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| Operated by | Vehicle type | Departure time | Departure location | Trip duration | Arrival time | Arrival location | Recommended | Price and booking link |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
FlixBus + Greyhound Lines, Inc. | Bus | Los Angeles Union Station | Lake Charles (City Point) | CheapestFastest | ||||
FlixBus + Greyhound Lines, Inc. | Bus | Downtown LA (Flixbus Lot) | Lake Charles (City Point) | No tags | ||||
 | Bus | Lankershim/Magnolia - North Hollywood | Lake Charles (City Point) | No tags |
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Compare 2 ways to go from Los Angeles to Lake Charles
Among the sustainable travel choices, the Train stands out as the good way to reach Lake Charles. The journey takes about 1 day, 21 hours 3 minutes and with fares starting at just $175, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.
Where are the popular stops in Los Angeles and Lake Charles?
Stops in Los Angeles
- A571-581 Gayley Ave, Los Angeles, CA 90024, USA
- B
Ramirez Street bus stop
530 Ramirez St, Los Angeles, CA 90012, USA - C613 Maple Ave, Los Angeles, CA 90014, USA
- 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
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 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.
Frequently asked questions about traveling from Los Angeles, 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 Los Angeles to Lake Charles?
The cheapest bus tickets from Los Angeles to Lake Charles start from $173. The average price for this route is around $296. 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 Los Angeles to Lake Charles?
The average bus trip duration from Los Angeles to Lake Charles is 1d 20h, covering a distance of 1490 miles (2403 km). The quickest bus can get you there in 1d 23h and is operated by Greyhound.
Which bus companies service the Los Angeles to Lake Charles 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 Los Angeles to Lake Charles?
The earliest bus departs from Los Angeles to Lake Charles at 6:45am. And the latest bus departs at 11:30pm.
What are the CO₂ emissions for the bus trip from Los Angeles to Lake Charles?
A bus trip from Los Angeles to Lake Charles generates an estimated 60 kg of CO₂, making it a highly eco-friendly travel option and recommended mode of travel by Busbud.
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Price is for a one-way ticket for one passenger and based on past searches.
The cheapest trip from Los Angeles, US to Lake Charles was searched and found on Jan 23, 2026 with a price of $220To save money and be sure you have the best seat, it's a good idea to buy your bus tickets from Los Angeles, US to Lake Charles, as early as possible.
You can expect to pay from $220 to $255 for a bus ticket from Los Angeles, US to Lake Charles based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at $220 which is on 2026-01-25.
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