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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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 | Train | Amtrak Station | Lake Charles, LA | CheapestFastest | ||||
| Train | Amtrak Station | Lake Charles, LA | 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 R 2 350, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.
Train Companies
Based on 5659 reviews, the company was rated 4.1 stars on Busbud. Travellers were especially satisfied with the seats and the ticket access but often complained with the Wi-Fi. Amtrak ticket prices on this trip start at R 3 279
Frequently asked questions about travelling from Charlotte, NC to Lake Charles by train
Please note that timetables, routes, or operator details shown here may be updated or differ at the time of your trip.
How much is the train ticket from Charlotte to Lake Charles?
The cheapest train tickets from Charlotte to Lake Charles start from R 3 279. The average price for this train route is around R 3 653. Busbud recommends booking your tickets in advance for a better chance to secure the lowest possible price.
How long is the train journey from Charlotte to Lake Charles?
The average train journey time from Charlotte to Lake Charles is 1d 12h, covering a distance of 1285 km. The quickest train can get you there in 1d 12h and is operated by Amtrak.
Which train operators serve the Charlotte to Lake Charles route?
Several major train operators run on this route, with 1 trains available per day.
What are the earliest and latest departure times for the train from Charlotte to Lake Charles?
The earliest train from Charlotte to Lake Charles departs at 02:55. And the latest train departs at 02:55.
Find cheapest prices for trains
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 19 Dec 2025 with a price of R 4 524To save money and be sure you have the best seat, it's a good idea to buy your train tickets from Charlotte, NC to Lake Charles as early as possible.
You can expect to pay from R 4 524 to R 19 349 for a train 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 R 4 747, which is on 2025-12-21.
