What is the cheapest way to get from Downtown Austin to Houston?

The cheapest way to get from Downtown Austin to Houston is to bus which costs $23 - $40 and takes 3h 10m.

What is the fastest way to get from Downtown Austin to Houston?

The fastest way to get from Downtown Austin to Houston is to drive which takes 2h 45m and costs $29 - $45.

Is there a direct bus between Downtown Austin and Houston?

Yes, there is a direct bus departing from Austin Doubletree University Area and arriving at Hyatt Regency Houston. Services depart every four hours, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 2h 45m.

How far is it from Downtown Austin to Houston?

The distance between Downtown Austin and Houston is 163 miles. The road distance is 161.2 miles.

How do I travel from Downtown Austin to Houston without a car?

The best way to get from Downtown Austin to Houston without a car is to bus via Austin Doubletree University Area which takes 2h 59m and costs $120 - $150.

How long does it take to get from Downtown Austin to Houston?

The bus from Austin Doubletree University Area to Hyatt Regency Houston takes 2h 45m including transfers and departs every four hours.

Where do I catch the Downtown Austin to Houston bus from?

Downtown Austin to Houston bus services, operated by Flixbus USA, depart from Downtown Austin station.

Bus or fly from Downtown Austin to Houston?

The best way to get from Downtown Austin to Houston is to bus via Austin Doubletree University Area which takes 2h 59m and costs $120 - $150. Alternatively, you can fly, which costs $75 - $650 and takes 3h 39m.

Where does the Downtown Austin to Houston bus arrive?

Downtown Austin to Houston bus services, operated by Flixbus USA, arrive at Downtown Houston station.

Can I drive from Downtown Austin to Houston?

Yes, the driving distance between Downtown Austin to Houston is 161 miles. It takes approximately 2h 45m to drive from Downtown Austin to Houston.

How do I get a bus ticket from Downtown Austin to Houston?

Book your Downtown Austin to Houston bus tickets online with Omio and FlixBus.

Where can I stay near Houston?

There are 2213+ hotels available in Houston.

Downtown Austin to Houston - 6 ways to travel via bus, car, and plane

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Bus via Austin Doubletree University Area
best
1. Take the bus from Austin Doubletree University Area to Hyatt Regency Houstonbus Austin
2h 59m
$127–147
Bus (Flixbus)
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Downtown Austin to Downtown Houstonbus FlixBus 2270 / ...
3h 10m
$23–40
Drive 160.2 mi
1. Drive from Downtown Austin to Houstoncar 160.2 mi
2h 45m
$30–43
Fly to William P. Hobby Airport
1. Fly from Austin-Bergstrom International Airport (AUS) to William P. Hobby Airport (HOU)plane AUS - HOU
3h 39m
$78–604
Bus via Austin, TX - UT Austin
1. Take the bus from Austin, TX - UT Austin to Houston, TX - 808 Jefferson Stbus Frisco
5h 53m
$65–130
Fly to George Bush Intercontinental Airport, line 102 bus
1. Fly from Austin-Bergstrom International Airport (AUS) to George Bush Intercontinental Airport (IAH)plane AUS - IAH
2. Take the bus from Airmail Rd @ Pallet Rd to Milam St @ Preston Stbus
4h 5m
$753–956

Downtown Austin to Houston by foot and bus

43Weekly Services

2h 59mAverage Duration

$127Cheapest Price

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Distance: 161.7 mi
Duration: 2h 59m

What companies run services between Downtown Austin, TX, USA and Houston, 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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