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

The cheapest way to get from Lake Charles to Tampa is to bus which costs $140 - $190 and takes 18h 31m.

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

The fastest way to get from Lake Charles to Tampa is to fly which takes 6h 18m and costs $110 - $600.

Is there a direct bus between Lake Charles and Tampa?

No, there is no direct bus from Lake Charles to Tampa. However, there are services departing from Lake Charles and arriving at Marion St @ Kennedy Blvd via US Hwy 41 @ Shell Point Rd and Providence Rd @ Providence Oaks Dr. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 18h 31m.

Is there a direct train between Lake Charles and Tampa?

No, there is no direct train from Lake Charles station to Tampa. However, there are services departing from Lake Charles Station and arriving at Tampa via New Orleans Union Passenger Terminal, Greensboro and Cary. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 2 days 0h.

How far is it from Lake Charles to Tampa?

The distance between Lake Charles and Tampa is 681 miles. The road distance is 809.7 miles.

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

The best way to get from Lake Charles to Tampa without a car is to bus which takes 18h 31m and costs $140 - $190.

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

It takes approximately 6h 18m to get from Lake Charles to Tampa, including transfers.

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

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

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

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

Train, bus or fly from Lake Charles to Tampa?

The best way to get from Lake Charles to Tampa is to fly which takes 6h 18m and costs $110 - $600. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs $140 - $190 and takes 18h 31m, you could also train, which costs $1,000 - $1,700 and takes 2 days 0h.

Where does the Lake Charles to Tampa bus arrive?

Lake Charles to Tampa bus services, operated by Omnibus Express, arrive at Ruskin station.

What is the time difference between Lake Charles and Tampa?

Tampa is 1h ahead of Lake Charles. It is currently 1:53 AM in Lake Charles and 2:53 AM in Tampa.

Where does the Lake Charles to Tampa train arrive?

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

Can I drive from Lake Charles to Tampa?

Yes, the driving distance between Lake Charles to Tampa is 810 miles. It takes approximately 13h 53m to drive from Lake Charles to Tampa.

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

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

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Where can I stay near Tampa?

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There are 7 ways to get from Lake Charles to Tampa by plane, bus, train (Amtrak), car, or bus (Greyhound)

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Fly from Lake Charles Regional Airport
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1. Fly from Lake Charles Regional Airport (LCH) to Tampa (TPA)plane LCH - TPA
6h 18m
$113–565
Bus
1. Take the bus from Lake Charles to Ruskinbus Houston
18h 31m
$148–183
Train (Amtrak)
1. Take the train from Lake Charles Station to New Orleans Union Passenger Terminaltrain
2. Take the train from New Orleans Union Passenger Terminal to Greensborotrain
3. Take the train from Greensboro to Carytrain
4. Take the train from Cary to Tampatrain
2d
$1,021–1,651
Drive 805 mi
1. Drive from Lake Charles to Tampacar 805 mi
13h 53m
$138–199
Bus to Lafayette Regional Airport, fly
1. Take the bus from Lake Charles to Lafayettebus
2. Fly from Lafayette Regional Airport (LFT) to Tampa (TPA)plane LFT - TPA
7h 43m
$158–621
Bus to William P. Hobby Airport, fly
1. Take the bus from Lake Charles to Houston - Telephone Rdbus
2. Fly from William P. Hobby Airport (HOU) to Tampa (TPA)plane HOU - TPA
7h 5m
$149–563
Bus via Tallahassee (Greyhound)
1. Take the bus from Lake Charles to Tallahasseebus Greyhound US0799
2. Take the bus from Tallahassee to Tampa Bus Stationbus Greyhound US0780s
20h 5m
$151–231

Lake Charles to Tampa by train (Amtrak)

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Distance: 676.9 mi
Duration: 6h 18m

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

American Airlines and United Airlines fly from Lake Charles Regional Airport (LCH) to Tampa (TPA) 4 times a day. Alternatively, Omnibus Express operates a bus from Lake Charles to Ruskin once daily. Tickets cost $140–180 and the journey takes 15h 31m.

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