Rome2Rio

How to get fromHouston to Galveston Islandby bus, taxi, or car

Find Transport to Galveston Island

See all options

There are 5 ways to get from Houston to Galveston Island by bus, taxi, or car

Select an option below to see step-by-step directions and to compare ticket prices and travel times in Rome2Rio's travel planner.

  1. Line 247 bus, taxi

    best
    1. Take the bus from Milam St @ Preston St to Bay Area Park & Ridebus bus 247 / ...
    2. Take the taxi from Bay Area Park & Ride to Galveston Islandtaxi taxi
    1h 26m
    $98–124

  2. Drive 50.7 mi

    cheapest
    1. Drive from Houston to Galvestoncar car 50.7 mi
    55 min
    $10–14

  3. Taxi

    1. Take the taxi from Houston to Galvestontaxi taxi 50.7 mi
    55 min
    $130–170

  4. Line 247 bus, taxi via Congress St @ La Branch St

    1. Take the bus from Congress St @ La Branch St to Bay Area Park & Ridebus bus 247 / ...
    2. Take the taxi from Bay Area Park & Ride to Galveston Islandtaxi taxi
    1h 30m
    $98–124

  5. Line 244 bus, taxi

    1. Take the bus from Pierce St @ Fannin St to El Dorado Park & Ridebus bus 244 / ...
    2. Take the taxi from El Dorado Park & Ride to Galveston Islandtaxi taxi
    1h 14m
    $98–124

Questions & Answers

Map of how to get from Houston to Galveston Island.ExpandLaunch map view
  • Distance: 59.2 mi
  • Duration: 1h 26m

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

There is no direct connection from Houston to Galveston Island. However, you can take the line 247 bus to Bay Area Park & Ride then take the taxi to Galveston Island. Alternatively, you can drive from Houston to Galveston in around 55 min.

Bus operators
Other operators

Want to know more about travelling around the world?

Rome2Rio's Travel Guide series provide vital information for the global traveller. Read our range of informative guides on popular transport routes and companies - including Why you should take the train in the US, Train travel in Spain: A guide to Renfe, and How to get from London City Airport into central London - to help you get the most out of your next trip.