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| Operated by | Vehicle type | Departure time | Departure location | Trip duration | Arrival time | Arrival location | Recommended | Price and booking link |
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Greyhound Lines, Inc. + FlixBus | Bus | Charlotte Bus Station | Lake Charles (City Point) | Cheapest | ||||
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Greyhound Lines, Inc. + FlixBus | Bus | Charlotte Bus Station | Lake Charles (City Point) | No tags | ||||
FlixBus + Greyhound Lines, Inc. | Bus | Charlotte (Freedom Dr) | Lake Charles (City Point) | No tags | ||||
FlixBus + Greyhound Lines, Inc. | Bus | Charlotte (Freedom Dr) | Lake Charles (City Point) | No tags |
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Compare 2 ways to travel from Charlotte to Lake Charles
Among the sustainable travel choices, the bus stands out as a good way to reach Lake Charles. The journey takes about 1 day, 2 hours 30 minutes and with fares starting at just £104, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.
Where are the popular stops in Charlotte and Lake Charles?
Stops in Charlotte
- A
Tornado & El Expreso Bus Company
4705 N. Tryon S, Charlotte, NC, USA - C
Charlotte Greyhound Bus Station
601 W Trade St , Charlotte, NC 28202 - D
Agencia El Salvador Bus Stop
4335 N Tryon St, Charlotte, NC 28213 - E
4127 Glenwood Dr
4127 Glenwood Dr, Charlotte, NC 28208 (Exxon Gas Station)
Stops in Lake Charles
- A
Lake Charles Greyhound
1825 I-10, Lake Charles, LA 70601, USA - B
Waffle House Lake Charles
804 N Lakeshore Dr, Lake Charles, LA 70601, USA
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Based on 87486 reviews, the company was rated 3.5 stars on Busbud. Travellers were especially satisfied with the ticket access and the temperature but often complained with the Wi-Fi. Greyhound ticket prices on this trip start at £110
Frequently asked questions about travelling by bus from Charlotte, NC to Lake Charles
Please note that timetables, routes, or operator details shown here may be updated or vary at the time of your journey.
How much is the bus ticket from Charlotte to Lake Charles?
The cheapest coach tickets from Charlotte to Lake Charles start from £104. The average price for this route is around £156. Busbud recommends that you book your tickets in advance for a better chance to get the lowest possible price.
How long is the bus journey from Charlotte to Lake Charles?
The average bus journey time from Charlotte to Lake Charles is 1d 2h, covering a distance of 795 miles. The fastest bus can take you there in 20h 35m and is operated by Greyhound.
Which bus companies service the Charlotte to Lake Charles route?
Several major bus companies operate on this route with 5 buses available per day.
What is the earliest and latest departure time for the bus from Charlotte to Lake Charles?
The earliest bus departs from Charlotte to Lake Charles at 06:55. And the latest bus departs at 22:30.
What are the CO₂ emissions for the bus trip from Charlotte to Lake Charles?
A bus journey from Charlotte to Lake Charles produces an estimated 32 kg of CO₂, making it a highly eco-friendly choice and a mode of travel recommended by Busbud.
Find cheapest prices for buses
Price is for a one-way ticket for one passenger and based on past searches.
The cheapest trip from Charlotte, NC to Lake Charles was searched and found on 6 Jan 2026 with a price of £144To save money and be sure you have the best seat, it's a good idea to buy your bus tickets from Charlotte, NC to Lake Charles as early as possible.
You can expect to pay from £144 to £205 for a bus ticket from Charlotte, NC to Lake Charles based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at £144, which is on 2026-01-11.
What's the cheapest way to go from Charlotte, NC to Lake Charles?
The Bus is the cheapest travel choice for this destination
