How far is Lake Charles from Washington?

Lake Charles and Washington are 1095 miles (1766 km) apart.

What are the departure and arrival stations when taking the bus from Lake Charles to Washington?

Most of the buses traveling from Lake Charles to Washington leave from Lake Charles Greyhound and arrive at Dupont Circle. These are the most popular pick-up and drop-off locations on this route, but you can find others that could fit better into your travel plans.

What are the best sights and things to do in Washington?

Once in Washington, you can start exploring the city and discover its surroundings. The top sights and things to do are John F. Kennedy Center for the Performing Arts, United States Botanic Garden, Arlington National Cemetery, Supreme Court and The White House.

Bus Lake Charles to Washington from $126 | Refundable Tickets

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Next departures for Lake Charles to Washington on November 14
Operated by	Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Greyhound + FlixBus	Bus	2:00am	Lake Charles, LA Bus Stop	1d 9h	12:15pm	Union Station	No tags
FlixBus + Greyhound	Bus	2:00am	Lake Charles, LA Bus Stop	1d 9h	12:15pm	Union Station	No tags
Greyhound + FlixBus	Bus	4:50pm	Lake Charles, LA Bus Stop	1d 4h	10:15pm	Union Station	No tags
FlixBus + Greyhound	Bus	4:50pm	Lake Charles, LA Bus Stop	1d 12h	6:15am	Springfield Bus Stop, VA	No tags
FlixBus + Greyhound	Bus	4:50pm	Lake Charles, LA Bus Stop	1d 5h	10:55pm	Union Station	No tags

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We recommend taking the bus

Among the sustainable travel choices, the bus stands out as the good way to reach Washington. The journey takes about 1 day, 10 hours 15 minutes and with fares starting at just $126, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

3bus per day

1d 10hAverage Duration

1095 milesDistance

44kgCO₂ emissions

	Average Price	Average Duration	CO₂ emissions	Actions
Bus	Average Price$126 - $235	Average Duration1d 10h	CO₂ emissions 44kg CO₂e
Train	Average Price$261 - $261	Average Duration1d 21h	CO₂ emissions 161kg CO₂e

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Greyhound

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Staff3.6

Timeliness2.9

Cleanliness3.3

Wifi2.4

Greyhound Lines offers the most comprehensive intercity bus services in the United States. They operate a modern, environmentally friendly fleet that serves more than 2400 destinations and carries nearly 16 million passengers annually. When traveling with them, you can expect free WiFi, onboard entertainment, bathrooms, power outlets and decent legroom. One of the great perks of Greyhound is that they connect big cities and smaller towns in the US, where you usually can't get to by train or plane. If you're looking for safe and affordable transportation, Greyhound is a great choice.

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Where are the popular stops in Lake Charles and Washington?

Stops in Lake Charles

A - Lake Charles Greyhound

B - Waffle House Lake Charles

Stops in Washington

A - Dupont Circle

B - Union Station

C - Metro Center Station

D - L’Enfant Plaza

E - 10th Street NW

F - Foggy Bottom

Frequently asked questions about traveling from Lake Charles to Washington, DC, US by bus

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