How far is Lake Charles from New Orleans by coach?

The distance between New Orleans and Lake Charles by coach is approximately 189 miles (305 km).

Is there a way to reach Lake Charles from New Orleans without a car?

The best way to go from New Orleans to Lake Charles without a car is by coach. They are frequent and reliable, offering a convenient and eco-friendly journey. Depending on your preferences, another alternative is to explore ridesharing trips.

Bus New Orleans to Lake Charles from £22 | Refundable Tickets

Next bus departures

Next departures from New Orleans to Lake Charles on 26 November
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Bus	05:55	New Orleans Bus Station	3h 25m	09:20	Lake Charles (City Point)	CheapestFastest
Bus	14:15	New Orleans Bus Station	3h 30m	17:45	Lake Charles (City Point)	No tags
Bus	16:20	New Orleans Bus Station	3h 25m	19:45	Lake Charles (City Point)	No tags

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Compare 2 ways to travel from New Orleans 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 3 hours 25 minutes and with fares starting at just £28, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

2bus per day

3h 25mAverage duration

188 milesDistance

8kgCO₂ emissions

	Average price	Average duration	CO₂ emissions	Actions
Bus	Average price£28 - £50	Average duration3h 25m	CO₂ emissions 8kg CO₂e
Train	Average price£27 - £53	Average duration4h 55m	CO₂ emissions 28kg CO₂e

Where are the popular stops in New Orleans and Lake Charles?

Stops in New Orleans

A
Union Passenger Terminal
1001 Loyola Ave, New Orleans, LA 70113, USA
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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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FlixBus

3.5/511,426 reviews

Staff4.2

Timeliness3.9

Cleanliness4.1

WiFi2.7

Based on 11426 reviews, the company was rated 3.5 stars on Busbud. Travellers were especially satisfied with the ticket access and the staff but often complained with the Wi-Fi. FlixBus ticket prices on this trip start at £28

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Frequently asked questions about travelling by bus from New Orleans to Lake Charles

How far is Lake Charles from New Orleans by coach?
The distance between New Orleans and Lake Charles by coach is approximately 189 miles (305 km).
Is there a way to reach Lake Charles from New Orleans without a car?
The best way to go from New Orleans to Lake Charles without a car is by coach. They are frequent and reliable, offering a convenient and eco-friendly journey. Depending on your preferences, another alternative is to explore ridesharing trips.

Find cheapest prices for buses

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

Best price found

22/11

£54

23/11

No data

Today

£34

25/11

£32

26/11

£36

27/11

No data

28/11

No data

29/11

£32

The cheapest trip from New Orleans to Lake Charles was searched and found on 25 Nov 2025 with a price of £32

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

You can expect to pay from £32 to £54 for a bus ticket from New Orleans to Lake Charles based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at £32, which is on 2025-11-25.