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| Operated by | Vehicle type | Departure time | Departure location | Trip duration | Arrival time | Arrival location | Recommended | Price and booking link |
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 | Bus | Houston Bus Station | Ft Smith Van Buren (Depot) | No tags | ||||
| Bus | Houston Bus Station | Ft Smith Van Buren (Depot) | No tags | ||||
FlixBus + Greyhound | Bus | Houston Bus Station | Ft Smith Van Buren (Depot) | No tags | ||||
FlixBus + Greyhound | Bus | Downtown Gray & Smith | Ft Smith Van Buren (Depot) | No tags | ||||
| Bus | Houston Bus Station | Ft Smith Van Buren (Depot) | No tags |
Get from Houston to Van Buren
The journey takes about 17 hours and with fares starting at just $104, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.
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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.
Frequently asked questions about traveling from Houston, US to Van Buren 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 Van Buren?
The cheapest bus tickets from Houston to Van Buren start from $104. The average price for this route is around $168. 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 Van Buren?
The average bus trip duration from Houston to Van Buren is 17h, covering a distance of 397 miles (639 km). The quickest bus can get you there in 23h 30m and is operated by Greyhound.
Which bus companies service the Houston to Van Buren route?
Several major train operators operate on this route with 3 trains available per day.
What is the earliest and latest departure time for the bus from Houston to Van Buren?
The earliest bus departs from Houston to Van Buren at 7:10am. And the latest bus departs at 10:35am.
What are the CO₂ emissions for the bus trip from Houston to Van Buren?
A bus trip from Houston to Van Buren generates an estimated 16 kg of CO₂, making it a highly eco-friendly travel option and recommended mode of travel by Busbud.
Find cheapest prices for buses
Price is for a one-way ticket for one passenger and based on past searches.
The cheapest trip from Houston, US to Van Buren was searched and found on Dec 3, 2025 with a price of $118To save money and be sure you have the best seat, it's a good idea to buy your bus tickets from Houston, US to Van Buren, as early as possible.
You can expect to pay from $118 to $148 for a bus ticket from Houston, US to Van Buren based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at $118 which is on 2025-12-03.
