What is the cheapest way to get from Lake Charles to Austin?

The cheapest way to get from Lake Charles to Austin is to bus via Downtown Austin which costs $45 - $75 and takes 6h 40m.

What is the fastest way to get from Lake Charles to Austin?

The fastest way to get from Lake Charles to Austin is to fly which takes 4h 16m and costs $65 - $420.

Is there a direct bus between Lake Charles and Austin?

No, there is no direct bus from Lake Charles to Austin. However, there are services departing from Lake Charles and arriving at Austin Doubletree University Area via St Joseph Pkwy @ Louisiana St and Hyatt Regency Houston. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 6h 20m.

How far is it from Lake Charles to Austin?

The distance between Lake Charles and Austin is 309 miles. The road distance is 296.8 miles.

How do I travel from Lake Charles to Austin without a car?

The best way to get from Lake Charles to Austin without a car is to bus which takes 6h 20m and costs $140 - $190.

How long does it take to get from Lake Charles to Austin?

It takes approximately 6h 20m to get from Lake Charles to Austin, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Lake Charles to Austin bus from?

Lake Charles to Austin bus services, operated by Flixbus USA, depart from Lake Charles station.

Bus or fly from Lake Charles to Austin?

The best way to get from Lake Charles to Austin is to bus which takes 6h 20m and costs $140 - $190. Alternatively, you can fly, which costs $65 - $420 and takes 4h 16m.

Where does the Lake Charles to Austin bus arrive?

Lake Charles to Austin bus services, operated by Flixbus USA, arrive at Downtown Houston station.

Can I drive from Lake Charles to Austin?

Yes, the driving distance between Lake Charles to Austin is 297 miles. It takes approximately 5h 27m to drive from Lake Charles to Austin.

How do I get a bus ticket from Lake Charles to Austin?

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Where can I stay near Austin?

There are 1740+ hotels available in Austin.

Lake Charles to Austin - 6 ways to travel via train, bus, car, and plane

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There are 6 ways to get from Lake Charles to Austin by bus (Flixbus), train, bus, car, plane, or bus (Greyhound)

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Bus
best
1. Take the bus from Lake Charles to Downtown Houstonbus FlixBus 2211 / ...
2. Take the bus from Hyatt Regency Houston to Austin Doubletree University Areabus Houston
6h 20m
$142–183
Bus via Downtown Austin (Flixbus)
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Lake Charles to Downtown Houstonbus FlixBus 2211 / ...
2. Take the bus from Downtown Houston to Downtown Austinbus FlixBus 2270 / ...
6h 40m
$45–72
Train, bus
1. Take the train from Lake Charles Station to Houstontrain Sunset Limited
2. Take the bus from Hyatt Regency Houston to Austin Doubletree University Areabus Houston
8h 22m
$156–235
Drive 295 mi
1. Drive from Lake Charles to Austincar 295 mi
5h 27m
$54–78
Fly
1. Fly from Lake Charles Regional Airport (LCH) to Austin-Bergstrom International Airport (AUS)plane LCH - AUS
4h 16m
$67–415
Bus via Houston
1. Take the bus from Lake Charles to Houston Bus Stationbus Greyhound US0799
2. Take the bus from Houston, TX - 808 Jefferson St to Austin, TX - UT Austinbus Houston
10h 57m
$91–135

Lake Charles to Austin by bus

17Weekly Buses

6h 20mAverage Duration

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Distance: 306.7 mi
Duration: 6h 20m

What companies run services between Lake Charles, LA, USA and Austin, TX, USA?

You can take a bus from Lake Charles to Austin Doubletree University Area via Downtown Houston, St Joseph Pkwy @ Louisiana St, Louisiana St @ Lamar St, and Hyatt Regency Houston in around 6h 20m. Alternatively, United Airlines and American Airlines fly from Lake Charles Regional Airport (LCH) to Austin-Bergstrom International Airport (AUS) every 4 hours.

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