Origin
Lake Charles, LA
Afternoon in Lake Charles on Thursday
Local time
3:42 PM
CDT
Current temp
81°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
Trip from Lake Charles, LA to Ossun, LA
Last recalculated Apr 16, 2026
Drive Time
1h 19m
Distance
70.4 mi
113 km
Drive Score
7/10
Good drive
Same Day?
Yes, doable
Fuel Cost
$11
one way
EV Charging
Unknown
Best Time to Leave
4 AM
1h 14m
★
6 AM
1h 20m
8 AM
1h 32m
10 AM
1h 24m
12 PM
1h 23m
3 PM
1h 25m
5 PM
1h 32m
8 PM
1h 16m
Estimated drive times based on typical traffic patterns. Actual times may vary with weather, construction, and real-time conditions.
Lake Charles, LA
Liisbet Luup
Ossun, LA
Miguel Cuenca
Trip Overview
The drive from Lake Charles, LA to Ossun, LA covers 70.4 miles and takes about 1h 19m behind the wheel. This route is realistic as a one-day drive if you keep your stops efficient.
The route leans on I 10, State Route 93, Enterprise Boulevard for much of the mileage, and the overall profile is highway-focused drive. The longest uninterrupted segment is about 65.9 miles on I 10. At current regular gas prices, budget about $10.63 one way before food or hotel costs.
Who Is This Route For?
Weekend Trip
Doable as a same-day drive at 1h 19m. Total distance: 70.4 miles.
Family Friendly
Moderate complexity with 0 natural rest stops along the way.
Solo Traveler
1h 19m drive, comfortable solo distance.
EV Driver
0 DC fast chargers along the route. Coverage: unknown.
First-Time Driver
Mostly highway driving (96%). Straightforward navigation.
Drive Character
This is a 1h 19m highway drive covering 70.4 miles, with most of the trip on I 10 and State Route 93. The longest continuous stretch is about 65.9 miles on I 10.
Most of the miles stay on highways, which makes pacing and fuel planning easier than turn-by-turn city driving.
There are about 10 navigation steps in the underlying route data, so the final approach matters more than the middle miles.
I 10 is the longest continuous segment at about 65.9 miles.
How Hard Is This Drive?
This is a straightforward highway drive that stays mostly on I 10 and State Route 93. Navigation is very simple - set it and forget it for most of the drive. The trickiest moment comes around 1.7 miles in near Belden Street.
Driving Effort
1/10
Very easy - short and simple to drive
Balances navigation complexity with total wheel time.
The drive from Lake Charles, LA to Ossun, LA is easy. At 1h 19m with 96% highway, most drivers will find it relaxed and low-stress.
Where does it get tricky?
The main spots that need attention: at 1.7 miles (Belden Street): Navigation decision point; at 1.8 miles: Navigation decision point; at 2 miles (I 10; US 90): Merge point - match speed before joining.
Critical Maneuvers
5 of 6 key pointsThese are the spots where you need to pay the most attention. Preview them before you drive.
3
1.7 mi into trip
|
~3m in
|
Belden Street
Turn right onto Belden Street
Navigation decision point
3
1.8 mi into trip
|
~3m in
Take the ramp
Navigation decision point
3
2 mi into trip
|
~3m in
|
I 10; US 90
Merge onto I 10; US 90
Merge point - match speed before joining
5
67.8 mi into trip
|
~1h 15m in
Take the exit toward LA 93: Cankton, Scott
Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one
Toward LA 93: Cankton, Scott
3
68.2 mi into trip
|
~1h 15m in
|
LA 93 / Saint Mary Street
Turn left onto LA 93 / Saint Mary Street
Navigation decision point
Main Roads
| Road | Distance | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| I 10 | 65.9 mi | 1h 11m |
| State Route 93 | 2.1 mi | 3m |
| Enterprise Boulevard | 1.7 mi | 3m |
| Saint Mary Street | 0.2 mi | <1m |
| Belden Street | <0.1 mi | <1m |
| Wyman Road | <0.1 mi | — |
Some road-level metrics are being recalculated.
Longest stretch:
I 10
— 65.9 mi, about 1h 11m
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Lake Charles, LA and Ossun, LA.
