What is the cheapest way to get from Austin to Hobby Airport?

The cheapest way to get from Austin to Hobby Airport is to bus via Downtown Austin which costs $26 - $40 and takes 4h 5m.

What is the fastest way to get from Austin to Hobby Airport?

The fastest way to get from Austin to Hobby Airport is to fly which takes 2h 32m and costs $40 - $330.

Is there a direct bus between Austin and Hobby Airport?

No, there is no direct bus from Austin to Hobby Airport. However, there are services departing from Austin Doubletree University Area and arriving at Hobby Airport via Smith St @ Lamar St and Travis St @ St. Joseph Pkwy. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 3h 41m.

How far is it from Austin to Hobby Airport?

The distance between Austin and Hobby Airport is 173 miles. The road distance is 171.4 miles.

How do I travel from Austin to Hobby Airport without a car?

The best way to get from Austin to Hobby Airport without a car is to bus which takes 3h 41m and costs $130 - $150.

How long does it take to get from Austin to Hobby Airport?

It takes approximately 3h 41m to get from Austin to Hobby Airport, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Austin to Hobby Airport bus from?

Austin to Hobby Airport bus services, operated by Vonlane, depart from Austin Doubletree University Area station.

Bus or fly from Austin to Hobby Airport?

The best way to get from Austin to Hobby Airport is to bus which takes 3h 41m and costs $130 - $150. Alternatively, you can fly, which costs $40 - $330 and takes 2h 32m.

Where does the Austin to Hobby Airport bus arrive?

Austin to Hobby Airport bus services, operated by Vonlane, arrive at Hyatt Regency Houston station.

Can I drive from Austin to Hobby Airport?

Yes, the driving distance between Austin to Hobby Airport is 171 miles. It takes approximately 3h to drive from Austin to Hobby Airport.

Where can I stay near Hobby Airport?

There are 2180+ hotels available in Hobby Airport.

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There are 7 ways to get from Austin to Hobby Airport by bus, car, plane, or bus (Flixbus)

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Bus
best
1. Take the bus from Austin Doubletree University Area to Hyatt Regency Houstonbus Austin
3h 41m
$130–150
Bus via Downtown Austin (Flixbus)
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Downtown Austin to Downtown Houstonbus FlixBus 2270 / ...
4h 5m
$27–39
Drive 170.4 mi
1. Drive from Austin to Hobby Airportcar 170.4 mi
3h
$32–45
Fly Austin-Bergstrom International Airport to William P. Hobby Airport
1. Fly from Austin-Bergstrom International Airport (AUS) to William P. Hobby Airport (HOU)plane AUS - HOU
2h 32m
$41–322
Bus via Austin, TX - UT Austin
1. Take the bus from Austin, TX - UT Austin to Houston, TX - 808 Jefferson Stbus Frisco
6h 14m
$70–94
Fly Austin-Bergstrom International Airport to George Bush Intercontinental Airport, bus
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 Hobby Airportbus
4h 28m
$754–957
Bus to San Antonio International Airport, fly to William P. Hobby Airport
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
4h 9m
$64–402

Austin to Hobby Airport by bus

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Distance: 171.7 mi
Duration: 3h 41m

What companies run services between Austin, TX, USA and Hobby Airport, TX, USA?

Vonlane operates a bus from Austin Doubletree University Area to Hyatt Regency Houston every 4 hours. Tickets cost $127–147 and the journey takes 2h 45m. Alternatively, Southwest Airlines flies from Austin-Bergstrom International Airport (AUS) to William P. Hobby Airport (HOU) 3 times a day.

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