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4.6The cheapest and fastest buses from San Antonio, TX to Lake Charles, LA
Cheapest price on Aug 30
€53
Average ticket price on Aug 30
€53
Fastest journey on Aug 30
7 h 35 m
Average journey duration on Aug 30
9 h 27 m
Buses on Aug 30
3
Distance
518 km
The best way to find a cheap bus ticket from San Antonio, 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 San Antonio, TX to Lake Charles, LA will cost around €53 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only €53.
It's difficult to get from San Antonio, TX to Lake Charles, LA without transferring at least once.
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FlixBus · FlixBus12:35 PM7h35San Antonio, N St Mary's St (Greyhound), TX8:10 PMLake Charles, S Martin Luther King Hwy (Lennys Grill & Subs), LA€531One-way2 transfers- · · 7:15 PM13h10San Antonio, N St Mary's St (Greyhound), TX8:25 AMLake Charles, S Martin Luther King Hwy (Lennys Grill & Subs), LA€531One-way2 transfers
- · 1:30 PM7h35San Antonio, N St Mary's St (Greyhound), TX9:05 PMLake Charles, S Martin Luther King Hwy (Lennys Grill & Subs), LA€531One-way1 transfer
- · 1:30 PM7h35San Antonio, N St Mary's St (Greyhound), TX9:05 PMLake Charles, S Martin Luther King Hwy (Lennys Grill & Subs), LA€531One-way1 transfer
- +FlixBus · FlixBus12:35 PM7h35San Antonio, N St Mary's St (Greyhound), TX8:10 PMLake Charles, S Martin Luther King Hwy (Lennys Grill & Subs), LA€531One-way2 transfers
- · · 7:15 PM13h10San Antonio, N St Mary's St (Greyhound), TX8:25 AMLake Charles, S Martin Luther King Hwy (Lennys Grill & Subs), LA€531One-way2 transfers
Travel Information
Compare train, bus, and flight for San Antonio, TX to Lake Charles, LA
Omio recommends booking the flight as it is the most popular option from San Antonio, TX to Lake Charles, LA among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price, take the train, with an average ticket price of €60 For those with little time, consider booking a flight, which has an average total journey time of 5h 2m. Average ticket prices depend on the travel mode: a train costs an average of €60, while a flight costs an average of €663.
Distance: 321 miles (518 km)
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| Bus | Most popular Flight | Train | Driving |
|---|---|---|---|
€80 Average price | €663 Average price | €60 Average price Cheapest | €58 Average price (fuel + tolls) |
9h 2m Average total duration 8h 32m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 5h 2m Average total duration Fastest 3h 2m Onboard + 2h 0m Additional time* | 9h 34m Average total duration 9h 4m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 4h 56m Average total duration (door-to-door) |
Most popular bus company |  Most popular airline |  Most popular train company | Your own car or car rental |
Direct Options | Direct Options | Direct Options | Direct Options |
This is compared to other travel options from San Antonio, TX to Lake Charles, LA:
A train is €20 less than a bus for this route with tickets for a bus from San Antonio, TX to Lake Charles, LA costing on average €80.
A train is €603 less than a flight for this route with tickets for a flight from San Antonio, TX to Lake Charles, LA costing on average €663.
Other travel options to Lake Charles, LA take longer:
Bus takes on average 8h 32m.
Train takes on average 9h 4m.
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Driving is still worth considering if you're travelling with bulky luggage, need flexibility on departure times, or plan to stop along the way.
