What is the cheapest way to get from Lake Charles to West Monroe?

The cheapest way to get from Lake Charles to West Monroe is to taxi which costs $22 - $26 and takes 4h 3m.

What is the fastest way to get from Lake Charles to West Monroe?

The fastest way to get from Lake Charles to West Monroe is to drive which takes 4h 3m and costs $35 - $55.

Is there a direct bus between Lake Charles and West Monroe?

No, there is no direct bus from Lake Charles to West Monroe. However, there are services departing from Lake Charles and arriving at Monroe via Baton Rouge Bus Station and Shreveport Bus Station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 11h 35m.

How far is it from Lake Charles to West Monroe?

The distance between Lake Charles and West Monroe is 195 miles. The road distance is 194.3 miles.

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

The best way to get from Lake Charles to West Monroe without a car is to bus and train which takes 11h 24m and costs $130 - $250.

How long does it take to get from Lake Charles to West Monroe?

It takes approximately 5h 21m to get from Lake Charles to West Monroe, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Lake Charles to West Monroe bus from?

Lake Charles to West Monroe bus services, operated by Greyhound USA, depart from Lake Charles station.

Bus or fly from Lake Charles to West Monroe?

The best way to get from Lake Charles to West Monroe is to fly which takes 5h 21m and costs $95 - $400. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs $90 - $180 and takes 11h 35m.

Where does the Lake Charles to West Monroe bus arrive?

Lake Charles to West Monroe bus services, operated by Greyhound USA, arrive at Baton Rouge Bus Station.

Can I drive from Lake Charles to West Monroe?

Yes, the driving distance between Lake Charles to West Monroe is 194 miles. It takes approximately 4h 3m to drive from Lake Charles to West Monroe.

Where can I stay near West Monroe?

There are 38+ hotels available in West Monroe.

Lake Charles to West Monroe - 8 ways to travel via train, plane, bus, and car

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There are 8 ways to get from Lake Charles to West Monroe by plane, bus, train, car, taxi, or bus (Greyhound, Flixbus)

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Fly from Lake Charles Regional Airport
best
1. Fly from Lake Charles Regional Airport (LCH) to Monroe Regional Airport (MLU)plane LCH - MLU
5h 21m
$98–399
Taxi
cheapest
1. Take the taxi from Lake Charles to West Monroetaxi 193.1 mi
4h 3m
$22–26
Bus, train
1. Take the bus from Lake Charles to New Orleans Bus Stationbus
2. Take the train from New Orleans Union Passenger Terminal to Jacksontrain
3. Take the bus from Jackson to Monroebus
11h 24m
$134–248
Train, bus
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 Jacksontrain
3. Take the bus from Jackson to Monroebus
14h 15m
$172–336
Drive 193.1 mi
1. Drive from Lake Charles to West Monroecar 193.1 mi
4h 3m
$36–51
Bus to Jack Brooks Regional Airport, fly
1. Take the bus from Lake Charles to Port Arthurbus
2. Fly from Jack Brooks Regional Airport (BPT) to Monroe Regional Airport (MLU)plane BPT - MLU
6h 2m
$161–481
Bus
1. Take the bus from Lake Charles to Baton Rouge Bus Stationbus
2. Take the bus from Baton Rouge Bus Station to Shreveport Bus Stationbus
3. Take the bus from Shreveport Bus Station to Monroebus
11h 35m
$93–173
Bus via Jackson
1. Take the bus from Lake Charles to Baton Rouge Bus Stationbus
2. Take the bus from Baton Rouge Bus Station to Jacksonbus
3. Take the bus from Jackson to Monroebus
13h 15m
$100–183

Lake Charles Regional Airport (LCH) to Monroe Regional Airport (MLU) flights

21Weekly Planes

6h 36mAverage Duration

$67Cheapest Price

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Distance: 193.9 mi
Duration: 5h 21m

What companies run services between Lake Charles, LA, USA and West Monroe, LA, USA?

American Airlines flies from Lake Charles Regional Airport (LCH) to Monroe Regional Airport (MLU) 3 times a day. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Lake Charles to West Monroe via Baton Rouge Bus Station, Shreveport Bus Station, and Monroe in around 11h 35m.

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