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Next departures from Lake Charles to Los Angeles on 25 August
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Amtrak
Lake Charles, LA
Union StationCheapestFastest
Amtrak
Lake Charles, LA
Union StationNo tags
Amtrak
Lake Charles, LA
Union StationNo tags
Amtrak
Lake Charles, LA
Union StationNo tags

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Compare 2 ways to travel from Lake Charles to Los Angeles

Average priceUS$149 - US$512Average duration2d 23h
60kg CO₂e5 out of 5 stars
CheapestMost eco-friendly
Average priceUS$214 - US$1,112Average duration1d 17h
217kg CO₂e1 out of 5 stars
Fastest
busbud logoBusbud recommends taking the bus from Lake Charles to Los Angeles

Among the sustainable travel choices, the bus stands out as a good way to reach Los Angeles. The journey takes about 2 days, 23 hours and with fares starting at just US$149, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

7bus per day
2d 23hAverage duration
US$149Cheapest ticket
60kgCO₂ emissions

Train Lake Charles to Los Angeles, US: Trip Overview

Please note, this information is subject to change.

Average ticket priceUS$307
Average train trip duration1d 17h
Number of daily trains1
Earliest train departure13:55
Distance1480 miles

Lake Charles to Los Angeles Train

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Frequently asked questions on the trip Lake Charles - Los Angeles, US

  1. How much does a cheap train ticket from Lake Charles to Los Angeles cost?

    The average train ticket price from Lake Charles to Los Angeles is US$307. The best way to find cheap train tickets from Lake Charles to Los Angeles is to book your tickets as early as possible. Prices tend to rise as your travel date approaches, so book in advance to secure the best prices!

  2. How long is the train trip from Lake Charles to Los Angeles?

    A train trip between Lake Charles and Los Angeles is around 1d 17h, although the fastest train will take about 1d 17h. This is the time it takes to travel the 1483 miles that separates the two cities.

  3. How many daily train are there between Lake Charles and Los Angeles?

    The number of trains from Lake Charles to Los Angeles can differ depending on the day of the week. On average, there is 1. Some trains are direct while others have layovers. Simplify your train trip from Lake Charles to Los Angeles by comparing and selecting the train that fits your travel style and budget on Busbud.

  4. Which train companies travel from Lake Charles to Los Angeles?

    When taking the train from Lake Charles to Los Angeles, you can travel comfortably and safely with Amtrak.

Find cheapest prices for trains

Price is for a one-way ticket for one passenger and based on past searches.

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20/08
US$295
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23/08
US$275
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25/08
US$205
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busbud logoThe cheapest trip from Lake Charles to Los Angeles, US was searched and found on 25 Aug 2025 with a price of US$205

To save money and be sure you have the best seat, it's a good idea to buy your train tickets from Lake Charles to Los Angeles, US as early as possible.

You can expect to pay from US$205 to US$1,209 for a train ticket from Lake Charles to Los Angeles, US based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at US$205, which is on 2025-08-25.

About Train Travel

Train Travel Tips

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Regional train? High-speed train? Whichever train to Los Angeles you take, you’ll help reduce the environmental impact and carbon footprint of your trip. As you watch the landscapes unfold before your eyes, you can tell yourself that with this choice, you are making sure they remain protected.

By choosing the train between Lake Charles and Los Angeles, you emit up to 30 times less CO2 than for the same journey made by plane or car!

Tune out to the fine sounds of your best music playlist on your train trip from Lake Charles to Los Angeles while indulging in miles on end of beautiful scenic views.

Did you know?

Japanese trains are always on time. It is extremely infrequent to see breakdowns during peak periods. In the event of a delay of more than 5 minutes, the crew will personally apologise to each passenger.

The magnetic levitation train (Maglev for short) is currently the fastest train in the world. With a speed of 603 km/ h, it is closely followed by the French high-speed train (574.8 km / h) which remains in 2020, the fastest train to date

The first high-speed train line was inaugurated in 1964, in Japan, to connect Tokyo with Osaka. It was during the Olympics that the first passengers travelled aboard the Shinkansen at a speed of 210 km / h.

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Train from Los Angeles, US to Lake Charles

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