What is the cheapest way to get from Austin to Galveston?

The cheapest way to get from Austin to Galveston is to drive which costs $35 - $60 and takes 3h 41m.

What is the fastest way to get from Austin to Galveston?

The fastest way to get from Austin to Galveston is to drive which takes 3h 41m and costs $35 - $60.

How far is it from Austin to Galveston?

The distance between Austin and Galveston is 213 miles. The road distance is 211.4 miles.

How do I travel from Austin to Galveston without a car?

The best way to get from Austin to Galveston without a car is to bus and taxi which takes 4h 20m and costs $110 - $150.

How long does it take to get from Austin to Galveston?

It takes approximately 4h 20m to get from Austin to Galveston, including transfers.

Can I drive from Austin to Galveston?

Yes, the driving distance between Austin to Galveston is 211 miles. It takes approximately 3h 41m to drive from Austin to Galveston.

Where can I stay near Galveston?

There are 1434+ hotels available in Galveston.

Austin to Galveston - 6 ways to travel via bus, taxi, car, and plane

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There are 6 ways to get from Austin to Galveston by bus, taxi, car, or plane

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Bus, taxi (Flixbus)
best
1. Take the bus from Austin Eastside Bus Plaza to Downtown Houstonbus FlixBus 2270 / ...
2. Take the taxi from Bay Area Park & Ride to Galvestontaxi
4h 20m
$111–144
Drive 210.2 mi
cheapest
1. Drive from Austin to Galvestoncar 210.2 mi
3h 41m
$39–56
Fly Austin-Bergstrom International Airport to William P. Hobby Airport, taxi
1. Fly from Austin-Bergstrom International Airport (AUS) to William P. Hobby Airport (HOU)plane AUS - HOU
2. Take the taxi from El Dorado Park & Ride to Galvestontaxi
4h 12m
$174–807
Bus, taxi via Austin Doubletree University Area
1. Take the bus from Austin Doubletree University Area to Hyatt Regency Houstonbus Austin
2. Take the taxi from Bay Area Park & Ride to Galvestontaxi
4h 51m
$214–251
Fly Austin-Bergstrom International Airport to George Bush Intercontinental Airport, line 500 bus, taxi
1. Fly from Austin-Bergstrom International Airport (AUS) to George Bush Intercontinental Airport (IAH)plane AUS - IAH
2. Take the bus from Bush IAH Term E - Downtown Direct to Travis St @ St. Joseph Pkwybus
3. Take the taxi from Bay Area Park & Ride to Galvestontaxi
5h 43m
$840–1,060
Bus to San Antonio International Airport, fly to William P. Hobby Airport, taxi
1. Take the bus from Austin Eastside Bus Plaza to San Antonio Bus Stationbus
2. Fly from San Antonio International Airport (SAT) to William P. Hobby Airport (HOU)plane SAT - HOU
3. Take the taxi from El Dorado Park & Ride to Galvestontaxi
6h 1m
$182–780

Austin-Bergstrom International Airport (AUS) to William P. Hobby Airport (HOU) flights

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Distance: 211.4 mi
Duration: 4h 20m

What companies run services between Austin, TX, USA and Galveston, TX, USA?

There is no direct connection from Austin to Galveston. However, you can take the bus to Downtown Houston, walk to Pierce St @ Travis St, take the line 247 bus to Bay Area Park & Ride, then take the taxi to Galveston. Alternatively, you can drive from Austin to Galveston in around 3h 41m.

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