Train from Charlotte, NC to Lake Charles: Tickets & Timetables

Previously seen journeys

Next departures from Charlotte to Lake Charles on 4 February
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AmtrakTrain
Amtrak Station
Lake Charles, LANo tags
AmtrakTrain
Amtrak Station
Lake Charles, LANo tags
AmtrakTrain
Amtrak Station
Lake Charles, LANo tags
AmtrakTrain
Amtrak Station
Lake Charles, LANo tags
AmtrakTrain
Amtrak Station
Lake Charles, LANo tags

Compare 2 ways to travel from Charlotte to Lake Charles

We recommend taking the bus

Among the sustainable travel choices, the Bus stands out as a good way to reach Lake Charles. The journey takes about 1 day, 2 hours 30 minutes and with fares starting at just £78, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

4bus per day
1d 2hAverage duration
795 milesDistance
32kgCO₂ emissions
Average price£78 - £212Average duration1d 2h
32kg CO₂e
Average price£137 - £184Average duration1d 12h
117kg CO₂e

Frequently asked questions about travelling from Charlotte, NC to Lake Charles by train

Please note that timetables, routes, or operator details shown here may be updated or vary at the time of your journey.

  1. How much does a train ticket cost from Charlotte to Lake Charles?

    The cheapest train tickets from Charlotte to Lake Charles start from £137. The average price for this train route is around £159. Busbud recommends booking your tickets in advance for the best chance of getting the lowest possible price.

  2. How long is the train journey from Charlotte to Lake Charles?

    The average train journey time from Charlotte to Lake Charles is 1d 12h, covering a distance of 797 miles. The fastest train gets you there in 1d 12h and is operated by Amtrak.

  3. Which train operators serve the Charlotte to Lake Charles route?

    Several major train operators run on this route with 1 trains available per day.

  4. What are the earliest and latest departure times for the train from Charlotte to Lake Charles?

    The earliest train from Charlotte to Lake Charles departs at 02:55. And the latest train departs at 02:55.

Find cheapest prices for trains

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

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£153
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06/02
£131
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£153
busbud logoThe cheapest trip from Charlotte, NC to Lake Charles was searched and found on 6 Feb 2026 with a price of £131

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

You can expect to pay from £131 to £568 for a train ticket from Charlotte, NC to Lake Charles based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at £131, which is on 2026-02-06.

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