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| Operated by | Vehicle type | Departure time | Departure location | Trip duration | Arrival time | Arrival location | Recommended | Price and booking link |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
 | Bus | Dallas Bus Station | Lake Charles (City Point) | CheapestFastest | ||||
Greyhound Lines Mexico + FlixBus | Bus | Dallas Bus Station | Lake Charles (City Point) | No tags | ||||
| Bus | Dallas Bus Station | Lake Charles (City Point) | No tags | ||||
 | Bus | Downtown Dallas / Deep Ellum | Lake Charles (City Point) | No tags | ||||
Greyhound Lines, Inc. + FlixBus | Bus | Dallas Bus Station | Lake Charles (City Point) | No tags |
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Compare 2 ways to go from Dallas to Lake Charles
Among the sustainable travel choices, the bus stands out as the good way to reach Lake Charles. The journey takes about 10 hours 30 minutes and with fares starting at just $72, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.
Where are the popular stops in Dallas and Lake Charles?
Stops in Dallas
- A205 S Lamar St, Dallas, TX 75202, USA
- B
Jefferson Bd
174 S Patton Ave, Dallas, TX 75203, USA - D
Westmoreland Greyhound Station
627 N Westmoreland Rd, Dallas, TX 75211 - E
N. Olive Street
400 N. Olive Street,, Dallas, TX 75201, US - F
Tornado Bus I-30
8630 E R L Thornton Fwy, Dallas, TX 75228, USA
Stops in Lake Charles
- A
Lake Charles Greyhound
1825 I-10, Lake Charles, LA 70601, USA - B
Waffle House Lake Charles
804 N Lakeshore Dr, Lake Charles, LA 70601, USA
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Frequently asked questions about traveling from Dallas, TX to Lake Charles by bus
Please note that schedules, routes, or operator details shown here may be updated or vary at the time of your trip.
How much is the bus ticket from Dallas to Lake Charles?
The cheapest bus tickets from Dallas to Lake Charles start from $72. The average price for this route is around $83. Busbud recommends that you book your tickets in advance for a better chance to get the lowest possible price.
How long is the bus ride from Dallas to Lake Charles?
The average bus trip duration from Dallas to Lake Charles is 10h 30m, covering a distance of 280 miles (451 km). The quickest bus can get you there in 7h 40m and is operated by Greyhound.
Which bus companies service the Dallas to Lake Charles route?
Several major bus companies operate on this route with 4 buses available per day, including services from FlixBus, Greyhound, Valley Transit.
What is the earliest and latest departure time for the bus from Dallas to Lake Charles?
The earliest bus departs from Dallas to Lake Charles at 7:10am. And the latest bus departs at 8:00pm.
What are the CO₂ emissions for the bus trip from Dallas to Lake Charles?
A bus trip from Dallas to Lake Charles generates an estimated 11 kg of CO₂, making it a highly eco-friendly travel option and recommended mode of travel by Busbud.
What is the best bus company from Dallas to Lake Charles?
According to Busbud customers, the highest-rated bus company on this route is FlixBus, with an average rating of 3.5 out of 5 stars based on 11380 reviews.
Which bus company has the best Wi-Fi from Dallas to Lake Charles?
Based on reviews on Busbud, the bus company FlixBus has the best Wi-Fi rating with a score of 2.7.
Which bus company has the most timely service from Dallas to Lake Charles?
According to Busbud traveller reviews, the most timely bus company on this route is FlixBus, with a punctuality rating of 3.9 out of 5 stars.
Which bus company has the cleanest buses from Dallas to Lake Charles?
According to Busbud traveller reviews, the bus company with the cleanest buses on this route is FlixBus, with a cleanliness rating of 4.1 out of 5 stars.
Find cheapest prices for buses
Price is for a one-way ticket for one passenger and based on past searches.
The cheapest trip from Dallas, TX to Lake Charles was searched and found on Dec 3, 2025 with a price of $73To save money and be sure you have the best seat, it's a good idea to buy your bus tickets from Dallas, TX to Lake Charles, as early as possible.
You can expect to pay from $73 to $151 for a bus ticket from Dallas, TX to Lake Charles based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at $73 which is on 2025-12-03.
Usually FlixBus will charge you higher prices for tickets closer to the departure date. To find the best prices, you should be flexible on your date of travel.
What's the cheapest way to go from Dallas, TX to Lake Charles?
The bus is the cheapest travel choice for this destination
