How far is Monroe, LA from Lake Charles, LA?
Distance by Flight
Shortest distance between Monroe and Lake Charles is 171.08 miles (275.33 km).
Flight distance from Monroe, LA to Lake Charles, LA is 171.08 miles. Estimated flight time is 00 hours 23 minutes.
It takes 00 hours 21 minutes to travel from Monroe to Lake Charles with an airplane (average speed of 550 miles).
Driving distance
The driving distance from Monroe, Louisiana to Lake Charles, Louisiana is: 194.34 miles (312.76 km) by car.
Driving from Monroe to Lake Charles will take approximately 03 hours 20 minutes.
#1 Monroe
The most populous city in Ouachita Parish, Louisiana. It is located on the Ouachita River in the southwestern part of the state. Monroe is known for its many parks and green spaces, its many historical sites, and its many attractions, such as the Monroe Historical Society and the Monroe City Hall.
| Population | 46998 |
|---|---|
| GPS Coordinates | 32°30'34"N 92°7'9"W |
| Latitude | 32.5093100 |
| Longitude | -92.1193000 |
| Altitude | 23 |
| 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 Monroe and Lake Charles
The distance between Monroe and Lake Charles is 313 km if you choose to drive by road. You can go 03 hours 28 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 Monroe and Lake Charles. The current time is 20:59:17.
| Average Speed | Travel Time |
|---|---|
| 30 mph (48.3 km/h) | 06 hours 28 minutes |
| 40 mph (64.37 km/h) | 04 hours 51 minutes |
| 50 mph (80.47 km/h) | 03 hours 53 minutes |
| 60 mph (96.56 km/h) | 03 hours 14 minutes |
| 70 mph (112.65 km/h) | 02 hours 46 minutes |
| 75 mph (120.7 km/h) | 02 hours 35 minutes |
| 80 mph (128.75 km/h) | 02 hours 25 minutes |
Gas Consumption
A car with a fuel efficiency of 8.3 l/100 km will need 25.96 liters (6.86 gallon) of gas to cover the route between Monroe and Lake Charles.
The estimated cost of gas to go from Monroe to Lake Charles is $21.07 (diesel $27.87).
Louisiana gas prices.
| Gasoline | Mid Grade | Premium | Diesel | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Gallon | $3.07 | $3.48 | $3.84 | $4.06 |
| Total | $21.07 | $23.88 | $26.35 | $27.87 |
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, 2025.
How did we calculate the distance?
The place names are translated into coordinates to approximate the distance between Monroe 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 Monroe 251.59 miles (405 km)
Driving distance from Maryland, LA to Monroe 178.81 miles (288 km)
