How far is Lake Charles, LA from Kaplan, LA?
The driving distance from Lake Charles, LA to Kaplan, LA is about 72.1 miles (116.1 km), with a travel time of about 01h 26m by car.
- The straight-line flight distance is about 56.9 miles (91.6 km).
- For a round trip, plan for roughly 02h 53m of driving time before adding stops, traffic, or weather delays.
- A comfortable departure window is usually 8:00 AM to 10:00 AM CDT.
Reverse, save, or send this route
This route works well as a day trip with time at the destination. Copy the route link, send it to another device, or print a clean version before you head out.
This route works well as a day trip with time at the destination.
Flight Distance
Driving Distance
Gas Cost Calculator
Leave and Arrive Planner
Pick a departure time to see your estimated arrival and same-day return window.
Drive time stays fixed at 01h 26m.
A morning start gives you useful time at the destination and keeps the return out of the late evening.
You are leaving earlier than the recommended window, which gives you extra margin for breaks and traffic.
Halfway Point
A useful midpoint for breaks, coffee, or meeting in the middle.
City in Louisiana, USA
Route Weather Snapshot
Check the forecast at both ends before you head out.
Chance Showers And Thunderstorms then Showers And Thunderstorms
Showers And Thunderstorms Likely
Driving Route Map
The map below follows the saved road route between Lake Charles and Kaplan.
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Lake Charles and Kaplan.
-
1
Start on Enterprise Boulevard
146 m · 15 sec · Enterprise Boulevard
-
2
Continue on Enterprise Boulevard
1.6 mi · 3 min · Enterprise Boulevard
-
3
Turn right onto Belden Street
28 m · 2 sec · Belden Street
-
4
Take the ramp slight left
1211 ft · 30 sec
-
5
Merge slight left
50.4 mi · 55 min
-
6
Take the exit slight right toward LA 1111: East Crowley
1439 ft · 35 sec
-
7
Keep slight right
78 m · 6 sec
-
8
Turn straight onto Tower Road
1651 ft · 35 sec · Tower Road
-
9
Turn right onto Crowley Rayne Highway
2866 ft · 49 sec · Crowley Rayne Highway
-
10
Continue on East Hutchinson Avenue
1576 ft · 29 sec · East Hutchinson Avenue
-
11
Turn left onto North Eastern Avenue
9.6 mi · 13 min · North Eastern Avenue
-
12
Continue on State Route 13
7 mi · 10 min · State Route 13
-
13
At the end of the road, turn left onto Veteran Memorial Drive
1866 ft · 32 sec · Veteran Memorial Drive
-
14
Continue on West 1st Street
1.2 mi · 2 min · West 1st Street
-
15
Arrive at your destination
0 m · 1 sec · East 1st Street
Car Route Details
A richer read on the saved driving route between Lake Charles and Kaplan.
Straightforward drive
The saved road route has a manageable number of maneuvers and should be easy to follow with normal attention to signs.
Belden Street
Merge slight left
50.4 mi · 00h 55m
Route Summary
A quick read on whether this route feels easy, ambitious, or worth planning around.
A comfortable day-trip route
This route works well as a day trip. You can leave in the morning, spend meaningful time at the destination, and still return the same day.
Chance Showers And Thunderstorms then Showers And Thunderstorms leaving Lake Charles and Showers And Thunderstorms Likely near Kaplan.
Trip Questions
Direct answers travelers usually want before committing to the drive.
How long does it take to drive from Lake Charles to Kaplan?
The road trip is about 72.1 miles (116.1 km) and usually takes 01h 26m in normal driving conditions.
Is this a same-day trip or an overnight route?
This route works well as a day trip. You can leave in the morning, spend meaningful time at the destination, and still return the same day.
What is the halfway point on this route?
Jennings is a useful midpoint, sitting about 36 miles from Lake Charles and 36.1 miles from Kaplan.
How much longer is the road route than the straight-line distance?
The direct path is about 56.9 miles (91.6 km), while the road route adds roughly 15.2 extra miles because roads do not follow the straight air line.
When is the best time to leave for this route?
A good departure window is usually 8:00 AM to 10:00 AM CDT. If you want a more comfortable same-day return, try to leave by 3:36 PM CDT.
How much will gas cost for this route?
Using about 28.3 MPG, regular gas is estimated at $9.62 one way or $19.24 round trip. Estimated CO2 is about 22.6 kg one way.
What should you check before leaving?
Before you leave, expect Chance Showers And Thunderstorms then Showers And Thunderstorms around Lake Charles and Showers And Thunderstorms Likely near Kaplan.
Stop Ideas Near Jennings
Useful break, food, and waypoint ideas within about 15 miles of the route midpoint.
Transit and Meeting Points
Useful pickup, handoff, or rendezvous points close to Jennings.
Lake Charles
Lafayette
New Iberia
Flight Path Map
This map shows the direct air route between Lake Charles and Kaplan. Straight-line distance: 56.94 mi (91.63 km).
#1 Lake Charles
The second most populous city in Calcasieu Parish, Louisiana.
| Population | 78,433 |
| Coordinates | 30.2130900, -93.2044000 |
| Altitude | 4 |
| Country | United States |
#2 Kaplan
City in Louisiana, United States
| Population | 4,345 |
| Coordinates | 29.9979800, -92.2848500 |
| Altitude | 4 |
| Country | United States |
End: Kaplan (-92.28485, 29.99798)
Estimated Travel Time
Distance: 116 km by road
| Speed | Time |
|---|---|
| 30 mph (48.3 km/h) | 02h 24m |
| 40 mph (64.37 km/h) | 01h 48m |
| 50 mph (80.47 km/h) | 01h 26m |
| 60 mph (96.56 km/h) | 01h 12m |
| 70 mph (112.65 km/h) | 01h 01m |
| 80 mph (129 km/h) | 00h 53m |
Fuel, Round Trip and CO2
Estimated fuel cost and emissions for this route.
| Fuel | $/gal | One way | Round trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| Regular gas | $3.79 | $9.62 | $19.24 |
| Mid-grade | $4.26 | $10.82 | $21.64 |
| Premium | $4.63 | $11.75 | $23.50 |
| Diesel | $5.42 | $13.75 | $27.51 |
Assumes 8.3 L/100 km (about 28.3 MPG). CO2 is an estimate and varies by vehicle, fuel blend, traffic, and terrain.
Prices in Louisiana · May 23, 2026
Distance to Other Cities
Planning a road trip? See the full trip guide on Trip.ovh — stops, fuel costs, weather, and departure timing.