How far is Lafayette, LA from Lake Charles, LA?
Distance by Flight
Shortest distance between Lafayette and Lake Charles is 70.73 miles (113.82 km).
Flight distance from Lafayette, LA to Lake Charles, LA is 70.73 miles. Estimated flight time is 00 hours 09 minutes.
It takes 00 hours 08 minutes to travel from Lafayette to Lake Charles with an airplane (average speed of 550 miles).
Driving distance
The driving distance from Lafayette, Louisiana to Lake Charles, Louisiana is: 74.73 miles (120.27 km) by car.
Driving from Lafayette to Lake Charles will take approximately 01 hours 13 minutes.
#1 Lafayette
The third most populous city in Acadiana, Louisiana. It is located on the Vermilion River in southwestern Louisiana. Lafayette is known for its many cajun and creole restaurants, its many parks and green spaces, and its many attractions, such as the Lafayette Museum and the Lafayette Grand Opera House.
| Population | 126535 |
|---|---|
| GPS Coordinates | 30°13'27"N 92°1'11"W |
| Latitude | 30.2240900 |
| Longitude | -92.0198400 |
| Altitude | 11 |
| Country | United States |
#2 Lake Charles
The second most populous city in Calcasieu Parish, Louisiana. It is located on the Calcasieu River in southwestern Louisiana. Lake Charles is known for its many parks and green spaces, its many historical sites, and its many attractions, such as the Lake Charles Civic Center and the Lake Charles Museum of Art.
| Population | 78433 |
|---|---|
| GPS Coordinates | 30°12'47"N 93°12'16"W |
| Latitude | 30.2130900 |
| Longitude | -93.2044000 |
| Altitude | 4 |
| Country | United States |
Ending point in Lake Charles: Enterprise Boulevad (-93.204402,30.21309)
Estimated Travel Time Between Lafayette and Lake Charles
The distance between Lafayette and Lake Charles is 120 km if you choose to drive by road. You can go 01 hours 20 minutes if you drive your car at an average speed of 90 kilometers / hour. For different choices, please review the avg. speed travel time table on the below.
There is no time difference between Lafayette and Lake Charles. The current time is 06:25:12.
| Average Speed | Travel Time |
|---|---|
| 30 mph (48.3 km/h) | 02 hours 29 minutes |
| 40 mph (64.37 km/h) | 01 hours 52 minutes |
| 50 mph (80.47 km/h) | 01 hours 29 minutes |
| 60 mph (96.56 km/h) | 01 hours 14 minutes |
| 70 mph (112.65 km/h) | 01 hours 04 minutes |
| 75 mph (120.7 km/h) | 00 hours 59 minutes |
| 80 mph (128.75 km/h) | 00 hours 55 minutes |
Gas Consumption
A car with a fuel efficiency of 8.3 l/100 km will need 9.98 liters (2.64 gallon) of gas to cover the route between Lafayette and Lake Charles.
The estimated cost of gas to go from Lafayette to Lake Charles is $8.1 (diesel $10.72).
Louisiana gas prices.
| Gasoline | Mid Grade | Premium | Diesel | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Gallon | $3.07 | $3.48 | $3.84 | $4.06 |
| Total | $8.1 | $9.18 | $10.13 | $10.72 |
Take a look at our Gas Cost Calculator feature. It will figure out how much it will cost to drive this particular distance.
The average gas price (in Louisiana ) per gallon of daily gas for calculations is $3.073 (Diesel $4.064) /gallon. Last changed prices on April 24, 2024.
How did we calculate the distance?
The place names are translated into coordinates to approximate the distance between Lafayette and Lake Charles (latitude and longitude). Cities, states, and countries each have their own regional center. The Haversine formula is used to measure the radius.
Distance to Other Cities
Driving distance from Laplace, LA to Lafayette 108.84 miles (175 km)
Driving distance from Maryland, LA to Lafayette 63.98 miles (103 km)
Driving distance from Metairie Terrace, LA to Lafayette 129.76 miles (209 km)
