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How to get fromDowntown Houston to Galvestonby bus, taxi, or car

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There are 4 ways to get from Downtown Houston to Galveston by bus, taxi, or car

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  1. Line 247 bus, taxi

    best
    1. Take the bus from Milam St @ Dallas St to Bay Area Park & Ridebus bus 247 / ...
    2. Take the taxi from Bay Area Park & Ride to Galvestontaxi taxi
    1h 14m
    $88–104

  2. Drive 49.8 mi

    cheapest
    1. Drive from Downtown Houston to Galvestoncar car 49.8 mi
    54 min
    $10–14

  3. Taxi

    1. Take the taxi from Downtown Houston to Galvestontaxi taxi 49.8 mi
    54 min
    $130–160

  4. Line 247 bus, taxi via Milam St @ McKinney St

    1. Take the bus from Milam St @ McKinney St to Bay Area Park & Ridebus bus 247 / ...
    2. Take the taxi from Bay Area Park & Ride to Galvestontaxi taxi
    1h 16m
    $88–104

Questions & Answers

Map of how to get from Downtown Houston to Galveston.ExpandLaunch map view
  • Distance: 54.1 mi
  • Duration: 1h 14m

What companies run services between Downtown Houston, TX, USA and Galveston, TX, USA?

There is no direct connection from Downtown Houston to Galveston. However, you can take the line 247 bus to Bay Area Park & Ride then take the taxi to Galveston. Alternatively, you can drive from Downtown Houston to Galveston in around 54 min.

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