What is the cheapest way to get from Dallas Airport (DAL) to Austin?

The cheapest way to get from Dallas Airport (DAL) to Austin is to drive which costs $35 - $55 and takes 3h 12m.

What is the fastest way to get from Dallas Airport (DAL) to Austin?

The fastest way to get from Dallas Airport (DAL) to Austin is to fly which takes 1h 29m and costs $55 - $390.

Is there a direct bus between Dallas Airport (DAL) and Austin?

No, there is no direct bus from Dallas Airport (DAL) to Austin. However, there are services departing from Love Field Airport and arriving at UT Austin via Dallas. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 4h 42m.

Is there a direct train between Dallas Airport (DAL) and Austin?

No, there is no direct train from Dallas Airport (DAL) station to Austin. However, there are services departing from Inwood/Love Field Station and arriving at Austin via Dallas. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 7h 59m.

How far is it from Dallas Airport (DAL) to Austin?

The distance between Dallas Airport (DAL) and Austin is 197 miles. The road distance is 201.9 miles.

How do I travel from Dallas Airport (DAL) to Austin without a car?

The best way to get from Dallas Airport (DAL) to Austin without a car is to bus which takes 4h 42m and costs $50 - $100.

How long does it take to get from Dallas Airport (DAL) to Austin?

It takes approximately 1h 29m to get from Dallas Airport (DAL) to Austin, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Dallas Airport (DAL) to Austin bus from?

Dallas Airport (DAL) to Austin bus services, operated by RedCoach, depart from Dallas station.

Where do I catch the Dallas Airport (DAL) to Austin train from?

Dallas Airport (DAL) to Austin train services, operated by Amtrak, depart from Dallas station.

Train, bus or fly from Dallas Airport (DAL) to Austin?

The best way to get from Dallas Airport (DAL) to Austin is to fly which takes 1h 29m and costs $55 - $390. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs $50 - $100 and takes 4h 42m, you could also train, which costs $80 - $170 and takes 7h 59m.

Where does the Dallas Airport (DAL) to Austin bus arrive?

Dallas Airport (DAL) to Austin bus services, operated by RedCoach, arrive at UT Austin station.

Where does the Dallas Airport (DAL) to Austin train arrive?

Dallas Airport (DAL) to Austin train services, operated by Amtrak, arrive at Austin station.

Can I drive from Dallas Airport (DAL) to Austin?

Yes, the driving distance between Dallas Airport (DAL) to Austin is 202 miles. It takes approximately 3h 12m to drive from Dallas Airport (DAL) to Austin.

Where can I stay near Austin?

There are 1656+ hotels available in Austin.

Can I share a ride from Dallas Airport (DAL) to Austin?

Check out Blablacar's carpooling service for rideshare options between Dallas Airport (DAL) and Austin. A great option if you don't have a driver's licence or want to avoid public transport.

Dallas Airport (DAL) to Austin - 6 ways to travel via train, plane, and bus

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There are 6 ways to get from Dallas Airport (DAL) to Austin by plane, bus, train (Amtrak), rideshare, car, or bus (Flixbus)

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Fly
best
1. Fly from Dallas (DAL) to Austin-Bergstrom International Airport (AUS)plane DAL - AUS
1h 29m
$57–382
Drive 200.7 mi
cheapest
1. Drive from Dallas Airport (DAL) to Austincar 200.7 mi
3h 12m
$37–53
Bus
1. Take the bus from Dallas to UT Austinbus Dallas–Austin / ...
4h 42m
$51–96
Train (Amtrak)
1. Take the train from Dallas to Austintrain Texas Eagle
7h 59m
$84–169
Airport Transfer
1. Take the rideshare from Dallas-DAL to Austinrideshare 200.7 mi
3h 12m
Bus via Downtown Austin
1. Take the bus from Downtown Dallas / Deep Ellum to Downtown Austinbus FlixBus 2230
4h 57m
$56–81

Dallas Airport (DAL) to Austin by bus, tram, and foot

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Distance: 196.2 mi
Duration: 1h 29m

What companies run services between Dallas Airport (DAL), USA and Austin, TX, USA?

Southwest Airlines flies from Dallas (DAL) to Austin-Bergstrom International Airport (AUS) every 4 hours. Alternatively, RedCoach operates a bus from Dallas to UT Austin every 4 hours. Tickets cost $45–90 and the journey takes 3h 10m.

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