Bus from Austin, TX, US to San Antonio, US: Tickets & Schedules

Next bus departures

Next departures for Austin to San Antonio on December 3
Operated byVehicle typeDeparture timeDeparture locationTrip durationArrival timeArrival locationRecommendedPrice and booking link
FlixBusBus
Downtown Austin
San Antonio Bus StationCheapest
Tornado BusBus
Austin, (TX - TBC Austin)
Tornado I-35Fastest
Greyhound Lines MexicoBus
Austin Eastside Bus Plaza
San Antonio Bus StationNo tags
Valley TransitBus
Austin Eastside Bus Plaza
San Antonio Bus StationNo tags
FlixBusBus
Downtown Austin
San Antonio Bus StationNo tags

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Compare 2 ways to go from Austin to San Antonio

We recommend taking the train

Among the sustainable travel choices, the train stands out as the good way to reach San Antonio. The journey takes about 3 hours 26 minutes and with fares starting at just $13, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

1train per day
3h 26mAverage Duration
73 milesDistance
11kgCO₂ emissions
Average Price$15 - $95Average Duration1h 40m
3kg CO₂e
Average Price$13 - $18Average Duration3h 26m
11kg CO₂e

Frequently asked questions about traveling from Austin, TX, US to San Antonio, US by bus

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

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

    The cheapest bus tickets from Austin to San Antonio start from $15. The average price for this route is around $22. Busbud recommends that you book your tickets in advance for a better chance to get the lowest possible price.

  2. How long is the bus ride from Austin to San Antonio?

    The average bus trip duration from Austin to San Antonio is 1h 40m, covering a distance of 73 miles (117 km). The quickest bus can get you there in 1h 5m and is operated by Tornado Bus.

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

    Several major bus companies operate on this route with 39 buses available per day, including services from FlixBus, Tornado Bus, Greyhound, RedCoach, Valley Transit, Turimex Internacional.

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

    The earliest bus departs from Austin to San Antonio at 3:30am. And the latest bus departs at 11:45pm.

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

    A bus trip from Austin to San Antonio generates an estimated 3 kg of CO₂, making it a highly eco-friendly travel option and recommended mode of travel by Busbud.

  6. What is the best bus company from Austin 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 Austin 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 has the most timely service from Austin to San Antonio?

    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.

  9. Which bus company has the cleanest buses from Austin 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
11/30
$16
12/01
$15
Today
$17
12/03
$13
12/04
$11
12/05
$13
12/06
$13
12/07
$13
busbud logoThe cheapest trip from Austin, TX, US to San Antonio, US was searched and found on Dec 4, 2025 with a price of $11

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 San Antonio, US, as early as possible.

You can expect to pay from $11 to $80 for a bus ticket from Austin, TX, US to San Antonio, US based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at $11 which is on 2025-12-04.

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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