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

The cheapest bus tickets from Lake Charles to Washington start from $141. The average price for this route is around $243. 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 Washington?

The average bus trip duration from Lake Charles to Washington is 1d 15h, covering a distance of 1095 miles (1765 km). The quickest bus can get you there in 1d 7h and is operated by Greyhound .

Which bus companies service the Lake Charles to Washington route?

Several major train operators operate on this route with 5 trains available per day.

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

The earliest bus departs from Lake Charles to Washington at 11:50am. And the latest bus departs at 9:10pm.

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

A bus trip from Lake Charles to Washington generates an estimated 44 kg of CO₂, making it a highly eco-friendly travel option and recommended mode of travel by Busbud.

Bus Lake Charles to Washington from $132 | Refundable Tickets

Next bus departures

Next departures for Lake Charles to Washington on December 19
Operated by	Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
	Bus	9:10pm	Lake Charles (City Point)	1d 9h	7:25am	Hyattsville New Carrollton Bus Stop	Cheapest
	Bus	9:10pm	Lake Charles (City Point)	1d 7h	5:35am	Union Station	Fastest
FlixBus + Greyhound Lines, Inc.	Bus	11:50am	Lake Charles (City Point)	1d 9h	10:20pm	Union Station	No tags
FlixBus + Greyhound Lines, Inc.	Bus	11:50am	Lake Charles (City Point)	2d 2h	3:25pm	Bethesda - 4550 Montgomery Ave	No tags
FlixBus + Greyhound Lines, Inc.	Bus	11:50am	Lake Charles (City Point)	2d 3h	4:20pm	Arlington (Rosslyn), 1001 Wilson Blvd.	No tags

Next departures for Lake Charles to Washington on December 20
Operated by	Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
	Bus	9:10pm	Lake Charles (City Point)	1d 9h	7:25am	Hyattsville New Carrollton Bus Stop	Cheapest
	Bus	9:10pm	Lake Charles (City Point)	1d 7h	5:35am	Union Station	Fastest
FlixBus + Greyhound Lines, Inc.	Bus	10:10am	Lake Charles (City Point)	1d 11h	10:20pm	Union Station	No tags
FlixBus + Greyhound Lines, Inc.	Bus	10:10am	Lake Charles (City Point)	1d 13h	12:50am	Hyattsville New Carrollton Bus Stop	No tags

Next departures for Lake Charles to Washington on December 21
Operated by	Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
	Bus	9:10pm	Lake Charles (City Point)	1d 9h	7:25am	Hyattsville New Carrollton Bus Stop	Cheapest
	Bus	9:10pm	Lake Charles (City Point)	1d 7h	5:35am	Union Station	Fastest
FlixBus + Greyhound Lines, Inc.	Bus	11:50am	Lake Charles (City Point)	1d 9h	10:20pm	Union Station	No tags
FlixBus + Greyhound Lines, Inc.	Bus	11:50am	Lake Charles (City Point)	2d 2h	3:25pm	Bethesda - 4550 Montgomery Ave	No tags
FlixBus + Greyhound Lines, Inc.	Bus	11:50am	Lake Charles (City Point)	2d 3h	4:20pm	Arlington (Rosslyn), 1001 Wilson Blvd.	No tags

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Compare 2 ways to go from Lake Charles to Washington

We recommend taking the bus

Among the sustainable travel choices, the bus stands out as the good way to reach Washington. The journey takes about 1 day, 15 hours 45 minutes and with fares starting at just $141, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

5bus per day

1d 15hAverage Duration

1095 milesDistance

44kgCO₂ emissions

	Average Price	Average Duration	CO₂ emissions	Actions
Bus	Average Price$141 - $295	Average Duration1d 15h	CO₂ emissions 44kg CO₂e
Train	Average Price$294 - $294	Average Duration1d 21h	CO₂ emissions 161kg CO₂e

Where are the popular stops in Lake Charles and Washington?

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 Washington

A
Union Station
6 Union Station Dr NE, Washington, DC 20002, USA
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B
Dupont Circle
1500 20th St NW, Washington, DC 20036, USA
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C
Metro Center Station
663 11th St NW, Washington, D.C., DC 20004, USA
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D
L’Enfant Plaza
In front of McDonald's, 400 C St SW, Washington, DC 20024, USA
E
10th Street NW
Charter bus loading zone in front of Madame Tussaud's, 610 10th St NW, Washington, DC 20001, USA
F
Foggy Bottom
1905 G St NW, Washington, DC 20431, USA

Compare bus companies

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.

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Frequently asked questions about traveling from Lake Charles to Washington, DC, 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 Washington?
The cheapest bus tickets from Lake Charles to Washington start from $141. The average price for this route is around $243. 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 Washington?
The average bus trip duration from Lake Charles to Washington is 1d 15h, covering a distance of 1095 miles (1765 km). The quickest bus can get you there in 1d 7h and is operated by Greyhound.
Which bus companies service the Lake Charles to Washington route?
Several major train operators operate on this route with 5 trains available per day.
What is the earliest and latest departure time for the bus from Lake Charles to Washington?
The earliest bus departs from Lake Charles to Washington at 11:50am. And the latest bus departs at 9:10pm.
What are the CO₂ emissions for the bus trip from Lake Charles to Washington?
A bus trip from Lake Charles to Washington generates an estimated 44 kg of CO₂, making it a highly eco-friendly travel option and recommended mode of travel by Busbud.

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$136

The cheapest trip from Lake Charles to Washington, DC, US was searched and found on Dec 19, 2025 with a price of $136

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 Washington, DC, US, as early as possible.

You can expect to pay from $136 to $157 for a bus ticket from Lake Charles to Washington, DC, US based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at $136 which is on 2025-12-19.