Houston, TX to Austin, TX Bus
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Houston, TX to Austin, TX by bus
The journey from Houston, TX to Austin, TX by bus is 236.14 km and takes 3 hrs 9 mins. There are 39 connections per day, with the first departure at 7:00 a.m. and the last at 8:15 p.m.. It is possible to travel from Houston, TX to Austin, TX by bus for as little as $29.48 or as much as $86.61. The best price for this journey is $29.48.
| Lowest Price | $29.48 |
| Journey Duration | 3 hrs 9 mins |
| Connection per Day | RedCoach, Red Coach, FlixBus 39 |
| Lowest Price | RedCoach, Red Coach, FlixBus $29.48 |
| Highest Price | RedCoach, Red Coach, FlixBus $86.61 |
| First Departure | RedCoach, Red Coach, FlixBus 7:00 a.m. |
| Last Departure | RedCoach, Red Coach, FlixBus 8:15 p.m. |
| Distance | RedCoach, Red Coach, FlixBus 236.14 km |
| Departure | RedCoach, Red Coach, FlixBus Houston, TX |
| Arrival | RedCoach, Red Coach, FlixBus Austin, TX |
| Carriers | RedCoach, Red Coach RedCoach, Red Coach, FlixBus |
Houston, TX to Austin, TX Bus Times
Compare prices and tickets from Houston, TX to Austin, TX
Best time to book Houston, TX to Austin, TX travel
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Best time to book cheap bus tickets from Houston, TX to Austin, TX
The cheapest Houston, TX - Austin, TX bus tickets can be found for as low as $31.26 if you’re lucky, or $42.59 on average. The most expensive ticket can cost as much as $52.85.
Find the best day to travel to Austin, TX by bus
When travelling to Austin, 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 RedCoach and FlixBus from Houston, TX to Austin, TX
Compare services on board when travelling from Houston, TX to Austin, TX by bus.
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Houston, TX to Austin, TX CO2 Emissions by Bus
Train
16.53kg
Bus
17.71kg
Flight
47.23kg
Car
37.78kg
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Frequently Asked Questions
How much is a bus ticket from Houston, TX to Austin, TX?
A bus ticket from Houston, TX to Austin, TX is $48.09. 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 $29.48.
What's the cheapest bus ticket from Houston, TX to Austin, TX?
The cheapest ticket you can get from Houston, TX to Austin, TX is $29.48. 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 Houston, TX and Austin, TX by bus?
Houston, TX to Austin, TX is 236.14 km.
How long does the bus between Houston, TX and Austin, TX take?
Houston, TX to Austin, TX is on average 3 hrs 9 mins. However the fastest option will get you there in 2 hrs 15 mins.
Which companies operate from Houston, TX to Austin, TX?
The bus journey from Houston, TX to Austin, TX is covered by 2 operator(s). On Virail you can find these carriers that provide services on this route: RedCoach, Red Coach and FlixBus.
How many bus connections per day go from Houston, TX to Austin, TX?
Houston, TX to Austin, TX has 39 connection(s) per day on average.
What time does the first bus from Houston, TX to Austin, TX leave?
The earliest bus from Houston, TX to Austin, TX departs at 7:00 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 Houston, TX to Austin, TX depart?
The latest bus from Houston, TX to Austin, TX departs at 8:15 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 Houston, TX to Austin, 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 $29.48 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 Houston, TX to Austin, TX?
There are on average 39 direct connection(s) from Houston, TX to go to Austin, TX.
What's the fastest journey time between Houston, TX to Austin, TX by bus?
The fastest journey time by bus between Houston, TX and Austin, TX is 2 hrs 15 mins.
Is there a direct bus from Houston, TX to Austin, TX?
Yes, there is a direct bus between Houston, TX and Austin, TX.
What are the CO2 emissions for Houston, TX to Austin, TX by bus?
The bus journey from Houston, TX to Austin, TX creates 17.71kg of CO2 emissions.