Greenwood, Mississippi to Lake Charles: Road Trip Guide & Distance

How far is Greenwood, Mississippi from Lake Charles?

The distance from Greenwood, Mississippi to Lake Charles is 289.1 miles (465.2 km) as the crow flies. Lake Charles is located SW of Greenwood, Mississippi. By car, the driving distance is approximately 361.3 miles, taking about 7h 16min. A direct flight would take roughly 1h 5min. Both are located in United States — Greenwood, Mississippi in Mississippi and Lake Charles in Louisiana.

This is a solid day of driving. Be sure to take breaks every 2-3 hours to avoid driver fatigue, and plan your meals ahead of time. Since you'll be heading mostly West, pack a good pair of sunglasses if you plan to drive during the late afternoon to avoid the harsh sun glare.

Coordinates come from public place data for Greenwood, Mississippi and Lake Charles. The driving distance is estimated from straight-line distance with a road-factor model, so confirm the route in your navigation app. Fuel, flight, bus, and train values are planning estimates and can change by date, provider, road closures, and border rules.