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How to get fromTexas to Galvestonby bus, taxi, or car

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There are 3 ways to get from Texas to Galveston by bus, taxi, or car

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  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 Galvestontaxi taxi
    1h 19m
    $88–104

  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

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  • Distance: 54.6 mi
  • Duration: 1h 19m

What companies run services between Texas, USA and Galveston, TX, USA?

There is no direct connection from Texas 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 Houston to Galveston in around 55 min.

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