What is the travel distance from Lake Charles to New Orleans?

About 189 miles (305 km) separate Lake Charles and New Orleans.

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

The majority of buses traveling from Lake Charles to New Orleans start their journey at Lake Charles Greyhound and wind up at Union Passenger Terminal. These are the main pick-up and drop-off locations on this route, but you can find others that could fit better into your travel plans.

What are the best sights and things to do in New Orleans?

Once in New Orleans, you can start exploring the city and discover its surroundings. The top sights and things to do are Jean Lafitte National Historical Park And Preserve, Louisiana Children's Museum, New Orleans School of Cooking, Canal Street and The Cabildo.

Bus Lake Charles to New Orleans from $30 | Refundable Tickets

Next bus departures

Next departures for Lake Charles to New Orleans on November 23
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Bus	11:50am	Lake Charles (City Point)	3h 30m	3:20pm	New Orleans Bus Station	Cheapest
Bus	10:10am	Lake Charles (City Point)	3h 20m	1:30pm	New Orleans Bus Station	Fastest
Bus	7:45pm	Lake Charles (City Point)	3h 20m	11:05pm	New Orleans Bus Station	No tags

Last refresh of the prices: Last Sunday at 6:27 PM CST.

Compare 2 ways to go from Lake Charles to New Orleans

We recommend taking the bus

Among the sustainable travel choices, the bus stands out as the good way to reach New Orleans. The journey takes about 3 hours 20 minutes and with fares starting at just $36, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

2bus per day

3h 20mAverage Duration

188 milesDistance

8kgCO₂ emissions

	Average Price	Average Duration	CO₂ emissions	Actions
Bus	Average Price$36 - $70	Average Duration3h 20m	CO₂ emissions 8kg CO₂e
Train	Average Price$40 - $57	Average Duration6h 11m	CO₂ emissions 28kg CO₂e

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FlixBus

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Staff4.2

Timeliness3.9

Cleanliness4.1

Wifi2.7

Flixbus is a European bus operator that offers intercity and bus travel in over 38 countries. Known for their easy-to-spot lime green buses and for offering affordable transportation between cities in Europe and the Americas, Flixbus is a good option for those looking for an affordable, reliable bus company. In their buses, you'll find free WiFi, bathrooms, and power outlets. You can also pay extra to choose your seat and get extra legroom, or even buy a snack or drink onboard directly from the driver. You can reschedule your ticket for a small fee, which varies from $1 to $5, depending on how close you are to the departure date.

US bus companies: FlixBus, BlaBlaCar Bus, ALSA, Greyhound, Intercape, Trenitalia, Sindbad

Where are the popular stops in Lake Charles and New Orleans?

Stops in Lake Charles

A - Lake Charles Greyhound

B - Waffle House Lake Charles

Stops in New Orleans

A - Union Passenger Terminal

Frequently asked questions about traveling from Lake Charles to New Orleans by bus

What is the travel distance from Lake Charles to New Orleans?
What are the departure and arrival stations when taking the bus from Lake Charles to New Orleans?
What are the best sights and things to do in New Orleans?

Find cheapest prices for buses

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

Best price found

11/17

$30

11/18

$34

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11/20

$30

11/21

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11/22

$38

11/23

$41

11/24

$39

The cheapest trip from Lake Charles to New Orleans was searched and found on Nov 17, 2025 with a price of $30

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 New Orleans, as early as possible.

You can expect to pay from $30 to $43 for a bus ticket from Lake Charles to New Orleans based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at $30 which is on 2025-11-20.