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| Operated by | Vehicle type | Departure time | Departure location | Trip duration | Arrival time | Arrival location | Recommended | Price and booking link |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
 | Lake Charles, LA | 30th Street Station | CheapestFastest | |||||
| Lake Charles, LA | 30th Street Station | No tags |
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Compare 2 ways to travel from Lake Charles to Philadelphia
Among the sustainable travel choices, the Bus stands out as a good way to reach Philadelphia. The journey takes about 1 day, 17 hours and with fares starting at just R 3 008, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.
Train Companies
Based on 5750 reviews, the company was rated 4.1 stars on Busbud. Travellers were especially satisfied with the seats and the ticket access but often complained with the Wi-Fi. Amtrak ticket prices on this trip start at R 4 605
Frequently asked questions about travelling from Lake Charles to Philadelphia, PA by train
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 train ticket from Lake Charles to Philadelphia?
The cheapest train tickets from Lake Charles to Philadelphia start from R 4 758. The average price for this train route is around R 4 758. Busbud recommends booking your tickets in advance for a better chance to secure the lowest possible price.
How long is the train journey from Lake Charles to Philadelphia?
The average train journey time from Lake Charles to Philadelphia is 1d 23h, covering a distance of 1959 km. The quickest train can get you there in 1d 23h and is operated by Amtrak.
Which train operators serve the Lake Charles to Philadelphia route?
Several major train operators run on this route, with 1 trains available per day.
What are the earliest and latest departure times for the train from Lake Charles to Philadelphia?
The earliest train from Lake Charles to Philadelphia departs at 15:29. And the latest train departs at 15:29.
Find cheapest prices for trains
Price is for a one-way ticket for one passenger and based on past searches.
The cheapest trip from Lake Charles to Philadelphia, PA was searched and found on 30 Jan 2026 with a price of R 3 903To save money and be sure you have the best seat, it's a good idea to buy your train tickets from Lake Charles to Philadelphia, PA as early as possible.
You can expect to pay from R 3 903 to R 18 508 for a train ticket from Lake Charles to Philadelphia, PA based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at R 3 903, which is on 2026-01-30.
