How far is New Orleans from Lake Charles by coach?

The distance between Lake Charles and New Orleans by coach is approximately 189 miles (305 km).

Is there a way to reach New Orleans from Lake Charles without a car?

You can travel to New Orleans from Lake Charles by coach, which provides a smooth ride and an affordable and convenient trip. Depending on your preferences, carpooling can also be considered as an option.

Bus Lake Charles to New Orleans from £24 | Refundable Tickets

Next bus departures

Next departures from Lake Charles to New Orleans on 23 November
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Bus	19:45	Lake Charles (City Point)	3h 20m	23:05	New Orleans Bus Station	Cheapest
Bus	10:10	Lake Charles (City Point)	3h 20m	13:30	New Orleans Bus Station	Fastest
Bus	11:50	Lake Charles (City Point)	3h 30m	15:20	New Orleans Bus Station	No tags

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Compare 2 ways to travel from Lake Charles to New Orleans

We recommend taking the bus

Among the sustainable travel choices, the bus stands out as a good way to reach New Orleans. The journey takes about 3 hours 20 minutes and with fares starting at just £28, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

2bus per day

3h 20mAverage duration

188 milesDistance

8kgCO₂ emissions

	Average price	Average duration	CO₂ emissions	Actions
Bus	Average price£28 - £55	Average duration3h 20m	CO₂ emissions 8kg CO₂e
Train	Average price£31 - £44	Average duration6h 11m	CO₂ emissions 28kg CO₂e

Where are the popular stops in Lake Charles and New Orleans?

Stops in Lake Charles

A
Lake Charles Greyhound
1825 I-10, Lake Charles, LA 70601, USA
B
Waffle House Lake Charles
804 N Lakeshore Dr, Lake Charles, LA 70601, USA

Stops in New Orleans

A
Union Passenger Terminal
1001 Loyola Ave, New Orleans, LA 70113, USA
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FlixBus

3.5/511,401 reviews

Staff4.2

Timeliness3.9

Cleanliness4.1

WiFi2.7

Based on 11401 reviews, the company was rated 3.5 stars on Busbud. Travellers were especially satisfied with the ticket access and the staff but often complained with the Wi-Fi. FlixBus ticket prices on this trip start at £28

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Frequently asked questions about travelling by bus from Lake Charles to New Orleans

How far is New Orleans from Lake Charles by coach?
The distance between Lake Charles and New Orleans by coach is approximately 189 miles (305 km).
Is there a way to reach New Orleans from Lake Charles without a car?
You can travel to New Orleans from Lake Charles by coach, which provides a smooth ride and an affordable and convenient trip. Depending on your preferences, carpooling can also be considered as an option.

Find cheapest prices for buses

Price is for a one-way ticket for one passenger and based on past searches.

Best price found

20/11

£24

21/11

No data

Today

£30

23/11

£33

24/11

£31

25/11

No data

26/11

No data

27/11

£31

The cheapest trip from Lake Charles to New Orleans was searched and found on 20 Nov 2025 with a price of £24

To save money and be sure you have the best seat, it's a good idea to buy your bus tickets from Lake Charles to New Orleans as early as possible.

You can expect to pay from £24 to £35 for a bus ticket from Lake Charles to New Orleans based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at £31, which is on 2025-11-24.