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Journey Information
There are 3 intercity buses per day from Jackson to Lake Charles. Traveling by bus from Jackson to Lake Charles usually takes around 22 hours and 23 minutes, but the fastest Greyhound bus can make the trip in 20 hours and 40 minutes.
| Distance | 451 mi (726 km) |
| Shortest duration | 20h 40m |
| Cheapest price | €126.28 |
| Most frequent service | Greyhound |
| Bus lines | 1 |
What bus companies travel from Jackson to Lake Charles?
There is one intercity bus company available to search and book on Wanderu that operates from Jackson to Lake Charles. Greyhound connects the two cities by bus, it offers multiple scheduled buses per day for you to choose from.
| Bus | Daily Trips | Avg. Time | Avg. Price |
|---|---|---|---|
| Greyhound | 3 | 22h 23m | €160.62 |
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 3 bus trips from Jackson to Lake Charles every day, with the average journey taking around 22 hours and 23 minutes to complete. Bus tickets for Greyhound trips to Lake Charles usually start from €126.
Frequently Asked Questions
The bus takes an average of 22 hours and 23 minutes to cover the 726 kilometers from Jackson to Lake Charles. However, the fastest bus only takes 20 hours and 40 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 Jackson 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, Thursday is typically the least busy day for bus travel on this route. If you’re looking for a little extra space, a Thursday ticket is the way to go.
The first bus leaves at 06:00 and the last bus leaves at 19:00. To see the times for all buses from Jackson to Lake Charles, enter your specific travel dates in the search bar.
City Information
Station Information
Where does the bus leave from in Jackson?
Main departure station: 1400 Hwy 70 E
Most buses depart from the main station in Jackson.
All bus stations in Jackson:
1400 Hwy 70 E
Where does the bus arrive in Lake Charles?
Main arrival station: Lk Charles, LA
All buses from Jackson arrive at one main station in Lake Charles.
Bus stations in Lake Charles:
Lk Charles, LA
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