How can I travel from Atlanta to Lake Charles without flying?

You can take a bus or a train to go from Atlanta to Lake Charles. Both are practical and sustainable ways to travel to Lake Charles. Another option is using carpool services and riding with fellow travelers.

How long does it take to get to Lake Charles from Atlanta by bus?

On average, the trip from Atlanta to Lake Charles takes around 20h 35m, but the fastest bus can get you there in about 16h 40m. This is the time it takes to travel the 571 miles (921 km) that separate the two cities.

What is the travel distance from Atlanta to Lake Charles?

The distance separating Atlanta and Lake Charles is 571 miles (921 km).

What are the departure and arrival stations when taking the bus from Atlanta to Lake Charles?

The majority of buses traveling from Atlanta to Lake Charles start their journey at Doraville Tornado Bus Station and wind up at Lake Charles Greyhound. These are the most popular departure and arrival locations on this route, there are other pick-up and drop-off locations that could make it easier for you to reach your destination.

What is the most cost-effective way to get from Atlanta to Lake Charles?

You can save a lot of money on your trip from Atlanta to Lake Charles by choosing to travel by bus. The lowest price for the bus on this route is $91.

How much are the bus tickets from Atlanta to Lake Charles?

You can expect to pay around $94 for a bus ticket. In the last 30 days, the prices ranged from $91 to $130, so it's good to do your research before booking.

Atlanta (GA) to Lake Charles Bus Tickets

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	Average Price	Average Duration	CO₂ emissions
Bus	Average Price$91 - $130	Average Duration20h 35m	CO₂ emissions 23kg CO₂e5 out of 5 stars	CheapestFastestMost eco-friendly
Train	Average Price$103 - $127	Average Duration1d 5h	CO₂ emissions 84kg CO₂e1 out of 5 stars

Busbud recommends taking the bus from Atlanta to Lake Charles

Among the sustainable travel choices, the bus stands out as the good way to reach Lake Charles. The journey takes about 20 hours 35 minutes and with fares starting at just $91, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

3bus per day

20h 35mAverage Duration

$91Cheapest ticket

23kgCO₂ emissions

Bus Atlanta to Lake Charles: Trip Overview

Average ticket price$94

Average bus trip duration20h 35m

Number of daily buses3

Earliest bus departure12:20am

Distance569 miles (917 km)

Latest bus departure10:00pm

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Greyhound

3.5/587,023 reviews

Staff3.6

Timeliness2.8

Cleanliness3.3

Wifi2.3

Greyhound Lines offers the most comprehensive intercity bus services in the United States. They operate a modern, environmentally friendly fleet that serves more than 2400 destinations and carries nearly 16 million passengers annually. When traveling with them, you can expect free WiFi, onboard entertainment, bathrooms, power outlets and decent legroom. One of the great perks of Greyhound is that they connect big cities and smaller towns in the US, where you usually can't get to by train or plane. If you're looking for safe and affordable transportation, Greyhound is a great choice.

US bus companies: FlixBus, Greyhound, Tornado Bus, Los Limousines, Valley Transit, Tufesa, Wanda Coach

Atlanta to Lake Charles Bus

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Where are the popular stops in Atlanta and Lake Charles?

Stops in Atlanta

A - Doraville Tornado Bus Station

B - Atlanta Downtown Greyhound Station

C - Atlanta Airport

D - Cleveland Ave

E - Doraville El Expreso Bus Station

Stops in Lake Charles

A - Lake Charles Greyhound

B - Waffle House Lake Charles

Frequently asked questions for your trip Atlanta (GA) - Lake Charles

How can I travel from Atlanta to Lake Charles without flying?
How long does it take to get to Lake Charles from Atlanta by bus?
What is the travel distance from Atlanta to Lake Charles?
What are the departure and arrival stations when taking the bus from Atlanta to Lake Charles?
What is the most cost-effective way to get from Atlanta to Lake Charles?
How much are the bus tickets from Atlanta to Lake Charles?

About Bus Travel

Bus Travel Tips

Make friends with the driver. They usually know a lot about your destination and may even recommend which side of the bus to sit on to get the best views on the road between Atlanta and Lake Charles!

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 Atlanta to Lake Charles.

Buses have one of the smallest carbon footprints of motorized transport modes. A bus going from Atlanta to Lake Charles will emit less CO2 than a car or an airplane.

Make a music playlist for your bus ride from Atlanta to Lake Charles, and enjoy the scenery to tunes from your own personal soundtrack.

Did you know?

Did you know that 80% of the buses in North America are equipped with WiFi and power outlets ? And 60% of bus travelers have used their electronic device on board during 2014.

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.

Did you know there are on average 4,400 intercity bus departures every day in the US only? This number has been growing for 9 years in a row, yay!

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

The bus is the cheapest travel choice for this destination

Vehicle Type	Travel Time	Avg Price	Daily Departures
Vehicle TypeBus	Travel Time20h 35m	Avg Price$94	Daily Departures3
Vehicle TypeTrain	Travel Time1d 5h	Avg Price$118	Daily Departures1

Will you be returning to Atlanta by bus?

Bus from Atlanta to Lake Charles

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Train from Atlanta to Lake Charles

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