Bus from Dallas, TX to Lake Charles: Tickets & Schedules

Next bus departures

Next departures for Dallas to Lake Charles on January 19
Operated byVehicle typeDeparture timeDeparture locationTrip durationArrival timeArrival locationRecommendedPrice and booking link
Greyhound Lines, Inc.Bus
Dallas Bus Station
Lake Charles (City Point)CheapestFastest
FlixBusBus
Dallas Bus Station
Lake Charles (City Point)No tags
Greyhound Lines, Inc.Bus
Dallas Bus Station
Lake Charles (City Point)No tags
FlixBusBus
Downtown Dallas / Deep Ellum
Lake Charles (City Point)No tags

Last refresh of the prices: Last Friday at 5:39 PM CST.

Compare 2 ways to go from Dallas to Lake Charles

We recommend taking the bus

Among the sustainable travel choices, the Bus stands out as a good way to reach Lake Charles. The journey takes about 11 hours 45 minutes, and with fares starting at just $92, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

4bus per day
11h 45mAverage Duration
455 kmDistance
11kgCO₂ emissions
Average Price$92 - $200Average Duration11h 45m
11kg CO₂e
Average Price$117 - $845Average Duration1d 3h
40kg CO₂e

Frequently asked questions about travelling from Dallas, TX to Lake Charles by bus

Please note that schedules, routes, or operator details shown here may be updated or vary at the time of your trip.

  1. How much is the bus ticket from Dallas to Lake Charles?

    The cheapest bus tickets from Dallas to Lake Charles start from $92. The average price for this route is around $133. Busbud recommends that you book your tickets in advance for a better chance to get the lowest possible price.

  2. How long is the bus ride from Dallas to Lake Charles?

    The average bus travel time from Dallas to Lake Charles is 11h 45m, covering a distance of 455 km. The quickest bus can get you there in 7h 35m and is operated by FlixBus.

  3. Which bus companies service the Dallas to Lake Charles route?

    Several major bus companies operate on this route with 4 buses available per day, including services from Greyhound, FlixBus, Valley Transit.

  4. What are the earliest and latest departure times for the bus from Dallas to Lake Charles?

    The earliest bus departs from Dallas to Lake Charles at 7:10am. And the latest bus departs at 8:00pm.

  5. What are the CO₂ emissions for the bus trip from Dallas to Lake Charles?

    A bus trip from Dallas to Lake Charles generates an estimated 11 kg of CO₂, making it a highly eco-friendly travel option and a mode of travel recommended by Busbud.

  6. What is the best bus company from Dallas to Lake Charles?

    According to Busbud customers, the highest-rated bus company on this route is Greyhound, with an average rating of 3.5 out of 5 stars based on 87500 reviews.

  7. Which bus company has the best Wi-Fi from Dallas to Lake Charles?

    Based on Busbud reviews, the bus company Valley Transit has the highest Wi-Fi rating with a score of 2.8.

  8. Which bus company has the best on-time performance from Dallas to Lake Charles?

    According to Busbud traveller reviews, the most punctual bus company on this route is FlixBus, with a punctuality rating of 3.9 out of 5 stars.

  9. Which bus company has the cleanest buses from Dallas to Lake Charles?

    According to Busbud traveller reviews, the bus company with the cleanest buses on this route is FlixBus, with a cleanliness rating of 4.1 out of 5 stars.

Find cheapest prices for buses

Price is for a one-way ticket for one passenger and based on past searches.

Best price found
01-16
$168
01-17
$150
Today
$114
01-19
$112
01-20
No data
01-21
No data
01-22
$95
01-23
No data
busbud logoThe cheapest trip from Dallas, TX to Lake Charles was searched and found on Jan 22, 2026 with a price of $95

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

You can expect to pay from $95 to $168 for a bus ticket from Dallas, TX to Lake Charles based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at $95 which is on 2026-01-22.

What's the cheapest way to go from Dallas, TX to Lake Charles?

busbud logoThe Bus is the cheapest travel choice for this destination

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