What is the cheapest way to get from Mississippi to Lafayette?

The cheapest way to get from Mississippi to Lafayette is to drive which costs $35 - $60 and takes 4h 2m.

What is the fastest way to get from Mississippi to Lafayette?

The fastest way to get from Mississippi to Lafayette is to drive which takes 4h 2m and costs $35 - $60.

Is there a direct bus between Mississippi and Lafayette?

No, there is no direct bus from Mississippi to Lafayette. However, there are services departing from Jackson and arriving at Lafayette Transit System via Baton Rouge Bus Station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 7h 55m.

Is there a direct train between Mississippi and Lafayette?

No, there is no direct train from Mississippi to Lafayette station. However, there are services departing from Jackson and arriving at Lafayette Amtrak Station via New Orleans Union Passenger Terminal. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 8h 22m.

How far is it from Mississippi to Lafayette?

The distance between Mississippi and Lafayette is 339 miles. The road distance is 217.1 miles.

How do I travel from Mississippi to Lafayette without a car?

The best way to get from Mississippi to Lafayette without a car is to bus which takes 7h 55m and costs $50 - $100.

How long does it take to get from Mississippi to Lafayette?

It takes approximately 7h 55m to get from Mississippi to Lafayette, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Mississippi to Lafayette bus from?

Mississippi to Lafayette bus services, operated by Greyhound USA, depart from Jackson station.

Where do I catch the Mississippi to Lafayette train from?

Mississippi to Lafayette train services, operated by Amtrak, depart from Jackson station.

Train or bus from Mississippi to Lafayette?

The best way to get from Mississippi to Lafayette is to bus which takes 7h 55m and costs $50 - $100. Alternatively, you can train, which costs $100 - $230 and takes 8h 22m.

Where does the Mississippi to Lafayette bus arrive?

Mississippi to Lafayette bus services, operated by Greyhound USA, arrive at Baton Rouge Bus Station.

Where does the Mississippi to Lafayette train arrive?

Mississippi to Lafayette train services, operated by Amtrak, arrive at New Orleans Union Passenger Terminal station.

Can I drive from Mississippi to Lafayette?

Yes, the driving distance between Mississippi to Lafayette is 217 miles. It takes approximately 4h 2m to drive from Mississippi to Lafayette.

How do I get a train ticket from Mississippi to Lafayette?

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How do I get a bus ticket from Mississippi to Lafayette?

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Where can I stay near Lafayette?

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There are 3 ways to get from Mississippi to Lafayette by bus (Greyhound), train (Amtrak), or car

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Bus (Greyhound)
best
1. Take the bus from Jackson to Baton Rouge Bus Stationbus Greyhound US1173
2. Take the bus from Baton Rouge Bus Station to Lafayette Transit Systembus Greyhound US0602 / ...
7h 55m
$51–96
Drive 215.8 mi
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1. Drive from Jackson to Lafayettecar 215.8 mi
4h 2m
$40–57
Train (Amtrak)
1. Take the train from Jackson to New Orleans Union Passenger Terminaltrain City of New Orleans
2. Take the train from New Orleans Union Passenger Terminal to Lafayette Amtrak Stationtrain Sunset Limited
8h 22m
$104–221

Mississippi to Lafayette by bus (Greyhound)

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7h 55mAverage Duration

$51Cheapest Price

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Distance: 336.7 mi
Duration: 7h 55m

What companies run services between Mississippi, USA and Lafayette, LA, USA?

You can take a bus from Jackson to Lafayette Transit System via Baton Rouge Bus Station in around 7h 55m. Alternatively, you can take a train from Jackson to Lafayette Amtrak Station via New Orleans Union Passenger Terminal in around 8h 22m.

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