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| Operated by | Vehicle type | Departure time | Departure location | Trip duration | Arrival time | Arrival location | Recommended | Price and booking link |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
 | New Orleans Bus Station | Lake Charles (City Point) | CheapestFastest | |||||
| New Orleans Bus Station | Lake Charles (City Point) | No tags |
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Busbud recommends taking the bus from New Orleans to Lake CharlesAmong the sustainable travel choices, the bus stands out as the good way to reach Lake Charles. The journey takes about 3 hours 30 minutes and with fares starting at just $36, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.
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Flixbus is a European bus operator that offers intercity and bus travel in over 38 countries. Known for their easy-to-spot lime green buses and for offering affordable transportation between cities in Europe and the Americas, Flixbus is a good option for those looking for an affordable, reliable bus company. In their buses, you'll find free WiFi, bathrooms, and power outlets. You can also pay extra to choose your seat and get extra legroom, or even buy a snack or drink onboard directly from the driver. You can reschedule your ticket for a small fee, which varies from $1 to $5, depending on how close you are to the departure date.
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The cheapest trip from New Orleans to Lake Charles was searched and found on Sep 29, 2025 with a price of $28To save money and be sure you have the best seat, it's a good idea to buy your bus tickets from New Orleans to Lake Charles, as early as possible.
You can expect to pay from $28 to $34 for a bus ticket from New Orleans to Lake Charles based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at $28 which is on 2025-09-29.
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