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

The cheapest way to get from Tampa to Lake Charles is to bus which costs $120 - $260 and takes 19h 20m.

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

The fastest way to get from Tampa to Lake Charles is to fly which takes 7h 10m and costs $100 - $470.

Is there a direct bus between Tampa and Lake Charles?

No, there is no direct bus from Tampa station to Lake Charles. However, there are services departing from Tampa Bus Station and arriving at Lake Charles via Tallahassee. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 19h 20m.

Is there a direct train between Tampa and Lake Charles?

No, there is no direct train from Tampa to Lake Charles station. However, there are services departing from Tampa and arriving at Lake Charles Station via Cary, Greensboro and New Orleans Union Passenger Terminal. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 46h 31m.

How far is it from Tampa to Lake Charles?

The distance between Tampa and Lake Charles is 682 miles. The road distance is 810.3 miles.

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

The best way to get from Tampa to Lake Charles without a car is to bus which takes 19h 20m and costs $120 - $260.

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

It takes approximately 7h 10m to get from Tampa to Lake Charles, including transfers.

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

Tampa to Lake Charles bus services, operated by Greyhound-us, depart from Tampa Bus Station.

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

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

Train, bus or fly from Tampa to Lake Charles?

The best way to get from Tampa to Lake Charles is to fly which takes 7h 10m and costs $100 - $470. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs $120 - $260 and takes 19h 20m, you could also train, which costs $600 - $1,300 and takes 46h 31m.

Where does the Tampa to Lake Charles bus arrive?

Tampa to Lake Charles bus services, operated by Greyhound-us, arrive at Tallahassee station.

What is the time difference between Tampa and Lake Charles?

Lake Charles is 1h behind Tampa. It is currently 10:12 AM in Tampa and 9:12 AM in Lake Charles.

Where does the Tampa to Lake Charles train arrive?

Tampa to Lake Charles train services, operated by Amtrak, arrive at Cary station.

Can I drive from Tampa to Lake Charles?

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

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

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

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Where can I stay near Lake Charles?

There are 124+ hotels available in Lake Charles.

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

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Fly to Lake Charles Regional Airport
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1. Fly from Tampa (TPA) to Lake Charles Regional Airport (LCH)plane TPA - LCH
7h 10m
$108–465
Bus
1. Take the bus from Tampa Bus Station to Tallahasseebus Greyhound US0780s
2. Take the bus from Tallahassee to Lake Charlesbus Greyhound US0799
19h 20m
$128–252
Train (Amtrak)
1. Take the train from Tampa to Carytrain
2. Take the train from Cary to Greensborotrain
3. Take the train from Greensboro to New Orleans Union Passenger Terminaltrain
4. Take the train from New Orleans Union Passenger Terminal to Lake Charles Stationtrain
46h 31m
$608–1,270
Drive 805.6 mi
1. Drive from Tampa to Lake Charlescar 805.6 mi
13h 53m
$147–213
Fly to Lafayette Regional Airport, train
1. Fly from Tampa (TPA) to Lafayette Regional Airport (LFT)plane TPA - LFT
2. Take the train from Lafayette Amtrak Station to Lake Charles Stationtrain
8h 53m
$132–515
Fly to William P. Hobby Airport, bus
1. Fly from Tampa (TPA) to William P. Hobby Airport (HOU)plane TPA - HOU
2. Take the bus from Houston - Harrisburg Blvd to Lake Charlesbus
8h 7m
$314–774
Bus via Tampa USF
1. Take the bus from Tampa USF to Tallahassee FSUbus Miami–Tallahassee via Tampa
2. Take the bus from Tallahassee to Lake Charlesbus Greyhound US0799
22h 26m
$161–316

Tampa to Lake Charles by bus

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19h 20mAverage Duration

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Distance: 678.3 mi
Duration: 7h 10m

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

United Airlines, American Airlines, and Frontier Airlines fly from Tampa (TPA) to Lake Charles Regional Airport (LCH) 5 times a day. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Tampa Bus Station to Lake Charles via Tallahassee in around 19h 20m.

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