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| Operated by | Vehicle type | Departure time | Departure location | Trip duration | Arrival time | Arrival location | Recommended | Price and booking link |
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 | Bus | Athens, TX | Houston Bus Station | No tags | ||||
| Bus | Athens, TX | Houston Bus Station | No tags | ||||
| Bus | Athens, TX | Houston Bus Station | No tags | ||||
| Bus | Athens, TX | Houston Bus Station | No tags | ||||
| Bus | Athens, TX | Houston Bus Station | No tags |
Get from Athens to Houston
The journey takes about 3 hours 55 minutes and with fares starting at just $39, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.
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Greyhound Lines offers the most comprehensive intercity bus services in the United States. They operate a modern, environmentally friendly fleet that serves more than 2400 destinations and carries nearly 16 million passengers annually. When traveling with them, you can expect free WiFi, onboard entertainment, bathrooms, power outlets and decent legroom. One of the great perks of Greyhound is that they connect big cities and smaller towns in the US, where you usually can't get to by train or plane. If you're looking for safe and affordable transportation, Greyhound is a great choice.
Frequently asked questions about traveling from Athens, TX, US to Houston, US by bus
Please note that schedules, routes, or operator details shown here may be updated or vary at the time of your trip.
How much is the bus ticket from Athens to Houston?
The cheapest bus tickets from Athens to Houston start from $39. The average price for this route is around $61. Busbud recommends that you book your tickets in advance for a better chance to get the lowest possible price.
How long is the bus ride from Athens to Houston?
The average bus trip duration from Athens to Houston is 3h 55m, covering a distance of 174 miles (280 km). The quickest bus can get you there in 3h 55m and is operated by Greyhound.
Which bus companies service the Athens to Houston route?
Several major train operators operate on this route with 2 trains available per day.
What is the earliest and latest departure time for the bus from Athens to Houston?
The earliest bus departs from Athens to Houston at 8:40am. And the latest bus departs at 4:00pm.
What are the CO₂ emissions for the bus trip from Athens to Houston?
A bus trip from Athens to Houston generates an estimated 7 kg of CO₂, making it a highly eco-friendly travel option and recommended mode of travel by Busbud.
Find cheapest prices for buses
Price is for a one-way ticket for one passenger and based on past searches.
The cheapest trip from Athens, TX, US to Houston, US was searched and found on Jan 3, 2026 with a price of $31To save money and be sure you have the best seat, it's a good idea to buy your bus tickets from Athens, TX, US to Houston, US, as early as possible.
You can expect to pay from $31 to $55 for a bus ticket from Athens, TX, US to Houston, US based on the last 1 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at $31 which is on 2026-01-03.
