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Journey Information
There is one daily bus from Portland to Lake Charles. Traveling by bus from Portland to Lake Charles usually takes around 66 hours and 35 minutes, but some buses might arrive slightly earlier or later than scheduled depending on traffic conditions.
Distance | 1906 mi (3068 km) |
Shortest duration | 66h 35m |
Cheapest price | $368.63 |
Most frequent service | FlixBus US |
Bus lines | 1 |
What bus companies travel from Portland to Lake Charles?
There is one intercity bus company available to search and book on Wanderu that operates from Portland to Lake Charles. FlixBus US is the only company that has bus schedules available to search and book at the moment. It only makes the trip once a day on most days.
Bus | Daily Trips | Avg. Time | Avg. Price |
---|---|---|---|
FlixBus US | 1 | 2d 18h 35m | $368.63 |
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 1 trips per day from Portland to Lake Charles, and the average ticket for this route costs only .
Frequently Asked Questions
The bus takes an average of 66 hours and 35 minutes to cover the 1906 miles from Portland to Lake Charles. 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.
There is usually only one bus per day from Portland to Lake Charles. It leaves the station in Portland at 7:00pm each day. The time might vary for specific dates, so be sure to search on Wanderu for the most up-to-date information.
There is usually only one bus per day from Portland to Lake Charles. However, it is not a direct bus, so you will have to get off your original vehicle to change buses during the trip.
Need more travel options? Consider taking the train from Portland to Lake Charles; ticket prices start at $582.00.
City Information
Portland
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Portland is the largest city in Oregon and accordingly one of the state's best vacation destinations. Also known as the City of Roses, this city along the Willamette River wows visitors with its diverse street food, quirky counterculture, and sprawling bookstores such as the world-famous Powell's Books.
Portland is the 5th best city in the United States for outdoor activities, thanks in part to open-air grounds like the expansive Forest Park. Gardens are also excellent outdoor date locales for couples on a romantic getaway: stop and smell the roses at either the International Rose Test Garden or the Portland Japanese Garden.
Once you've gotten hungry from a long day wandering outside, nearly every block downtown has a plethora of food trucks waiting to tickle your taste buds. Or, kick back at one of the many breweries in the #3 best city for craft beer in the United States. Unique locations like McMenamin's brewpubs in renovated cinemas or historic hotels do their part to "keep Portland weird."
As the biggest city in Oregon, Portland is a hub for travel throughout the Pacific Northwest. Amtrak train service and various bus services operate primarily out of Union Station, conveniently-located downtown, and nearby Portland International Airport makes it easy to travel to Portland from near and far.
Station Information
Where does the bus leave from in Portland?
Main departure station: 7411 NW Station Way
Most buses depart from the main station in Portland.
All bus stations in Portland:
7411 NW Station Way
Where does the bus arrive in Lake Charles?
Main arrival station: Lk Charles, LA
All buses from Portland arrive at one main station in Lake Charles.
All bus stations in Lake Charles:
Lk Charles, LA
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