How far is Thibodaux, LA from Lake Charles, LA?
Flight Distance
145.38 mi
233.97 km · 00h 17m flight
Driving Distance
173.31 mi
278.92 km · 02h 54m drive
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#1 Thibodaux
City in and the parish seat of Lafourche Parish, Louisiana, United States
| Population | 14,411 |
| Coordinates | 29.7957600, -90.8228700 |
| Altitude | 4 |
| 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 | 78,433 |
| Coordinates | 30.2130900, -93.2044000 |
| Altitude | 4 |
| Country | United States |
Start: Saint Mary Street (-90.82287, 29.795762)
End: Enterprise Boulevad (-93.204402, 30.21309)
End: Enterprise Boulevad (-93.204402, 30.21309)
Estimated Travel Time
Distance: 279 km by road
| Speed | Time |
|---|---|
| 30 mph (48.3 km/h) | 05h 46m |
| 40 mph (64.37 km/h) | 04h 19m |
| 50 mph (80.47 km/h) | 03h 27m |
| 60 mph (96.56 km/h) | 02h 53m |
| 70 mph (112.65 km/h) | 02h 28m |
| 80 mph (129 km/h) | 02h 09m |
Gas Consumption
Fuel needed: 23.15 L (6.12 gal). Cost: $23.18
| Gas | Mid | Prem | Diesel | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| $/gal | $3.79 | $4.26 | $4.63 | $5.42 |
| Total | $23.18 | $26.07 | $28.31 | $33.14 |
Prices in Louisiana · Apr 09, 2026
There is no time difference between Thibodaux and Lake Charles. The current time is 00:17:14.
Gas Consumption
A car with 8.3 l/100 km efficiency needs 23.15 liters (6.12 gal). Cost: $23.18 (diesel $33.14).
| Gas | Mid | Premium | Diesel | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| $/Gallon | $3.79 | $4.26 | $4.63 | $5.42 |
| Total | $23.18 | $26.07 | $28.31 | $33.14 |
Prices in Louisiana · Apr 09, 2026
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How did we calculate? Place names are translated into coordinates. The Haversine formula calculates straight-line distance; driving distance uses road network data.