What is the cheapest way to get from Mississippi to Lake Pontchartrain?

The cheapest way to get from Mississippi to Lake Pontchartrain is to drive which costs $29 - $45 and takes 2h 39m.

What is the fastest way to get from Mississippi to Lake Pontchartrain?

The fastest way to get from Mississippi to Lake Pontchartrain is to drive which takes 2h 39m and costs $29 - $45.

Is there a direct bus between Mississippi and Lake Pontchartrain?

No, there is no direct bus from Mississippi to Lake Pontchartrain. However, there are services departing from Jackson and arriving at University of New Orleans via Elk Pl. and Canal St.. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 5h 21m.

Is there a direct train between Mississippi and Lake Pontchartrain?

No, there is no direct train from Mississippi to Lake Pontchartrain. However, there are services departing from Jackson and arriving at Canal + S. Rampart via UPT Streetcar Bay 1. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 5h 11m.

How far is it from Mississippi to Lake Pontchartrain?

The distance between Mississippi and Lake Pontchartrain is 192 miles. The road distance is 162.6 miles.

How do I travel from Mississippi to Lake Pontchartrain without a car?

The best way to get from Mississippi to Lake Pontchartrain without a car is to train which takes 5h 11m and costs $60 - $130.

How long does it take to get from Mississippi to Lake Pontchartrain?

It takes approximately 5h 11m to get from Mississippi to Lake Pontchartrain, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Mississippi to Lake Pontchartrain bus from?

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

Where do I catch the Mississippi to Lake Pontchartrain train from?

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

Train or bus from Mississippi to Lake Pontchartrain?

The best way to get from Mississippi to Lake Pontchartrain is to train which takes 5h 11m and costs $60 - $130. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs $55 - $80 and takes 5h 21m.

Where does the Mississippi to Lake Pontchartrain bus arrive?

Mississippi to Lake Pontchartrain bus services, operated by Greyhound USA, arrive at New Orleans Bus Station.

Where does the Mississippi to Lake Pontchartrain train arrive?

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

Can I drive from Mississippi to Lake Pontchartrain?

Yes, the driving distance between Mississippi to Lake Pontchartrain is 163 miles. It takes approximately 2h 39m to drive from Mississippi to Lake Pontchartrain.

Where can I stay near Lake Pontchartrain?

There are 1094+ hotels available in Lake Pontchartrain.

Mississippi to Lake Pontchartrain - 3 ways to travel via train, bus, and car

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

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Train (Amtrak)
best
1. Take the train from Jackson to New Orleans Union Passenger Terminaltrain City of New Orleans
5h 11m
$64–124
Drive 161.6 mi
cheapest
1. Drive from Jackson to Mandevillecar 161.6 mi
2h 39m
$30–43
Bus
1. Take the bus from Jackson to New Orleans Bus Stationbus Greyhound US1173
5h 21m
$58–78

Mississippi to Lake Pontchartrain by train, tram, and bus (Amtrak)

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5h 11mAverage Duration

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Distance: 191.1 mi
Duration: 5h 11m

What companies run services between Mississippi, USA and Lake Pontchartrain, LA, USA?

Amtrak operates a train from Jackson to New Orleans Union Passenger Terminal once daily. Tickets cost $60–120 and the journey takes 3h 58m. Alternatively, Greyhound USA operates a bus from Jackson to New Orleans Bus Station once daily. Tickets cost $30–65 and the journey takes 4h 10m. Jefferson Lines also services this route once daily.

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