San Antonio, TX to Lake Charles, LA Bus Timetables
| Operator | Departure Time | Arrival Time | Duration | Departure days | Cheapest price |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
Operator Greyhound | Departure Time 12:00AM | Arrival Time 01:25PM | Duration 13h25 | Departure days Fri | Cheapest price €113 |
Operator Greyhound | Departure Time 01:00AM | Arrival Time 02:25PM | Duration 13h25 | Departure days Wed | Cheapest price €73 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 10:00AM | Arrival Time 08:10PM | Duration 10h10 | Departure days Fri | Cheapest price €64 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 12:35PM | Arrival Time 08:10PM | Duration 7h35 | Departure days Mon, Sat, Sun | Cheapest price €49 |
Operator Greyhound USA | Departure Time 01:30PM | Arrival Time 09:05PM | Duration 7h35 | Departure days Mon, Wed, Fri, Sat, Sun | Cheapest price €48 |
Operator Greyhound | Departure Time 06:30PM | Arrival Time 02:05AM | Duration 7h35 | Departure days Tue, Thu | Cheapest price €93 |
Operator Greyhound | Departure Time 07:15PM | Arrival Time 08:25AM | Duration 13h10 | Departure days Mon, Fri, Sat, Sun | Cheapest price €49 |
Operator Greyhound | Departure Time 07:30PM | Arrival Time 03:05AM | Duration 7h35 | Departure days Tue, Thu | Cheapest price €61 |
Live departures
San Antonio, TX to Lake Charles, LA bus times
The table below shows live departures for San Antonio, TX to Lake Charles, LA buses for today, Saturday, August 29. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated bus journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
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| · | 1:30 PM San Antonio, N St Mary's St (Greyhound), TX | 7h35 | 9:05 PM Lake Charles, S Martin Luther King Hwy (Lennys Grill & Subs), LA | 1 transfer | |
| · · | 7:15 PM San Antonio, N St Mary's St (Greyhound), TX | 13h10 | 8:25 AM Lake Charles, S Martin Luther King Hwy (Lennys Grill & Subs), LA | 2 transfers | |
| Sunday, August 30 | |||||
| FlixBus · FlixBus+ | 12:35 PM San Antonio, N St Mary's St (Greyhound), TX | 7h35 | 8:10 PM Lake Charles, S Martin Luther King Hwy (Lennys Grill & Subs), LA | 2 transfers | |
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Why book with Omio vs Greyhound?
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Journey information
Overview: Bus from San Antonio, TX to Lake Charles, LA
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Buses from San Antonio, TX to Lake Charles, LA run on average 2 times per day, taking around 8h 32m. Cheap bus tickets for this journey start at €50 but you can travel from only €48 by train.
The earliest bus runs at 01:05, the last at 21:10. The fastest bus covers the 321 miles (518 km) distance in 5h 50m.
Distance 321 miles (518 km) |
Average bus duration 8h 32m |
Cheapest ticket price €50 |
Buses per day 2 |
Fastest bus 5h 50m |
First bus 1:05 AM |
Last bus 9:10 PM |
Cheapest Month Oct |
Cheapest Day Sun |
High Season Jul - Sep |
Low Season Jan - Mar |
Bus providers: Greyhound, FlixBus from San Antonio, TX to Lake Charles, LAYou can travel by bus between San Antonio, TX to Lake Charles, LA with Greyhound, FlixBus for as low as €50. When you search for schedules and tickets, Omio will show you the best journey
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FAQs: Bus from San Antonio, TX to Lake Charles, LA
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from San Antonio, 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.
- Greyhound
- Assistance
- Priority seating
- Wheelchair-accessible buses.
- FlixBus
- Assistance
- Priority boarding
- Wheelchair-accessible buses.
- Greyhound
- You can cancel your ticket for a refund or exchange up to 24 hours before departure, for a cancellation fee applied.
- 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
- One carry-on bag up to 25 lbs (11 kg) and one checked bag up to 50 lbs (23 kg).
- FlixBus
- One carry-on bag up to 7kg (42x30x18 cm) and one checked bag up to 20kg (80x50x30 cm).
- Greyhound
- $15 per additional bag.
- FlixBus
- Additional luggage can be purchased for a fee.
- FlixBus
- Small pets in carriers allowed
- guide dogs travel for free.
popular bus stations
Popular bus stations from San Antonio, TX to Lake Charles, LA
Most San Antonio, TX to Lake Charles, LA buses use the San Antonio, N St Mary's St (Greyhound) to station pair. Use this guide to compare San Antonio, TX and Lake Charles, LA bus stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like bus station facilities and services.
Which San Antonio, TX station do buses to Lake Charles, LA leave from?
Getting to San Antonio, N St Mary's St (Greyhound) from San Antonio city centre
San Antonio, N St Mary's St (Greyhound) bus station facilities and services
San Antonio, N St Mary's St (Greyhound) has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Parking, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Shower, and Ticket Office.
Wi-Fi and ATMs
Wi-Fi is available at San Antonio, N St Mary's St (Greyhound). ATMs are available at San Antonio, N St Mary's St (Greyhound).
Tickets and information
Ticket office support is available at San Antonio, N St Mary's St (Greyhound).
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at San Antonio, N St Mary's St (Greyhound): Parking, Taxis, WC.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at San Antonio, N St Mary's St (Greyhound): Limited accessibility features.
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