How to get from San Antonio, TX to Lake Charles, LA

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What is the best way to travel from San Antonio, TX to Lake Charles, LA?

Looking for a trip? Compare all the available Buses and Flights for the journey to Lake Charles, LA from San Antonio, TX. Check between different modes of transportation, look for the cheapest tickets, fastest rides and most popular stations, and see all 3 available companies to find your perfect trip!
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7h 35m
$63
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What is the cheapest way to reach Lake Charles, LA from San Antonio, TX?

You can get to Lake Charles, LA with just $63 by taking a Bus from Greyhound US, but you can find many more cheap offers: we have selected the best ones for next few days here for you.

Friday
Saturday
Sunday
Monday
Tuesday
Wednesday
from $63
Thursday
from $68

    Cheapest Buses Wednesday

  • Greyhound US
    7h 35m
    0
    1:30 PM
    San Antonio, TX
    Bus Station
    9:05 PM
    Lake Charles, LA
    Road King Travel Plaza
    0
    Greyhound US
    Economy
    $63
  • Greyhound Lines Mexico
    13h 25m
    0
    7:00 PM
    San Antonio, TX
    Bus Station
    8:25 AM
    Lake Charles, LA
    Road King Travel Plaza
    0
    Greyhound Lines Mexico
    Economy
    $63

    Cheapest Buses Thursday

  • FlixBus
    9h 30m
    0
    10:00 AM
    San Antonio, TX
    Bus Station
    7:30 PM
    Lake Charles, LA
    Road King Travel Plaza
    0
    FlixBus
    Economy
    $68
  • Greyhound US
    7h 35m
    0
    1:30 PM
    San Antonio, TX
    Bus Station
    9:05 PM
    Lake Charles, LA
    Road King Travel Plaza
    0
    Greyhound US
    Economy
    $68
  • Greyhound Lines Mexico
    13h 25m
    0
    7:00 PM
    San Antonio, TX
    Bus Station
    8:25 AM
    Lake Charles, LA
    Road King Travel Plaza
    0
    Greyhound Lines Mexico
    Economy
    $68

What are the fastest trips from San Antonio, TX to Lake Charles, LA?

You can get to Lake Charles, LA from San Antonio, TX in just 7h 35m with a Bus from Greyhound US. This is not the only option, and you can click on any of the offers below to compare it with the other modes of transportations.

Friday
Saturday
Sunday
Monday
Tuesday
Wednesday
from 7h 35m
Thursday
from 7h 35m

    Fastest Buses Wednesday

  • Greyhound US
    7h 35m
    0
    1:30 PM
    San Antonio, TX
    Bus Station
    9:05 PM
    Lake Charles, LA
    Road King Travel Plaza
    0
    Greyhound US
    Economy
    $63
  • Greyhound Lines Mexico
    13h 25m
    0
    7:00 PM
    San Antonio, TX
    Bus Station
    8:25 AM
    Lake Charles, LA
    Road King Travel Plaza
    0
    Greyhound Lines Mexico
    Economy
    $63

    Fastest Buses Thursday

  • Greyhound US
    7h 35m
    0
    1:30 PM
    San Antonio, TX
    Bus Station
    9:05 PM
    Lake Charles, LA
    Road King Travel Plaza
    0
    Greyhound US
    Economy
    $68
  • FlixBus
    9h 30m
    0
    10:00 AM
    San Antonio, TX
    Bus Station
    7:30 PM
    Lake Charles, LA
    Road King Travel Plaza
    0
    FlixBus
    Economy
    $68
  • Greyhound Lines Mexico
    13h 25m
    0
    7:00 PM
    San Antonio, TX
    Bus Station
    8:25 AM
    Lake Charles, LA
    Road King Travel Plaza
    0
    Greyhound Lines Mexico
    Economy
    $68
Here you will find all operators and timetables for a Bus from San Antonio, TX to Lake Charles, LA

What are the most popular stations in San Antonio, TX and Lake Charles, LA?

In San Antonio, TX, you will usually depart from Tornado Bus Company, Bus Station or W. Southcross & Buffalo Bus Stop, while in Lake Charles, LA you will be arriving at Bus Stop, Waffle House or Gerstner Memorial Dr, but there are many more stops to explore in both locations.

