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Austin, TX to San Antonio, TX by bus

The journey from Austin, TX to San Antonio, TX by bus is 118.57 km and takes 1 hr 44 mins. There are 44 connections per day, with the first departure at 3:30 a.m. and the last at 11:45 p.m.. It is possible to travel from Austin, TX to San Antonio, TX by bus for as little as $21.38 or as much as $144.48. The best price for this journey is $21.38.

Lowest Price $21.38
Journey Duration 1 hr 44 mins
Connection per Day 44
Lowest Price $21.38
Highest Price $144.48
First Departure 3:30 a.m.
Last Departure 11:45 p.m.
Distance 118.57 km
Departure Austin, TX
Arrival San Antonio, TX
Carriers Greyhound Lines, Inc., Tornado Bus

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Price as departure date approaches

Bus companies may charge higher ticket prices as the date of departure approaches. Prices in the next days can range from around $0.53 to $29.10 but may be subject to change. Our advice is to book as early as possible to potentially save up to 98% on your trip!

Best time to book cheap bus tickets from Austin, TX to San Antonio, TX

The cheapest Austin, TX - San Antonio, TX bus tickets can be found for as low as $22.12 if you’re lucky, or $26.64 on average. The most expensive ticket can cost as much as $31.69.

Find the best day to travel to San Antonio, TX by bus

When travelling to San Antonio, TX by bus, if you want to avoid crowds you can check how frequently our customers are travelling in the next 30-days using the graph below. On average, the peak hours to travel are between 6:30am and 9am in the morning, or between 4pm and 7pm in the evening. Please keep this in mind when travelling to your point of departure as you may need some extra time to arrive, particularly in big cities!

Services on board Greyhound, FlixBus and RedCoach from Austin, TX to San Antonio, TX
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Austin, TX to San Antonio, TX CO2 Emissions by Bus

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Train
8.3kg
Bus
8.89kg
Flight
23.71kg
Car
18.97kg

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Frequently Asked Questions

How much is a bus ticket from Austin, TX to San Antonio, TX?
A bus ticket from Austin, TX to San Antonio, TX is $41.16. However the price varies depending on how early you buy, and if it's peak time to travel. Occasionally you can find them for as cheap as $21.38.
What's the cheapest bus ticket from Austin, TX to San Antonio, TX?
The cheapest ticket you can get from Austin, TX to San Antonio, TX is $21.38. We recommend booking as early as possible and off-peak hours to get the cheapest ticket possible. Off-peak times are usually from 09:30 to 16:00, and after 19:00.
What's the distance between Austin, TX and San Antonio, TX by bus?
Austin, TX to San Antonio, TX is 118.57 km.
How long does the bus between Austin, TX and San Antonio, TX take?
Austin, TX to San Antonio, TX is on average 1 hr 44 mins. However the fastest option will get you there in 1 hr 20 mins.
Which companies operate from Austin, TX to San Antonio, TX?
The bus journey from Austin, TX to San Antonio, TX is covered by 7 operator(s). On Virail you can find these carriers that provide services on this route: Greyhound Lines, Inc., Tornado Bus, Greyhound, FlixBus, Expreso, RedCoach, Greyhound Lines Mexico and Tornado Elite.
How many bus connections per day go from Austin, TX to San Antonio, TX?
Austin, TX to San Antonio, TX has 44 connection(s) per day on average.
What time does the first bus from Austin, TX to San Antonio, TX leave?
The earliest bus from Austin, TX to San Antonio, TX departs at 3:30 a.m.. However be sure to check with us the schedule on the day you want to leave as the time may differ.
What time does the last bus from Austin, TX to San Antonio, TX depart?
The latest bus from Austin, TX to San Antonio, TX departs at 11:45 p.m.. However be sure to check with us the schedule on the day you want to leave as the time may differ.
Should I book my ticket from Austin, TX to San Antonio, TX in advance?
If you can, we recommend booking your ticket as early as possible to ensure you get better savings. The cheapest bus ticket we have found is $21.38 but this may be subject to change depending on the day of travel, hour you wish to depart and how far in advance you book.
How many direct connections depart from Austin, TX to San Antonio, TX?
There are on average 44 direct connection(s) from Austin, TX to go to San Antonio, TX.
What's the fastest journey time between Austin, TX to San Antonio, TX by bus?
The fastest journey time by bus between Austin, TX and San Antonio, TX is 1 hr 20 mins.
Is there a direct bus from Austin, TX to San Antonio, TX?
Yes, there is a direct bus between Austin, TX and San Antonio, TX.
What are the CO2 emissions for Austin, TX to San Antonio, TX by bus?
The bus journey from Austin, TX to San Antonio, TX creates 8.89kg of CO2 emissions.

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