1
Start on Enterprise Boulevard
478 ft
·
14 sec
·
Enterprise Boulevard
2
Continue on Enterprise Boulevard
1.6 mi
·
3 min
·
Enterprise Boulevard
3
Turn right onto Belden Street
93 ft
·
1 sec
·
Belden Street
4
Take the ramp
0.2 mi
·
29 sec
5
Merge onto I 10; US 90
66 mi
·
1 hr 11 min
·
I 10; US 90
6
Take the exit
0.3 mi
·
50 sec
Toward LA 93: Cankton, Scott
7
Turn left onto LA 93
0.2 mi
·
18 sec
·
Saint Mary Street
8
Continue on LA 93
2.1 mi
·
3 min
·
State Route 93
9
Turn left onto LA 723
19 ft
·
0 sec
·
Wyman Road
10
Arrive at destination
LA 723
Where to Stop
Rest stops, refuel points, and overnight suggestions along this route.
Halfway Point
Midpoint
About 35.2 mi from Lake Charles, LA · 39m into the drive
Mid-route town
Meal stop
35 mi into the route
Best for: Lunch, fuel, and a longer reset
This sits close to the middle of the route, so it works well for the longest stop of the day.
Pacing Suggestions
Fuel and coffee
A short stop after about 15 miles helps settle the day before fatigue starts building.
Meal break
The midpoint is around 35.2 miles from Lake Charles, LA, which is a good place for a longer meal and fuel stop.
Before the longest stretch
Fuel checkTop up before I 10 if your tank is already low. That segment runs about 65.9 miles.
Arriving in Ossun, LA
The final approach into Ossun, LA usually feels slower than the middle of the drive, so avoid planning your tightest schedule at the very end.
These stop ideas are pacing suggestions — the exact town or exit can change with traffic, hotel plans, and fuel range.
Fuel & Cost
Regular Gas
$10.63 one way
$21.26 round trip
$3.84/gal
25.4 MPG avg
25 kg CO2
| Fuel Type | $/gal | One Way | Round Trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| midgrade | $4.21 | $11.67 | $23.34 |
| premium | $4.56 | $12.64 | $25.27 |
| diesel | $5.61 | $15.54 | $31.09 |
No toll roads detected on this route.
Drive Cost (one way)
Fuel
$11
Estimated CO2 emission: 24.6 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-13.
Driving Electric?
About $7 in charging · 0 stops · 68% less CO2
| Vehicle Type | kWh | Stops | DC Fast | Home Charge |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Average EV | 21.1 | 0 | $7.39 | $3.38 |
| Efficient EV | 17.6 | 0 | $6.16 | $2.82 |
| EV Truck/SUV | 28.2 | 0 | $9.86 | $4.51 |
Gas CO2
25 kg
EV CO2
8 kg (68% 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.
Destination
Ossun, LA
Afternoon in Ossun on Thursday
Local time
3:42 PM
CDT
Current temp
86°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
78°F
Jennings, LA
35 mi in
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
5 degrees warmer at arrival
A meaningful temperature swing is a good cue to rethink layers, water, and how soon you want to arrive.
Road read
1h 19m 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.
Frequently Asked Questions
The drive from Lake Charles, LA to Ossun, LA covers 70.4 miles and takes about 1h 19m without stops. Add 15-30 minutes for a fuel or rest stop on longer drives.
The main roads are I 10, State Route 93, Enterprise Boulevard. Most of the drive stays on highways, so watch for ramps and exits.
This is a comfortable same-day trip.
The midpoint is about 35.2 miles from Lake Charles, LA. Look for rest areas, gas stations, or food options near the halfway mark.
At current regular gas prices, expect to spend about $10.63 one way. This estimate uses 25.4 MPG — your actual cost will vary with your vehicle's fuel efficiency and current gas prices.
Leave by 9 AM and you'll arrive before lunch. Even a 4 PM departure gets you there before dark in summer.
The drive from Lake Charles, LA to Ossun, LA is easy. At 1h 19m with 96% highway, most drivers will find it relaxed and low-stress.
The main spots that need attention: at 1.7 miles (Belden Street): Navigation decision point; at 1.8 miles: Navigation decision point; at 2 miles (I 10; US 90): Merge point - match speed before joining.
The route from Lake Charles, LA to Ossun, LA does not surface many named destination signs beyond the main corridor.
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