes around 3h 60m. Flights depart from Newark (EWR) 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 New York and Baton Rouge. The distance is around 1,360 miles (2,188km) by road and it will take around 22h 45m in normal traffic conditons.

If you don't have a car, the easiest way to get from New York to Baton Rouge is to fly which takes, on average, 4h 35m and will usually cost around $410.

How do I get from New York to Baton Rouge

Compare travel optionsbetween New York and Baton Rouge

Transport options from New York to Baton Rouge
Transport optionDurationCostFrequencyDistance
Fly + 2 similar
4h 35m
$410
every 30 mins1,956km (1,215 miles)
Fly to Baton Rouge (BTR)4h 45m
$415
every 10 mins1,978km (1,229 miles)
Fly to Baton Rouge (BTR)4h 55m
$395
every 15 mins1,996km (1,240 miles)
Bus + 1 similar
1 day 3h
$85
twice daily2,357km (1,465 miles)
Bus via Atlanta Downtown1 day 3h
$200
5 times a week2,302km (1,430 miles)
Train and Bus
1 day 9h
$205
6 times a week2,342km (1,455 miles)
Drive
22h 45m
$135
on demand2,188km (1,360 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