Bus from Washington, DC, US to Lake Charles: Tickets & Schedules

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Next departures for Washington to Lake Charles on January 20
Operated byVehicle typeDeparture timeDeparture locationTrip durationArrival timeArrival locationRecommendedPrice and booking link
FlixBus + Greyhound
Bus
Union Station
Lake Charles, LA Bus StopNo tags
FlixBus + Greyhound
Bus
Springfield Bus Stop, VA
Lake Charles, LA Bus StopNo tags
Greyhound + FlixBus
Bus
Union Station
Lake Charles, LA Bus StopNo tags
Greyhound + FlixBus
Bus
Bethesda - 4550 Montgomery Ave
Lake Charles, LA Bus StopNo tags
FlixBus + Greyhound
Bus
Union Station
Lake Charles, LA Bus StopNo tags

Compare 2 ways to go from Washington to Lake Charles

We recommend taking the bus

Among the sustainable travel choices, the Bus stands out as the good way to reach Lake Charles. The journey takes about 1 day, 10 hours 40 minutes and with fares starting at just $140, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

7bus per day
1d 10hAverage Duration
1092 milesDistance
44kgCO₂ emissions
Average Price$140 - $384Average Duration1d 10h
44kg CO₂e
Average Price$471 - $471Average Duration1d 20h
161kg CO₂e

Frequently asked questions about traveling from Washington, DC, US 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.

  1. How much is the bus ticket from Washington to Lake Charles?

    The cheapest bus tickets from Washington to Lake Charles start from $140. The average price for this route is around $277. Busbud recommends that you book your tickets in advance for a better chance to get the lowest possible price.

  2. How long is the bus ride from Washington to Lake Charles?

    The average bus trip duration from Washington to Lake Charles is 1d 10h, covering a distance of 1092 miles (1760 km). The quickest bus can get you there in 1d 5h and is operated by Greyhound.

  3. Which bus companies service the Washington to Lake Charles route?

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

  4. What is the earliest and latest departure time for the bus from Washington to Lake Charles?

    The earliest bus departs from Washington to Lake Charles at 2:30am. And the latest bus departs at 10:45pm.

  5. What are the CO₂ emissions for the bus trip from Washington to Lake Charles?

    A bus trip from Washington to Lake Charles generates an estimated 44 kg of CO₂, making it a highly eco-friendly travel option and recommended mode of travel by Busbud.

What's the cheapest way to go from Washington, DC, US to Lake Charles?

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