Next bus departures
| Operated by | Vehicle type | Departure time | Departure location | Trip duration | Arrival time | Arrival location | Recommended | Price and booking link |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
 | Bus | Lake Charles (City Point) | Hyattsville New Carrollton Bus Stop | Cheapest | ||||
| Bus | Lake Charles (City Point) | Union Station | Fastest | ||||
FlixBus + Greyhound Lines, Inc. | Bus | Lake Charles (City Point) | Union Station | No tags | ||||
FlixBus + Greyhound Lines, Inc. | Bus | Lake Charles (City Point) | Bethesda - 4550 Montgomery Ave | No tags | ||||
FlixBus + Greyhound Lines, Inc. | Bus | Lake Charles (City Point) | Arlington (Rosslyn), 1001 Wilson Blvd. | No tags |
Last refresh of the prices: Yesterday at 22:34 CST.
Compare 2 ways to travel from Lake Charles to Washington
Among the sustainable travel choices, the bus stands out as a good way to reach Washington. The journey takes about 1 day, 15 hours 45 minutes and with fares starting at just £108, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.
Where are the popular stops in Lake Charles and Washington?
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 Washington
- A6 Union Station Dr NE, Washington, DC 20002, USA
- B1500 20th St NW, Washington, DC 20036, USA
- C663 11th St NW, Washington, D.C., DC 20004, USA
- D
L’Enfant Plaza
In front of McDonald's, 400 C St SW, Washington, DC 20024, USA - E
10th Street NW
Charter bus loading zone in front of Madame Tussaud's, 610 10th St NW, Washington, DC 20001, USA - F
Foggy Bottom
1905 G St NW, Washington, DC 20431, USA
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Based on 87431 reviews, the company was rated 3.5 stars on Busbud. Travellers were especially satisfied with the ticket access and the temperature but often complained with the Wi-Fi. Greyhound ticket prices on this trip start at £158
Frequently asked questions about travelling by bus from Lake Charles to Washington, DC, US
Please note that timetables, routes, or operator details shown here may be updated or vary at the time of your journey.
How much is the bus ticket from Lake Charles to Washington?
The cheapest coach tickets from Lake Charles to Washington start from £108. The average price for this route is around £186. Busbud recommends that you book your tickets in advance for a better chance to get the lowest possible price.
How long is the bus journey from Lake Charles to Washington?
The average bus journey time from Lake Charles to Washington is 1d 15h, covering a distance of 1095 miles. The fastest bus can take you there in 1d 7h and is operated by Greyhound.
Which bus companies service the Lake Charles to Washington route?
Several major bus companies operate on this route with 5 buses available per day.
What is the earliest and latest departure time for the bus from Lake Charles to Washington?
The earliest bus departs from Lake Charles to Washington at 11:50. And the latest bus departs at 21:10.
What are the CO₂ emissions for the bus trip from Lake Charles to Washington?
A bus journey from Lake Charles to Washington produces an estimated 44 kg of CO₂, making it a highly eco-friendly choice and a mode of travel recommended by Busbud.
Find cheapest prices for buses
Price is for a one-way ticket for one passenger and based on past searches.
The cheapest trip from Lake Charles to Washington, DC, US was searched and found on 19 Dec 2025 with a price of £104To save money and be sure you have the best seat, it's a good idea to buy your bus tickets from Lake Charles to Washington, DC, US as early as possible.
You can expect to pay from £104 to £121 for a bus ticket from Lake Charles to Washington, DC, US based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at £104, which is on 2025-12-19.
What's the cheapest way to go from Lake Charles to Washington, DC, US?
The bus is the cheapest travel choice for this destination
