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| Operated by | Vehicle type | Departure time | Departure location | Trip duration | Arrival time | Arrival location | Recommended | Price and booking link |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
 | Austin Eastside Bus Plaza | Lake Charles, LA | CheapestFastest | |||||
| Downtown Austin | Lake Charles, LA | No tags | |||||
| Austin South Congress | Lake Charles, LA | No tags |
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Busbud recommends taking the bus from Austin to Lake CharlesAmong the sustainable travel choices, the bus stands out as a good way to reach Lake Charles. The journey takes about 5 hours 40 minutes, and with fares starting at just US$43, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.
Bus Austin, TX, US to Lake Charles: Trip Overview
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Based on 10186 reviews, the company was rated 3.5 stars on Busbud. Travellers were especially satisfied with the ticket access and the temperature but often complained with the WiFi. FlixBus ticket prices on this trip start at US$43
Austin to Lake Charles Bus
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Frequently asked questions on the trip Austin, TX, US - Lake Charles
How far is Austin from Lake Charles?
The distance covered from Austin to Lake Charles is 436 km (270 miles).
What are the departure and arrival locations for buses traveling from Austin to Lake Charles?
Buses traveling this route start their trip at Greyhound Station, in Austin, and end it at Lake Charles Greyhound, in Lake Charles.
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Price is for a one-way ticket for one passenger and based on past searches.
The cheapest trip from Austin, TX, US to Lake Charles was searched and found on Aug 21, 2025 with a price of US$35To save money and be sure you have the best seat, it's a good idea to buy your bus tickets from Austin, TX, US to Lake Charles, as early as possible.
You can expect to pay from US$35 to US$67 for a bus ticket from Austin, TX, US to Lake Charles based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at US$38 which is on 2025-08-27.
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If you're abroad, study some local language. Not only could it get you out of a pickle during your bus trip from Austin to Lake Charles but it'll also be endearing to native speakers who will surely appreciate your effort.
Start sightseeing the minute your bus leaves the station. If you're on the night bus from Austin 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 Austin to Lake Charles.
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Did you know?
The average number of passengers on a coach bus is 32 meaning that a bus could replace a minimum of at least 30 cars!
Did you know there are on average 4,400 intercity bus departures every day in the US only? This number has been growing for 9 years in a row, yay!
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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