How far is Lake Charles, LA from Milton, LA?
The driving distance from Lake Charles, LA to Milton, LA is about 80 miles (128.7 km), with a travel time of about 01h 35m by car.
- The straight-line flight distance is about 67.8 miles (109.1 km).
- For a round trip, plan for roughly 03h 10m of driving time before adding stops, traffic, or weather delays.
- A comfortable departure window is usually 8:00 AM to 10:00 AM CST.
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This route works well as a day trip with time at the destination.
Flight Distance
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Leave and Arrive Planner
Pick a departure time to see your estimated arrival and same-day return window.
Drive time stays fixed at 01h 35m.
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.
Human settlement in Louisiana, United States of America
Route Weather Snapshot
Check the forecast at both ends before you head out.
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Driving Route Map
The map below follows the saved road route between Lake Charles and Milton.
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Lake Charles and Milton.
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Start on Enterprise Boulevard
146 m · 15 sec · Enterprise Boulevard
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Continue on Enterprise Boulevard
1.6 mi · 3 min · Enterprise Boulevard
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Turn right onto Belden Street
28 m · 2 sec · Belden Street
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Take the ramp slight left
1211 ft · 30 sec
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Merge slight left
60.9 mi · 1 hr 6 min
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Take the exit slight right toward LA 95, Mire, Duson: Mire, Duson
1352 ft · 33 sec
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Turn right onto Austria Road
1.1 km · 1 min · Austria Road
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At the end of the road, turn left onto Cameron Street
1 mi · 1 min · Cameron Street
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Turn right onto South Richfield Road
7.7 mi · 11 min · South Richfield Road
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Continue on Highway 343
1 mi · 1 min · Highway 343
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Turn left onto State Route 92
2.5 mi · 3 min · State Route 92
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Continue on West Lafayette Street
2626 ft · 1 min · West Lafayette Street
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Turn right onto Maurice Avenue
2202 ft · 43 sec · Maurice Avenue
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Turn left onto Milton Road
2.8 mi · 4 min · Milton Road
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Continue on West Milton Avenue
881 ft · 20 sec · West Milton Avenue
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Turn right onto Espasie Drive
40 m · 6 sec · Espasie Drive
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Arrive at your destination
0 m · 1 sec · Espasie Drive
Car Route Details
A richer read on the saved driving route between Lake Charles and Milton.
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
60.9 mi · 01h 06m
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.
Mostly Cloudy leaving Lake Charles and Partly Sunny near Milton.
Trip Questions
Direct answers travelers usually want before committing to the drive.
How long does it take to drive from Lake Charles to Milton?
The road trip is about 80 miles (128.7 km) and usually takes 01h 35m 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?
Mermentau is a useful midpoint, sitting about 40 miles from Lake Charles and 40.1 miles from Milton.
How much longer is the road route than the straight-line distance?
The direct path is about 67.8 miles (109.1 km), while the road route adds roughly 12.2 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 CST. If you want a more comfortable same-day return, try to leave by 3:20 PM CST.
How much will gas cost for this route?
Using about 28.3 MPG, regular gas is estimated at $10.14 one way or $20.27 round trip. Estimated CO2 is about 25.1 kg one way.
What should you check before leaving?
Before you leave, expect Mostly Cloudy around Lake Charles and Partly Sunny near Milton.
Stop Ideas Near Mermentau
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 Mermentau.
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Flight Path Map
This map shows the direct air route between Lake Charles and Milton. Straight-line distance: 67.8 mi (109.12 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 Milton
Milton is a place in Louisiana, United States.
| Population | 0 |
| Coordinates | 30.1038100, -92.0765100 |
| Altitude | 7 |
| Country | United States |
End: Milton (-92.07651, 30.10381)
Estimated Travel Time
Distance: 129 km by road
| Speed | Time |
|---|---|
| 30 mph (48.3 km/h) | 02h 39m |
| 40 mph (64.37 km/h) | 01h 59m |
| 50 mph (80.47 km/h) | 01h 35m |
| 60 mph (96.56 km/h) | 01h 19m |
| 70 mph (112.65 km/h) | 01h 08m |
| 80 mph (129 km/h) | 00h 59m |
Fuel, Round Trip and CO2
Estimated fuel cost and emissions for this route.
| Fuel | $/gal | One way | Round trip |
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| Regular gas | $3.59 | $10.14 | $20.27 |
| Mid-grade | $4.08 | $11.49 | $22.98 |
| Premium | $4.48 | $12.63 | $25.27 |
| Diesel | $5.67 | $15.98 | $31.97 |
Assumes 8.3 L/100 km (about 28.3 MPG). CO2 is an estimate and varies by vehicle, fuel blend, traffic, and terrain.
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