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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 | Lake Charles, LA | Amtrak Station | CheapestFastest | ||||
| Train | Lake Charles, LA | Amtrak Station | No tags |
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Compare 2 ways to travel from Lake Charles to Houston
Among the sustainable travel choices, the bus stands out as a good way to reach Houston. The journey takes about 2 hours 45 minutes and with fares starting at just R 513, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.
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Based on 5638 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 433
Frequently asked questions about travelling from Lake Charles to Houston, US 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 Lake Charles to Houston?
The cheapest train tickets from Lake Charles to Houston start from R 433. The average price for this train route is around R 505. Busbud recommends booking your tickets in advance for a better chance to secure the lowest possible price.
How long is the train journey from Lake Charles to Houston?
The average train journey time from Lake Charles to Houston is 4h 23m, covering a distance of 214 km. The quickest train can get you there in 4h 23m and is operated by Amtrak.
Which train operators serve the Lake Charles to Houston 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 Lake Charles to Houston?
The earliest train from Lake Charles to Houston departs at 13:55. And the latest train departs at 13:55.
Find cheapest prices for trains
Price is for a one-way ticket for one passenger and based on past searches.
The cheapest trip from Lake Charles to Houston, US was searched and found on 13 Dec 2025 with a price of R 467To save money and be sure you have the best seat, it's a good idea to buy your train tickets from Lake Charles to Houston, US as early as possible.
You can expect to pay from R 467 to R 2 524 for a train ticket from Lake Charles to Houston, US based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at R 467, which is on 2025-12-13.
What's the cheapest way to go from Lake Charles to Houston, US?
The train is the cheapest travel choice for this destinationThe best way to travel between Lake Charles and Houston, US is by train. By choosing the train, you'll get to save some money as you travel to your destination, as ticket prices cost R 505 on average. If you're on a budget, you'll find cheap tickets from R 433. If you're looking for the fastest way to get to Houston, US, choose the train, as it will take you from Lake Charles to Houston, US in about 2h 45m – that's the fastest way to get there!
