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Journey Information
There are 2 intercity buses per day from Golden Gate to Lake Charles. Traveling by bus from Golden Gate to Lake Charles usually takes around 19 hours and 28 minutes, but the fastest El Expreso Bus bus can make the trip in 17 hours and 4.8 minutes.
| Distance | 755 mi (1214 km) |
| Shortest duration | 17h 5m |
| Cheapest price | $264.61 |
| Trips per day | 1 |
| Most frequent service | Tornado Bus |
| Bus lines | 2 |
What bus companies travel from Golden Gate to Lake Charles?
There are two bus lines that have daily service from Golden Gate to Lake Charles that you can compare and book on Wanderu. However, each company only runs one bus per day.
| Bus | Daily Trips | Avg. Time | Avg. Price |
|---|---|---|---|
| El Expreso Bus | 1 | 17h 5m | $264.61 |
| Tornado Bus | 1 | 20h 41m | $264.61 |
El Expreso Bus, a sub-brand of Tornado Bus Company, operates intercity bus trips in the United States, plus several routes that cross the border into Mexico. The carrier’s professional and helpful staff are often fluent in both English and Spanish. El Expreso buses feature comfortable seats, onboard restrooms, power outlets, and free WiFi. The average ticket price for a Golden Gate to Lake Charles trip is $265 on El Expreso Bus, and they usually make the trip in just 17 hours and 5 minutes.
Frequently Asked Questions
The bus takes an average of 19 hours and 28 minutes to cover the 1214 kilometers from Golden Gate to Lake Charles. However, the fastest bus only takes 17 hours and 4.8 minutes. It’s definitely on the longer side, so plan to get comfortable for a long road trip. Keep in mind that your actual bus may arrive earlier or later than scheduled, depending on whether there is more or less traffic than usual.
"Friday is the busiest travel day for buses as people head from Golden Gate to Lake Charles for the weekend. If you are planning to travel on a Friday, you should make sure to book tickets well in advance as they may sell out.
On the other hand, Wednesday is typically the least busy day for bus travel on this route. If you're looking for some extra space on the bus, traveling mid-week is your best bet."
The first bus leaves at 10:00am and the last bus leaves at 10:00am. To see the times for all buses from Golden Gate to Lake Charles, enter your specific travel dates in the search bar.
City Information
Station Information
Where does the bus leave from in Golden Gate?
Main departure station: Bonita Bakery Panaderia's II
Most buses depart from the main station in Golden Gate.
All bus stations in Golden Gate:
Bonita Bakery Panaderia's II
Where does the bus arrive in Lake Charles?
Main arrival station: 804 N Lakeshore Dr
All buses from Golden Gate arrive at one main station in Lake Charles.
Bus stations in Lake Charles:
804 N Lakeshore Dr
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