How far is Natchitoches, LA from Lake Charles, LA?
Distance by Flight
Shortest distance between Natchitoches and Lake Charles is 107.16 miles (172.46 km).
Flight distance from Natchitoches, LA to Lake Charles, LA is 107.16 miles. Estimated flight time is 00 hours 14 minutes.
It takes 00 hours 13 minutes to travel from Natchitoches to Lake Charles with an airplane (average speed of 550 miles).
Driving distance
The driving distance from Natchitoches, Louisiana to Lake Charles, Louisiana is: 121.69 miles (195.84 km) by car.
Driving from Natchitoches to Lake Charles will take approximately 02 hours 36 minutes.
#1 Natchitoches
Small city and the parish seat of Natchitoches Parish, Louisiana, United States
| Population | 17190 |
|---|---|
| GPS Coordinates | 31°45'39"N 93°5'11"W |
| Latitude | 31.7607200 |
| Longitude | -93.0862700 |
| Altitude | 36 |
| 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 Natchitoches and Lake Charles
The distance between Natchitoches and Lake Charles is 196 km if you choose to drive by road. You can go 02 hours 10 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 Natchitoches and Lake Charles. The current time is 15:27:09.
| Average Speed | Travel Time |
|---|---|
| 30 mph (48.3 km/h) | 04 hours 03 minutes |
| 40 mph (64.37 km/h) | 03 hours 02 minutes |
| 50 mph (80.47 km/h) | 02 hours 26 minutes |
| 60 mph (96.56 km/h) | 02 hours 01 minutes |
| 70 mph (112.65 km/h) | 01 hours 44 minutes |
| 75 mph (120.7 km/h) | 01 hours 37 minutes |
| 80 mph (128.75 km/h) | 01 hours 31 minutes |
Gas Consumption
A car with a fuel efficiency of 8.3 l/100 km will need 16.25 liters (4.29 gallon) of gas to cover the route between Natchitoches and Lake Charles.
The estimated cost of gas to go from Natchitoches to Lake Charles is $13.2 (diesel $17.45).
Louisiana gas prices.
| Gasoline | Mid Grade | Premium | Diesel | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Gallon | $3.07 | $3.48 | $3.84 | $4.06 |
| Total | $13.2 | $14.95 | $16.5 | $17.45 |
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 27, 2024.
How did we calculate the distance?
The place names are translated into coordinates to approximate the distance between Natchitoches 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 Natchitoches 233.1 miles (375 km)
Driving distance from Metairie Terrace, LA to Natchitoches 254.02 miles (409 km)
