What is the cheapest way to get from Lake Charles to Baton Rouge?

The cheapest way to get from Lake Charles to Baton Rouge is to drive which costs $23 - $35 and takes 2h 6m.

What is the fastest way to get from Lake Charles to Baton Rouge?

The fastest way to get from Lake Charles to Baton Rouge is to drive which takes 2h 6m and costs $23 - $35.

Is there a direct bus between Lake Charles and Baton Rouge?

Yes, there is a direct bus departing from Lake Charles and arriving at Baton Rouge Bus Station station. Services depart twice daily, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 2h 30m.

How far is it from Lake Charles to Baton Rouge?

The distance between Lake Charles and Baton Rouge is 129 miles. The road distance is 126.7 miles.

How do I travel from Lake Charles to Baton Rouge without a car?

The best way to get from Lake Charles to Baton Rouge without a car is to bus which takes 2h 30m and costs $17 - $85.

How long does it take to get from Lake Charles to Baton Rouge?

The bus from Lake Charles to Baton Rouge Bus Station takes 2h 30m including transfers and departs twice daily.

Where do I catch the Lake Charles to Baton Rouge bus from?

Lake Charles to Baton Rouge bus services, operated by Greyhound USA, depart from Lake Charles station.

Where does the Lake Charles to Baton Rouge bus arrive?

Lake Charles to Baton Rouge bus services, operated by Greyhound USA, arrive at Baton Rouge Bus Station.

Can I drive from Lake Charles to Baton Rouge?

Yes, the driving distance between Lake Charles to Baton Rouge is 127 miles. It takes approximately 2h 6m to drive from Lake Charles to Baton Rouge.

How do I get a bus ticket from Lake Charles to Baton Rouge?

Book your Lake Charles to Baton Rouge bus tickets online with FlixBus.

Where can I stay near Baton Rouge?

There are 228+ hotels available in Baton Rouge.

Lake Charles to Baton Rouge - 3 ways to travel via bus, and car

There are 3 ways to get from Lake Charles to Baton Rouge by bus (Greyhound, Flixbus), car, or bus (Flixbus)

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 Lake Charles to Baton Rouge Bus StationGreyhound US0799
2h 30m
$17–85
Drive 126 mi
1. Drive from Lake Charles to Baton Rouge126 mi
2h 6m
$23–34
Bus via Lafayette (Flixbus)
1. Take the bus from Lake Charles to LafayetteFlixBus N2211
2. Take the bus from Lafayette to Baton Rouge Bus StationFlixBus 2211 / ...
2h 50m
$26–102

Lake Charles to Baton Rouge by bus

12Weekly Buses

2h 30mAverage Duration

$17Cheapest Price

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Distance: 128.6 mi
Duration: 2h 30m

What companies run services between Lake Charles, LA, USA and Baton Rouge, LA, USA?

Greyhound USA operates a bus from Lake Charles to Baton Rouge Bus Station once daily. Tickets cost $30–65 and the journey takes 2h 30m. Flixbus USA also services this route 5 times a week.

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