Bus from New York City to Lake Charles: Tickets & Schedules

Next bus departures

Next departures for New York City to Lake Charles on December 12
Operated byVehicle typeDeparture timeDeparture locationTrip durationArrival timeArrival locationRecommendedPrice and booking link
FlixBus + Greyhound Lines, Inc.
Bus
NYC Chinatown Lucky Star
Lake Charles (City Point)Cheapest
Greyhound Lines, Inc.Bus
New York Port Authority
Lake Charles (City Point)Fastest
FlixBus + Greyhound Lines, Inc.
Bus
NYC Midtown (31st St & 8th Ave)
Lake Charles (City Point)No tags
FlixBus + Greyhound Lines, Inc.
Bus
NYC Midtown (31st St & 8th Ave)
Lake Charles (City Point)No tags
FlixBus + Greyhound Lines, Inc.
Bus
Queens Jamaica (44th Pl/Archer Ave)
Lake Charles (City Point)No tags

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Compare 2 ways to go from New York City to Lake Charles

We recommend taking the bus

Among the sustainable travel choices, the bus stands out as the good way to reach Lake Charles. The journey takes about 1 day, 16 hours 55 minutes and with fares starting at just $206, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

13bus per day
1d 16hAverage Duration
1296 milesDistance
52kgCO₂ emissions
Average Price$206 - $456Average Duration1d 16h
52kg CO₂e
Average Price$290 - $493Average Duration2d
190kg CO₂e

Frequently asked questions about traveling from New York City 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.

  1. How much is the bus ticket from New York City to Lake Charles?

    The cheapest bus tickets from New York City to Lake Charles start from $206. The average price for this route is around $240. Busbud recommends that you book your tickets in advance for a better chance to get the lowest possible price.

  2. How long is the bus ride from New York City to Lake Charles?

    The average bus trip duration from New York City to Lake Charles is 1d 16h, covering a distance of 1296 miles (2090 km). The quickest bus can get you there in 1d 10h and is operated by Greyhound.

  3. Which bus companies service the New York City to Lake Charles route?

    Several major train operators operate on this route with 13 trains available per day.

  4. What is the earliest and latest departure time for the bus from New York City to Lake Charles?

    The earliest bus departs from New York City to Lake Charles at 1:05am. And the latest bus departs at 11:45pm.

  5. What are the CO₂ emissions for the bus trip from New York City to Lake Charles?

    A bus trip from New York City to Lake Charles generates an estimated 52 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.

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12/10
$253
12/11
$237
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$270
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