Train from Los Angeles, US to Lake Charles: Tickets & Timetables

Previously seen journeys

Next departures from Los Angeles to Lake Charles on 19 January
Operated byVehicle typeDeparture timeDeparture locationTrip durationArrival timeArrival locationRecommendedPrice and booking link
AmtrakTrain
Northridge Station
Lake Charles, LANo tags
AmtrakTrain
Burbank Downtown Train Station
Lake Charles, LANo tags
AmtrakTrain
Union Station
Lake Charles, LANo tags
AmtrakTrain
Northridge Station
Lake Charles, LANo tags
AmtrakTrain
Burbank Downtown Train Station
Lake Charles, LANo tags

Compare 2 ways to travel from Los Angeles to Lake Charles

We recommend taking the bus

Among the sustainable travel choices, the Bus stands out as a good way to reach Lake Charles. The journey takes about 1 day, 20 hours 50 minutes and with fares starting at just £173, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

6bus per day
1d 20hAverage duration
1481 milesDistance
60kgCO₂ emissions
Average price£173 - £501Average duration1d 20h
60kg CO₂e
Average price£134 - £1,662Average duration1d 21h
220kg CO₂e

Frequently asked questions about travelling from Los Angeles, US to Lake Charles by train

Please note that timetables, routes, or operator details shown here may be updated or vary at the time of your journey.

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

    The cheapest train tickets from Los Angeles to Lake Charles start from £134. The average price for this train route is around £235. Busbud recommends booking your tickets in advance for the best chance of getting the lowest possible price.

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

    The average train journey time from Los Angeles to Lake Charles is 1d 21h, covering a distance of 1499 miles. The fastest train gets you there in 1d 15h and is operated by Amtrak.

  3. Which train operators serve the Los Angeles to Lake Charles route?

    Several major train operators run on this route with 2 trains available per day.

  4. What are the earliest and latest departure times for the train from Los Angeles to Lake Charles?

    The earliest train from Los Angeles to Lake Charles departs at 16:05. And the latest train departs at 22:00.

Find cheapest prices for trains

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

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£128
busbud logoThe cheapest trip from Los Angeles, US to Lake Charles was searched and found on 23 Jan 2026 with a price of £128

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

You can expect to pay from £128 to £965 for a train ticket from Los Angeles, US to Lake Charles based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at £128, which is on 2026-01-23.

What's the cheapest way to go from Los Angeles, US to Lake Charles?

busbud logoThe Train is the cheapest travel choice for this destination

The best way to travel between Los Angeles, US and Lake Charles is by train. By choosing the train, you'll get to save some money as you travel to your destination, as ticket prices cost £235 on average. If you're on a budget, you'll find cheap tickets from £134. If you're looking for the fastest way to get to Lake Charles, choose the train, as it will take you from Los Angeles, US to Lake Charles in about 1d 20h – that's the fastest way to get there!

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