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.

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#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
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#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

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 09:19:21.

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 December 22, 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.

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