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Journey Information
There are 14 intercity coaches per day from Dallas to Lafayette. Traveling by coach from Dallas to Lafayette usually takes around 13 hours and 1 minute, but the fastest Greyhound coach can make the trip in 7 hours and 15 minutes.
| Distance | 332 mi (534 km) |
| Shortest duration | 7h 15m |
| Cheapest price | £37.63 |
| Trips per day | 1 |
| Most frequent service | FlixBus US |
| Coach lines | 2 |
How much is a coach ticket from Dallas to Lafayette?
£38.43 is the average price of a bus ticket from Dallas to Lafayette. Any tickets cheaper than £38.43 can be considered a great deal. It’s easy to find a bus ticket at this price or lower when you use Wanderu to book your trip online in advance of your travel date.
Average prices by travel date
Over the next four weeks, the average ticket price of a bus from Dallas to Lafayette is expected to range from £44 to £70. If you are looking to travel to Lafayette within the next week, you can find bus tickets starting from £49. The cheapest bus tickets in the next month are £44 and can be found on 18 May 2024.
Monthly average prices
The lowest bus ticket prices on this route can usually be found in August. That’s when the average price of a bus ticket is expected to be just £58 – the lowest of the year.
Alternatively, if you plan to travel from Dallas to Lafayette in September, expect to spend more on your bus trip, as the average ticket price may surge to £89 at that time of year. However, if you book your trip ahead of time, you can still score a ticket at a lower price.
Prices as travel date approaches
Most coach companies charge higher ticket prices the closer you book to the date of travel, so it’s a good idea to buy your coach tickets as early as possible. The best way to find cheap coach tickets is to book at least 27 days in advance. By doing so, you can expect to save £106.43 on your coach ticket compared to booking at the last minute.
What coach companies travel from Dallas to Lafayette?
There are two bus lines that have daily service from Dallas to Lafayette that you can compare and book on Wanderu. Of these two carriers, FlixBus US usually offers more choice, with 8 scheduled trips per day.
| Coach | Daily Trips | Avg. Time | Avg. Price |
|---|---|---|---|
| FlixBus US | 8 | 13h 53m | £68.79 |
| Greyhound | 7 | 12h 35m | £63.08 |
FlixBus US is the American branch of German bus company FlixBus, known for providing sustainable, affordable, and modern bus travel. The company offers cheap bus tickets to popular urban destinations throughout the United States. FlixBus US buses include many amenities, including comfortable seats, free WiFi, power outlets at every seat, and an online portal for free entertainment. On average, FlixBus US operates 8 trips per day from Dallas to Lafayette, and the average ticket for this route costs only .
Greyhound is the largest nationwide coach carrier in the United States, offering cheap, safe and reliable service across the country. Greyhound has become a household name, serving over 16 million passengers per year with daily trips to over 2,400 destinations. Greyhound performs about 7 bus trips from Dallas to Lafayette every day, with the average journey taking around 12 hours and 35 minutes to complete. Bus tickets for Greyhound trips to Lafayette usually start from £38.
Frequently Asked Questions
The coach takes an average of 13 hours to cover the 332 miles from Dallas to Lafayette. However, the fastest coach only takes 7 hours and 15 minutes. It’s definitely on the longer side, so plan to get comfortable for a long road trip. Keep in mind that your actual coach may arrive earlier or later than scheduled, depending on whether there is more or less traffic than usual.
Sunday tends to be the busiest day for coaches, as many passengers take the coach to Lafayette at the end of the week. If you are planning to travel on a Sunday, 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 coach travel on this route. If you're looking for some extra space on the coach, traveling mid-week is your best bet.
The first coach leaves at 00:00 and the last coach leaves at 21:00. To see the times for all coaches from Dallas to Lafayette, enter your specific travel dates in the search bar.
There are 14 scheduled coaches that travel from Dallas to Lafayette every day, so you have a decent number of options to choose from. However, only one of these is a direct coach. With direct service, you do not have to transfer onto a different coach at any point during your trip. Direct coaches also tend to be significantly faster, which is worth bearing in mind as you compare the available options.
Need more travel options? Consider taking the train from Dallas to Lafayette; ticket prices start at £65.66.
City Information
Dallas
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Dallas is one of the most vibrant and modern cities in Texas, as well as one of the state's best vacation destinations. While it is one of the foremost business, telecommunications and transportation hubs in the United States, Dallas is also one of the most exciting cities when it comes to culture and nightlife opportunities.
When you are planning a trip to Dallas, make sure you leave time in your schedule to check out some of the city’s world-famous museums. Some must-visits include The Sixth Floor Museum (that commemorates the assassination of John F. Kennedy), the Dallas Museum of Art, and the Perot Museum of Nature and Science.
If you want some fresh air and a feast to the eyes, you must visit the remarkable Dallas Arboretum and Botanical Garden, which boasts one of the best botanical collections in the entire country. And if you are after some tasty grub and good people watching, then head to Stone Street Gardens, a row of restaurants located on a charming red brick strip surrounded with tons of greenery.
Both the main train station in Dallas, the Eddie Bernice Johnson Union Station, and the main bus station are located in the heart of the city’s downtown historic district just a few blocks away from each other. That makes it super convenient to travel to Dallas from various places in Texas and the rest of the U.S. or Mexico. The stations’ central location also allows for an easy transfer to and from the Dallas/Fort Worth International Airport that is located pretty far outside the city.
Station Information
Where does the coach leave from in Dallas?
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Link to image attributionMain departure station: Bus Terminal - 205 S Lamar St
The Dallas Greyhound Station is a bustling departure point for nearly 350 bus trips each day. Via Greyhound and Amtrak buses, passengers can make their way to major in-state cities like Houston, San Antonio, and Austin, and even travel as far north as Toronto. There is a Pizza Hut Express and coffee shops within the station and, thanks to its central location in Dallas’ historic downtown, the Greyhound station is within a half-mile of over 20 additional dining choices. Travelers can easily connect to train service in Dallas, with a quick walk to Amtrak’s Eddie Bernice Johnson Union Station a few blocks away.
All coach stations in Dallas:
Bus Terminal - 205 S Lamar St
2424 Swiss Ave (Lizard Lounge)
4500 Harry Hines Blvd (Holiday Inn Market Ctr, rear lot)
Where does the coach arrive in Lafayette?
Main arrival station: 100 Lee Ave
These are the two stations where coaches may stop when they arrive in Lafayette.
Coach stations in Lafayette:
100 Lee Ave
1701 N University Ave
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