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Trip Summary
There are 2 daily trains from Yuma to Lake Charles. Traveling by train from Yuma to Lake Charles usually takes around 34 hours and 42 minutes, but some trains might arrive slightly earlier or later than scheduled.
| Distance | 1271 mi (2046 km) |
| Fastest train | 34h 42m |
| Lowest price | £217.25 |
| Trains per day | 1 |
| Most frequent service | Amtrak |
| Train lines | 2 |
Which train should you take from Yuma to Lake Charles?
2 train services operate from Yuma to Lake Charles. However, each train line only offers one daily trip.
| Train | Daily Trips | Avg. Time | Avg. Price |
|---|---|---|---|
| Amtrak | 1 | 1d 10h 42m | £217.25 |
| Amtrak Sunset Limited | 1 | 1d 10h 42m | £225.29 |
Amtrak is the largest passenger railroad service in America, offering daily intercity trains to hundreds of destinations across the contiguous United States, as well as several cities in Canada. Every Amtrak train comes equipped with comfortable seats with extra legroom, as well as several four-seat areas with tables in the middle. In addition, each car has a freshly cleaned restroom, free WiFi and power outlets at every seat. There are also snack bars where you can purchase drinks or food during your journey. On average, there are 1 Amtrak trains from Yuma to Lake Charles every day, as well as 1 trips on the weekends, with prices starting from £217.
The Sunset Limited is an Amtrak train that travels nearly 2,000 miles through the American Southwest from Los Angeles to New Orleans. The mountain, desert, and bayou landscapes along the route make the Sunset Limited one of the most scenic Amtrak train routes. Travelers can book a coach seat or upgrade to a roomette for additional space and sleeping accommodations. All classes of service can stay connected with seatside power outlets and access the cafe car to purchase snacks. A Coach ticket for a comfortable, convenient, and scenic ride from Yuma to Lake Charles on the Sunset Limited usually costs about .
Frequently Asked Questions
The distance between Yuma and Lake Charles is approximately 1271 miles, or 2046 kilometers. The average train journey between these two cities takes 34 hours and 42 minutes,
Looking for ways to pass the time? Most trains are equipped with Wi-Fi, which means you can stream music, browse social media or get some work done during your ride. That said, in case your train has a spotty signal, or is among the few without Wi-Fi, we also recommend downloading TV shows and movies to your mobile device in advance of your trip. That way the ride will fly by whatever the Wi-Fi situation.
Sunday tends to be the busiest day of the week with travelers taking trains from Yuma to Lake Charles. Ticket price also tend to be more expensive on Sunday than other days. If you are hoping to have more room on the train and even save some change check out travel options on Sunday instead, as less people travel then and deals are more likely to be found.
The earliest train departs Yuma at 02:00 while the last train of the day leaves at 02:00. To see all scheduled departure times, use the search function on this page to get the full schedule for your specific travel dates.
Trains leave the station in Yuma twice a day, so there are a couple of options depending on your preferred travel time. One of these is a direct train, which will typically get you to Lake Charles faster. While it might still have stops along the way, you will not need to switch trains during your trip.
You can also take a train for your return trip from Lake Charles to Yuma.
City Information
Station Information
Where is the train station in Yuma?
Main departure station: 281 Gila St
There is one train station in Yuma.
All train stations in Yuma:
281 Gila St
Where is the train station in Lake Charles?
Main arrival station: 100 Ryan St
Lake Charles has one train station.
Train stations in Lake Charles:
100 Ryan St
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