How much is the bus ticket from Austin to Houston?

The cheapest bus tickets from Austin to Houston start from DKK 184. The average price for this route is around DKK 217. 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 Houston?

The average bus trip duration from Austin to Houston is 3h 5m, covering a distance of 145 miles (233 km). The quickest bus can get you there in 2h 30m and is operated by FlixBus .

Which bus companies service the Austin to Houston route?

Several major bus companies operate on this route with 30 buses available per day, including services from FlixBus , RedCoach , Tornado Bus .

What is the earliest and latest departure time for the bus from Austin to Houston?

The earliest bus departs from Austin to Houston at 6:30am. And the latest bus departs at 10:50pm.

What are the CO₂ emissions for the bus trip from Austin to Houston?

A bus trip from Austin to Houston generates an estimated 5.82085 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 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 4153 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 4.0.

Which bus company has the most timely service from Austin to Houston?

According to Busbud traveler reviews, the most timely bus company on this route is FlixBus , with a punctuality rating of 4.0 out of 5 stars.

Which bus company has the cleanest buses from Austin to Houston?

According to Busbud traveler reviews, the bus company with the cleanest buses on this route is RedCoach , with a cleanliness rating of 4.5 out of 5 stars.

Bus Austin to Houston from DKK 147 | Refundable Tickets

Next bus departures

Next departures for Austin to Houston on April 26
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Bus	7:15pm	Austin Eastside Bus Plaza	2h 45m	10:00pm	Downtown Gray & Smith	Cheapest
Bus	11:15am	Austin Eastside Bus Plaza	2h 30m	1:45pm	Houston Uptown/Upper Kirby	Fastest
Bus	6:50am	Austin Eastside Bus Plaza	2h 45m	9:35am	Downtown Gray & Smith	No tags
Bus	11:30am	UT Austin (University of Texas at Austin)	3h	2:30pm	Houston - Downtown, TX	No tags
Bus	9:00am	Austin Eastside Bus Plaza	2h 55m	11:55am	Downtown Gray & Smith	No tags

Next departures for Austin to Houston on April 27
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Bus	7:15pm	Austin Eastside Bus Plaza	2h 45m	10:00pm	Downtown Gray & Smith	Cheapest
Bus	7:15pm	Austin Eastside Bus Plaza	2h 30m	9:45pm	Houston Uptown/Upper Kirby	Fastest
Bus	9:00am	Austin Eastside Bus Plaza	2h 55m	11:55am	Downtown Gray & Smith	No tags
Bus	10:10am	UT Austin (University of Texas at Austin)	3h 10m	1:20pm	Houston - Downtown, TX	No tags
Bus	10:30am	Austin, (TX - TBC Austin)	7h 25m	5:55pm	Houston Airline	No tags

Next departures for Austin to Houston on April 28
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Bus	1:05pm	Austin Eastside Bus Plaza	3h	4:05pm	Downtown Gray & Smith	Cheapest
Bus	4:20pm	Austin Eastside Bus Plaza	2h 40m	7:00pm	Houston Uptown/Upper Kirby	Fastest
Bus	4:20pm	Austin Eastside Bus Plaza	2h 55m	7:15pm	Downtown Gray & Smith	No tags
Bus	10:10am	UT Austin (University of Texas at Austin)	3h 10m	1:20pm	Houston - Downtown, TX	No tags
Bus	10:30am	Austin, (TX - TBC Austin)	7h 25m	5:55pm	Houston Airline	No tags

Next departures for Austin to Houston on April 29
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Bus	1:05pm	Austin Eastside Bus Plaza	3h	4:05pm	Downtown Gray & Smith	Cheapest
Bus	11:15am	Austin Eastside Bus Plaza	2h 30m	1:45pm	Houston Uptown/Upper Kirby	Fastest
Bus	11:15am	Austin Eastside Bus Plaza	2h 45m	2:00pm	Downtown Gray & Smith	No tags
Bus	10:10am	UT Austin (University of Texas at Austin)	3h 10m	1:20pm	Houston - Downtown, TX	No tags
Bus	10:30am	Austin, (TX - TBC Austin)	7h 25m	5:55pm	Houston Airline	No tags

Next departures for Austin to Houston on April 30
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Bus	9:00am	Austin Eastside Bus Plaza	2h 55m	11:55am	Downtown Gray & Smith	Cheapest
Bus	11:15am	Austin Eastside Bus Plaza	2h 30m	1:45pm	Houston Uptown/Upper Kirby	Fastest
Bus	11:15am	Austin Eastside Bus Plaza	2h 45m	2:00pm	Downtown Gray & Smith	No tags
Bus	10:10am	UT Austin (University of Texas at Austin)	3h 10m	1:20pm	Houston - Downtown, TX	No tags
Bus	10:30am	Austin, (TX - TBC Austin)	7h 25m	5:55pm	Houston Airline	No tags

