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

The cheapest train tickets from Lake Charles to Charlotte start from $183. The average price for this train route is around $213. 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 Lake Charles to Charlotte?

The average train ride duration from Lake Charles to Charlotte is 1d 12h, covering a distance of 797 miles (1285 km). The quickest train can get you there in 1d 12h and is operated by Amtrak .

Which train operators service the Lake Charles to Charlotte 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 Lake Charles to Charlotte?

The earliest train departs from Lake Charles to Charlotte at 3:29pm. And the latest train departs at 3:29pm.

Train Lake Charles to Charlotte from $328 | Refundable Tickets

Next train departures

Next departures for Lake Charles to Charlotte on December 21
Operated by	Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended	Price and booking link
	Train	3:29pm	Lake Charles, LA	1d 12h	5:06am	Amtrak Station	CheapestFastest
	Train	3:29pm	Lake Charles, LA	1d 12h	5:06am	Amtrak Station	No tags

Last refresh of the prices: Today at 12:21 AM CST.

Compare 2 ways to go from Lake Charles to Charlotte

We recommend taking the bus

Among the sustainable travel choices, the bus stands out as the good way to reach Charlotte. The journey takes about 1 day and with fares starting at just $142, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

3bus per day

1d Average Duration

793 milesDistance

32kgCO₂ emissions

	Average Price	Average Duration	CO₂ emissions	Actions
Bus	Average Price$142 - $294	Average Duration1d	CO₂ emissions 32kg CO₂e
Train	Average Price$183 - $369	Average Duration1d 12h	CO₂ emissions 117kg CO₂e

Train Companies

Amtrak

4/55,650 reviews

Staff4.7

Timeliness3.8

Cleanliness4.6

Wifi3.6

Based on 5650 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 $183

Train and bus companies in US:Amtrak, Trenitalia, Renfe, VIA Rail Canada, Amtrak Acela, NS Nederlandse Spoorwegen, Iryo

Frequently asked questions about traveling from Lake Charles to Charlotte, NC 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 Lake Charles to Charlotte?
The cheapest train tickets from Lake Charles to Charlotte start from $183. The average price for this train route is around $213. 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 Lake Charles to Charlotte?
The average train ride duration from Lake Charles to Charlotte is 1d 12h, covering a distance of 797 miles (1285 km). The quickest train can get you there in 1d 12h and is operated by Amtrak.
Which train operators service the Lake Charles to Charlotte 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 Lake Charles to Charlotte?
The earliest train departs from Lake Charles to Charlotte at 3:29pm. And the latest train departs at 3:29pm.

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$328

The cheapest trip from Lake Charles to Charlotte, NC was searched and found on Dec 21, 2025 with a price of $328

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

You can expect to pay from $328 to $961 for a train ticket from Lake Charles to Charlotte, NC based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at $328 which is on 2025-12-21.