Lake Charles, LA
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LiveUpdated Jul 23Gas prices near 70611
Lake Charles, LA · LA average $3.60/gal
Stations near you
1Walmart Neighborhood Market
CheapestCheapest nearby260 Sam Houston Jones Pkwy
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Lake Charles, LA · 70611
- Cheapest
- $3.37/gal
- Area avg
- $3.60/gal
You save23¢/gal
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Find current gas prices across 70611 Lake Charles and surrounding Calcasieu Parish. Prices fluctuate regularly between stations, so checking before you fill up helps your budget. Louisiana's proximity to Gulf Coast refineries generally keeps fuel competitive, though local prices still shift based on crude costs and demand.
Today’s lowest gas prices in 70611
- 1. Walmart Neighborhood Market at 260 Sam Houston Jones Pkwy offers regular at $3.37/gal (3.1 mi away).
- 2. Shell at 1901 Sam Houston Jones Pkwy offers regular at $3.49/gal (5.1 mi away).
- 3. Chevron at 1783 N US-171 offers regular at $3.65/gal (1.3 mi away).
- 4. Circle K at 944 US-171 offers regular at $3.69/gal (5.0 mi away).
- 5. Chevron at 2665 N Perkins Ferry Rd offers regular at $3.69/gal (4.3 mi away).
Prices are aggregated from station-level data and refreshed daily.
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How to save more on gas in Lake Charles
1. Use warehouse clubs
Costco and Sam’s Club typically price 15-25 cents per gallon below nearby stations. Membership pays for itself within a few fill-ups.
2. Fill up early in the week
Stations often raise prices Thursday for weekend demand. Fill up Monday through Wednesday to avoid the lift.
3. Keep tires properly inflated
Properly inflated tires improve fuel economy by up to 3 percent at current prices. Check pressure once a month.
4. Check back tomorrow
Prices can shift 10-20 cents overnight during volatile markets. A quick check before you leave home avoids paying yesterday’s spike.
5. Pay cash at split-pricing stations
Stations with cash and credit split pricing typically save an average of 10 cents per gallon when you pay cash.
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About gas prices in Louisiana
Louisiana hosts six major refineries along the Mississippi River and Gulf Coast, including ExxonMobil Baton Rouge (one of the largest in the nation), Marathon Garyville, and Phillips 66 Alliance. The state gas tax is around 20 cents per gallon, one of the lowest in the country. New Orleans, Baton Rouge, and Shreveport all post pump prices well below the national average thanks to direct refinery proximity and short supply distances. Costco, Sam's Club, Murphy USA at Walmart, and Brookshire's grocery fuel lead on value across New Orleans, Baton Rouge, and Shreveport. Hurricane season (August through October) creates the only meaningful supply risk, as refinery shutdowns and evacuations can spike prices within days.