Bus Tickets from San Diego, CA, US to Lake Charles

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  • This trip is recommended because it is the: Cheapest + Fastest
    Departure time: August 14 at
    Departure city: San Diego
    Departure location: Greyhound Bus Stop
    Arrival time: August 16 at
    Destination city: Lake Charles
    Destination location: Lake Charles, LA
    Operated by: Greyhound Lines, Inc. + FlixBus
    Greyhound Lines, Inc. + FlixBus
    Vehicle: BusDuration:
  • Departure time: August 14 at
    Departure city: San Diego
    Departure location: San Diego (Old Town-FlixBus)
    Arrival time: August 16 at
    Destination city: Lake Charles
    Destination location: Lake Charles, LA
    Operated by: FlixBus + Greyhound Lines, Inc.
    FlixBus + Greyhound Lines, Inc.
    Vehicle: BusDuration:
  • Departure time: August 14 at
    Departure city: San Diego
    Departure location: Downtown SD (Seaport)
    Arrival time: August 16 at
    Destination city: Lake Charles
    Destination location: Lake Charles, LA
    Operated by: FlixBus + Greyhound Lines, Inc. + Greyhound Lines Mexico
    FlixBus + Greyhound Lines, Inc. + Greyhound Lines Mexico
    Vehicle: BusDuration:
  • Departure time: August 14 at
    Departure city: San Diego
    Departure location: San Diego (Old Town-FlixBus)
    Arrival time: August 16 at
    Destination city: Lake Charles
    Destination location: Lake Charles, LA
    Operated by: FlixBus + Greyhound Lines, Inc.
    FlixBus + Greyhound Lines, Inc.
    Vehicle: BusDuration:
  • Departure time: August 14 at
    Departure city: San Diego
    Departure location: UCSD Health La Jolla Station
    Arrival time: August 16 at
    Destination city: Lake Charles
    Destination location: Lake Charles, LA
    Operated by: FlixBus + Greyhound Lines, Inc.
    FlixBus + Greyhound Lines, Inc.
    Vehicle: BusDuration:

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Compare 2 ways to go from San Diego to Lake Charles

Average PriceUS$186 - US$506Average Duration1d 22h
57kg CO₂e5 out of 5 stars
CheapestMost eco-friendly
Average PriceUS$237 - US$238Average Duration1d 21h
208kg CO₂e1 out of 5 stars
Fastest
busbud logoBusbud recommends taking the train from San Diego to Lake Charles

Among the sustainable travel choices, the train stands out as a good way to reach Lake Charles. The journey takes about 1 day, 21 hours 19 minutes, and with fares starting at just US$237, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

2train per day
1d 21hAverage Duration
US$237Cheapest ticket
208kgCO₂ emissions

Bus San Diego, CA, US to Lake Charles: Trip Overview

Average Ticket PriceUS$301
Average Bus Trip Duration1d 22h
Number of daily buses6
Earliest bus departure7:35am
Distance2287 km
Latest bus departure7:35pm

San Diego to Lake Charles Bus

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Frequently asked questions on the trip San Diego, CA, US - Lake Charles

  1. What is the travel distance from San Diego to Lake Charles?

    The distance between San Diego and Lake Charles is around 2285 km (1417 miles).

  2. What are the departure and arrival locations for buses traveling from San Diego to Lake Charles?

    Buses traveling this route start their trip at Mission Valley Sheraton, in San Diego, and end it at Lake Charles Greyhound, in Lake Charles.

About Bus Travel

Bus Travel Tips

Make friends with the driver. They usually know a lot about your destination and may even recommend which side of the bus to sit on to get the best views on the road between San Diego and Lake Charles!

Start sightseeing the minute your bus leaves the station. If you're on the night bus from San Diego to Lake Charles, get comfy and count the stars.

Buses are energy-efficient. Carrying a passenger over 100 kms by coach only takes 0.6-0.9 liters of gas. Compare that to the 2.6 liters required by high-speed train, 6.6 liters by airplane and 7.6 liters by gas-powered car, and it's clear that the bus is a more environmentally-conscious option for your bus transportation from San Diego to Lake Charles.

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Did you know?

Did you know that 80% of the buses in North America are equipped with WiFi and power outlets ? And 60% of bus travellers have used their electronic device on board during 2014.

It takes 27 hours to go by bus from Lima to Cusco, one of the craziest bus trips on the world. This route is used daily by locals and backpackers.

The word 'bus' is an abbreviation of 'omnibus" which means 'for all' in Latin as buses were meant to be transportation for everybody.

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Bus from San Diego, CA, US to Lake Charles

You can also go to Lake Charles by train

Train from San Diego, CA, US to Lake Charles

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