How much does a bus ticket from San Jose to Lake Charles cost?

The bus ticket price from San Jose to Lake Charles starts at R 3 681. The best way to find cheap bus tickets from San Jose to Lake Charles is to book your tickets as early as possible. Prices tend to rise as your travel date approaches, so book in advance to secure the best prices!

How long is the bus ride from San Jose to Lake Charles?

The average travel time between San Jose and Lake Charles is around 2d 8h, although the fastest bus will take about 2d 1h. This is the time it takes to travel the 2757 km that separates the two cities.

How many daily bus connections are there between San Jose and Lake Charles?

The number of buses from San Jose to Lake Charles can differ depending on the day of the week. On average, there are 4 on this route. Some buses run direct routes, while others have layovers. Simplify your bus trip from San Jose to Lake Charles by comparing and selecting the bus that fits your travel style and budget on Busbud.

Which bus companies travel from San Jose to Lake Charles?

When taking the bus from San Jose to Lake Charles, you can travel comfortably and safely with FlixBus, Greyhound, Amtrak.

What are the departure and arrival stations when taking the bus from San Jose to Lake Charles?

Buses travelling between San Jose and Lake Charles leave from Diridon Station or Santiago Express San Jose and arrive at Lake Charles Greyhound, Waffle House Lake Charles.

Bus San Jose to Lake Charles from R 3 681 | Refundable Tickets

Previously seen journeys

Next departures from San Jose to Lake Charles on 4 November
Operated by	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
FlixBus + Greyhound	00:55	Diridon Station	2d 13h	16:10	Lake Charles, LA Bus Stop	No tags
Greyhound + FlixBus	09:10	Diridon Station	2d 15h	02:30	Lake Charles, LA Bus Stop	No tags
Greyhound + FlixBus	23:10	Diridon Station	2d 16h	17:40	Lake Charles, LA Bus Stop	No tags
Greyhound + FlixBus	09:10	Diridon Station	2d 6h	17:10	Lake Charles, LA Bus Stop	No tags
Greyhound + FlixBus	23:10	Diridon Station	2d 10h	11:20	Lake Charles, LA Bus Stop	No tags

Compare 2 ways to travel from San Jose to Lake Charles

We recommend taking the train

Among the sustainable travel choices, the train stands out as a good way to reach Lake Charles. The journey takes about 2 days, 3 hours 3 minutes and with fares starting at just R 5 524, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

1train per day

2d 3hAverage duration

2754 kmDistance

251kgCO₂ emissions

	Average price	Average duration	CO₂ emissions
Bus	Average priceR 3 681 - R 5 444	Average duration2d 8h	CO₂ emissions 69kg CO₂e
Train	Average priceR 5 524 - R 5 524	Average duration2d 3h	CO₂ emissions 251kg CO₂e

Bus San Jose, US to Lake Charles: Trip Overview

Average ticket priceR 4 048

Average bus trip duration2d 8h

Number of daily buses4

Earliest bus departure00:55

Distance2759 km

Latest bus departure23:10

Compare bus companies

FlixBus

3.5/511 185 reviews

Staff4.1

Timeliness3.9

Cleanliness4.1

WiFi2.7

Greyhound

3.5/587 350 reviews

Staff3.6

Timeliness2.9

Cleanliness3.3

WiFi2.4

Amtrak

4/55 563 reviews

Staff4.7

Timeliness3.8

Cleanliness4.6

WiFi3.6

US Bus Companies: FlixBus, BlaBlaCar Bus, ALSA, Greyhound, Intercape, Trenitalia, Sindbad

San Jose to Lake Charles Bus

Busbud shows you the best bus ticket fares and bus schedules so you can easily plan and book a trip by bus from San Jose to Lake Charles.

We make it our job to connect you with the most dependable bus companies that cover bus service from San Jose to Lake Charles.

From cheap bus tickets to more luxurious buses travelling from San Jose to Lake Charles, we offer a wide range of bus services to best suit your needs depending on how much your budget is.

Where are the popular stops in San Jose and Lake Charles?

Stops in San Jose

A - Diridon Station

B - Santiago Express San Jose

C - 1118 E William St

D - San Jose Bus Stop

E - Tamien Station

F - Diridon Station

Stops in Lake Charles

A - Lake Charles Greyhound

B - Waffle House Lake Charles

Frequently asked questions on the trip San Jose, US - Lake Charles

How much does a bus ticket from San Jose to Lake Charles cost?
The bus ticket price from San Jose to Lake Charles starts at R 3 681. The best way to find cheap bus tickets from San Jose to Lake Charles is to book your tickets as early as possible. Prices tend to rise as your travel date approaches, so book in advance to secure the best prices!
How long is the bus ride from San Jose to Lake Charles?
The average travel time between San Jose and Lake Charles is around 2d 8h, although the fastest bus will take about 2d 1h. This is the time it takes to travel the 2757 km that separates the two cities.
How many daily bus connections are there between San Jose and Lake Charles?
The number of buses from San Jose to Lake Charles can differ depending on the day of the week. On average, there are 4 on this route. Some buses run direct routes, while others have layovers. Simplify your bus trip from San Jose to Lake Charles by comparing and selecting the bus that fits your travel style and budget on Busbud.
Which bus companies travel from San Jose to Lake Charles?
When taking the bus from San Jose to Lake Charles, you can travel comfortably and safely with FlixBus, Greyhound, Amtrak.
What are the departure and arrival stations when taking the bus from San Jose to Lake Charles?
Buses travelling between San Jose and Lake Charles leave from Diridon Station or Santiago Express San Jose and arrive at Lake Charles Greyhound, Waffle House Lake Charles.

About Bus Travel

Bus Travel Tips

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From miles long of beauteous natural landscapes to impressive man-crafted sights, you’re bound to be in for a visual treat on your bus trip from San Jose to Lake Charles.

Taking the bus creates the smallest carbon footprint compared to other modes of transport. Not to mention that buses will allow you to discover scenic gems from San Jose to Lake Charles that are otherwise impossible to come by with a plane.

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Did you know?

The word 'bus' is an abbreviation of 'omnibus" which means 'for all' in Latin as buses were meant to be transportation for everybody.

One of the longest bus route in the world goes all the way from Ontario to Alberta in Canada (with the same bus). This trip is 3,435 km or 2,135 miles long and the price is a bit under $100.

The Superbus, created by a Dutch engineer is the world's fastest bus with 250 km/h. Too bad it's only a prototype for now.

What's the cheapest way to go from San Jose, US to Lake Charles?

The bus is the cheapest travel choice for this destination

Vehicle type	Travel time	Avg price	Daily departures
Vehicle typeBus	Travel time2d 8h	Avg priceR 4 048	Daily departures4
Vehicle typeTrain	Travel time2d 3h	Avg priceR 5 524	Daily departures1

Will you be returning to San Jose, US by bus?

Bus from Lake Charles to San Jose, US

You can also go to Lake Charles by train

Train from San Jose, US to Lake Charles

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