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| Operated by | Vehicle type | Departure time | Departure location | Trip duration | Arrival time | Arrival location | Recommended | Price and booking link |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
 | Bus | New Orleans Bus Station | Lake Charles (City Point) | CheapestFastest | ||||
| Bus | New Orleans Bus Station | Lake Charles (City Point) | No tags | ||||
| Bus | New Orleans Bus Station | Lake Charles (City Point) | No tags |
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Compare 2 ways to go from New Orleans to Lake Charles
Among the sustainable travel choices, the bus stands out as the good way to reach Lake Charles. The journey takes about 3 hours 25 minutes and with fares starting at just $36, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.
Where are the popular stops in New Orleans and Lake Charles?
Stops in Lake Charles
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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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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.
Frequently asked questions about traveling from New Orleans to Lake Charles by bus
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Price is for a one-way ticket for one passenger and based on past searches.
The cheapest trip from New Orleans to Lake Charles was searched and found on Dec 1, 2025 with a price of $37To save money and be sure you have the best seat, it's a good idea to buy your bus tickets from New Orleans to Lake Charles, as early as possible.
You can expect to pay from $37 to $83 for a bus ticket from New Orleans to Lake Charles based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at $37 which is on 2025-12-01.
What's the cheapest way to go from New Orleans to Lake Charles?
The bus is the cheapest travel choice for this destinationTop traveled bus routes
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