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Houston, TX to San Antonio, TX by bus

The journey from Houston, TX to San Antonio, TX by bus is 305.35 km and takes 4 hrs 21 mins. There are 39 connections per day, with the first departure at 2:00 a.m. and the last at 9:00 p.m.. It is possible to travel from Houston, TX to San Antonio, TX by bus for as little as $40.73 or as much as $157.86. The best price for this journey is $40.73.

Lowest Price $40.73
Journey Duration 4 hrs 21 mins
Connection per Day 39
Lowest Price $40.73
Highest Price $157.86
First Departure 2:00 a.m.
Last Departure 9:00 p.m.
Distance 305.35 km
Departure Houston, 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 $4.10 to $45.05 but may be subject to change. Our advice is to book as early as possible to potentially save up to 91% on your trip!

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

The cheapest Houston, TX - San Antonio, TX bus tickets can be found for as low as $45.74 if you’re lucky, or $55.25 on average. The most expensive ticket can cost as much as $76.83.

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 Houston, TX to San Antonio, TX
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Houston, TX to San Antonio, TX CO2 Emissions by Bus

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Train
21.37kg
Bus
22.9kg
Flight
61.07kg
Car
48.86kg

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Frequently Asked Questions

How much is a bus ticket from Houston, TX to San Antonio, TX?
A bus ticket from Houston, TX to San Antonio, TX is $74.75. 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 $40.73.
What's the cheapest bus ticket from Houston, TX to San Antonio, TX?
The cheapest ticket you can get from Houston, TX to San Antonio, TX is $40.73. 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 San Antonio, TX by bus?
Houston, TX to San Antonio, TX is 305.35 km.
How long does the bus between Houston, TX and San Antonio, TX take?
Houston, TX to San Antonio, TX is on average 4 hrs 21 mins. However the fastest option will get you there in 2 hrs 0 mins.
Which companies operate from Houston, TX to San Antonio, TX?
The bus journey from Houston, TX to San Antonio, TX is covered by 6 operator(s). On Virail you can find these carriers that provide services on this route: Greyhound Lines, Inc., Tornado Bus, Greyhound, FlixBus, Expreso, RedCoach and Greyhound Lines Mexico.
How many bus connections per day go from Houston, TX to San Antonio, TX?
Houston, TX to San Antonio, TX has 39 connection(s) per day on average.
What time does the first bus from Houston, TX to San Antonio, TX leave?
The earliest bus from Houston, TX to San Antonio, TX departs at 2:00 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 San Antonio, TX depart?
The latest bus from Houston, TX to San Antonio, TX departs at 9:00 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 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 $40.73 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 San Antonio, TX?
There are on average 27 direct connection(s) from Houston, TX to go to San Antonio, TX.
What's the fastest journey time between Houston, TX to San Antonio, TX by bus?
The fastest journey time by bus between Houston, TX and San Antonio, TX is 2 hrs 0 mins.
Is there a direct bus from Houston, TX to San Antonio, TX?
Yes, there is a direct bus between Houston, TX and San Antonio, TX.
What are the CO2 emissions for Houston, TX to San Antonio, TX by bus?
The bus journey from Houston, TX to San Antonio, TX creates 22.9kg of CO2 emissions.

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