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| Operated by | Vehicle type | Departure time | Departure location | Trip duration | Arrival time | Arrival location | Recommended | Price and booking link |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
FlixBus + Valley Transit | Bus | Downtown Austin | Harlingen Bus Station | Cheapest | ||||
 | Bus | Austin, (TX - TBC Austin) | Harlingen Bus Stop | Fastest | ||||
Greyhound Lines Mexico + Valley Transit | Bus | Austin Eastside Bus Plaza | Harlingen Bus Station | No tags | ||||
 | Bus | Austin Eastside Bus Plaza | Harlingen Bus Station | No tags | ||||
FlixBus + Valley Transit | Bus | Austin South Congress | Harlingen Bus Station | No tags |
Last refresh of the prices: Last Sunday at 10:07 PM CST.
Get from Austin to Harlingen
The journey takes about 9 hours 30 minutes and with fares starting at just $50, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.
Where are the popular stops in Austin and Harlingen?
Stops in Austin
- A
Greyhound Station
916 E Koenig Ln, Austin, TX 78752, USA - B
Airport Blvd
2001 Airport Blvd, Austin, TX 78702, USA - C
Brazos St
35 Brazos St, Austin, TX 78701, USA - D
Ben White Bd & I-35
711 E Ben White Blvd, Austin, TX 78704, USA
Stops in Harlingen
- A1826 W Tyler Ave, Harlingen, TX 78550, USA
- B215 E Monroe Ave, Harlingen, TX 78550
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Frequently asked questions about traveling from Austin, TX, US to Harlingen, 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 Austin to Harlingen?
The cheapest bus tickets from Austin to Harlingen start from $50. The average price for this route is around $85. 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 Austin to Harlingen?
The average bus trip duration from Austin to Harlingen is 9h 30m, covering a distance of 280 miles (452 km). The quickest bus can get you there in 5h 35m and is operated by Tornado Bus.
Which bus companies service the Austin to Harlingen route?
Several major bus companies operate on this route with 8 buses available per day, including services from Tornado Bus, Valley Transit, Greyhound, FlixBus.
What is the earliest and latest departure time for the bus from Austin to Harlingen?
The earliest bus departs from Austin to Harlingen at 3:30am. And the latest bus departs at 11:45pm.
What are the CO₂ emissions for the bus trip from Austin to Harlingen?
A bus trip from Austin to Harlingen generates an estimated 11 kg of CO₂, making it a highly eco-friendly travel option and recommended mode of travel by Busbud.
What is the best bus company from Austin to Harlingen?
According to Busbud customers, the highest-rated bus company on this route is Greyhound, with an average rating of 3.5 out of 5 stars based on 87387 reviews.
Which bus company has the best Wi-Fi from Austin to Harlingen?
Based on reviews on Busbud, the bus company Tornado Bus has the best Wi-Fi rating with a score of 3.6.
Which bus company has the most timely service from Austin to Harlingen?
According to Busbud traveller reviews, the most timely 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 Harlingen?
According to Busbud traveller reviews, the bus company with the cleanest buses on this route is Tornado Bus, 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.
The cheapest trip from Austin, TX, US to Harlingen, US was searched and found on Dec 3, 2025 with a price of $54To 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 Harlingen, US, as early as possible.
You can expect to pay from $54 to $115 for a bus ticket from Austin, TX, US to Harlingen, US based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at $61 which is on 2025-12-05.
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.
