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    Cheap bus tickets from New Orleans, LA to Lake Charles, LA

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    Rides:New Orleans, LA Lake Charles, LA (07/07/2022)

    3:50 hrs
    New Orleans UPT
    Lake Charles/Iowa
    Half full
    $25.99
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    3:50 hrs
    New Orleans UPT
    Lake Charles/Iowa
    Mostly empty
    $25.99
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    Bus stops in New Orleans, LA

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    New Orleans Union Passenger Terminal

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    New Orleans, LA - Lake Charles, LA : Quick information
    Online payment

    Yes
    Distance

    188 miles
    Direct connection

    Yes
    Environmentally-friendly travel?

    Yes

    Frequently asked questions

    How long does it take to get from New Orleans to Lake Charles by bus?
    The quickest bus trip from New Orleans to Lake Charles takes as little as 3 hours 30 minutes.
    What is the distance between New Orleans and Lake Charles?
    The bus route from New Orleans to Lake Charles covers 294 miles. FlixBus can bring you from New Orleans to Lake Charles in as little as 3 hours 30 minutes.
    How much is the bus ticket between New Orleans and Lake Charles?
    You can get from New Orleans to Lake Charles for as little as $25.99.
    What route does the bus from New Orleans to Lake Charles take?
    There are direct connections from New Orleans to Lake Charles. Among the up to 4 buses running daily from New Orleans to Lake Charles, 4 are direct connections. The fastest bus on this connection has 1 stop(s).
    How can I pay for the bus from New Orleans to Lake Charles?
    You can buy your bus ticket from New Orleans to Lake Charles choosing your preferred payment method among card, Paypal, Google Pay, and more!
    Where can I see if my bus from New Orleans to Lake Charles is on time?
    You can track your bus location on our Real-Time Info Tool. Just select the relevant bus stop and check the time of arrival. Find out where your bus is and check if there are delays on the route.

    Find the cheapest buses from New Orleans to Lake Charles

    Looking for cheap tickets from New Orleans to Lake Charles? FlixBus has you covered. The distance between New Orleans and Lake Charles is 294 miles, which takes a minimum of 3 hours 30 minutes.
    FlixBus has a large nationwide network, so you can travel onwards with us once you reach Lake Charles.
    So how to find the best ticket prices? Be sure to book in advance on our website or via our FlixBus App. When booking through the App, your ticket will be stored directly, making bus travel even more green and convenient!

    Traveling from New Orleans to Lake Charles

    With 4 rides per day, it's easy to fit a trip to Lake Charles into your schedule.
    The bus takes a minimum of 3 hours 30 minutes and you can expect 1 stops on your journey.

    Traveling with FlixBus isn't just quick, it's cheap too. If you book in advance online or using the app, you can expect to pay as little as $25.99 for a ticket between New Orleans and Lake Charles, That's a great saving compared to traveling by train, car or plane!
    What's more, bus travel is a more sustainable mode of transport. We're working towards making our entire FlixBus fleet 100% carbon neutral, and every customer can offset their carbon footprint by making a donation when they purchase their ticket.

    Taking the bus from New Orleans

    New Orleans is well-connected on the FlixBus network with 8 connections departing every day from 1 stations, making it very easy to travel across the country.

    Arriving in Lake Charles

    With 1 bus station(s), New Orleans is well-connected. Traveling with FlixBus around the country is very cheap and easy, as to get to Lake Charles you can pick one of the 8 routes arriving daily.

    What to expect onboard the FlixBus bus from New Orleans to Lake Charles

    Once you've booked your bus tickets through the FlixBus App using one of our secure payment methods, you just need to bring your phone to use as your ticket - and your luggage, of course. Don't worry about packing light as you can bring one piece of carry-on luggage and one piece of hold luggage for your journey.
    Want to be guaranteed the best seat in the house? You can choose yours when you book your ticket. Opt for a classic seat, a table seat, a panorama seat for a great view, or reserve the free seat beside you for extra space.
    Once you've stowed your luggage away and settled in, sit back and enjoy the journey with the onboard services on your FlixBus bus including free Wi-Fi onboard, FLIXtainment - out entertainment portal, toilets and plug socket.Whether you need to fire off some emails during your trip, or you want to relax and enjoy the ride, we've got you covered.

    Onboard services are subject to availability