Supreme, LA to Lake Charles, LA is 168.8 miles and takes about 3h 25m via I 10 and LA 398, with a fuel budget near $25 and enough daylight to finish in a day. This drive primarily stays within Louisiana's Southeast region, offering a straightforward trip connecting two points. It's a manageable journey, well-suited for a single day of travel without feeling rushed. You'll find this route to be a practical way to get from point A to point B, with most of your time spent on the interstate.
Trip Pace
Same-day drive is realistic
A same-day return is realistic if you keep stops short.
Break Rhythm
1 planned break
A short stop every 2 to 3 hours is enough for this drive.
Midpoint
84.4 miles from Supreme, LA
A natural place for your longest stop of the day
, about 1h 46m into the drive
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Main Roads
Road
Distance
Duration
I 10
70.1 mi
1h 15m
Raceland-M C Express
62.9 mi
1h 8m
LA 398
10.5 mi
18m
LA 662
4.5 mi
7m
East University Avenue
4.1 mi
7m
Highway 1
2.9 mi
4m
Southwest Evangeline Thruway
2.7 mi
3m
Southeast Evangeline Thruway
2.5 mi
3m
Longest stretch:
I 10
— 70.1 mi, about 1h 15m
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Supreme, LA and Lake Charles, LA.
1
Start on LA 1
2.9 mi·4 min·Highway 1
2
Turn right onto LA 398
10 mi·18 min·LA 398
3
Continue on LA 662
4.5 mi·7 min·LA 662
4
Turn left
0.3 mi·41 sec
5
Merge onto US 90
63 mi·1 hr 8 min·Raceland-M C Express
6
Keep slight right at fork onto US 90
0.2 mi·14 sec·Veterans Memorial Expressway
7
Keep slight right at fork onto US 90
0.4 mi·24 sec·Veterans Memorial Expressway
8
Keep slight right at fork onto US 90
0.4 mi·28 sec·Veterans Memorial Expressway
9
Keep slight right at fork onto US 90
0.2 mi·15 sec·Veterans Memorial Expressway
10
Keep slight right at fork onto US 90; LA 92-1
0.2 mi·13 sec·Veterans Memorial Expressway
11
Take the exit onto LA 92-1
0.1 mi·21 sec·Young Street
12
Continue on LA 92-1
0.3 mi·38 sec·Young Street
13
Turn right onto St Etienne Road
1.0 mi·3 min·St Etienne Road
14
At end of road, turn right onto East Fairfield Drive
0.1 mi·22 sec·East Fairfield Drive
15
Turn left onto LA 3073
1.5 mi·2 min·Ambassador Caffery Parkway
16
Turn right onto South Morgan Avenue
1.6 mi·2 min·South Morgan Avenue
17
Turn right onto US 90; LA 182
0.2 mi·13 sec·Southwest Evangeline Thruway
18
Keep slight left at fork
158 ft·7 sec
19
Turn left onto US 90; LA 182
2.5 mi·2 min·Southwest Evangeline Thruway
20
Continue on US 90; LA 182
2.5 mi·3 min·Southeast Evangeline Thruway
21
Turn left onto East University Avenue
4.1 mi·7 min·East University Avenue
22
Turn left
0.3 mi·41 sec
23
Merge onto I 10; US 167
70 mi·1 hr 15 min·I 10; US 167
24
Take the exit
0.3 mi·41 sec
25
Turn straight onto US 90 Bus
0.6 mi·1 min·Enterprise Boulevard
26
Continue on Enterprise Boulevard
1.0 mi·1 min·Enterprise Boulevard
27
Arrive at destination
Enterprise Boulevard
Trip Plan
Given the 3h 25m estimated duration, departing in the morning allows ample time to reach Lake Charles comfortably within daylight hours. With only one recommended stop, you have flexibility in planning your break. Keep an eye on your fuel, especially during the longer 70.1-mile stretch on I 10, to avoid any unexpected delays. The $25 fuel cost is a good estimate, but it's always wise to have a little extra buffer. Enjoy the relatively short travel time and the ease of this direct route.
Morning Departure
An early start around 7-8 AM gets you there with plenty of daylight left.
Evening Departure
A late afternoon start means arriving after dark. Morning is better.
You can normally do this drive in one day.
