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| Operated by | Vehicle type | Departure time | Departure location | Trip duration | Arrival time | Arrival location | Recommended | Price and booking link |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
 | Bus | Lankershim/Magnolia - North Hollywood | Lake Charles (City Point) | Cheapest | ||||
Greyhound Lines, Inc. + Valley Transit + FlixBus | Bus | Los Angeles Union Station | Lake Charles (City Point) | Fastest | ||||
FlixBus + Greyhound Lines, Inc. | Bus | Los Angeles Union Station | Lake Charles (City Point) | No tags | ||||
FlixBus + Greyhound Lines, Inc. | Bus | Downtown LA (Flixbus Lot) | Lake Charles (City Point) | No tags |
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Compare 2 ways to travel from Los Angeles 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, 20 hours 50 minutes and with fares starting at just £172, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.
Where are the popular stops in Los Angeles and Lake Charles?
Stops in Los Angeles
- A571-581 Gayley Ave, Los Angeles, CA 90024, USA
- B
Ramirez Street bus stop
530 Ramirez St, Los Angeles, CA 90012, USA - C613 Maple Ave, Los Angeles, CA 90014, USA
- E
Downtown Westin Bonaventure
404 S Figueroa St, Los Angeles, CA 90071, USA - F
LAX Airport Holiday Inn
9901 S La Cienega Blvd, Los Angeles, CA 90045, USA
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
Compare bus companies
Based on 87480 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 £174
Frequently asked questions about travelling by bus from Los Angeles, US 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 Los Angeles to Lake Charles?
The cheapest coach tickets from Los Angeles to Lake Charles start from £172. The average price for this route is around £254. 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 Los Angeles to Lake Charles?
The average bus journey time from Los Angeles to Lake Charles is 1d 20h, covering a distance of 1490 miles. The fastest bus can take you there in 1d 23h and is operated by Greyhound.
Which bus companies service the Los Angeles to Lake Charles route?
Several major bus companies operate on this route with 6 buses available per day.
What is the earliest and latest departure time for the bus from Los Angeles to Lake Charles?
The earliest bus departs from Los Angeles to Lake Charles at 06:45. And the latest bus departs at 23:30.
What are the CO₂ emissions for the bus trip from Los Angeles to Lake Charles?
A bus journey from Los Angeles to Lake Charles produces an estimated 60 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 Los Angeles, US to Lake Charles was searched and found on 9 Jan 2026 with a price of £169To save money and be sure you have the best seat, it's a good idea to buy your bus tickets from Los Angeles, US to Lake Charles as early as possible.
You can expect to pay from £169 to £233 for a bus ticket from Los Angeles, US to Lake Charles based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at £169, which is on 2026-01-09.
