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Tampa to Lake Charles trains

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Trip Overview

The train between Tampa and Lake Charles takes 2d 22h. The train runs, on average, once a week from Tampa to Lake Charles. 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 22h
Duration
1,877 mi
Distance
$1,203
Average price
Once a week
Frequency

Tampa to Lake Charles train times

Trains run once a week between Tampa and Lake Charles. The service departs Tampa at 4:49 PM in the afternoon, which arrives into Lake Charles at 13:55:00. All services require a transfer at Cary and take an average of 2d 22h. The schedules shown below are for the next available departures.

Departing Sunday, October 18, 2026

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Frequently asked questions

Want to know about travelling from Tampa to Lake Charles? 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: 1,877.3 mi
  • Duration: 2d 22h

What companies run services between Tampa, FL, USA and Lake Charles, LA, USA?

You can take a train from Tampa to Lake Charles Station via Cary, Greensboro, and New Orleans Union Passenger Terminal in around 46h 31m.

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