How far is Lake Charles, LA from Baton Rouge, LA?
Distance by Flight
Shortest distance between Lake Charles and Baton Rouge is 121.33 miles (195.26 km).
Flight distance from Lake Charles, LA to Baton Rouge, LA is 121.33 miles. Estimated flight time is 00 hours 15 minutes.
It takes 00 hours 13 minutes to travel from Lake Charles to Baton Rouge with an airplane (average speed of 550 miles).
Driving distance
The driving distance from Lake Charles, Louisiana to Baton Rouge, Louisiana is: 126.11 miles (202.96 km) by car.
Driving from Lake Charles to Baton Rouge will take approximately 01 hours 58 minutes.
#1 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 |
#2 Baton Rouge
The capital of Louisiana. It is located on the Mississippi River in southern Louisiana. Baton Rouge is known for its many historical sites, its many parks and green spaces, and its many attractions, such as the Louisiana State Capitol and the USS Kidd Veterans Memorial & Museum.
| Population | 219052 |
|---|---|
| GPS Coordinates | 30°26'36"N 91°11'15"W |
| Latitude | 30.4433200 |
| Longitude | -91.1874700 |
| Altitude | 14 |
| Country | United States |
Ending point in Baton Rouge: Saint Louis Street (-91.18751,30.443332)
Estimated Travel Time Between Lake Charles and Baton Rouge
The distance between Lake Charles and Baton Rouge is 203 km if you choose to drive by road. You can go 02 hours 15 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 Lake Charles and Baton Rouge. The current time is 01:38:57.
| Average Speed | Travel Time |
|---|---|
| 30 mph (48.3 km/h) | 04 hours 12 minutes |
| 40 mph (64.37 km/h) | 03 hours 09 minutes |
| 50 mph (80.47 km/h) | 02 hours 31 minutes |
| 60 mph (96.56 km/h) | 02 hours 06 minutes |
| 70 mph (112.65 km/h) | 01 hours 48 minutes |
| 75 mph (120.7 km/h) | 01 hours 40 minutes |
| 80 mph (128.75 km/h) | 01 hours 34 minutes |
Gas Consumption
A car with a fuel efficiency of 8.3 l/100 km will need 16.85 liters (4.45 gallon) of gas to cover the route between Lake Charles and Baton Rouge.
The estimated cost of gas to go from Lake Charles to Baton Rouge is $13.68 (diesel $18.09).
Louisiana gas prices.
| Gasoline | Mid Grade | Premium | Diesel | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Gallon | $3.07 | $3.48 | $3.84 | $4.06 |
| Total | $13.68 | $15.5 | $17.1 | $18.09 |
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 25, 2024.
How did we calculate the distance?
The place names are translated into coordinates to approximate the distance between Lake Charles and Baton Rouge (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 Lake Charles 179.92 miles (290 km)
Driving distance from Maryland, LA to Lake Charles 135.05 miles (217 km)
Driving distance from Metairie Terrace, LA to Lake Charles 200.84 miles (323 km)
