Users have expressed positive experiences with the service, noting that it was fast, felt safe, and maintained cleanliness. Additionally, they appreciated the spaciousness of the bus and commended the driver for staying on task. However, some users mentioned discomfort due to non-reclining seats and issues with footrests near toilets.
FlixBus Austin Houston recent customer reviews
Everything was great: the bus was on time, spacious, the driver was funny, and the bathroom was functional.
5 out of 5 stars
Bella S.
It was fast and felt safe. I didn’t love that I sat by the toilet, my seat didn’t recline and my footrest didn’t come down.
4 out of 5 stars
Tonni C.
The driver was not very inviting, very rude and aggressive. The bus was dirty and way behind schedule.
According to user feedback, the bus service is generally well-regarded for its cleanliness and friendly drivers. Passengers appreciated the comfortable atmosphere that allowed them to relax during their journey. However, there were some concerns about unclear pick-up locations and minor maintenance issues with a loose exhaust vent cover near the toilet area.
RedCoach Austin Houston recent customer reviews
Nice, clean and quiet bus. We stopped at Buccee's (nobody can be mad about that). The driver was a funny character. She was super friendly, upbeat and talkative. She greeted me by name as i walked up to the bus. I arrived 7 min before our scheduled departure, but i was apparently the last one to show up. I was able to nap almost the entire trip.
5 out of 5 stars
Paul D.
This was my first time taking redcoach from Austin to Houston. When tracking my bus, it seemed like it went to the UT stop first and then missed our stop entirely, heading out to East Austin on the route to Houston. When I called for help after waiting 45 minutes, they said it was just a “tracking error” on the map and that the bus would be there in fifteen minutes without explaining why it took an hour to get to our stop in the first place, just blaming it on bad traffic. It was a Sunday morning. There was no “bad traffic”. And then our ability to track the bus turned off right a few minutes before the tracking had previously said it was going to arrive. Thankfully, the bus finally arrived 70 minutes after its scheduled arrival time, but they gave us no refunds or apology. The chairs were comfy, though.
1 out of 5 stars
Jj W.
Took an hour once I was on the bus just to leave town because we had to retrace our steps to get more folks missed the first time, bus was freezing, driver ran a red light and didn't yield to a fire truck. Driver pulled over to the side of the highway once during the journey then also turned around once to take another highway. 4:40-7:40 bus got in past 9.
Based on 173 reviews, the company was rated 3.2 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 R 1 407
Based on 88 reviews, Greyhound was rated 3.5 stars for this trip. Greyhound ticket prices on this trip start at R 2 030, with the trip lasting on average 345.
Greyhound Austin Houston recent customer reviews
I never had the chane to aboard the travel and missed a very important appointment and was suspended from the event unfortunately for three months thanks be to greyhound it was a total disaster i let my kids down this Christmas because of the appointment i missed it hurts and is an unpleasant feeling i just want to yell to the top of my lungs I've even let my spouse down as well because of the lack of assistance i received as a first time traveler from Houston by way of greyhound
1 out of 5 stars
Ellery H.
I bought a ticket to arrive in Houston and was directed on a bus to San Antonio. Once I arrived there I wanted to get on a bus to Houston and was told there was nothing that could be done, even though I already paid for a ticket to Houston.
1 out of 5 stars
Habel A.
Im very dissapointed. I traveled from Austin to Houston, and I wanted to leave my luggage for 12 hours in the station (i had a plane next moring to cath) and i had to buy another ticket to leave the luggage, so I paid almost a 30 dollars for the storrage.
Frequently asked questions about travelling from Austin, TX, US to Houston, US by bus
Please note that timetables, routes, or operator details shown here may be updated or differ at the time of your trip.
How much is the bus ticket from Austin to Houston?
The cheapest bus tickets from Austin to Houston start at R 470. The average price for this route is around R 554. Busbud recommends booking your tickets in advance for the best chance of getting the lowest possible price.
How long is the bus journey from Austin to Houston?
The average bus journey time from Austin to Houston is 3h, covering a distance of 236 km. The fastest bus gets you there in 1h 45m and is operated by FlixBus.
Which bus companies service the Austin to Houston route?
Several major bus companies operate on this route with 33 buses available per day, including services from FlixBus, RedCoach, Tornado Bus, Greyhound.
What is the earliest and latest departure time for the bus from Austin to Houston?
The earliest bus departs from Austin to Houston at 06:30. And the latest bus departs at 22:50.
What are the CO₂ emissions for the bus trip from Austin to Houston?
A bus trip from Austin to Houston produces an estimated 6 kg of CO₂, making it a highly eco-friendly travel option and Busbud’s recommended way to travel.
What is the best bus company from Austin to Houston?
According to Busbud customers, the highest-rated bus company on this route is RedCoach, with an average rating of 4.0 out of 5 stars based on 4131 reviews.
Which bus company has the best Wi-Fi from Austin to Houston?
Based on reviews on Busbud, the bus company Tornado Bus has the best Wi-Fi rating with a score of 4.1.
Which bus company offers the most punctual service from Austin to Houston?
According to Busbud traveller reviews, the most punctual bus company on this route is FlixBus, with a punctuality rating of 3.9 out of 5 stars.
Which bus company has the cleanest buses from Austin to Houston?
According to Busbud traveller reviews, the bus company with the cleanest buses on this route is RedCoach, with a cleanliness rating of 4.5 out of 5 stars.
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The cheapest trip from Austin, TX, US to Houston, US was searched and found on 26 Jan 2026 with a price of R 426
To save money and be sure you have the best seat, it's a good idea to buy your bus tickets from Austin, TX, US to Houston, US as early as possible.
You can expect to pay from R 426 to R 1 335 for a bus ticket from Austin, TX, US to Houston, US based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at R 426, which is on 2026-01-26.
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.
The cheapest trip from Austin, TX, US to Houston, US was searched and found on 26 Jan 2026 with a price of R 426
