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

The cheapest way to get from Lake Charles to Houston is to bus which costs $22 - $40 and takes 2h 30m.

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

The fastest way to get from Lake Charles to Houston is to fly and line 102 bus which takes 2h 15m and costs $45 - $310.

Is there a direct bus between Lake Charles and Houston?

Yes, there is a direct bus departing from Lake Charles and arriving at Downtown Houston. Services depart twice daily, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 2h 30m.

Is there a direct train between Lake Charles and Houston?

Yes, there is a direct train departing from Lake Charles Station station and arriving at Houston. Services depart three times a week, and operate Monday, Wednesday and Saturday. The journey takes approximately 4h 23m.

How far is it from Lake Charles to Houston?

The distance between Lake Charles and Houston is 146 miles. The road distance is 145.8 miles.

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

The best way to get from Lake Charles to Houston without a car is to bus which takes 2h 30m and costs $22 - $40.

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

The bus from Lake Charles to Downtown Houston takes 2h 30m including transfers and departs twice daily.

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

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

Where do I catch the Lake Charles to Houston train from?

Lake Charles to Houston train services, operated by Amtrak, depart from Lake Charles Station.

Train or bus from Lake Charles to Houston?

The best way to get from Lake Charles to Houston is to bus which takes 2h 30m and costs $22 - $40. Alternatively, you can train, which costs $45 - $95 and takes 4h 23m.

Where does the Lake Charles to Houston bus arrive?

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

Where does the Lake Charles to Houston train arrive?

Lake Charles to Houston train services, operated by Amtrak, arrive at Houston station.

Can I drive from Lake Charles to Houston?

Yes, the driving distance between Lake Charles to Houston is 146 miles. It takes approximately 2h 27m to drive from Lake Charles to Houston.

How do I get a train ticket from Lake Charles to Houston?

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

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Where can I stay near Houston?

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There are 5 ways to get from Lake Charles to Houston by bus (Flixbus), train (Amtrak), car, plane, bus, or bus (Greyhound)

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Bus (Flixbus)
best
1. Take the bus from Lake Charles to Downtown Houstonbus FlixBus 2211 / ...
2h 30m
$22–40
Train (Amtrak)
1. Take the train from Lake Charles Station to Houstontrain Sunset Limited
4h 23m
$45–95
Drive 144.9 mi
1. Drive from Lake Charles to Houstoncar 144.9 mi
2h 27m
$27–39
Fly, line 102 bus
1. Fly from Lake Charles Regional Airport (LCH) to George Bush Intercontinental Airport (IAH)plane LCH - IAH
2. Take the bus from Airmail Rd @ Pallet Rd to Milam St @ Preston Stbus
2h 15m
$48–307
Bus via Houston Bus Station (Greyhound)
1. Take the bus from Lake Charles to Houston Bus Stationbus Greyhound US0799
3h 39m
$24–44

Lake Charles to Houston by bus (Flixbus)

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2h 30mAverage Duration

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Distance: 144.8 mi
Duration: 2h 30m

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

Flixbus USA operates a bus from Lake Charles to Downtown Houston twice daily. Tickets cost $22–40 and the journey takes 2h 30m. Alternatively, Amtrak operates a train from Lake Charles Station to Houston 3 times a week. Tickets cost $45–95 and the journey takes 4h 23m.

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