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  • This trip is recommended because it is the: Cheapest + Fastest
    Departure time: 14 July at
    Departure city: Lake Charles
    Departure location: Lake Charles, LA
    Arrival time: 14 July at
    Destination city: New Orleans
    Destination location: New Orleans Bus Station
    Operated by: FlixBusFlixBus
    Vehicle: BusDuration:
  • Departure time: 14 July at
    Departure city: Lake Charles
    Departure location: Lake Charles, LA
    Arrival time: 14 July at
    Destination city: New Orleans
    Destination location: New Orleans Bus Station
    Operated by: FlixBusFlixBus
    Vehicle: BusDuration:

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Compare 2 ways to travel from Lake Charles to New Orleans

Bus
Average priceUS$41 - US$86Average duration3h 30m
8kg CO₂e5 out of 5 stars
FastestMost eco-friendly
Train
Average priceUS$40 - US$265Average duration6h 11m
28kg CO₂e1 out of 5 stars
Cheapest
busbud logoBusbud recommends taking the bus from Lake Charles to New Orleans

Among the sustainable travel choices, the bus stands out as a good way to reach New Orleans. The journey takes about 3 hours 30 minutes and with fares starting at just US$41, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

2bus per day
3h 30mAverage duration
US$41Cheapest ticket
8kgCO₂ emissions

Bus Lake Charles to New Orleans: Trip Overview

Average ticket priceUS$46
Average bus trip duration3h 30m
Number of daily buses2
Earliest bus departure10:00
Distance186 miles
Latest bus departure17:10

Lake Charles to New Orleans Bus

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From cheap bus tickets to more luxurious buses travelling from Lake Charles to New Orleans, we offer a wide range of bus services to best suit your needs depending on how much your budget is.

Frequently asked questions on the trip Lake Charles - New Orleans

  1. 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).

  2. 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.

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08/07
US$38
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US$33
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US$33
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busbud logoThe cheapest trip from Lake Charles to New Orleans was searched and found on 10 Jul 2025 with a price of US$33

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 US$33 to US$38 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 US$33, which is on 2025-07-14.

About Bus Travel

Bus Travel Tips

Meet and talk to locals at the bus stations while travelling from Lake Charles to New Orleans.There is no better way to get inside travel information while exploring a new city than to go straight to its people.

From miles long of beauteous natural landscapes to impressive man-crafted sights, you’re bound to be in for a visual treat on your bus trip from Lake Charles to New Orleans.

Taking the bus creates the smallest carbon footprint compared to other modes of transport. Not to mention that buses will allow you to discover scenic gems from Lake Charles to New Orleans that are otherwise impossible to come by with a plane.

Create your own real life musical score by curating a personalized bus travel playlist - the perfect accompaniment to your bus ride from Lake Charles to New Orleans.

Did you know?

The bus driver with the longest career in the world drove more than 2,000,000 miles and is a happy World Record holder.

One of the longest bus route in the world goes all the way from Ontario to Alberta in Canada (with the same bus). This trip is 3,435 km or 2,135 miles long and the price is a bit under $100.

The Superbus, created by a Dutch engineer is the world's fastest bus with 250 km/h. Too bad it's only a prototype for now.

What's the cheapest way to go from Lake Charles to New Orleans?

busbud logoThe bus is the cheapest travel choice for this destination

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