How far is Lake Charles, LA from Lafayette, LA?
Distance by Flight
Shortest distance between Lake Charles and Lafayette is 70.73 miles (113.82 km).
Flight distance from Lake Charles, LA to Lafayette, LA is 70.73 miles. Estimated flight time is 00 hours 09 minutes.
It takes 00 hours 08 minutes to travel from Lake Charles to Lafayette with an airplane (average speed of 550 miles).
Driving distance
The driving distance from Lake Charles, Louisiana to Lafayette, Louisiana is: 74.91 miles (120.56 km) by car.
Driving from Lake Charles to Lafayette will take approximately 01 hours 12 minutes.
#1 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 |
#2 Lafayette
The third most populous city in Acadiana, Louisiana. It is located on the Vermilion River in southwestern Louisiana. Lafayette is known for its many cajun and creole restaurants, its many parks and green spaces, and its many attractions, such as the Lafayette Museum and the Lafayette Grand Opera House.
| Population | 126535 |
|---|---|
| GPS Coordinates | 30°13'27"N 92°1'11"W |
| Latitude | 30.2240900 |
| Longitude | -92.0198400 |
| Altitude | 11 |
| Country | United States |
Ending point in Lafayette: South Buchanan Street (-92.019794,30.224075)
Estimated Travel Time Between Lake Charles and Lafayette
The distance between Lake Charles and Lafayette is 121 km if you choose to drive by road. You can go 01 hours 20 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 Lake Charles and Lafayette. The current time is 04:16:11.
| Average Speed | Travel Time |
|---|---|
| 30 mph (48.3 km/h) | 02 hours 29 minutes |
| 40 mph (64.37 km/h) | 01 hours 52 minutes |
| 50 mph (80.47 km/h) | 01 hours 29 minutes |
| 60 mph (96.56 km/h) | 01 hours 14 minutes |
| 70 mph (112.65 km/h) | 01 hours 04 minutes |
| 75 mph (120.7 km/h) | 00 hours 59 minutes |
| 80 mph (128.75 km/h) | 00 hours 56 minutes |
Gas Consumption
A car with a fuel efficiency of 8.3 l/100 km will need 10.01 liters (2.64 gallon) of gas to cover the route between Lake Charles and Lafayette.
The estimated cost of gas to go from Lake Charles to Lafayette is $8.12 (diesel $10.74).
Louisiana gas prices.
| Gasoline | Mid Grade | Premium | Diesel | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Gallon | $3.07 | $3.48 | $3.84 | $4.06 |
| Total | $8.12 | $9.2 | $10.16 | $10.74 |
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 Lake Charles and Lafayette (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 Lake Charles 179.92 miles (290 km)
Driving distance from Maryland, LA to Lake Charles 135.05 miles (217 km)
Driving distance from Metairie Terrace, LA to Lake Charles 200.84 miles (323 km)
