Houston to Austin

Houston to Austin

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$27
 
 
$270

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Houston to Austin Schedule

Houston to Austin Schedule
Transport NameRoute TimePrice
Megabus USA Standard AC 07:15 - 10:45$ 44.50
United Airlines Economy #UA178408:05 - 09:07$ 242.71
FlixBus Economy 11:15 - 14:30$ 26.20
FlixBus Economy 13:50 - 16:45$ 25.37
FlixBus Economy 14:10 - 17:05$ 44.47
United Airlines Economy #UA221216:22 - 17:20$ 226.18
United Airlines Economy #UA213118:05 - 19:02$ 244.78
United Airlines Economy #UA117921:54 - 22:52$ 226.61
United Airlines Economy #UA117922:15 - 23:12$ 224.72

Transportation from Houston to Austin

Facts about the transport from Houston to Austin

Cheapest Transport$26
Fastest Transport1h 1m
Earliest Departure6:30 AM
Latest Departure9:55 PM
Departures per day30
Distance175 kilometers
Transport CompaniesFlixBus, Megabus USA, United Airlines

How to get from Houston to Austin

When you want to get from Houston to Austin, you have a few options to consider. Traveling between these destinations is possible by different means of transport:

  • Flight
  • Bus

If you’re looking for a quick trip, it’s recommended that you use Flight. However, if you’d rather take your time with a slower, more affordable travel option, you can book a Bus ticket.

The cost of travel will depend on the means of transport you choose for your trip. A flight ticket is the most expensive option - it will cost you about USD 269.29. If you want to save on transportation, it’s better to take a bus as a bus ticket costs as low as USD 26.29.

How far is Houston from Austin?

If you’re traveling by land, it’s important to know the distance from Houston to Austin. Your trip will be a total of 109 miles (175 km). The flying distance is 538 miles (865 km).

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

The travel time from Houston to Austin can vary depending on the mode of transportation you choose. All things considered, the whole journey should take from 2 to 4 hours.

How much does it cost to get from Houston to Austin?

The cost of the trip from Houston to Austin varies according to what means of transport you choose for your journey. The most affordable operator is FlixBus: travelling by bus expect to pay as low as USD 26.29 for your ticket.

However, if you’re after more upscale travel . The most expensive variant is to opt for a flight - a one-way flight ticket can cost as much as USD 269.29.

Here is a chart of the average ticket prices and transportation options available from Houston to Austin:

  • Bus tickets - USD 26.00 to USD 47.00;
  • Plane tickets - USD 226.00 to USD 269.00;

How many trips per day are there between Houston and Austin?

Depending on your choice of transportation, the number of daily trips varies.

  • Buses start plying the route from 06:30 - you can also take a bus as late as 19:00. There are 22 available bus trips every day.
  • Flights from Houston to Austin depart during the day - there are approximately 8 departures a day.

Which means of transport is the best for the route?

Flights

Traveling by plane is the fastest way to get from Houston to Austin. While it’s often the most expensive option, tool, occasionally you can grab promotional tickets for more or less the price of a train or a ferry ticket. Normally, the minimum you need to pay for a Plane ticket is USD 226.00.

Things to remember before boarding a plane:

  • It’s recommended to book a ticket in advance and check-in online. This way, you can save over 2 hours at the airport, and if your seat selection is on a first come first served basis you will have more options to choose from.
  • Getting through security checks may take some time - it’s recommended to get to the airport at least 1.5 hours in advance.

Airlines flying from Houston to Austin

United Airlines

Buses

Taking a bus from Houston to Austin is cheaper than flying. Quite often, a long-distance bus is the cheapest transportation option. Buses normally make bathroom and/or lunch stops along the way.

Things to remember before opting for a bus ride:

  • If possible, make sure to choose higher-class buses for a more comfortable travel experience. Such buses often have an air conditioning system, soft reclining seats, Wi-Fi, bathrooms, etc.
  • As with plane tickets, buses are better booked in advance so that you can secure a good seat.
  • While booking a bus, keep in mind that delays are possible. Yet it still pays to get to the bus station at least 15 minutes prior to the scheduled departure.
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The most popular transport from Houston to Austin

How to choose the most convenient way of travel from Houston to Austin? In order to make your choice of transportation easier, we asked 1000 users to range their preferences for this route. Here are the results of the poll:

  • 100% decided to go for a bus.