How much is the bus ticket from Lake Charles to Los Angeles?

The cheapest bus tickets from Lake Charles to Los Angeles start from $228. The average price for this route is around $412. 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 Lake Charles to Los Angeles?

The average bus trip duration from Lake Charles to Los Angeles is 1d 22h, covering a distance of 1481 miles (2389 km). The quickest bus can get you there in 1d 16h and is operated by Greyhound .

Which bus companies service the Lake Charles to Los Angeles route?

Several major train operators operate on this route with 6 trains available per day.

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

The earliest bus departs from Lake Charles to Los Angeles at 8:30am. And the latest bus departs at 9:10pm.

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

A bus trip from Lake Charles to Los Angeles generates an estimated 60 kg of CO₂, making it a highly eco-friendly travel option and recommended mode of travel by Busbud.

Bus Lake Charles to Los Angeles from $211 | Refundable Tickets

Next bus departures

Next departures for Lake Charles to Los Angeles on January 8
Operated by	Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Greyhound Lines, Inc. + FlixBus	Bus	9:10pm	Lake Charles (City Point)	2d 1h	8:30pm	Lankershim/Magnolia - North Hollywood	CheapestFastest
Greyhound Lines, Inc. + FlixBus	Bus	9:10pm	Lake Charles (City Point)	2d 1h	9:00pm	Los Angeles Union Station	No tags
Greyhound Lines, Inc. + FlixBus	Bus	9:10pm	Lake Charles (City Point)	2d 2h	9:10pm	Downtown LA (Flixbus Lot)	No tags

Next departures for Lake Charles to Los Angeles on January 11
Operated by	Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
FlixBus + Greyhound Lines, Inc.	Bus	10:20am	Lake Charles (City Point)	1d 20h	5:10am	Los Angeles Union Station	Cheapest
	Bus	8:30am	Lake Charles (City Point)	1d 16h	10:30pm	Los Angeles Union Station	Fastest
Greyhound Lines, Inc. + FlixBus	Bus	9:10pm	Lake Charles (City Point)	2d 1h	9:00pm	Los Angeles Union Station	No tags
FlixBus + Valley Transit + Greyhound Lines, Inc.	Bus	9:35am	Lake Charles (City Point)	2d 7h	3:00pm	Downtown LA (Flixbus Lot)	No tags
	Bus	8:30am	Lake Charles (City Point)	1d 17h	12:05am	Lankershim/Magnolia - North Hollywood	No tags

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Compare 2 ways to go from Lake Charles to Los Angeles

We recommend taking the train

Among the sustainable travel choices, the train stands out as the good way to reach Los Angeles. The journey takes about 1 day, 17 hours 40 minutes and with fares starting at just $256, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

1train per day

1d 17hAverage Duration

1481 milesDistance

217kgCO₂ emissions

	Average Price	Average Duration	CO₂ emissions	Actions
Bus	Average Price$228 - $729	Average Duration1d 22h	CO₂ emissions 60kg CO₂e
Train	Average Price$256 - $1,263	Average Duration1d 17h	CO₂ emissions 217kg CO₂e

Where are the popular stops in Lake Charles and Los Angeles?

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

Stops in Los Angeles

A
UCLA
571-581 Gayley Ave, Los Angeles, CA 90024, USA
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B
Ramirez Street bus stop
530 Ramirez St, Los Angeles, CA 90012, USA
C
613 Maple Ave
613 Maple Ave, Los Angeles, CA 90014, USA
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D
Los Angeles International Airport
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E
Downtown Westin Bonaventure
404 S Figueroa St, Los Angeles, CA 90071, USA
F
LAX Airport Holiday Inn
9901 S La Cienega Blvd, Los Angeles, CA 90045, USA

Compare bus companies

Greyhound

3.5/587,491 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, Greyhound, ALSA, Intercape, Trenitalia, Big Sky

Frequently asked questions about traveling from Lake Charles to Los Angeles, US 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 Lake Charles to Los Angeles?
The cheapest bus tickets from Lake Charles to Los Angeles start from $228. The average price for this route is around $412. 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 Lake Charles to Los Angeles?
The average bus trip duration from Lake Charles to Los Angeles is 1d 22h, covering a distance of 1481 miles (2389 km). The quickest bus can get you there in 1d 16h and is operated by Greyhound.
Which bus companies service the Lake Charles to Los Angeles route?
Several major train operators operate on this route with 6 trains available per day.
What is the earliest and latest departure time for the bus from Lake Charles to Los Angeles?
The earliest bus departs from Lake Charles to Los Angeles at 8:30am. And the latest bus departs at 9:10pm.
What are the CO₂ emissions for the bus trip from Lake Charles to Los Angeles?
A bus trip from Lake Charles to Los Angeles generates an estimated 60 kg of CO₂, making it a highly eco-friendly travel option and recommended mode of travel by Busbud.

Find cheapest prices for buses

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

Best price found

01/06

$235

01/07

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Today

$356

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01/11

$211

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The cheapest trip from Lake Charles to Los Angeles, US was searched and found on Jan 11, 2026 with a price of $211

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

You can expect to pay from $211 to $546 for a bus ticket from Lake Charles to Los Angeles, US based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at $211 which is on 2026-01-11.