Bus from Oakland to Lake Charles: Tickets & Schedules

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Next departures for Oakland to Lake Charles on December 18
Operated byVehicle typeDeparture timeDeparture locationTrip durationArrival timeArrival locationRecommendedPrice and booking link
Greyhound + FlixBus
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UC Berkeley (Crescent Lawn)
Lake Charles, LA Bus StopNo tags
Greyhound + Valley Transit + FlixBus
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West Oakland BART
Lake Charles, LA Bus StopNo tags
Valley Transit + Greyhound + FlixBus
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West Oakland BART
Lake Charles, LA Bus StopNo tags
Valley Transit + FlixBus + Greyhound
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Oakland/Berkeley/East Bay
Lake Charles, LA Bus StopNo tags
Valley Transit + Greyhound + FlixBus
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Oakland/Berkeley/East Bay
Lake Charles, LA Bus StopNo tags

Compare 2 ways to go from Oakland 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 2 days, 8 hours and with fares starting at just $205, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

6bus per day
2d 8hAverage Duration
1736 milesDistance
70kgCO₂ emissions
Average Price$205 - $209Average Duration2d 8h
70kg CO₂e
Average Price$552 - $553Average Duration2d 3h
254kg CO₂e

Frequently asked questions about traveling from Oakland 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 Oakland to Lake Charles?

    The cheapest bus tickets from Oakland to Lake Charles start from $205. The average price for this route is around $207. 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 Oakland to Lake Charles?

    The average bus trip duration from Oakland to Lake Charles is 2d 8h, covering a distance of 1736 miles (2800 km). The quickest bus can get you there in 2d 3h and is operated by Greyhound.

  3. Which bus companies service the Oakland to Lake Charles route?

    Several major bus companies operate on this route with 6 buses available per day, including services from Amtrak, FlixBus, Greyhound.

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

    The earliest bus departs from Oakland to Lake Charles at 7:10am. And the latest bus departs at 11:20pm.

  5. What are the CO₂ emissions for the bus trip from Oakland to Lake Charles?

    A bus trip from Oakland to Lake Charles generates an estimated 70 kg of CO₂, making it a highly eco-friendly travel option and recommended mode of travel by Busbud.

  6. What is the best bus company from Oakland to Lake Charles?

    According to Busbud customers, the highest-rated bus company on this route is Amtrak, with an average rating of 4.1 out of 5 stars based on 5627 reviews.

  7. Which bus company has the best Wi-Fi from Oakland to Lake Charles?

    Based on reviews on Busbud, the bus company Amtrak has the best Wi-Fi rating with a score of 3.6.

  8. Which bus company has the most timely service from Oakland to Lake Charles?

    According to Busbud traveller reviews, the most timely bus company on this route is FlixBus, with a punctuality rating of 3.9 out of 5 stars.

  9. Which bus company has the cleanest buses from Oakland to Lake Charles?

    According to Busbud traveller reviews, the bus company with the cleanest buses on this route is Amtrak, with a cleanliness rating of 4.5 out of 5 stars.

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