Next departures for Austin to Houston on May 1
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Bus	6:50am	Austin Eastside Bus Plaza	2h 45m	9:35am	Downtown Gray & Smith	Cheapest
Bus	11:15am	Austin Eastside Bus Plaza	2h 30m	1:45pm	Houston Uptown/Upper Kirby	Fastest
Bus	9:00am	Austin Eastside Bus Plaza	2h 55m	11:55am	Downtown Gray & Smith	No tags
Bus	10:00am	UT Austin (University of Texas at Austin)	3h 5m	1:05pm	Houston - Downtown, TX	No tags
Bus	10:30am	Austin, (TX - TBC Austin)	7h 25m	5:55pm	Houston Airline	No tags

Next departures for Austin to Houston on May 2
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Bus	7:15pm	Austin Eastside Bus Plaza	2h 45m	10:00pm	Downtown Gray & Smith	Cheapest
Bus	11:15am	Austin Eastside Bus Plaza	2h 30m	1:45pm	Houston Uptown/Upper Kirby	Fastest
Bus	9:00am	Austin Eastside Bus Plaza	2h 55m	11:55am	Downtown Gray & Smith	No tags
Bus	10:10am	UT Austin (University of Texas at Austin)	3h 10m	1:20pm	Houston - Downtown, TX	No tags
Bus	10:30am	Austin, (TX - TBC Austin)	7h 25m	5:55pm	Houston Airline	No tags

Last refresh of the prices: Yesterday at 11:55 PM CDT.

Get from Austin to Houston

This route is served by bus only

The journey takes about 3 hours 5 minutes and with fares starting at just DKK 184, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

30bus per day

3h 5mAverage Duration

145 milesDistance

6kgCO₂ emissions

Where are the popular stops in Austin and Houston?

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 Houston

A
Hillcroft Ave & Southwest Freeway
6590 Southwest Fwy, Houston, TX 77074, USA
Visit page
B
Downtown Greyhound Station
2121 Main St, Houston, TX 77002
C
Harrisburg Greyhound Station
7000 Harrisburg Blvd, Houston, TX 77011, USA
D
Harrisburg Senda Station
7011 Harrisburg Blvd, Houston, TX 77011, USA
Visit page
E
Clay St & Louisiana St
600-698 Clay St, Houston, TX 77002, USA
F
Lockwood Dr & Harvey Wilson Dr
820 Lockwood Dr, Houston, TX 77002, USA

Compare bus companies

FlixBus

3.5/512,535 reviews

Staff4.2

Timeliness4.0

Cleanliness4.1

Wifi2.7

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.

Bella S.

August 21, 2025

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.

Tonni C.

September 2, 2024

The driver was not very inviting, very rude and aggressive. The bus was dirty and way behind schedule.

Amyillia B.

September 25, 2023

RedCoach

4.0/54,153 reviews

Staff4.6

Timeliness3.9

Cleanliness4.5

Wifi3.9

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.

Paul D.

December 30, 2025

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.

Jj W.

December 2, 2024

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.

Sloan R.

October 2, 2024

Tornado Bus

3.2/5176 reviews

Staff4.7

Timeliness3.4

Cleanliness4.3

Wifi3.8

A Texas-based company, Tornado Bus operates throughout the United States, with routes connecting major cities, including Houston, San Antonio and El Paso. Each day,2 buses leave from their terminals to destinations across the continent. Their buses are equipped with free Wi-Fi, air conditioning, bathrooms, power outlets and a comfortable amount of legroom. With prices as low as DKK 551 for a short ride, Tornado offers options for budget travelers, without compromising comfort. and those looking for a little luxury. The company requires printed tickets for boarding and their tickets are non-refundable, but you can exchange them up to two hours before travel time for a fee. With a friendly staff and multiple routes, traveling with Tornado is a convenient way to get around.

US bus companies:FlixBus, Greyhound, Futura, Elite, Chihuahuenses, Tufesa, Valley Transit

Frequently asked questions about traveling from Austin, 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 Austin to Houston?
The cheapest bus tickets from Austin to Houston start from DKK 184. The average price for this route is around DKK 217. 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 Houston?
The average bus trip duration from Austin to Houston is 3h 5m, covering a distance of 145 miles (233 km). The quickest bus can get you there in 2h 30m and is operated by FlixBus.
Which bus companies service the Austin to Houston route?
Several major bus companies operate on this route with 30 buses available per day, including services from FlixBus, RedCoach, Tornado Bus.
What is the earliest and latest departure time for the bus from Austin to Houston?
The earliest bus departs from Austin to Houston at 6:30am. And the latest bus departs at 10:50pm.
What are the CO₂ emissions for the bus trip from Austin to Houston?
A bus trip from Austin to Houston generates an estimated 5.82085 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 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 4153 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 4.0.
Which bus company has the most timely service from Austin to Houston?
According to Busbud traveler reviews, the most timely bus company on this route is FlixBus, with a punctuality rating of 4.0 out of 5 stars.
Which bus company has the cleanest buses from Austin to Houston?
According to Busbud traveler 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

04/24

DKK 242

04/25

DKK 229

Today

DKK 216

04/27

DKK 177

04/28

DKK 161

04/29

DKK 157

04/30

DKK 161

05/01

DKK 170

The cheapest trip from Austin, TX, US to Houston, US was searched and found on Apr 29, 2026 with a price of DKK 157

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 DKK 157 to DKK 523 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 DKK 157 which is on 2026-04-29.

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.