How far is Tampa from Lake Charles?

The distance between Tampa and Lake Charles is approximately 1077 km (668 miles).

What are the departure and arrival locations for buses traveling from Tampa to Lake Charles?

Buses departing from Tampa 13th Avenue Bus Stop (McDonald's) in Tampa will take you to Lake Charles Greyhound in Lake Charles.

Bus from Tampa to Lake Charles starting at US$90 | Compare & Save up to 60%

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This trip is recommended because it is the: Cheapest
Departure time: July 31 at 9:50pm
Departure city: Tampa
Departure location: University of South Florida
Arrival time: August 2 at 9:40am
Destination city: Lake Charles
Destination location: Lake Charles, LA
Operated by: FlixBus + Greyhound Lines, Inc.
FlixBus + Greyhound Lines, Inc.
Vehicle: BusDuration: 1d 12h
This trip is recommended because it is the: Fastest
Departure time: July 31 at 11:10am
Departure city: Tampa
Departure location: Tampa Bus Station
Arrival time: August 1 at 11:15am
Destination city: Lake Charles
Destination location: Lake Charles, LA
Operated by: Greyhound Lines, Inc. + FlixBus
Greyhound Lines, Inc. + FlixBus
Vehicle: BusDuration: 1d 1h
Departure time: July 31 at 6:10am
Departure city: Tampa
Departure location: Tampa Bus Station
Arrival time: August 1 at 9:40am
Destination city: Lake Charles
Destination location: Lake Charles, LA
Operated by: Greyhound Lines, Inc. + FlixBus
Greyhound Lines, Inc. + FlixBus
Vehicle: BusDuration: 1d 4h
Departure time: July 31 at 11:10am
Departure city: Tampa
Departure location: Tampa Bus Station
Arrival time: August 1 at 11:15am
Destination city: Lake Charles
Destination location: Lake Charles, LA
Operated by: Greyhound Lines, Inc. + FlixBus
Greyhound Lines, Inc. + FlixBus
Vehicle: BusDuration: 1d 1h
Departure time: July 31 at 10:35pm
Departure city: Tampa
Departure location: Tampa Bus Station
Arrival time: August 2 at 11:15am
Destination city: Lake Charles
Destination location: Lake Charles, LA
Operated by: FlixBus + Greyhound Lines, Inc.
FlixBus + Greyhound Lines, Inc.
Vehicle: BusDuration: 1d 13h

Last refresh of the prices: Last Thursday at 12:46 PM EDT.

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Bus Tampa to Lake Charles: Trip Overview

Average Ticket PriceUS$114

Average Bus Trip Duration1d 4h

Number of daily buses3

Earliest bus departure6:10am

Distance1072 km

Latest bus departure10:35pm

Tampa to Lake Charles Bus

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Where are the popular stops in Tampa and Lake Charles?

Stops in Tampa

A - Tampa 13th Avenue Bus Stop (McDonald's)

B - Tampa USF, FL

C - Greyhound Station

D - E Sligh Ave

E - N Marion St & E Laurel St

F - Port of Tampa

Stops in Lake Charles

A - Lake Charles Greyhound

B - Waffle House Lake Charles

Frequently asked questions on the trip Tampa - Lake Charles

How far is Tampa from Lake Charles?
The distance between Tampa and Lake Charles is approximately 1077 km (668 miles).
What are the departure and arrival locations for buses traveling from Tampa to Lake Charles?
Buses departing from Tampa 13th Avenue Bus Stop (McDonald's) in Tampa will take you to Lake Charles Greyhound in Lake Charles.

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