What is the cheapest way to get from Kentucky Derby to Baton Rouge?

The cheapest way to get from Kentucky Derby to Baton Rouge is to drive which costs $130 - $200 and takes 13h 10m.

What is the fastest way to get from Kentucky Derby to Baton Rouge?

The fastest way to get from Kentucky Derby to Baton Rouge is to fly and bus which takes 5h 52m and costs $240 - $600.

Is there a direct bus between Kentucky Derby and Baton Rouge?

No, there is no direct bus from Kentucky Derby to Baton Rouge station. However, there are services departing from 7th @ Algonquin and arriving at Baton Rouge Bus Station via Louisville, KY, Nashville Bus Station and Memphis Bus Station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 20h 37m.

How far is it from Kentucky Derby to Baton Rouge?

The distance between Kentucky Derby and Baton Rouge is 628 miles. The road distance is 727.8 miles.

How do I travel from Kentucky Derby to Baton Rouge without a car?

The best way to get from Kentucky Derby to Baton Rouge without a car is to bus which takes 20h 37m and costs $140 - $290.

How long does it take to get from Kentucky Derby to Baton Rouge?

It takes approximately 6h 22m to get from Kentucky Derby to Baton Rouge, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Kentucky Derby to Baton Rouge bus from?

Kentucky Derby to Baton Rouge bus services, operated by Amtrak Thruway, depart from Louisville, KY station.

Bus or fly from Kentucky Derby to Baton Rouge?

The best way to get from Kentucky Derby to Baton Rouge is to fly which takes 6h 22m and costs $100 - $550. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs $140 - $290 and takes 20h 37m.

Where does the Kentucky Derby to Baton Rouge bus arrive?

Kentucky Derby to Baton Rouge bus services, operated by Amtrak Thruway, arrive at Nashville station.

Can I drive from Kentucky Derby to Baton Rouge?

Yes, the driving distance between Kentucky Derby to Baton Rouge is 728 miles. It takes approximately 13h 10m to drive from Kentucky Derby to Baton Rouge.

Where can I stay near Baton Rouge?

There are 266+ hotels available in Baton Rouge.

Kentucky Derby to Baton Rouge - 6 ways to travel via plane, bus, and car

There are 6 ways to get from Kentucky Derby to Baton Rouge by plane, bus (Amtrak, Greyhound), car, or bus

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Fly Louisville International Airport to Baton Rouge Metropolitan Airport
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1. Fly from Louisville International Airport (SDF) to Baton Rouge Metropolitan Airport (BTR)plane SDF - BTR
6h 22m
$105–507
Bus
1. Take the bus from Louisville, KY to Nashvillebus
2. Take the bus from Nashville Bus Station to Memphis Bus Stationbus
3. Take the bus from Memphis Bus Station to Baton Rouge Bus Stationbus
20h 37m
$147–283
Drive 723.6 mi
1. Drive from Kentucky Derby to Baton Rougecar 723.6 mi
13h 10m
$132–191
Fly Louisville International Airport to Lafayette Regional Airport, bus
1. Fly from Louisville International Airport (SDF) to Lafayette Regional Airport (LFT)plane SDF - LFT
2. Take the bus from Lafayette Transit System to Baton Rouge Bus Stationbus
6h 33m
$129–548
Fly Louisville International Airport to Louis Armstrong New Orleans International Airport, bus
1. Fly from Louisville International Airport (SDF) to Louis Armstrong New Orleans International Airport (MSY)plane SDF - MSY
2. Take the bus from New Orleans Bus Station to Baton Rouge Bus Stationbus
5h 52m
$247–598
Drive to Blue Grass Airport, fly to Baton Rouge Metropolitan Airport
1. Drive from Kentucky Derby to Lexington-Airport-LEXcar
2. Fly from Blue Grass Airport (LEX) to Baton Rouge Metropolitan Airport (BTR)plane LEX - BTR
8h 25m
$124–629

Louisville International Airport (SDF) to Baton Rouge Metropolitan Airport (BTR) flights

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Distance: 624.6 mi
Duration: 6h 22m

What companies run services between Kentucky Derby, KY, USA and Baton Rouge, LA, USA?

Delta, American Airlines, and United Airlines fly from Louisville International Airport (SDF) to Baton Rouge Metropolitan Airport (BTR) every 2 hours. Alternatively, you can take a vehicle from Kentucky Derby to Baton Rouge Bus Station via 7th @ Algonquin, 12th @ Broadway, Louisville, KY, Nashville Bus Station, and Memphis Bus Station in around 20h 37m.

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