The cheapest and fastest trains from Lake Charles, LA to Houston, TX
Cheapest price
$165
Average price
$165
Fastest journey
4 h 23 m
Average duration
4 h 23 m
Trains per day
1
Distance
214 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Lake Charles, LA to Houston, TX is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Lake Charles, LA to Houston, TX will cost around $165 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only $165.
Of the 1 trains that leave Lake Charles, LA for Houston, TX on Wed, Dec 24, 1 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
On Wed, Dec 24 the direct trains cover the 214 km distance in an average of 4 h 23 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 4 h 23 m .
On Wed, Dec 24 the slowest trains will take 4 h 23 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 Lake Charles, LA to Houston, TX
Omio recommends booking the bus as it is the most popular option from Lake Charles, LA to Houston, TX among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the bus with prices starting from €22. For those with little time consider booking a flight which can get you there in 1h 4m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of €22, and a flight costs an average of €297.
Distance: 132 miles (214 km)
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| Train | Most popular Bus | Flight |
|---|---|---|
€33 Average price | €29 Average price Cheapest | €361 Average price |
4h 53m Average total duration 4h 23m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 3h 32m Average total duration 3h 2m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 4h 4m Average total duration Fastest 1h 4m Onboard + 3h 0m Additional time* |
Direct Options | Direct Options | Direct Options |
Compare prices and tickets Lake Charles, LA to Houston, TX by train, bus, or flight
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Why should you book Lake Charles to Houston trains with Omio?
Amtrak operates all train services from Lake Charles to Houston. Omio is the only official third party seller for Amtrak tickets.
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- Multiple modes of transport: Omio allows you to compare travel options including train, bus and flight to find the ideal travel option from Lake Charles to Houston.
Journey information
Overview: Train from Lake Charles, LA to Houston, TX
Trains from Lake Charles, LA to Houston, TX run on average 1 times per day, taking around 4h 23m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at $31 (€25) but you can travel from only $28 (€22) by bus.
There are 1 trains per day. The earliest train runs at 12:10, the last at 13:55. The fastest train covers the 132 miles (214 km) distance in 4h 23m.
Distance 132 miles (214 km) |
Average train duration 4h 23m |
Cheapest ticket price $31 (€25) |
Trains per day 1 |
Direct trains 1 |
Fastest train 4h 23m |
First train 12:10 |
Last train 13:55 |
Train companies: Amtrak from Lake Charles, LA to Houston, TX trainsAmtrak trains will get you between Lake Charles, LA and Houston, TX from $28 (€22). With over 1000 travel companies on Omio, you can find the best train times and tickets for your trip.
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FAQs: Trains from Lake Charles, LA to Houston, TX
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Lake Charles, LA to Houston, TX by train. 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 train, the cheapest option, or tips for making the most of your visit at Houston, TX, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

popular train stations
Popular train stations from Lake Charles, LA to Houston, TX
- 6:00 AM - 11:00 PM Monday - Sunday
- Free
- Parking is available adjacent to the station.
- Irma's Southwest Grill
- The Moonshiners Southern Table + Bar
- Outside the main entrance.
- Elevators, ramps, restrooms.
- $1
- The Lancaster Hotel
- Hotel ICON
- Magnolia Hotel Houston
- Located in the main hall
- Located in the main hall
- Free
- Hall 1: main entrance, platform 1-2 for Amtrak services
- Waiting area and ticket office located in the main hall.
- Bus: Several lines available
- METRORail: Red Line
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