How far is Lake Charles, LA from Central, LA?
Distance by Flight
Shortest distance between Lake Charles and Central is 131.33 miles (211.36 km).
Flight distance from Lake Charles, LA to Central, LA is 131.33 miles. Estimated flight time is 00 hours 16 minutes.
It takes 00 hours 15 minutes to travel from Lake Charles to Central with an airplane (average speed of 550 miles).
Driving distance
The driving distance from Lake Charles, Louisiana to Central, Louisiana is: 140.36 miles (225.89 km) by car.
Driving from Lake Charles to Central will take approximately 02 hours 17 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 Central
Suburb city of Baton Rouge, located in East Baton Rouge Parish, Louisiana, United States
| Population | 29450 |
|---|---|
| GPS Coordinates | 30°33'16"N 91°2'12"W |
| Latitude | 30.5543500 |
| Longitude | -91.0367700 |
| Altitude | 20 |
| Country | United States |
Ending point in Central: Hooper Road (-91.036767,30.554344)
Estimated Travel Time Between Lake Charles and Central
The distance between Lake Charles and Central is 226 km if you choose to drive by road. You can go 02 hours 30 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 Central. The current time is 14:39:53.
| Average Speed | Travel Time |
|---|---|
| 30 mph (48.3 km/h) | 04 hours 40 minutes |
| 40 mph (64.37 km/h) | 03 hours 30 minutes |
| 50 mph (80.47 km/h) | 02 hours 48 minutes |
| 60 mph (96.56 km/h) | 02 hours 20 minutes |
| 70 mph (112.65 km/h) | 02 hours 00 minutes |
| 75 mph (120.7 km/h) | 01 hours 52 minutes |
| 80 mph (128.75 km/h) | 01 hours 45 minutes |
Gas Consumption
A car with a fuel efficiency of 8.3 l/100 km will need 18.75 liters (4.95 gallon) of gas to cover the route between Lake Charles and Central.
The estimated cost of gas to go from Lake Charles to Central is $15.22 (diesel $20.13).
Louisiana gas prices.
| Gasoline | Mid Grade | Premium | Diesel | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Gallon | $3.07 | $3.48 | $3.84 | $4.06 |
| Total | $15.22 | $17.25 | $19.03 | $20.13 |
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 23, 2024.
How did we calculate the distance?
The place names are translated into coordinates to approximate the distance between Lake Charles and Central (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)
