How much is the bus ticket from Houston to El Paso?

The cheapest bus tickets from Houston to El Paso start from $68. The average price for this route is around $95. 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 Houston to El Paso?

The average bus trip duration from Houston to El Paso is 17h 35m, covering a distance of 676 miles (1091 km). The quickest bus can get you there in 12h 5m and is operated by Tornado Bus .

Which bus companies service the Houston to El Paso route?

Several major bus companies operate on this route with 24 buses available per day, including services from Greyhound , Tornado Bus , FlixBus , Valley Transit .

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

The earliest bus departs from Houston to El Paso at 2:00am. And the latest bus departs at 8:35pm.

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

A bus trip from Houston to El Paso generates an estimated 27 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 Houston to El Paso?

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 87518 reviews.

Which bus company has the best Wi-Fi from Houston to El Paso?

Based on reviews on Busbud, the bus company Tornado Bus has the best Wi-Fi rating with a score of 3.9.

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

According to Busbud traveler 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 Houston to El Paso?

According to Busbud traveler reviews, the bus company with the cleanest buses on this route is Tornado Bus , with a cleanliness rating of 4.4 out of 5 stars.

Bus Houston to El Paso from $59 | Refundable Tickets

Next bus departures

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Next departures for Houston to El Paso on February 10
Operated by	Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
	Bus	8:00pm	Houston Lockwood, (TX - TBC Lockwood)	12h 40m	7:40am	Tornado Bus Station	Cheapest
	Bus	8:35pm	Houston Airline	12h 5m	7:40am	Tornado Bus Station	Fastest
	Bus	2:00am	Houston Bus Station	14h 35m	3:35pm	Greyhound Station	No tags
FlixBus + Greyhound Lines, Inc.	Bus	1:15pm	Downtown Gray & Smith	17h 45m	6:00am	Greyhound Station	No tags
Valley Transit + Greyhound Lines, Inc.	Bus	6:35am	Hillcroft Ave & Southwest Freeway	1d	6:00am	Greyhound Station	No tags

Last refresh of the prices: Yesterday at 9:28 AM CST.

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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 a good way to reach El Paso. The journey takes about 17 hours 35 minutes and with fares starting at just $68, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

24bus per day

17h 35mAverage Duration

676 milesDistance

27kgCO₂ emissions

	Average Price	Average Duration	CO₂ emissions	Actions
Bus	Average Price$68 - $372	Average Duration17h 35m	CO₂ emissions 27kg CO₂e
Train	Average Price$107 - $225	Average Duration19h 30m	CO₂ emissions 99kg CO₂e

Where are the popular stops in Houston and El Paso?

Stops in Houston

A
Hillcroft Ave & Southwest Freeway
6590 Southwest Fwy, Houston, TX 77074, USA
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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
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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

Stops in El Paso

A
Tornado Bus Station
400 W Paisano Dr, El Paso, TX 79901, USA
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B
Greyhound Station
200 W San Antonio Ave, El Paso, TX 79901
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Compare bus companies

Greyhound

3.5/587,521 reviews

Staff3.6

Timeliness2.9

Cleanliness3.4

Wifi2.5

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

3/5173 reviews

Staff4.7

Timeliness3.4

Cleanliness4.4

Wifi3.9

Users have shared positive experiences with the bus service, highlighting that drivers speaking English was appreciated and contributed to a sense of safety. The buses are noted for having ample space and consistently arriving on time, making this mode of travel enjoyable and reliable for passengers.

Tornado Bus Houston El Paso recent customer reviews

The bus had plenty of room. Not many passengers. Always arrives on time. I love this way of traveling.

Jeffrey B.

December 26, 2025

Very clean facilities and stops are fast.great service

Rosa A.

May 7, 2018

FlixBus

3.5/512,194 reviews

Staff4.2

Timeliness4

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

3/539 reviews

Staff4

Timeliness3.4

Cleanliness3

Wifi2.8

US bus companies:FlixBus, BlaBlaCar Bus, Greyhound, ALSA, Intercape, Trenitalia, Big Sky

Frequently asked questions about traveling from Houston, US to El Paso, 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 Houston to El Paso?
The cheapest bus tickets from Houston to El Paso start from $68. The average price for this route is around $95. 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 Houston to El Paso?
The average bus trip duration from Houston to El Paso is 17h 35m, covering a distance of 676 miles (1091 km). The quickest bus can get you there in 12h 5m and is operated by Tornado Bus.
Which bus companies service the Houston to El Paso route?
Several major bus companies operate on this route with 24 buses available per day, including services from Greyhound, Tornado Bus, FlixBus, Valley Transit.
What is the earliest and latest departure time for the bus from Houston to El Paso?
The earliest bus departs from Houston to El Paso at 2:00am. And the latest bus departs at 8:35pm.
What are the CO₂ emissions for the bus trip from Houston to El Paso?
A bus trip from Houston to El Paso generates an estimated 27 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 Houston to El Paso?
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 87518 reviews.
Which bus company has the best Wi-Fi from Houston to El Paso?
Based on reviews on Busbud, the bus company Tornado Bus has the best Wi-Fi rating with a score of 3.9.
Which bus company has the most timely service from Houston to El Paso?
According to Busbud traveler 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 Houston to El Paso?
According to Busbud traveler reviews, the bus company with the cleanest buses on this route is Tornado Bus, with a cleanliness rating of 4.4 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

02/07

$70

02/08

$302

Today

$70

02/10

$70

02/11

$70

02/12

$70

02/13

$70

02/14

$70

The cheapest trip from Houston, US to El Paso, US was searched and found on Feb 7, 2026 with a price of $70

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 $70 to $310 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 $70 which is on 2026-02-10.

Usually Greyhound 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.