How do I decide? Some tips and tricks from our experience

Are you having trouble deciding on how to get to Lake Charles, LA from San Antonio, TX? With 2 connections between 3 Bus and Flight operators, it can be difficult to find the one ride that will make you happy. But we have some tips that can help you make the best informed decision. First of all, the best trip is always the one that meets all your needs, so make a list of all the things that you want from this journey and look for something that will satisfy all of them. Here we will go through some of the factors mostly commonly taken into consideration.

Look for the lowest price

Ticket price is usually the main concern: even if you can afford to pay more, why do it if there are cheaper options? Saving on the trip means that you can spend more on the vacation itself! Between San Antonio, TX and Lake Charles, LA, you can pay as low as $63 with a Bus from Greyhound US.

Travel duration

Time is also an important factor. An earlier departure may allow you to see a beautiful sunset or relax before an important event. And remember, time is money, so paying more for a shorter trip may be well worth it. For longer distances, flights are without doubt the best options, but be mindful of airport times and possible delays: a high-speed train may end up cheaper and faster! Here the quicker option is definitely the Bus from Greyhound US: you will get to Lake Charles, LA in just 7h 35m.

Comfort makes all the difference

You should always take into account what your personal travelling preferences are. Is one hand luggage enough, or are you trasporting more? Would you like to have a snack during the journey? Can you relax in a busy compartment, or do you need space for yourself? Even among the same mode of transportation, different companies will offer you varying levels of comfort and amenities. The main operators connecting San Antonio, TX and Lake Charles, LA are Greyhound US, Greyhound Lines Mexico and FlixBus, but be sure to check what they have to offer!

Save money with deals, and always compare

One last tip? Even if you live in San Antonio, TX and Lake Charles, LA is your only destination, it may be wise to check the offers from and to nearby cities or, if you are flyng, nearby airports. Check the trips from Olmos Park, TX or to Prien, LA, and look at flights from San Antonio Airport, and landing at . Comparing different routes may allow you to find deals or promotions you were not aware of. Consider also signing up to CheckMyBus to see even more exclusive promotions!

Which companies offer a trip from San Antonio, TX to Lake Charles, LA?

The most popular companies between San Antonio, TX and Lake Charles, LA, are Greyhound US, Greyhound Lines Mexico and FlixBus. Be sure to check their seat class offers and the amenities that they provide.

Bus companies: Greyhound US, Greyhound Lines Mexico and FlixBus

All you need to know when you travel from San Antonio, TX to Lake Charles, LA

Check all information on comfort and services on all modes of transports from San Antonio, TX to Lake Charles, LA. See which seat classes are available, and what amenities are other advantages offered by the operators on your journey.

FAQs about the trip from San Antonio, TX to Lake Charles, LA

How can I reach Lake Charles, LA from San Antonio, TX?

Every day, there are on average 2 connections between Bus and Flight, with which you can get to Lake Charles, LA from San Antonio, TX.

How far is Lake Charles, LA from San Antonio, TX?

The distance between San Antonio, TX and Lake Charles, LA is 320.6 miles.

What is the most ecofriendly mode of transport between San Antonio, TX and Lake Charles, LA?

Trains and buses are by far the greenest options, with trains surpassing buses on longer routes. Planes will always be the worst polluters, especially in shorter flights, were the emissions from the takeoff and landing are less offset by the distance. On this particular route, a bus will emit, per person, a total of 14 kgs of CO2, a train 18 kgs, a car 88 kgs, and a flight 127 kgs.

What is the cheapest mode of transport from San Antonio, TX to Lake Charles, LA?

You can get to Lake Charles, LA with just $63 by taking a Bus from Greyhound US.

What is the fastest way to get from San Antonio, TX to Lake Charles, LA?

While a plane is travelling fastest boarding and transfer to airport consumes a lot of time. Usually, high speed trains are better than flights if pure train travel time is below 4 hours. For this particular route, you can get to Lake Charles, LA in just 7h 35m with a Bus from Greyhound US.

More routes to San Antonio, TX and to Lake Charles, LA

Looking for more options? Here you can see the most popular routes to San Antonio, TX and to Lake Charles, LA. Simply click on a connection, and you’ll find all the details about the route!

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