Bus from Houston, US to San Antonio, US: Tickets & Timetables

Next bus departures

Next departures from Houston to San Antonio on 7 December
Operated byVehicle typeDeparture timeDeparture locationTrip durationArrival timeArrival locationRecommendedPrice and booking link
Greyhound Lines, Inc.Bus
Houston Bus Station
San Antonio Bus StationCheapest
Tornado BusBus
Houston Southwest, (TX - EEX Houston Southwest)
Tornado I-35Fastest
Greyhound Lines, Inc.Bus
Houston Bus Station
San Antonio Bus StationNo tags
Valley TransitBus
Houston Bus Station
San Antonio Bus StationNo tags
FlixBus + Valley Transit
Bus
Downtown Gray & Smith
San Antonio Bus StationNo tags

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Compare 2 ways to travel from Houston to San Antonio

We recommend taking the bus

Among the sustainable travel choices, the bus stands out as a good way to reach San Antonio. The journey takes about 4 hours 10 minutes and with fares starting at just R 226, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

40bus per day
4h 10mAverage duration
304 kmDistance
8kgCO₂ emissions
Average priceR 226 - R 2 571Average duration4h 10m
8kg CO₂e
Average priceR 794 - R 937Average duration5h 10m
28kg CO₂e

Frequently asked questions about travelling from Houston, US to San Antonio, US by bus

Please note that timetables, routes, or operator details shown here may be updated or differ at the time of your trip.

  1. How much is the bus ticket from Houston to San Antonio?

    The cheapest bus tickets from Houston to San Antonio start at R 226. The average price for this route is around R 916. Busbud recommends booking your tickets in advance for the best chance of getting the lowest possible price.

  2. How long is the bus journey from Houston to San Antonio?

    The average bus journey time from Houston to San Antonio is 4h 10m, covering a distance of 304 km. The fastest bus gets you there in 2h 55m and is operated by Tornado Bus.

  3. Which bus companies service the Houston to San Antonio route?

    Several major bus companies operate on this route with 40 buses available per day, including services from Tornado Bus, Greyhound, FlixBus, Valley Transit, RedCoach, Turimex Internacional.

  4. What is the earliest and latest departure time for the bus from Houston to San Antonio?

    The earliest bus departs from Houston to San Antonio at 02:00. And the latest bus departs at 20:15.

  5. What are the CO₂ emissions for the bus trip from Houston to San Antonio?

    A bus trip from Houston to San Antonio produces an estimated 8 kg of CO₂, making it a highly eco-friendly travel option and Busbud’s recommended way to travel.

  6. What is the best bus company from Houston to San Antonio?

    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 4073 reviews.

  7. Which bus company has the best Wi-Fi from Houston to San Antonio?

    Based on reviews on Busbud, the bus company RedCoach has the best Wi-Fi rating with a score of 3.9.

  8. Which bus company offers the most punctual service from Houston to San Antonio?

    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.

  9. Which bus company has the cleanest buses from Houston to San Antonio?

    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.

Find cheapest prices for buses

Price is for a one-way ticket for one passenger and based on past searches.

Best price found
04/12
R 694
05/12
R 729
Today
R 660
07/12
R 660
08/12
R 503
09/12
R 477
10/12
R 477
11/12
R 477
busbud logoThe cheapest trip from Houston, US to San Antonio, US was searched and found on 09 Dec 2025 with a price of R 477

To save money and be sure you have the best seat, it's a good idea to buy your bus tickets from Houston, US to San Antonio, US as early as possible.

You can expect to pay from R 477 to R 1 180 for a bus ticket from Houston, US to San Antonio, US based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at R 477, which is on 2025-12-09.

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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