What is the cheapest way to get from Del Rio to Lake Charles?

The cheapest way to get from Del Rio to Lake Charles is to drive which costs $85 - $130 and takes 8h 43m.

What is the fastest way to get from Del Rio to Lake Charles?

The fastest way to get from Del Rio to Lake Charles is to drive which takes 8h 43m and costs $85 - $130.

Is there a direct bus between Del Rio and Lake Charles?

No, there is no direct bus from Del Rio to Lake Charles. However, there are services departing from Del Rio and arriving at Lake Charles via San Antonio Bus Station and Houston - Harrisburg Blvd. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 11h 10m.

Is there a direct train between Del Rio and Lake Charles?

Yes, there is a direct train departing from Del Rio Station station and arriving at Lake Charles Station station. Services depart three times a week, and operate Wednesday, Friday and Sunday. The journey takes approximately 14h 17m.

How far is it from Del Rio to Lake Charles?

The distance between Del Rio and Lake Charles is 513 miles. The road distance is 494 miles.

How do I travel from Del Rio to Lake Charles without a car?

The best way to get from Del Rio to Lake Charles without a car is to bus which takes 11h 10m and costs $100 - $190.

How long does it take to get from Del Rio to Lake Charles?

It takes approximately 11h 10m to get from Del Rio to Lake Charles, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Del Rio to Lake Charles bus from?

Del Rio to Lake Charles bus services, operated by Greyhound USA, depart from Del Rio station.

Where do I catch the Del Rio to Lake Charles train from?

Del Rio to Lake Charles train services, operated by Amtrak, depart from Del Rio Station.

Train or bus from Del Rio to Lake Charles?

The best way to get from Del Rio to Lake Charles is to bus which takes 11h 10m and costs $100 - $190. Alternatively, you can train, which costs $140 - $310 and takes 14h 17m.

Where does the Del Rio to Lake Charles bus arrive?

Del Rio to Lake Charles bus services, operated by Greyhound USA, arrive at San Antonio Bus Station.

Where does the Del Rio to Lake Charles train arrive?

Del Rio to Lake Charles train services, operated by Amtrak, arrive at Lake Charles Station.

Can I drive from Del Rio to Lake Charles?

Yes, the driving distance between Del Rio to Lake Charles is 494 miles. It takes approximately 8h 43m to drive from Del Rio to Lake Charles.

Where can I stay near Lake Charles?

There are 129+ hotels available in Lake Charles.

Del Rio to Lake Charles - 4 ways to travel via train, bus, car, and plane

There are 4 ways to get from Del Rio to Lake Charles by bus (Greyhound, Flixbus), train (Amtrak), car, train, or plane

Select an option below to see step-by-step directions and to compare ticket prices and travel times in Rome2Rio's travel planner.

Bus
best
1. Take the bus from Del Rio to San Antonio Bus Stationbus
2. Take the bus from San Antonio Bus Station to Houston Bus Stationbus
3. Take the bus from Houston - Harrisburg Blvd to Lake Charlesbus
11h 10m
$101–184
Drive 491.2 mi
cheapest
1. Drive from Del Rio to Lake Charlescar 491.2 mi
8h 43m
$90–130
Train (Amtrak)
1. Take the train from Del Rio Station to Lake Charles Stationtrain Sunset Limited
14h 17m
$140–310
Train, fly
1. Take the train from Del Rio Station to San Antonio Stationtrain
2. Fly from San Antonio International Airport (SAT) to Lake Charles Regional Airport (LCH)plane SAT - LCH
9h 34m
$106–426

Del Rio to Lake Charles by train (Amtrak)

3Weekly Trains

14h 17mAverage Duration

$140Cheapest Price

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Questions & Answers

Map of how to get from Del Rio to Lake Charles.

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Distance: 509.9 mi
Duration: 11h 10m

What companies run services between Del Rio, TX, USA and Lake Charles, LA, USA?

You can take a bus from Del Rio to Lake Charles via San Antonio Bus Station, Houston Bus Station, and Houston - Harrisburg Blvd in around 11h 10m. Alternatively, Amtrak operates a train from Del Rio Station to Lake Charles Station 3 times a week. Tickets cost $140–310 and the journey takes 14h 17m.

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