Plan roughly 1 meaningful break for fuel, food, and rest.
The halfway point lands around 84.4 miles from Supreme, LA, or about 1h 46m into the drive.
The longest continuous stretch on this route runs about 70.1 miles.
This is a comfortable same-day trip.
Departure
Before you leave
Start with fuel, water, and navigation already sorted so the first hour feels easy.
First stop
Around 37 miles or 51m in
Use this first pause for coffee, a restroom break, and a quick traffic check ahead.
Halfway reset
Around 84.4 miles or 1h 46m in
This is the best place for your longest stop, a real meal, and a full fuel check.
Final approach
Final hour starts around 2h 51m
Traffic, exits, and arrival timing usually matter more near Lake Charles, LA than in the middle of the route.
Before You Leave
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Open the route before leaving Supreme, LA so your first major turns are already loaded.
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Leave with enough water and a charging cable within reach, not packed away.
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Check your fuel range against the first long segment, especially if you are starting outside city service areas.
Day 1
Settle into the route from Supreme, LA
This is one driving day of about 168.8 miles and 3h 25m.
Your first comfortable stop window is around 37 miles from Supreme, LA.
This route can stay practical as a one-day drive if traffic stays reasonable.
Plan about 1 real break rather than only quick fuel stops.
The longest stretch is on I 10 for about 70.1 miles.
Where to Stop
Rest stops, refuel points, and overnight suggestions along this route.
Place data sourced from public business listings. Hours and availability may vary.
Heads-up: tricky spots
5 of 20
5 decision points cluster between mile 2.9 and 87.4 — GPS handles the exact turns, but know they're coming. Your lane choice matters more than the turn itself.
4
2.9 mi into trip|~4m in|LA 398
Turn right onto LA 398
Navigation decision point
4
17.9 mi into trip|~30m in
Turn left
Navigation decision point
4
81.1 mi into trip|~1h 39m in|US 90 / Veterans Memorial Expressway
Keep slight right at fork onto US 90 / Veterans Memorial Expressway
Highway fork - watch signs carefully
5
82.3 mi into trip|~1h 40m in|US 90; LA 92-1 / Veterans Memorial Expressway
Keep slight right at fork onto US 90; LA 92-1 / Veterans Memorial Expressway
Highway fork - watch signs carefully
5
87.4 mi into trip|~1h 51m in
Keep slight left at fork
Highway fork - watch signs carefully
Fuel & Cost
Regular Gas
$25.49 one way
$50.99 round trip
$3.84/gal25.4 MPG avg59 kg CO2
Fuel Type
$/gal
One Way
Round Trip
midgrade
$4.21
$27.98
$55.97
premium
$4.56
$30.30
$60.60
diesel
$5.61
$37.27
$74.54
Estimated Tolls: $0.34
Southwest Evangeline Thruway
(2.5 mi)$0.17
Southeast Evangeline Thruway
(2.5 mi)$0.17
Toll estimates based on average 2024-2025 rates. EZ-Pass/SunPass discounts may lower the actual cost.
Estimated Trip Cost (one way, 1 person)
Fuel
$25
Tolls
$0
Meals
$25–$50
Total
$51–$76
Rough estimate based on US averages. Hotel $80–$140/night, meals $25–$50/day.
Estimated CO2 emission: 59.1 kg one way.
Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-13.
Driving Electric?
About $18 in charging
· 0 stops
· 66% less CO2
Vehicle Type
kWh
Stops
DC Fast
Home Charge
Average EV
50.6
0
$17.72
$8.10
Efficient EV
42.2
0
$14.77
$6.75
EV Truck/SUV
67.5
0
$23.63
$10.80
Gas CO2
59 kg
EV CO2
20 kg (66% less)
This trip is well within single-charge range for most EVs. No charging stops needed if you start fully charged.
DC fast charging avg $0.35/kWh. Home charging avg $0.16/kWh. US grid CO2: 0.39 kg/kWh.
Travel Intel
Current conditions at both ends of the drive.
Forecast as of Apr 17, 2026
Origin
Supreme, LA
Morning
in Supreme on Sunday
Local time
9:18 AM
CDT
Current temp
81°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
Destination
Lake Charles, LA
Morning
in Lake Charles on Sunday
Local time
9:18 AM
CDT
Current temp
81°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
Seasonal Notes
Summer travel usually means heavier construction, hotter rest stops, and busier weekend traffic around major cities.
