How much is the bus ticket from Birmingham to Lake Charles?

The cheapest bus tickets from Birmingham to Lake Charles start from $105. The average price for this route is around $129. Busbud recommends that you book your tickets in advance for a better chance to get the lowest possible price.

How long is the bus ride from Birmingham to Lake Charles?

The average bus trip duration from Birmingham to Lake Charles is 21h 15m, covering a distance of 438 miles (706 km). The quickest bus can get you there in 17h 55m and is operated by Greyhound .

Which bus companies service the Birmingham to Lake Charles route?

Several major train operators operate on this route with 3 trains available per day.

What is the earliest and latest departure time for the bus from Birmingham to Lake Charles?

The earliest bus departs from Birmingham to Lake Charles at 2:30pm. And the latest bus departs at 10:30pm.

What are the CO₂ emissions for the bus trip from Birmingham to Lake Charles?

A bus trip from Birmingham to Lake Charles generates an estimated 18 kg of CO₂, making it a highly eco-friendly travel option and recommended mode of travel by Busbud.

Bus Birmingham to Lake Charles from $115 | Refundable Tickets

Next bus departures

Next departures for Birmingham to Lake Charles on December 17
Operated by	Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
	Bus	2:30pm	Birmingham Greyhound Bus Station	17h 55m	8:25am	Lake Charles (City Point)	CheapestFastest
Greyhound Lines, Inc. + FlixBus	Bus	7:35pm	Birmingham Greyhound Bus Station	22h 10m	5:45pm	Lake Charles (City Point)	No tags
Greyhound Lines, Inc. + FlixBus	Bus	10:25pm	Birmingham Greyhound Bus Station	21h 20m	7:45pm	Lake Charles (City Point)	No tags

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Compare 2 ways to go from Birmingham to Lake Charles

We recommend taking the train

Among the sustainable travel choices, the train stands out as the good way to reach Lake Charles. The journey takes about 1 day, 52 minutes and with fares starting at just $77, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

1train per day

1d Average Duration

438 milesDistance

64kgCO₂ emissions

	Average Price	Average Duration	CO₂ emissions	Actions
Bus	Average Price$105 - $142	Average Duration21h 15m	CO₂ emissions 18kg CO₂e
Train	Average Price$77 - $95	Average Duration1d	CO₂ emissions 64kg CO₂e

Where are the popular stops in Birmingham and Lake Charles?

Stops in Birmingham

A
Birmingham Greyhound Bus Station
1801 Morris Ave, 35203 Birmingham, AL
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B
McDonald's - Birmingham
2427 Acton Rd, Vestavia Hills, AL 35243, USA
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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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Greyhound

3.5/587,431 reviews

Staff3.6

Timeliness2.9

Cleanliness3.3

Wifi2.4

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, BlaBlaCar Bus, ALSA, Greyhound, Intercape, Trenitalia, Big Sky

Frequently asked questions about traveling from Birmingham, US to Lake Charles by bus

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

How much is the bus ticket from Birmingham to Lake Charles?
The cheapest bus tickets from Birmingham to Lake Charles start from $105. The average price for this route is around $129. Busbud recommends that you book your tickets in advance for a better chance to get the lowest possible price.
How long is the bus ride from Birmingham to Lake Charles?
The average bus trip duration from Birmingham to Lake Charles is 21h 15m, covering a distance of 438 miles (706 km). The quickest bus can get you there in 17h 55m and is operated by Greyhound.
Which bus companies service the Birmingham to Lake Charles route?
Several major train operators operate on this route with 3 trains available per day.
What is the earliest and latest departure time for the bus from Birmingham to Lake Charles?
The earliest bus departs from Birmingham to Lake Charles at 2:30pm. And the latest bus departs at 10:30pm.
What are the CO₂ emissions for the bus trip from Birmingham to Lake Charles?
A bus trip from Birmingham to Lake Charles generates an estimated 18 kg of CO₂, making it a highly eco-friendly travel option and recommended mode of travel by Busbud.

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The cheapest trip from Birmingham, US to Lake Charles was searched and found on Dec 17, 2025 with a price of $115

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

You can expect to pay from $115 to $155 for a bus ticket from Birmingham, US to Lake Charles based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at $115 which is on 2025-12-17.