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Lake Charles to Topeka trains

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Trip Overview

The average train between Lake Charles and Topeka takes 2d 9h and the fastest train takes 2d 8h. The train runs, on average, 2 times per week from Lake Charles to Topeka. The journey time may be longer on weekends and holidays; use the search form on this page to search for a specific travel date.

2d 9h
Duration
1,652 mi
Distance
$1,062
Average price
Twice a week
Frequency

Lake Charles to Topeka train times

Trains run twice a week between Lake Charles and Topeka. The service departs Lake Charles at 3:29 PM in the afternoon, which arrives into Topeka at 00:01:00. All services require a transfer at New Orleans Union Passenger Terminal and take an average of 2d 9h. The schedules shown below are for the next available departures.

Departing Saturday, October 31, 2026

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    Arrives +3 days

    AmtrakAmtrakAmtrak2d 9h • 2 changes

Departing Monday, November 2, 2026

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    Arrives +3 days

    AmtrakAmtrakAmtrak2d 8h • 2 changes

Frequently asked questions

Want to know about travelling from Lake Charles to Topeka? We have put together a list of the most frequently asked questions from our users such as: What is the cheapest mode of transport? What is the quickest option? How much do tickets usually cost? and many more.

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  • Distance: 1,651.9 mi
  • Duration: 2d 9h

What companies run services between Lake Charles, LA, USA and Topeka, KS, USA?

You can take a train from Lake Charles Station to Topeka Station via New Orleans Union Passenger Terminal and Chicago Union Station in around 37h 17m.

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