How far is Sulphur, LA from Lake Charles, LA?
The driving distance from Sulphur, LA to Lake Charles, LA is about 11.9 miles (19.2 km), with a travel time of about 00h 19m by car.
- The straight-line flight distance is about 10.4 miles (16.8 km).
- For a round trip, plan for roughly 00h 39m of driving time before adding stops, traffic, or weather delays.
- A comfortable departure window is usually 7:00 AM to 7:00 PM CDT.
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Route Weather Snapshot
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Driving Route Map
The map below follows the saved road route between Sulphur and Lake Charles.
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Sulphur and Lake Charles.
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Start on East Napoleon Street
6 mi · 9 min · East Napoleon Street
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Take the ramp straight
4.1 mi · 6 min
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Take the exit slight right
624 ft · 15 sec
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Turn straight onto Belden Street
665 ft · 19 sec · Belden Street
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Turn right onto Enterprise Boulevard
2901 ft · 60 sec · Enterprise Boulevard
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Continue on Enterprise Boulevard
1.6 km · 2 min · Enterprise Boulevard
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Arrive at your destination
0 m · 1 sec · Enterprise Boulevard
Car Route Details
A richer read on the saved driving route between Sulphur and Lake Charles.
Turn-heavy local drive
The route has frequent decision points for its length, so lane choice and turn timing will matter more than cruising speed.
East Napoleon Street
Start on East Napoleon Street
6.05 mi · 00h 09m
Route Summary
A quick read on whether this route feels easy, ambitious, or worth planning around.
A short regional drive
This route is short enough to handle as a quick errand, commute, or easy same-day return without much planning overhead.
Chance Showers And Thunderstorms leaving Sulphur and Chance Showers And Thunderstorms then Showers And Thunderstorms Likely near Lake Charles.
Trip Questions
Direct answers travelers usually want before committing to the drive.
How long does it take to drive from Sulphur to Lake Charles?
The road trip is about 11.9 miles (19.2 km) and usually takes 00h 19m in normal driving conditions.
Is this a same-day trip or an overnight route?
This route is short enough to handle as a quick errand, commute, or easy same-day return without much planning overhead.
What is the halfway point on this route?
Westlake is a useful midpoint, sitting about 6 miles from Sulphur and 6 miles from Lake Charles.
How much longer is the road route than the straight-line distance?
The direct path is about 10.4 miles (16.8 km), while the road route adds roughly 1.5 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 7:00 AM to 7:00 PM CDT. If you want a more comfortable same-day return, try to leave by 7:50 PM CDT.
How much will gas cost for this route?
Using about 28.3 MPG, regular gas is estimated at $1.59 one way or $3.18 round trip. Estimated CO2 is about 3.7 kg one way.
What should you check before leaving?
Before you leave, expect Chance Showers And Thunderstorms around Sulphur and Chance Showers And Thunderstorms then Showers And Thunderstorms Likely near Lake Charles.
Stop Ideas Near Westlake
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 Westlake.
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Flight Path Map
This map shows the direct air route between Sulphur and Lake Charles. Straight-line distance: 10.45 mi (16.82 km).
#1 Sulphur
Suburb city of Lake Charles, located in Calcasieu Parish, Louisiana, United States
| Population | 20,120 |
| Coordinates | 30.2365900, -93.3773800 |
| Altitude | 5 |
| Country | United States |
#2 Lake Charles
The second most populous city in Calcasieu Parish, Louisiana.
| Population | 78,433 |
| Coordinates | 30.2130900, -93.2044000 |
| Altitude | 4 |
| Country | United States |
End: Enterprise Boulevad (-93.204402, 30.21309)
Estimated Travel Time
Distance: 19 km by road
| Speed | Time |
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| 30 mph (48.3 km/h) | 00h 23m |
| 40 mph (64.37 km/h) | 00h 17m |
| 50 mph (80.47 km/h) | 00h 14m |
| 60 mph (96.56 km/h) | 00h 11m |
| 70 mph (112.65 km/h) | 00h 10m |
| 80 mph (129 km/h) | 00h 08m |
Fuel, Round Trip and CO2
Estimated fuel cost and emissions for this route.
| Fuel | $/gal | One way | Round trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| Regular gas | $3.79 | $1.59 | $3.18 |
| Mid-grade | $4.26 | $1.79 | $3.58 |
| Premium | $4.63 | $1.94 | $3.89 |
| Diesel | $5.42 | $2.27 | $4.55 |
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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