Winter travel shortens daylight, so a route that looks manageable on paper can feel much longer after dark.
Holiday weekends tend to make both departure and arrival windows slower than the raw route time suggests.
Time zone
Same local time
Origin and destination are on the same clock, so arrival timing is easier to judge at a glance.
Temperature spread
Very similar conditions
Both ends of the route are sitting at about the same temperature right now.
Road read
3h 25m on the road
Use the two city cards together: check the sky where you start, then compare it with the local time and temperature at arrival.
Weather data from the National Weather Service. Conditions may change; check closer to your travel date.
More Details
What kind of drive is this?
This trip features a mixed drive, with 54% of the journey on highways. You'll experience stretches of efficient interstate travel, including a notable 70.1-mile segment on I 10. While much of the route prioritizes speed and directness, expect some transitions onto local roads like Raceland-M C Express and LA 398. The drive isn't a constant high-speed run; it offers a blend of interstate cruising and slightly more varied road conditions as you approach your destination.
54% highway, the rest on surface roads — varied driving throughout.
27 navigation steps total — most of the decisions cluster near the start and finish.
Longest single stretch: 70.1 mi on I 10.
How Hard Is This Drive?
7/10
This route mixes highway mileage with some local-road sections near the start or finish. This route has several spots where lane changes, forks, or exits need your full attention. The trickiest moment comes around 2.9 miles in near LA 398.
Driving Effort7/10
Demanding - plan breaks and stay ahead of the key maneuvers
Balances navigation complexity with total wheel time.
This is a demanding drive. With 20 significant decision points across 168.8 miles, you will need to stay alert - especially through interchange areas and urban stretches. Consider splitting it into segments if you are not comfortable with fast highway navigation.
Where does it get tricky?
The main spots that need attention: at 2.9 miles (LA 398): Navigation decision point; at 17.9 miles: Navigation decision point; at 81.1 miles (US 90 / Veterans Memorial Expressway): Highway fork - watch signs carefully.
Lake Charles is the second-largest city in the Acadiana region of Louisiana, with 87,000 residents in 2022. It is well known for gaming and the great outdoors, culinary delights and rhythm and blues. There are over 75 annual festivals from the splendor of Mardi Gras to the swashbuckling days of the Contraband Days Pirate Festival, there is something going on nearly every weekend.
Doable as a same-day drive at 3h 25m. Total distance: 168.8 miles.
Family Friendly
Moderate complexity with 1 natural rest stops along the way.
Solo Traveler
3h 25m drive, comfortable solo distance.
Frequently Asked Questions
The longest stretch is about 70.1 miles on I 10. The full list of main roads is in the Roads section above.
Expect about $0.34 in tolls one way, starting with Southwest Evangeline Thruway. Most Northeast and Midwest toll agencies accept E-ZPass; in the West and Texas, transponders like TxTag or FasTrak apply. If you do not have a transponder, cashless tolling plates will mail a bill to the vehicle's registered address — usually with a surcharge, so a rental-car toll pass is often cheaper than paying by mail.
Yes — we found about 1 rest area or service plaza within a short detour of the route (from OpenStreetMap). See the Rest Stops tab under Nearby Places for locations and mile markers. Plan to stretch, use the bathroom, and top off fluids every 2–3 hours on longer drives.
It helps. This route has a higher-than-average number of complex decision points, which get harder in the dark. If the last hour of the trip is on surface roads or mountain grades, aim to arrive at Lake Charles, LA before sunset when you can. Check the Trip Plan for departure windows that land you in daylight.
Only with planning. This is a long drive for kids — consider splitting it into two days rather than pushing through. Plan at least 1 meaningful breaks. There are 1 rest area along the route for bathroom stops.
The main spots that need attention: at 2.9 miles (LA 398): Navigation decision point; at 17.9 miles: Navigation decision point; at 81.1 miles (US 90 / Veterans Memorial Expressway): Highway fork - watch signs carefully.
Possible but tiring. At 3.4 hours each way, an in-and-out day trip would put you behind the wheel for 6.9 hours — manageable with a long break at Lake Charles, LA, but most travelers stay overnight.
