Bus from San Antonio, US to Lake Charles: Tickets & Schedules

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Next departures for San Antonio to Lake Charles on December 15
Operated byVehicle typeDeparture timeDeparture locationTrip durationArrival timeArrival locationRecommendedPrice and booking link
FlixBus + Greyhound
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San Antonio Bus Station
Lake Charles, LA Bus StopNo tags
FlixBus + Greyhound
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San Antonio Bus Station
Lake Charles, LA Bus StopNo tags
FlixBus + Greyhound
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San Antonio Bus Station
Lake Charles, LA Bus StopNo tags
FlixBus + Greyhound
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San Antonio Bus Station
Lake Charles, LA Bus StopNo tags
Greyhound + FlixBus
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San Antonio Bus Station
Lake Charles, LA Bus StopNo tags

Compare 2 ways to go from San Antonio to Lake Charles

We recommend taking the train

Among the sustainable travel choices, the train stands out as the good way to reach Lake Charles. The journey takes about 9 hours 4 minutes and with fares starting at just $68, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

1train per day
9h 4mAverage Duration
320 milesDistance
47kgCO₂ emissions
Average Price$60 - $168Average Duration9h 30m
13kg CO₂e
Average Price$68 - $118Average Duration9h 4m
47kg CO₂e

Frequently asked questions about traveling from San Antonio, US to Lake Charles by bus

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

  1. How much is the bus ticket from San Antonio to Lake Charles?

    The cheapest bus tickets from San Antonio to Lake Charles start from $60. The average price for this route is around $88. Busbud recommends that you book your tickets in advance for a better chance to get the lowest possible price.

  2. How long is the bus ride from San Antonio to Lake Charles?

    The average bus trip duration from San Antonio to Lake Charles is 9h 30m, covering a distance of 321 miles (518 km). The quickest bus can get you there in 7h 35m and is operated by Greyhound.

  3. Which bus companies service the San Antonio to Lake Charles route?

    Several major bus companies operate on this route with 2 buses available per day, including services from FlixBus, Greyhound, Valley Transit.

  4. What is the earliest and latest departure time for the bus from San Antonio to Lake Charles?

    The earliest bus departs from San Antonio to Lake Charles at 10:00am. And the latest bus departs at 9:15pm.

  5. What are the CO₂ emissions for the bus trip from San Antonio to Lake Charles?

    A bus trip from San Antonio to Lake Charles generates an estimated 13 kg of CO₂, making it a highly eco-friendly travel option and recommended mode of travel by Busbud.

  6. What is the best bus company from San Antonio to Lake Charles?

    According to Busbud customers, the highest-rated bus company on this route is FlixBus, with an average rating of 3.5 out of 5 stars based on 11504 reviews.

  7. Which bus company has the best Wi-Fi from San Antonio to Lake Charles?

    Based on reviews on Busbud, the bus company FlixBus has the best Wi-Fi rating with a score of 2.7.

  8. Which bus company has the most timely service from San Antonio to Lake Charles?

    According to Busbud traveller reviews, the most timely bus company on this route is FlixBus, with a punctuality rating of 3.9 out of 5 stars.

  9. Which bus company has the cleanest buses from San Antonio to Lake Charles?

    According to Busbud traveller reviews, the bus company with the cleanest buses on this route is FlixBus, with a cleanliness rating of 4.1 out of 5 stars.

Find cheapest prices for buses

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

Best price found
12/13
$121
12/14
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Today
$66
12/16
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12/17
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12/18
$71
12/19
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12/20
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busbud logoThe cheapest trip from San Antonio, US to Lake Charles was searched and found on Dec 15, 2025 with a price of $66

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

You can expect to pay from $66 to $121 for a bus ticket from San Antonio, US to Lake Charles based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at $71 which is on 2025-12-18.

Usually FlixBus will charge you higher prices for tickets closer to the departure date. To find the best prices, you should be flexible on your date of travel.

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