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

The cheapest bus tickets from Los Angeles to Lake Charles start from $170. The average price for this route is around $237. 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 bus companies operate on this route with 5 buses 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 7:10am. 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.

Bus Los Angeles to Lake Charles from $225 | Refundable Tickets

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Next departures for Los Angeles to Lake Charles on February 8
Operated by	Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
	Bus	7:10am	Lankershim/Magnolia - North Hollywood	1d 23h	8:25am	Lake Charles (City Point)	Cheapest
FlixBus + Greyhound Lines, Inc.	Bus	9:45am	Los Angeles Union Station	1d 20h	8:25am	Lake Charles (City Point)	Fastest
FlixBus + Greyhound Lines, Inc.	Bus	9:35am	Downtown LA (Flixbus Lot)	1d 20h	8:25am	Lake Charles (City Point)	No tags

Last refresh of the prices: Last Thursday at 11:15 PM PST.

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Compare 2 ways to go from Los Angeles to Lake Charles

We recommend taking the train

Among the sustainable travel choices, the Train stands out as a good way to reach Lake Charles. The journey takes about 1 day, 15 hours 29 minutes and with fares starting at just $175, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

1train per day

1d 15hAverage Duration

1481 milesDistance

217kgCO₂ emissions

	Average Price	Average Duration	CO₂ emissions	Actions
Bus	Average Price$170 - $465	Average Duration1d 20h	CO₂ emissions 60kg CO₂e
Train	Average Price$175 - $322	Average Duration1d 15h	CO₂ emissions 217kg CO₂e

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

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

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

3.5/587,521 reviews

Staff3.6

Timeliness2.9

Cleanliness3.4

Wifi2.5

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 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 $170. The average price for this route is around $237. 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 bus companies operate on this route with 5 buses 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 7:10am. 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.

Find cheapest prices for buses

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

Best price found

02/05

$245

02/06

No data

Today

$226

02/08

$230

02/09

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02/10

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02/11

$247

02/12

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The cheapest trip from Los Angeles, US to Lake Charles was searched and found on Feb 7, 2026 with a price of $226

To 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 $226 to $247 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 $230 which is on 2026-02-08.