Busbud recommends taking the train from San Antonio to Austin
Among the sustainable travel choices, the train stands out as a good way to reach Austin. The journey takes about 2 hours 26 minutes, and with fares starting at just US$13, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.
1train per day
2h 26mAverage Duration
US$13Cheapest ticket
11kgCO₂ emissions
Bus San Antonio, US to Austin, TX, US: Trip Overview
Customers praise the comfortable bus and friendly driver. However, there were issues with unclear signage at the Pearl District stop in San Antonio causing confusion for passengers. Despite an alert of a 1-hour delay that did not happen, overall satisfaction was high with excellent and affordable pricing recommended by some customers.
RedCoach San Antonio Austin recent customer reviews
It was very good. No problem. The bus was clean the driver was very concern about the passengers. There was problem with the bathrooms and she said she will accommodate the passengers by stopping if anyone wanted to used the bathroom.
5 out of 5 stars
Mildred A.
Horrible. I was at the bus stop at 10:15, when the bus was scheduled to depart, and the bus never arrived or departed way earlier. No notification of this on the app. Horrible.
1 out of 5 stars
Jay C.
The bus was an hour late and there was no one in the “terminal” to communicate what was happening.
Based on 137 reviews, the company was rated 3.1 stars on Busbud. Travellers were especially satisfied with the staff and the temperature but often complained with the timeliness. Tornado Bus ticket prices on this trip start at US$53
According to 42 reviews, Greyhound received a 3.5-star rating for this journey. Travellers were especially satisfied with the staff and the seats, but some complained about the power outlets. Greyhound ticket prices on this trip start at US$21
RedCoach San Antonio Austin recent customer reviews
It was very good. No problem. The bus was clean the driver was very concern about the passengers. There was problem with the bathrooms and she said she will accommodate the passengers by stopping if anyone wanted to used the bathroom.
5 out of 5 stars
Mildred A.
Horrible. I was at the bus stop at 10:15, when the bus was scheduled to depart, and the bus never arrived or departed way earlier. No notification of this on the app. Horrible.
1 out of 5 stars
Jay C.
The bus was an hour late and there was no one in the “terminal” to communicate what was happening.
Based on 29 reviews, the company was rated 3.2 stars on Busbud. Travellers were especially satisfied with the power outlets and the ticket access but often complained with the WiFi. Valley Transit ticket prices on this trip start at US$21
RedCoach San Antonio Austin recent customer reviews
It was very good. No problem. The bus was clean the driver was very concern about the passengers. There was problem with the bathrooms and she said she will accommodate the passengers by stopping if anyone wanted to used the bathroom.
5 out of 5 stars
Mildred A.
Horrible. I was at the bus stop at 10:15, when the bus was scheduled to depart, and the bus never arrived or departed way earlier. No notification of this on the app. Horrible.
1 out of 5 stars
Jay C.
The bus was an hour late and there was no one in the “terminal” to communicate what was happening.
Based on 4014 reviews, the company was rated 4 stars on Busbud. Travellers were especially satisfied with the ticket access and the staff but often complained with the WiFi. RedCoach ticket prices on this trip start at US$33
RedCoach San Antonio Austin recent customer reviews
It was very good. No problem. The bus was clean the driver was very concern about the passengers. There was problem with the bathrooms and she said she will accommodate the passengers by stopping if anyone wanted to used the bathroom.
5 out of 5 stars
Mildred A.
Horrible. I was at the bus stop at 10:15, when the bus was scheduled to depart, and the bus never arrived or departed way earlier. No notification of this on the app. Horrible.
1 out of 5 stars
Jay C.
The bus was an hour late and there was no one in the “terminal” to communicate what was happening.
Customers express dissatisfaction with the service, specifically mentioning delays and late arrivals. These issues seem to be consistent across multiple reviews. Additionally, customers mention difficulties in reaching customer support when trying to address these concerns.
RedCoach San Antonio Austin recent customer reviews
It was very good. No problem. The bus was clean the driver was very concern about the passengers. There was problem with the bathrooms and she said she will accommodate the passengers by stopping if anyone wanted to used the bathroom.
5 out of 5 stars
Mildred A.
Horrible. I was at the bus stop at 10:15, when the bus was scheduled to depart, and the bus never arrived or departed way earlier. No notification of this on the app. Horrible.
1 out of 5 stars
Jay C.
The bus was an hour late and there was no one in the “terminal” to communicate what was happening.
Based on 399 reviews, the company was rated 3.6 stars on Busbud. Travellers were especially satisfied with the ticket access and the cleanliness but often complained with the WiFi. Megabus ticket prices on this trip start at US$29
RedCoach San Antonio Austin recent customer reviews
It was very good. No problem. The bus was clean the driver was very concern about the passengers. There was problem with the bathrooms and she said she will accommodate the passengers by stopping if anyone wanted to used the bathroom.
5 out of 5 stars
Mildred A.
Horrible. I was at the bus stop at 10:15, when the bus was scheduled to depart, and the bus never arrived or departed way earlier. No notification of this on the app. Horrible.
1 out of 5 stars
Jay C.
The bus was an hour late and there was no one in the “terminal” to communicate what was happening.
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Frequently asked questions on the trip San Antonio, US - Austin, TX, US
What is the travel distance from San Antonio to Austin?
The distance covered from San Antonio to Austin is 119 km (74 miles).
What are the departure and arrival locations for buses traveling from San Antonio to Austin?
Buses traveling this route start their trip at San Antonio Bus Station, in San Antonio, and end it at Greyhound Station, in Austin.
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US$16
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US$16
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US$16
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US$13
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US$16
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US$16
The cheapest trip from San Antonio, US to Austin, TX, US was searched and found on Aug 24, 2025 with a price of US$13
To save money and be sure you have the best seat, it's a good idea to buy your bus tickets from San Antonio, US to Austin, TX, US, as early as possible.
You can expect to pay from US$13 to US$65 for a bus ticket from San Antonio, US to Austin, TX, US based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at US$13 which is on 2025-08-24.
Usually Tornado Bus will charge you higher prices for tickets closer to the departure date. To find the best prices, you should be flexible on your date of travel.
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Buses are energy-efficient. Carrying a passenger over 100 kms by coach only takes 0.6-0.9 liters of gas. Compare that to the 2.6 liters required by high-speed train, 6.6 liters by airplane and 7.6 liters by gas-powered car, and it's clear that the bus is a more environmentally-conscious option for your bus transportation from San Antonio to Austin.
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Busbud recommends taking the train from San Antonio to Austin
The cheapest trip from San Antonio, US to Austin, TX, US was searched and found on Aug 24, 2025 with a price of US$13
