Lake Charles, Louisiana - Gas prices across America continue to be a topic of conversation, but over the last few weeks gas prices have actually fallen quite a bit. We're trying to save you a dime and let you know where the BEST and CHEAPEST places to get gas are right now around Lake Charles and Southwest Louisiana.

Gas prices could continue to drop as the situation in the Middle East starts to calm down. Per an article from CNBC, Chevron’s Chief Financial Officer Eimear Bonner says oil companies are working to help lower prices, but it may take some time before drivers see the changes at the pump. Oil prices have already fallen after a recent peace agreement, and Chevron expects gas prices to keep coming down as things return to normal.

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Gas Prices Continue To Drop in Louisiana

According to AAA, gas prices in Louisiana continue to see slight declines across most fuel types. The average price for regular unleaded is now $3.50 per gallon, down from $3.51 yesterday and $3.57 a week ago. Mid-grade fuel is averaging $3.97, while premium is at $4.37, with both seeing small decreases compared to last week.

Diesel prices are currently averaging $4.47 per gallon, down from $4.49 yesterday and significantly lower than the $5.04 average from a month ago. While prices remain higher than this time last year, Louisiana drivers are seeing continued relief compared to recent monthly averages.

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Cheapest Gas This Week Around Lake Charles & Southwest Louisiana (June 29th)

So where are the CHEAPEST places to get gas in Southwest Louisiana? Here's what we found, thanks to our friends over at GasBuddy.com...

  • Love's Travel Stop (Vinton) - $3.15
  • Sam's Club (Lake Charles) - $3.18
  • Murphy USA (Lake Charles - Gerstner Memorial) - $3.23
  • Hebert's Country Grocery (Vinton) - $3.24
  • Murphy USA (Lake Charles - Nelson Road) - $3.25
  • Walmart (Lake Charles - Sam Houston Jones Pkwy) - $3.26
  • Murphy USA (Lake Charles - Hwy 171) - $3.27
  • Shell (Lake Charles - Lake St) - $3.27
  • Circle K (Lake Charles - Nelson Rd) - $3.27
  • Murphy USA (Sulphur - Cities Service Hwy) - $3.29

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