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| Operated by | Vehicle type | Departure time | Departure location | Trip duration | Arrival time | Arrival location | Recommended | Price and booking link |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
FlixBus + Greyhound | Bus | Lake Charles, LA Bus Stop | Chicago 95Th & Dan Ryan | No tags | ||||
Greyhound + FlixBus | Bus | Lake Charles, LA Bus Stop | Downtown Greyhound Station | No tags | ||||
Greyhound + FlixBus | Bus | Lake Charles, LA Bus Stop | 537-517 W. Jackson Blvd | No tags | ||||
FlixBus + Greyhound | Bus | Lake Charles, LA Bus Stop | Downtown Greyhound Station | No tags | ||||
FlixBus + Greyhound | Bus | Lake Charles, LA Bus Stop | 537-517 W. Jackson Blvd | No tags |
Compare 2 ways to go from Lake Charles to Chicago
Among the sustainable travel choices, the bus stands out as a good way to reach Chicago. The journey takes about 1 day, 10 hours, and with fares starting at just $194, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.
Where are the popular stops in Lake Charles and Chicago?
Stops in Lake Charles
- A
Lake Charles Greyhound
1825 I-10, Lake Charles, LA 70601, USA - B
Waffle House Lake Charles
804 N Lakeshore Dr, Lake Charles, LA 70601, USA
Stops in Chicago
- A630 W Harrison St, Chicago, IL 60607, USA
- C
Polk St & Canal St
500-536 W Polk St, Chicago IL 60607, USA - D
Tornado Bus S Kedzie Ave
2807 S Kedzie Ave, Chicago, IL 60623, USA - E
Cumberland CTA
5800 N Cumberland Ave, Chicago, IL 60631, USA - F
Turimex California Ave
2139 S California Ave, Chicago, IL 60608, USA
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Frequently asked questions about travelling from Lake Charles to Chicago by bus
Please note that schedules, routes, or operator details shown here may be updated or vary at the time of your trip.
How much is the bus ticket from Lake Charles to Chicago?
The cheapest bus tickets from Lake Charles to Chicago start from $194. The average price for this route is around $287. Busbud recommends that you book your tickets in advance for a better chance to get the lowest possible price.
How long is the bus ride from Lake Charles to Chicago?
The average bus travel time from Lake Charles to Chicago is 1d 10h, covering a distance of 1373 km. The quickest bus can get you there in 1d 2h and is operated by FlixBus.
Which bus companies service the Lake Charles to Chicago route?
What are the earliest and latest departure times for the bus from Lake Charles to Chicago?
The earliest bus departs from Lake Charles to Chicago at 9:35am. And the latest bus departs at 9:10pm.
What are the CO₂ emissions for the bus trip from Lake Charles to Chicago?
A bus trip from Lake Charles to Chicago generates an estimated 34 kg of CO₂, making it a highly eco-friendly travel option and a mode of travel recommended by Busbud.
What is the best bus company from Lake Charles to Chicago?
According to Busbud customers, the highest-rated bus company on this route is FlixBus, with an average rating of 3.5 out of 5 stars based on 11380 reviews.
Which bus company has the best Wi-Fi from Lake Charles to Chicago?
Based on Busbud reviews, the bus company FlixBus has the highest Wi-Fi rating with a score of 2.7.
Which bus company has the best on-time performance from Lake Charles to Chicago?
According to Busbud traveller reviews, the most punctual bus company on this route is FlixBus, with a punctuality rating of 3.9 out of 5 stars.
Which bus company has the cleanest buses from Lake Charles to Chicago?
According to Busbud traveller reviews, the bus company with the cleanest buses on this route is FlixBus, with a cleanliness rating of 4.1 out of 5 stars.
Find cheapest prices for buses
Price is for a one-way ticket for one passenger and based on past searches.
The cheapest trip from Lake Charles to Chicago was searched and found on Dec 1, 2025 with a price of $184To save money and be sure you have the best seat, it's a good idea to buy your bus tickets from Lake Charles to Chicago, as early as possible.
You can expect to pay from $184 to $571 for a bus ticket from Lake Charles to Chicago based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at $184 which is on 2025-12-01.
What's the cheapest way to go from Lake Charles to Chicago?
The bus is the cheapest travel choice for this destinationTop travelled bus routes
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