How much is the train ticket from Houston to Lake Charles?

The cheapest train tickets from Houston to Lake Charles start from $30. The average price for this train route is around $36. Busbud recommends that you book your tickets in advance for a better chance to get the lowest possible price.

How long is the train journey from Houston to Lake Charles?

The average train ride duration from Houston to Lake Charles is 3h 19m, covering a distance of 133 miles (214 km). The quickest train can get you there in 3h 19m and is operated by Amtrak .

Which train operators service the Houston to Lake Charles route?

Several major train operators operate on this route with 1 trains available per day.

What is the earliest and latest departure time for the train from Houston to Lake Charles?

The earliest train departs from Houston to Lake Charles at 12:10pm. And the latest train departs at 12:10pm.

Train Houston to Lake Charles from $33 | Refundable Tickets

Next train departures

Next departures for Houston to Lake Charles on December 12
Operated by	Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended	Price and booking link
	Train	12:10pm	Amtrak Station	3h 19m	3:29pm	Lake Charles, LA	CheapestFastest
	Train	12:10pm	Amtrak Station	3h 19m	3:29pm	Lake Charles, LA	No tags

Next departures for Houston to Lake Charles on December 14
Operated by	Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended	Price and booking link
	Train	12:10pm	Amtrak Station	3h 19m	3:29pm	Lake Charles, LA	CheapestFastest
	Train	12:10pm	Amtrak Station	3h 19m	3:29pm	Lake Charles, LA	No tags

Next departures for Houston to Lake Charles on December 16
Operated by	Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended	Price and booking link
	Train	12:10pm	Amtrak Station	3h 19m	3:29pm	Lake Charles, LA	CheapestFastest
	Train	12:10pm	Amtrak Station	3h 19m	3:29pm	Lake Charles, LA	No tags

Last refresh of the prices: Last Tuesday at 9:04 PM CST.

Compare 2 ways to go from Houston 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 hours 30 minutes and with fares starting at just $26, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

5bus per day

2h 30mAverage Duration

134 milesDistance

5kgCO₂ emissions

	Average Price	Average Duration	CO₂ emissions	Actions
Bus	Average Price$26 - $55	Average Duration2h 30m	CO₂ emissions 5kg CO₂e
Train	Average Price$30 - $59	Average Duration3h 19m	CO₂ emissions 19kg CO₂e

Train Companies

Amtrak

4/55,637 reviews

Staff4.7

Timeliness3.8

Cleanliness4.6

Wifi3.6

Based on 5637 reviews, the company was rated 4.1 stars on Busbud. Travelers were especially satisfied with the seats and the ticket access but often complained with the wifi. Amtrak ticket prices on this trip start at $30

Amtrak Houston Lake Charles recent customer reviews

Comfort, cleaning, on time, cost.

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March 27, 2024

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March 5, 2022

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Frequently asked questions about traveling from Houston, US to Lake Charles by train

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 train ticket from Houston to Lake Charles?
The cheapest train tickets from Houston to Lake Charles start from $30. The average price for this train route is around $36. Busbud recommends that you book your tickets in advance for a better chance to get the lowest possible price.
How long is the train journey from Houston to Lake Charles?
The average train ride duration from Houston to Lake Charles is 3h 19m, covering a distance of 133 miles (214 km). The quickest train can get you there in 3h 19m and is operated by Amtrak.
Which train operators service the Houston to Lake Charles route?
Several major train operators operate on this route with 1 trains available per day.
What is the earliest and latest departure time for the train from Houston to Lake Charles?
The earliest train departs from Houston to Lake Charles at 12:10pm. And the latest train departs at 12:10pm.

Find cheapest prices for trains

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

Best price found

12/09

$27

12/10

No data

Today

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12/12

$33

12/13

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12/14

$33

12/15

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12/16

$33

The cheapest trip from Houston, US to Lake Charles was searched and found on Dec 9, 2025 with a price of $27

To save money and be sure you have the best seat, it's a good idea to buy your train tickets from Houston, US to Lake Charles, as early as possible.

You can expect to pay from $27 to $146 for a train ticket from Houston, US to Lake Charles based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at $33 which is on 2025-12-12.

What's the cheapest way to go from Houston, US to Lake Charles?

The train is the cheapest travel choice for this destination

Vehicle Type	Travel Time	Avg Price	Daily Departures
Vehicle TypeBus	Travel Time2h 30m	Avg Price$37	Daily Departures5
Vehicle TypeTrain	Travel Time3h 19m	Avg Price$36	Daily Departures1

The best way to travel between Houston, US and Lake Charles is by train. By choosing the train, you'll get to save some money as you travel to your destination, as ticket prices cost $36 on average. If you're on a budget, you'll find cheap tickets from $30. If you're looking for the fastest way to get to Lake Charles, choose the train, as it will take you from Houston, US to Lake Charles in about 2h 30m - that's the fastest way to get there!