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| Operated by | Vehicle type | Departure time | Departure location | Trip duration | Arrival time | Arrival location | Recommended | Price and booking link |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
 | Bus | Houston Bus Station | Lake Charles (City Point) | Cheapest | ||||
 | Bus | Downtown Gray & Smith | Lake Charles (City Point) | Fastest | ||||
| Bus | Downtown Gray & Smith | Lake Charles (City Point) | No tags | ||||
| Bus | Downtown Gray & Smith | Lake Charles (City Point) | No tags | ||||
| Bus | Houston Uptown/Upper Kirby | Lake Charles (City Point) | No tags |
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Compare 2 ways to travel from Houston to Lake Charles
Among the sustainable travel choices, the bus stands out as a good way to reach Lake Charles. The journey takes about 2 hours 30 minutes and with fares starting at just R 480, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.
Where are the popular stops in Houston and Lake Charles?
Stops in Houston
- A
Hillcroft Ave & Southwest Freeway
6590 Southwest Fwy, Houston, TX 77074, USA - B
Downtown Greyhound Station
2121 Main St, Houston, TX 77002 - C
Harrisburg Greyhound Station
7000 Harrisburg Blvd, Houston, TX 77011, USA - D7011 Harrisburg Blvd, Houston, TX 77011, USA
- E
Clay St & Louisiana St
600-698 Clay St, Houston, TX 77002, USA - F
Lockwood Dr & Harvey Wilson Dr
820 Lockwood Dr, Houston, TX 77002, USA
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
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Frequently asked questions about travelling from Houston, US to Lake Charles by bus
Please note that timetables, routes, or operator details shown here may be updated or differ at the time of your trip.
How much is the bus ticket from Houston to Lake Charles?
The cheapest bus tickets from Houston to Lake Charles start at R 480. The average price for this route is around R 637. Busbud recommends booking your tickets in advance for the best chance of getting the lowest possible price.
How long is the bus journey from Houston to Lake Charles?
The average bus journey time from Houston to Lake Charles is 2h 30m, covering a distance of 210 km. The fastest bus gets you there in 2h 25m and is operated by FlixBus.
Which bus companies service the Houston to Lake Charles route?
What is the earliest and latest departure time for the bus from Houston to Lake Charles?
The earliest bus departs from Houston to Lake Charles at 07:00. And the latest bus departs at 18:35.
What are the CO₂ emissions for the bus trip from Houston to Lake Charles?
A bus trip from Houston to Lake Charles produces an estimated 5 kg of CO₂, making it a highly eco-friendly travel option and Busbud’s recommended way to travel.
What is the best bus company from Houston to Lake Charles?
According to Busbud customers, the highest-rated bus company on this route is FlixBus, with an average rating of 3.5 out of 5 stars based on 11504 reviews.
Which bus company has the best Wi-Fi from Houston to Lake Charles?
Based on reviews on Busbud, the bus company FlixBus has the best Wi-Fi rating with a score of 2.7.
Which bus company offers the most punctual service from Houston to Lake Charles?
According to Busbud traveller reviews, the most punctual bus company on this route is FlixBus, with a punctuality rating of 3.9 out of 5 stars.
Which bus company has the cleanest buses from Houston to Lake Charles?
According to Busbud traveller reviews, the bus company with the cleanest buses on this route is FlixBus, with a cleanliness rating of 4.1 out of 5 stars.
Find cheapest prices for buses
Price is for a one-way ticket for one passenger and based on past searches.
The cheapest trip from Houston, US to Lake Charles was searched and found on 12 Dec 2025 with a price of R 382To save money and be sure you have the best seat, it's a good idea to buy your bus tickets from Houston, US to Lake Charles as early as possible.
You can expect to pay from R 382 to R 608 for a bus ticket from Houston, US to Lake Charles based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at R 382, which is on 2025-12-12.
Usually FlixBus will charge you higher prices for tickets closer to the departure date. To find the best prices, you should be flexible on your date of travel.
