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

The cheapest way to get from Lake Charles to Meridian is to bus which costs $65 - $110 and takes 7h 15m.

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

The fastest way to get from Lake Charles to Meridian is to fly which takes 4h 10m and costs $90 - $400.

Is there a direct bus between Lake Charles and Meridian?

Yes, there is a direct bus departing from Lake Charles and arriving at Meridian Bus Stop. Services depart five times a week, and operate Monday, Thursday, Friday, Saturday and Sunday. The journey takes approximately 7h 15m.

Is there a direct train between Lake Charles and Meridian?

No, there is no direct train from Lake Charles station to Meridian station. However, there are services departing from Lake Charles Station and arriving at Meridian Union Station via New Orleans Union Passenger Terminal. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 11h 28m.

How far is it from Lake Charles to Meridian?

The distance between Lake Charles and Meridian is 318 miles. The road distance is 360.8 miles.

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

The best way to get from Lake Charles to Meridian without a car is to bus which takes 7h 15m and costs $65 - $110.

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

It takes approximately 4h 10m to get from Lake Charles to Meridian, including transfers.

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

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

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

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

Train, bus or fly from Lake Charles to Meridian?

The best way to get from Lake Charles to Meridian is to fly which takes 4h 10m and costs $90 - $400. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs $65 - $110 and takes 7h 15m, you could also train, which costs $130 - $290 and takes 11h 28m.

Where does the Lake Charles to Meridian bus arrive?

Lake Charles to Meridian bus services, operated by Flixbus USA, arrive at Meridian Bus Stop station.

Where does the Lake Charles to Meridian train arrive?

Lake Charles to Meridian train services, operated by Amtrak, arrive at New Orleans Union Passenger Terminal station.

Can I drive from Lake Charles to Meridian?

Yes, the driving distance between Lake Charles to Meridian is 361 miles. It takes approximately 6h 45m to drive from Lake Charles to Meridian.

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

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

Book your Lake Charles to Meridian bus tickets online with Omio and FlixBus.

Where can I stay near Meridian?

There are 21+ hotels available in Meridian.

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

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Fly to Meridian
best
1. Fly from Lake Charles Regional Airport (LCH) to Meridian (MEI)plane LCH - MEI
4h 10m
$91–392
Bus (Flixbus)
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Lake Charles to Meridian Bus Stopbus FlixBus N2211
7h 15m
$65–110
Train (Amtrak)
1. Take the train from Lake Charles Station to New Orleans Union Passenger Terminaltrain Sunset Limited
2. Take the train from New Orleans Union Passenger Terminal to Meridian Union Stationtrain Crescent
11h 28m
$136–285
Drive 358.7 mi
1. Drive from Lake Charles to Meridiancar 358.7 mi
6h 45m
$66–95
Fly to Hattiesburg–Laurel Regional Airport, drive
1. Fly from Lake Charles Regional Airport (LCH) to Hattiesburg–Laurel Regional Airport (PIB)plane LCH - PIB
2. Drive from Hattiesburg–Laurel Regional Airport (PIB) to Meridiancar
8h 19m
$85–384

Lake Charles to Meridian by bus (Flixbus)

5Weekly Buses

7h 15mAverage Duration

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Distance: 316 mi
Duration: 4h 10m

What companies run services between Lake Charles, LA, USA and Meridian, MS, USA?

United Airlines flies from Lake Charles Regional Airport (LCH) to Meridian (MEI) twice daily. Alternatively, Flixbus USA operates a bus from Lake Charles to Meridian Bus Stop 5 times a week. Tickets cost $65–110 and the journey takes 7h 15m.

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