How much is the bus ticket from Lake Charles to San Diego?

The cheapest bus tickets from Lake Charles to San Diego start from $244. The average price for this route is around $397. 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 Lake Charles to San Diego?

The average bus trip duration from Lake Charles to San Diego is 2d 3h, covering a distance of 1419 miles (2288 km). The quickest bus can get you there in 1d 22h and is operated by Greyhound .

Which bus companies service the Lake Charles to San Diego route?

Several major train operators operate on this route with 7 trains available per day.

What is the earliest and latest departure time for the bus from Lake Charles to San Diego?

The earliest bus departs from Lake Charles to San Diego at 8:30am. And the latest bus departs at 9:10pm.

What are the CO₂ emissions for the bus trip from Lake Charles to San Diego?

A bus trip from Lake Charles to San Diego generates an estimated 57 kg of CO₂, making it a highly eco-friendly travel option and recommended mode of travel by Busbud.

Bus Lake Charles to San Diego from $426 | Refundable Tickets

Next bus departures

Next departures for Lake Charles to San Diego on December 16
Operated by	Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Greyhound Lines, Inc. + FlixBus	Bus	9:10pm	Lake Charles (City Point)	2d 2h	9:45pm	UCSD Health La Jolla Station	CheapestFastest
Greyhound Lines, Inc. + FlixBus	Bus	8:30am	Lake Charles (City Point)	2d 7h	2:10pm	San Diego (Old Town-FlixBus)	No tags
	Bus	8:30am	Lake Charles (City Point)	2d 5h	11:45am	Greyhound Bus Stop	No tags
Greyhound Lines, Inc. + FlixBus	Bus	9:10pm	Lake Charles (City Point)	2d 19h	2:10pm	San Diego (Old Town-FlixBus)	No tags
	Bus	9:10pm	Lake Charles (City Point)	2d 4h	11:50pm	Greyhound Bus Stop	No tags

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Compare 2 ways to go from Lake Charles to San Diego

We recommend taking the train

Among the sustainable travel choices, the train stands out as the good way to reach San Diego. The journey takes about 1 day, 21 hours 55 minutes and with fares starting at just $250, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

2train per day

1d 21hAverage Duration

1418 milesDistance

208kgCO₂ emissions

	Average Price	Average Duration	CO₂ emissions	Actions
Bus	Average Price$244 - $531	Average Duration2d 3h	CO₂ emissions 57kg CO₂e
Train	Average Price$250 - $251	Average Duration1d 21h	CO₂ emissions 208kg CO₂e

Where are the popular stops in Lake Charles and San Diego?

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

Stops in San Diego

A
Mission Valley Sheraton
1433 Camino del Rio S, San Diego, CA 92108, USA
B
Old Town Courtyard Marriot
2435 Jefferson St, San Diego, CA 92110, USA
C
Downtown Holiday Inn
1617 1st Ave, San Diego, CA 92101, USA
D
Greyhound Station
1313 National Ave, San Diego, CA 92101, USA
E
Market St. & Park Blvd
601 Park Boulevard, San Diego, CA 92101, USA
F
San Ysidro McDonald's
727 E San Ysidro Blvd, San Diego, CA 92173, USA

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Greyhound

3.5/587,433 reviews

Staff3.6

Timeliness2.9

Cleanliness3.3

Wifi2.4

Greyhound Lines offers the most comprehensive intercity bus services in the United States. They operate a modern, environmentally friendly fleet that serves more than 2400 destinations and carries nearly 16 million passengers annually. When traveling with them, you can expect free WiFi, onboard entertainment, bathrooms, power outlets and decent legroom. One of the great perks of Greyhound is that they connect big cities and smaller towns in the US, where you usually can't get to by train or plane. If you're looking for safe and affordable transportation, Greyhound is a great choice.

US bus companies: FlixBus, BlaBlaCar Bus, ALSA, Greyhound, Intercape, Trenitalia, Big Sky

Frequently asked questions about traveling from Lake Charles to San Diego, CA, US 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 Lake Charles to San Diego?
The cheapest bus tickets from Lake Charles to San Diego start from $244. The average price for this route is around $397. 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 Lake Charles to San Diego?
The average bus trip duration from Lake Charles to San Diego is 2d 3h, covering a distance of 1419 miles (2288 km). The quickest bus can get you there in 1d 22h and is operated by Greyhound.
Which bus companies service the Lake Charles to San Diego route?
Several major train operators operate on this route with 7 trains available per day.
What is the earliest and latest departure time for the bus from Lake Charles to San Diego?
The earliest bus departs from Lake Charles to San Diego at 8:30am. And the latest bus departs at 9:10pm.
What are the CO₂ emissions for the bus trip from Lake Charles to San Diego?
A bus trip from Lake Charles to San Diego generates an estimated 57 kg of CO₂, making it a highly eco-friendly travel option and recommended mode of travel by Busbud.

Find cheapest prices for buses

Price is for a one-way ticket for one passenger and based on past searches.

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12/13

$352

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$426

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The cheapest trip from Lake Charles to San Diego, CA, US was searched and found on Dec 13, 2025 with a price of $352

To save money and be sure you have the best seat, it's a good idea to buy your bus tickets from Lake Charles to San Diego, CA, US, as early as possible.

You can expect to pay from $352 to $454 for a bus ticket from Lake Charles to San Diego, CA, US based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at $426 which is on 2025-12-16.