What is the travel distance from Houston to El Paso?

About 670 miles (1080 km) separate Houston and El Paso.

What are the departure and arrival stations when taking the bus from Houston to El Paso?

The majority of buses traveling from Houston to El Paso start their journey at Hillcroft Ave & Southwest Freeway and wind up at Greyhound Station. These are the main departure and arrival locations on this route, but you could find others that could be a better fit for your travel plans.

Bus Houston to El Paso from $71 | Refundable Tickets

Next departures

Next departures for Houston to El Paso on November 3
Operated by	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
	7:15pm	Houston Lockwood, (TX - TBC Lockwood)	12h 40m	6:55am	Tornado Bus Station	Cheapest
	7:50pm	Houston Airline	12h 5m	6:55am	Tornado Bus Station	Fastest
	2:00am	Houston Bus Station	14h 35m	3:35pm	Greyhound Station	No tags
FlixBus + Greyhound Lines, Inc.	1:30pm	Downtown Gray & Smith	17h 30m	6:00am	Greyhound Station	No tags
Valley Transit + Greyhound Lines, Inc.	6:35am	Hillcroft Ave & Southwest Freeway	1d	6:00am	Greyhound Station	No tags

Next departures for Houston to El Paso on November 5
Operated by	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
	2:00am	Houston Bus Station	14h 35m	3:35pm	Greyhound Station	Cheapest
	7:50pm	Houston Airline	12h 5m	6:55am	Tornado Bus Station	Fastest
	8:20am	Houston Bus Station	17h 35m	12:55am	Greyhound Station	No tags
FlixBus + Greyhound Lines, Inc.	11:10am	Downtown Gray & Smith	19h 50m	6:00am	Greyhound Station	No tags
Valley Transit + Greyhound Lines, Inc.	6:35am	Hillcroft Ave & Southwest Freeway	1d	6:00am	Greyhound Station	No tags

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Compare 2 ways to go from Houston to El Paso

We recommend taking the bus

Among the sustainable travel choices, the bus stands out as the good way to reach El Paso. The journey takes about 17 hours 35 minutes and with fares starting at just $72, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

23bus per day

17h 35mAverage Duration

671 milesDistance

27kgCO₂ emissions

	Average Price	Average Duration	CO₂ emissions
Bus	Average Price$72 - $406	Average Duration17h 35m	CO₂ emissions 27kg CO₂e
Train	Average Price$90 - $188	Average Duration19h 30m	CO₂ emissions 99kg CO₂e

Bus Houston, US to El Paso, US: Trip Overview

Average ticket price$101

Average bus trip duration17h 35m

Number of daily buses23

Earliest bus departure2:00am

Distance671 miles (1081 km)

Latest bus departure8:01pm

Compare bus companies

Greyhound

3.5/587,346 reviews

Staff3.6

Timeliness2.9

Cleanliness3.3

Wifi2.4

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.

Greyhound Houston El Paso recent customer reviews

The staff was very unprofessional. They couldn’t find my reservation. The lady at the counter walked off on me without helping me. Worst experience ever. They made me miss my bus at 2 in the morning

Danalyne P.

August 9, 2018

We were stock in Van Horn for 6 hours from 400pm to 10 00am without any kind of food or relief.

Jean L.

June 20, 2017

Awesome but I wouldn’t recommended.

Candido G.

September 26, 2022

Tornado Bus

3/5153 reviews

Staff4.4

Timeliness3.1

Cleanliness4.7

Wifi3.7

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 $74 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.

Tornado Bus Houston El Paso recent customer reviews

I was happy that the driver spoke English. My Spanish is very good. We made excellent time and I felt very safe. I look forward to my return trip.

Jeffrey B.

October 8, 2025

Very clean facilities and stops are fast.great service

Rosa A.

May 7, 2018

FlixBus

3.5/511,153 reviews

Staff4.1

Timeliness3.9

Cleanliness4.1

Wifi2.7

Flixbus is a European bus operator that offers intercity and bus travel in over 38 countries. Known for their easy-to-spot lime green buses and for offering affordable transportation between cities in Europe and the Americas, Flixbus is a good option for those looking for an affordable, reliable bus company. In their buses, you'll find free WiFi, bathrooms, and power outlets. You can also pay extra to choose your seat and get extra legroom, or even buy a snack or drink onboard directly from the driver. You can reschedule your ticket for a small fee, which varies from $1 to $5, depending on how close you are to the departure date.

Valley Transit

3/533 reviews

Staff3.8

Timeliness3.4

Cleanliness2.9

Wifi2.3

US bus companies: FlixBus, BlaBlaCar Bus, Greyhound, Sindbad, Infobus, Gontijo, Rider Express

Houston to El Paso Bus

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Where are the popular stops in Houston and El Paso?

Stops in Houston

A - Hillcroft Ave & Southwest Freeway

B - Downtown Greyhound Station

C - Harrisburg Greyhound Station

D - Harrisburg Senda Station

E - Clay St & Louisiana St

F - Lockwood Dr & Harvey Wilson Dr

Stops in El Paso

A - Greyhound Station

B - Tornado Bus Station

Frequently asked questions for your trip Houston, US - El Paso, US

What is the travel distance from Houston to El Paso?
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Find cheapest prices for buses

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

Best price found

10/31

$90

11/01

$90

Today

$73

11/03

$90

11/04

No data

11/05

$73

11/06

$75

11/07

$73

The cheapest trip from Houston, US to El Paso, US was searched and found on Nov 2, 2025 with a price of $73

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 El Paso, US, as early as possible.

You can expect to pay from $73 to $275 for a bus ticket from Houston, US to El Paso, US based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at $73 which is on 2025-11-05.

About Bus Travel

Bus Travel Tips

Make friends with the driver. They usually know a lot about your destination and may even recommend which side of the bus to sit on to get the best views on the road between Houston and El Paso!

From miles long of beauteous natural landscapes to impressive man-crafted sights, you're bound to be in for a visual treat on your bus trip from Houston to El Paso.

Taking the bus creates the smallest carbon footprint compared to other modes of transport. Not to mention that buses will allow you to discover scenic gems from Houston to El Paso that are otherwise impossible to come by with a plane.

Make a music playlist for your bus ride from Houston to El Paso, and enjoy the scenery to tunes from your own personal soundtrack.

Did you know?

Did you know that 80% of the buses in North America are equipped with WiFi and power outlets ? And 60% of bus travelers have used their electronic device on board during 2014.

Did you know some bus companies in Germany offer to their passenger low-costs snacks and regional beer based on their destination? Prosit!

The word 'bus' is an abbreviation of 'omnibus" which means 'for all' in Latin as buses were meant to be transportation for everybody.

What's the cheapest way to go from Houston, US to El Paso, US?

The bus is the cheapest travel choice for this destination

Vehicle Type	Travel Time	Avg Price	Daily Departures
Vehicle TypeBus	Travel Time17h 35m	Avg Price$101	Daily Departures23
Vehicle TypeTrain	Travel Time19h 30m	Avg Price$107	Daily Departures1

Will you be returning to Houston, US by bus?

Bus from El Paso, US to Houston, US

You can also go to El Paso, US by train

Train from Houston, US to El Paso, US

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