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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 | Union Passenger Terminal | CheapestFastest | ||||
| Train | Lake Charles, LA | Union Passenger Terminal | No tags |
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Compare 2 ways to travel from Lake Charles to New Orleans
Among the sustainable travel choices, the Bus stands out as a good way to reach New Orleans. The journey takes about 3 hours 20 minutes and with fares starting at just R 577, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.
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Based on 5752 reviews, the company was rated 4.1 stars on Busbud. Travellers were especially satisfied with the seats and the ticket access but often complained about the Wi-Fi. Amtrak ticket prices on this trip start at R 640
Frequently asked questions about travelling from Lake Charles to New Orleans 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 New Orleans?
The cheapest train tickets from Lake Charles to New Orleans start from R 640. The average price for this train route is around R 640. 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 New Orleans?
The average train journey time from Lake Charles to New Orleans is 6h 11m, covering a distance of 304 km. The quickest train can get you there in 6h 11m and is operated by Amtrak.
Which train operators serve the Lake Charles to New Orleans 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 New Orleans?
The earliest train from Lake Charles to New Orleans departs at 15:29. And the latest train departs at 15:29.
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 New Orleans was searched and found on 27 Jan 2026 with a price of R 599To save money and be sure you have the best seat, it's a good idea to buy your train tickets from Lake Charles to New Orleans as early as possible.
You can expect to pay from R 599 to R 5 386 for a train ticket from Lake Charles to New Orleans based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at R 858, which is on 2026-01-30.
What's the cheapest way to go from Lake Charles to New Orleans?
The Train is the cheapest travel choice for this destinationThe best way to travel between Lake Charles and New Orleans 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 640 on average. If you're on a budget, you'll find cheap tickets from R 640. If you're looking for the fastest way to get to New Orleans, choose the train, as it will take you from Lake Charles to New Orleans in about 3h 20m – that's the fastest way to get there!
