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| Operated by | Vehicle type | Departure time | Departure location | Trip duration | Arrival time | Arrival location | Recommended | Price and booking link |
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 | Train | Lake Charles, LA | Union Station | CheapestFastest | ||||
| Train | Lake Charles, LA | Union Station | No tags |
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Compare 2 ways to travel from Lake Charles to Washington
Among the sustainable travel choices, the bus stands out as a good way to reach Washington. The journey takes about 1 day, 15 hours 45 minutes and with fares starting at just R 2 410, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.
Train Companies
Based on 5650 reviews, the company was rated 4.1 stars on Busbud. Travellers were especially satisfied with the seats and the ticket access but often complained with the Wi-Fi. Amtrak ticket prices on this trip start at R 5 041
Frequently asked questions about travelling from Lake Charles to Washington, DC, US by train
Please note that timetables, routes, or operator details shown here may be updated or differ at the time of your trip.
How much is the train ticket from Lake Charles to Washington?
The cheapest train tickets from Lake Charles to Washington start from R 5 041. The average price for this train route is around R 5 041. Busbud recommends booking your tickets in advance for a better chance to secure the lowest possible price.
How long is the train journey from Lake Charles to Washington?
The average train journey time from Lake Charles to Washington is 1d 21h, covering a distance of 1766 km. The quickest train can get you there in 1d 21h and is operated by Amtrak.
Which train operators serve the Lake Charles to Washington route?
Several major train operators run on this route, with 1 trains available per day.
What are the earliest and latest departure times for the train from Lake Charles to Washington?
The earliest train from Lake Charles to Washington departs at 15:29. And the latest train departs at 15:29.
Find cheapest prices for trains
Price is for a one-way ticket for one passenger and based on past searches.
The cheapest trip from Lake Charles to Washington, DC, US was searched and found on 19 Dec 2025 with a price of R 7 929To save money and be sure you have the best seat, it's a good idea to buy your train tickets from Lake Charles to Washington, DC, US as early as possible.
You can expect to pay from R 7 929 to R 16 235 for a train ticket from Lake Charles to Washington, DC, US based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at R 7 929, which is on 2025-12-19.
