How far is Baton Rouge, LA from Lake Charles, LA?
Distance by Flight
Shortest distance between Baton Rouge and Lake Charles is 121.33 miles (195.26 km).
Flight distance from Baton Rouge, LA to Lake Charles, LA is 121.33 miles. Estimated flight time is 00 hours 15 minutes.
It takes 00 hours 13 minutes to travel from Baton Rouge to Lake Charles with an airplane (average speed of 550 miles).
Driving distance
The driving distance from Baton Rouge, Louisiana to Lake Charles, Louisiana is: 125.66 miles (202.23 km) by car.
Driving from Baton Rouge to Lake Charles will take approximately 01 hours 56 minutes.
#1 Baton Rouge
The capital of Louisiana. It is located on the Mississippi River in southern Louisiana. Baton Rouge is known for its many historical sites, its many parks and green spaces, and its many attractions, such as the Louisiana State Capitol and the USS Kidd Veterans Memorial & Museum.
| Population | 219052 |
|---|---|
| GPS Coordinates | 30°26'36"N 91°11'15"W |
| Latitude | 30.4433200 |
| Longitude | -91.1874700 |
| Altitude | 14 |
| 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 Baton Rouge and Lake Charles
The distance between Baton Rouge and Lake Charles is 202 km if you choose to drive by road. You can go 02 hours 14 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 Baton Rouge and Lake Charles. The current time is 12:59:23.
| Average Speed | Travel Time |
|---|---|
| 30 mph (48.3 km/h) | 04 hours 11 minutes |
| 40 mph (64.37 km/h) | 03 hours 08 minutes |
| 50 mph (80.47 km/h) | 02 hours 30 minutes |
| 60 mph (96.56 km/h) | 02 hours 05 minutes |
| 70 mph (112.65 km/h) | 01 hours 47 minutes |
| 75 mph (120.7 km/h) | 01 hours 40 minutes |
| 80 mph (128.75 km/h) | 01 hours 34 minutes |
Gas Consumption
A car with a fuel efficiency of 8.3 l/100 km will need 16.78 liters (4.43 gallon) of gas to cover the route between Baton Rouge and Lake Charles.
The estimated cost of gas to go from Baton Rouge to Lake Charles is $13.63 (diesel $18.02).
Louisiana gas prices.
| Gasoline | Mid Grade | Premium | Diesel | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Gallon | $3.07 | $3.48 | $3.84 | $4.06 |
| Total | $13.63 | $15.44 | $17.04 | $18.02 |
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 December 26, 2024.
How did we calculate the distance?
The place names are translated into coordinates to approximate the distance between Baton Rouge 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 Baton Rouge 54.85 miles (88 km)
Driving distance from Metairie Terrace, LA to Baton Rouge 75.77 miles (122 km)
