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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 | San Antonio Station | CheapestFastest | ||||
| Train | Lake Charles, LA | San Antonio Station | No tags |
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Compare 2 ways to travel from Lake Charles to San Antonio
Among the sustainable travel choices, the bus stands out as a good way to reach San Antonio. The journey takes about 6 hours 50 minutes and with fares starting at just R 901, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.
Train Companies
Based on 5593 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 823
Frequently asked questions about travelling from Lake Charles to San Antonio, US by train
How much does a cheap train ticket from Lake Charles to San Antonio cost?
The average train ticket price from Lake Charles to San Antonio is R 969. The best way to find cheap train tickets from Lake Charles to San Antonio 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 train trip from Lake Charles to San Antonio?
A train trip between Lake Charles and San Antonio is around 10h 10m, although the fastest train will take about 10h 10m. This is the time it takes to travel the 518 km that separates the two cities.
How many daily train are there between Lake Charles and San Antonio?
The number of trains from Lake Charles to San Antonio can differ depending on the day of the week. On average, there is 1. Some trains are direct while others have layovers. Simplify your train trip from Lake Charles to San Antonio by comparing and selecting the train that fits your travel style and budget on Busbud.
Which train companies travel from Lake Charles to San Antonio?
When taking the train from Lake Charles to San Antonio, you can travel comfortably and safely with Amtrak.
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 San Antonio, US was searched and found on 17 Nov 2025 with a price of R 1 320To save money and be sure you have the best seat, it's a good idea to buy your train tickets from Lake Charles to San Antonio, US as early as possible.
You can expect to pay from R 1 320 to R 6 300 for a train ticket from Lake Charles to San Antonio, US based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at R 1 320, which is on 2025-11-19.
What's the cheapest way to go from Lake Charles to San Antonio, US?
The train is the cheapest travel choice for this destinationThe best way to travel between Lake Charles and San Antonio, 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 969 on average. If you're on a budget, you'll find cheap tickets from R 823. If you're looking for the fastest way to get to San Antonio, US, choose the train, as it will take you from Lake Charles to San Antonio, US in about 6h 50m – that's the fastest way to get there!
