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

The cheapest train tickets from Washington to Lake Charles start from $245. The average price for this train route is around $245. 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 Washington to Lake Charles?

The average train ride duration from Washington to Lake Charles is 1d 20h, covering a distance of 1095 miles (1766 km). The quickest train can get you there in 1d 20h and is operated by Amtrak .

Which train operators service the Washington 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 Washington to Lake Charles?

The earliest train departs from Washington to Lake Charles at 6:30pm. And the latest train departs at 6:30pm.

Train Washington to Lake Charles from $1,355 | Refundable Tickets

Next train departures

Next departures for Washington to Lake Charles on December 18
Operated by	Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended	Price and booking link
	Train	6:30pm	Union Station	1d 20h	1:55pm	Lake Charles, LA	CheapestFastest

Last refresh of the prices: Last Saturday at 11:34 PM EST.

Compare 2 ways to go from Washington 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, 19 hours 25 minutes and with fares starting at just $190, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

7bus per day

1d 19hAverage Duration

1103 milesDistance

44kgCO₂ emissions

	Average Price	Average Duration	CO₂ emissions	Actions
Bus	Average Price$190 - $344	Average Duration1d 19h	CO₂ emissions 44kg CO₂e
Train	Average Price$245 - $245	Average Duration1d 20h	CO₂ emissions 161kg 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 $245

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

Frequently asked questions about traveling from Washington, DC, 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 Washington to Lake Charles?
The cheapest train tickets from Washington to Lake Charles start from $245. The average price for this train route is around $245. 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 Washington to Lake Charles?
The average train ride duration from Washington to Lake Charles is 1d 20h, covering a distance of 1095 miles (1766 km). The quickest train can get you there in 1d 20h and is operated by Amtrak.
Which train operators service the Washington 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 Washington to Lake Charles?
The earliest train departs from Washington to Lake Charles at 6:30pm. And the latest train departs at 6:30pm.

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The cheapest trip from Washington, DC, US to Lake Charles was searched and found on Dec 18, 2025 with a price of $1,355

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

You can expect to pay from $1,355 to $1,355 for a train ticket from Washington, DC, US to Lake Charles based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at $1,355 which is on 2025-12-18.