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4.6The cheapest and fastest buses from Houston, TX to Lake Charles, LA
Cheapest price
$29
Average price
$29
Fastest journey
2 h 20 m
Average duration
2 h 30 m
Buses per day
2
Distance
214 km
The best way to find a cheap bus ticket from Houston, TX to Lake Charles, LA is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Houston, TX to Lake Charles, LA will cost around $29 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only $29.
Of the 2 buses that leave Houston, TX for Lake Charles, LA on Tue, Dec 16, 2 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
On Tue, Dec 16 the direct buses cover the 214 km distance in an average of 2 h 30 m but if you time it right, some buses will get you there in just 2 h 20 m .
On Tue, Dec 16 the slowest buses will take 2 h 40 m and usually involve a change or two along the way, but you might be able to save a few pennies if you’re on a budget.
Travel Information
Compare train, bus, and flight for Houston, TX to Lake Charles, LA
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Houston, TX to Lake Charles, LA among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the bus with prices starting from €18. For those with little time consider booking a flight which can get you there in 51m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of €18, and a flight costs an average of €238.
Distance: 132 miles (214 km)
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| Bus | Most popular Train | Flight |
|---|---|---|
€28 Average price Cheapest | €35 Average price | €367 Average price |
3h 16m Average total duration 2h 46m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 3h 49m Average total duration 3h 19m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 3h 51m Average total duration Fastest 51m Onboard + 3h 0m Additional time* |
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Houston, TX to Lake Charles, LA Bus Timetables
| Operator | Departure Time | Arrival Time | Duration | Departure days | Cheapest price |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 07:00AM | Arrival Time 09:50AM | Duration 2h50 | Departure days Fri, Sun | Cheapest price $46 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 07:20AM | Arrival Time 09:50AM | Duration 2h30 | Departure days Fri, Sun | Cheapest price $46 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 08:40AM | Arrival Time 11:30AM | Duration 2h50 | Departure days Fri, Sun | Cheapest price $48 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 09:00AM | Arrival Time 11:30AM | Duration 2h30 | Departure days Fri, Sun | Cheapest price $48 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 05:05PM | Arrival Time 07:30PM | Duration 2h25 | Departure days Fri, Sun | Cheapest price $48 |
Operator Greyhound | Departure Time 06:35PM | Arrival Time 09:05PM | Duration 2h30 | Departure days Fri, Sun | Cheapest price $46 |
Live departures
Houston, TX to Lake Charles, LA bus times
The table below shows live departures for Houston, TX to Lake Charles, LA buses for today, Monday, December 15. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated bus journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 10:05 PM Houston, TX | 2h25 | 12:30 AM Lake Charles, LA | 0 transfersDirect | |
| Tuesday, December 16 | |||||
| 1:40 PM Houston, TX | 2h40 | 4:20 PM Lake Charles, LA | 0 transfersDirect | |
| 2:35 PM Houston, TX | 2h20 | 4:55 PM Lake Charles, LA | 0 transfersDirect | |
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Journey information
Overview: Bus from Houston, TX to Lake Charles, LA
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Buses from Houston, TX to Lake Charles, LA run on average 6 times per day, taking around 2h 46m. Cheap bus tickets for this journey start at $23 (€18) if you book in advance.
There are 6 buses per day. The earliest bus runs at 02:35, the last at 23:45. The fastest bus covers the 132 miles (214 km) distance in 2h 20m.
Distance 132 miles (214 km) |
Average bus duration 2h 46m |
Cheapest ticket price $23 (€18) |
Buses per day 6 |
Direct buses 6 |
Fastest bus 2h 20m |
First bus 02:35 |
Last bus 23:45 |
Bus providers: FlixBus, Greyhound from Houston, TX to Lake Charles, LAYou can travel by bus between Houston, TX to Lake Charles, LA with FlixBus, Greyhound for as low as $23 (€18). When you search for schedules and tickets, Omio will show you the best journey
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FAQs: Bus from Houston, TX to Lake Charles, LA
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Houston, TX to Lake Charles, LA by bus. From journey times and ticket prices to direct connections, first and last departures, and even whether the route is scenic, our FAQs cover everything you need to plan your trip. Whether you’re looking for the fastest bus, the cheapest option, or tips for making the most of your visit at Lake Charles, LA, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.
- FlixBus
- Assistance
- Priority boarding
- Wheelchair-accessible buses.
- Greyhound
- Assistance
- Priority seating
- Wheelchair-accessible buses.
- FlixBus
- You can cancel your ticket up to 15 minutes before departure and receive a voucher for future travel. Refund requests for delays over 120 minutes are possible.
- Greyhound
- You can cancel your ticket for a refund or exchange up to 24 hours before departure, for a cancellation fee applied.
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- FlixBus
- One carry-on bag up to 7kg (42x30x18 cm) and one checked bag up to 20kg (80x50x30 cm).
- Greyhound
- One carry-on bag up to 25 lbs (11 kg) and one checked bag up to 50 lbs (23 kg).
- FlixBus
- Additional luggage can be purchased for a fee.
- Greyhound
- $15 per additional bag.
- FlixBus
- Small pets in carriers allowed
- Guide dogs travel for free.
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