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  • This trip is recommended because it is: Cheapest + Fastest
    Departure time: April 26 at
    Departure city: Houston
    Departure location: 7000 Harrisburg Blvd, Greyhound Bus station
    Arrival time: April 26 at
    Destination city: Waco
    Destination location: WACO, TX
    Operated by: Greyhound Lines, Inc.Greyhound Lines, Inc.
    Vehicle: BusDuration:
    $40
  • This trip is recommended because it is: 2nd Cheapest
    Departure time: April 26 at
    Departure city: Houston
    Departure location: The Woodlands - 1201 Lake Woodlands Dr.
    Arrival time: April 26 at
    Destination city: Waco
    Destination location: 1020 S 5th St - Waco S.
    Operated by: FlixBusFlixBus
    Vehicle: BusDuration:
    $71
  • Departure time: April 26 at
    Departure city: Houston
    Departure location: Downtown Gray & Smith
    Arrival time: April 26 at
    Destination city: Waco
    Destination location: 1020 S 5th St - Waco S.
    Operated by: FlixBusFlixBus
    Vehicle: BusDuration:
    $72
Bus Houston to Waco: Trip Overview

Bus Houston to Waco: Trip Overview

Average ticket price$64
Average bus trip duration6h 30m
Number of daily buses7
Earliest bus departure5:45 AM
Distance163 miles (262 km)
Latest bus departure5:30 PM

Houston to Waco Buses

Information on this bus route

Daily Departures7
Earliest and Latest Bus Departures5:45AM - 5:30PM
Minimum Price$43
Average Ticket Price$64
Minimum Trip Duration4h25m
Average Bus Trip Duration6h30m
Distance163 miles (262 km)
Bus Companies on This RouteFlixBus, Greyhound
Frequently Asked Questions

Frequently asked questions for your trip Houston - Waco

The best way to travel from Houston to Waco is by bus. Traveling by bus offers a budget-friendly, secure, and easy way to go between the two cities. Taking a ride with other travelers through carpool services is an additional option to consider.

The travel time from Houston to Waco is about 6h 30m, although the minimum time it takes to get there is 4h 25m with the fastest bus. This is the time it takes to travel the 163 miles (263 km) that separate the two cities.

Houston and Waco are 163 miles (263 km) apart.

On average, there are 7 daily departures on this route, offered by FlixBus and Greyhound. The number of buses running from Houston to Waco may change based on the day of the week. Simplify your trip from Houston to Waco by checking the schedules and selecting the bus that fits your travel style and budget on Busbud.

The bus service operates from 5:45 AM for the initial departure and runs until 5:30 PM for the final departure.

Most of the buses traveling from Houston to Waco leave from Downtown Greyhound Station and arrive at Downtown Transit Terminal, 301 S 8th street. These are the main departure and arrival locations on this route, there are other pick-up and drop-off locations that could make it easier for you to reach your destination.

You can save a lot of money on your trip from Houston to Waco by choosing to travel by bus. With prices starting at $43, you won't find a cheaper way to get there.

The bus ticket costs $64 on average. Over the last 30 days, the prices ranged between $43 and $217, so make sure to compare them to get the best option.

About Bus Travel

Bus Travel Tips

If you're abroad, study some local language. Not only could it get you out of a pickle during your bus trip from Houston to Waco but it'll also be endearing to native speakers who will surely appreciate your effort.

Start sightseeing the minute your bus leaves the station. If you're on the night bus from Houston to Waco, get comfy and count the stars.

Buses have one of the smallest carbon footprints of motorized transport modes. A bus going from Houston to Waco will emit less CO2 than a car or an airplane.

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

Did you know?

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

It takes 27 hours to go by bus from Lima to Cusco, one of the craziest bus trips on the world. This route is used daily by locals and backpackers.

Did you know there are on average 4,400 intercity bus departures every day in the US only? This number has been growing for 9 years in a row, yay!

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