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

The cheapest way to get from Lake Charles to McAllen is to bus via Houston which costs $70 - $130 and takes 10h 20m.

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

The fastest way to get from Lake Charles to McAllen is to fly which takes 3h 30m and costs $95 - $550.

Is there a direct bus between Lake Charles and McAllen?

No, there is no direct bus from Lake Charles to McAllen station. However, there are services departing from Lake Charles and arriving at McAllen Central Station via Houston - Telephone Rd. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 9h 43m.

How far is it from Lake Charles to McAllen?

The distance between Lake Charles and McAllen is 421 miles. The road distance is 494.4 miles.

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

The best way to get from Lake Charles to McAllen without a car is to bus which takes 9h 43m and costs $130 - $170.

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

It takes approximately 3h 30m to get from Lake Charles to McAllen, including transfers.

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

Lake Charles to McAllen bus services, operated by Omnibus Express, depart from Lake Charles station.

Bus or fly from Lake Charles to McAllen?

The best way to get from Lake Charles to McAllen is to fly which takes 3h 30m and costs $95 - $550. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs $130 - $170 and takes 9h 43m.

Where does the Lake Charles to McAllen bus arrive?

Lake Charles to McAllen bus services, operated by Omnibus Express, arrive at Houston - Telephone Rd station.

Can I drive from Lake Charles to McAllen?

Yes, the driving distance between Lake Charles to McAllen is 494 miles. It takes approximately 9h 3m to drive from Lake Charles to McAllen.

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

Book your Lake Charles to McAllen bus tickets online with Omio.

Where can I stay near McAllen?

There are 241+ hotels available in McAllen.

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

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Fly
best
1. Fly from Lake Charles Regional Airport (LCH) to Mcallen Miller International Airport (MFE)plane LCH - MFE
3h 30m
$96–520
Bus via Houston
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Lake Charles to Houston Bus Stationbus Greyhound US0799
2. Take the bus from Houston Bus Station to McAllen Central Stationbus Greyhound US1128 / ...
10h 20m
$73–126
Bus
1. Take the bus from Lake Charles to Houston - Telephone Rdbus Atlanta
2. Take the bus from Houston - Telephone Rd to McAllen Central Stationbus Houston
9h 43m
$130–164
Drive 491.6 mi
1. Drive from Lake Charles to McAllencar 491.6 mi
9h 3m
$90–130
Train, bus
1. Take the train from Lake Charles Station to Houstontrain Sunset Limited
2. Take the bus from Houston Bus Station to McAllen Central Stationbus Via McAllen
12h 11m
$83–193

Lake Charles to McAllen by bus

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10h 20mAverage Duration

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Distance: 418.3 mi
Duration: 3h 30m

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

United Airlines and American Airlines fly from Lake Charles Regional Airport (LCH) to Mcallen Miller International Airport (MFE) every 4 hours. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Lake Charles to McAllen Central Station via Houston - Telephone Rd in around 9h 43m.

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