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

The cheapest way to get from Mesa to Lake Charles is to fly which costs $90 - $410 and takes 6h 50m.

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

The fastest way to get from Mesa to Lake Charles is to fly which takes 6h 50m and costs $90 - $410.

Is there a direct bus between Mesa and Lake Charles?

No, there is no direct bus from Mesa to Lake Charles. However, there are services departing from University Dr & Mesa Dr and arriving at Lake Charles via 24th St/Baseline PNR, Phoenix, El Paso Bus Station and Houston - Harrisburg Blvd. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 28h 31m.

How far is it from Mesa to Lake Charles?

The distance between Mesa and Lake Charles is 1151 miles. The road distance is 1272.2 miles.

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

The best way to get from Mesa to Lake Charles without a car is to bus which takes 28h 31m and costs $250 - $380.

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

It takes approximately 6h 50m to get from Mesa to Lake Charles, including transfers.

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

Mesa to Lake Charles bus services, operated by CBX Cross Border Express, depart from Phoenix station.

Bus or fly from Mesa to Lake Charles?

The best way to get from Mesa to Lake Charles is to fly which takes 6h 50m and costs $90 - $410. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs $250 - $380 and takes 28h 31m.

Where does the Mesa to Lake Charles bus arrive?

Mesa to Lake Charles bus services, operated by CBX Cross Border Express, arrive at El Paso station.

What is the time difference between Mesa and Lake Charles?

Lake Charles is 1h ahead of Mesa. It is currently 8:28 AM in Mesa and 9:28 AM in Lake Charles.

Can I drive from Mesa to Lake Charles?

Yes, the driving distance between Mesa to Lake Charles is 1272 miles. It takes approximately 20h 23m to drive from Mesa to Lake Charles.

Where can I stay near Lake Charles?

There are 133+ hotels available in Lake Charles.

Mesa to Lake Charles - 7 ways to travel via train, plane, bus, and car

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

Select an option below to see step-by-step directions and to compare ticket prices and travel times in Rome2Rio's travel planner.

Fly to Lake Charles Regional Airport
best
1. Fly from Phoenix (PHX) to Lake Charles Regional Airport (LCH)plane PHX - LCH
6h 50m
$93–405
Bus
1. Take the bus from Phoenix to El Pasobus Cbx
2. Take the bus from El Paso Bus Station to Houston Bus Stationbus
3. Take the bus from Houston - Harrisburg Blvd to Lake Charlesbus
28h 31m
$252–377
Bus, train
1. Take the bus from Tempe to Tucson Downtownbus FlixBus 2042 / ...
2. Take the train from Tucson Amtrak Station to Lake Charles Stationtrain Sunset Limited
33h 54m
$719–1,128
Drive 1,264.9 mi
1. Drive from Mesa to Lake Charlescar 1,264.9 mi
20h 23m
$224–323
Fly to Jack Brooks Regional Airport, bus
1. Fly from Phoenix (PHX) to Jack Brooks Regional Airport (BPT)plane PHX - BPT
2. Take the bus from Port Arthur to Lake Charlesbus
9h 13m
$151–482
Fly to William P. Hobby Airport, bus
1. Fly from Phoenix (PHX) to William P. Hobby Airport (HOU)plane PHX - HOU
2. Take the bus from Houston - Harrisburg Blvd to Lake Charlesbus
8h 20m
$129–444
Fly to Lafayette Regional Airport, train
1. Fly from Phoenix (PHX) to Lafayette Regional Airport (LFT)plane PHX - LFT
2. Take the train from Lafayette Amtrak Station to Lake Charles Stationtrain
9h 7m
$138–480

Mesa to Lake Charles by bus and train

3Weekly Services

33h 54mAverage Duration

$719Cheapest Price

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Distance: 1,144 mi
Duration: 6h 50m

What companies run services between Mesa, AZ, USA and Lake Charles, LA, USA?

United Airlines and American Airlines fly from Phoenix (PHX) to Lake Charles Regional Airport (LCH) every 4 hours. Alternatively, you can take a bus from University Dr & Mesa Dr to Lake Charles via 24th St/Baseline PNR, 24th St & Jefferson St, Phoenix, El Paso, El Paso Bus Station, Houston Bus Station, and Houston - Harrisburg Blvd in around 28h 31m.

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