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Dallas Museum of Art
One of the largest art museums in the US, known for global collections, major exhibitions, and strong free general admission.
Cheapest price on Aug 29
$42
Average ticket price on Aug 29
$47
Fastest journey on Aug 29
3 h 15 m
Average journey duration on Aug 29
3 h 19 m
Buses on Aug 29
25
Distance
293 km
The best way to find a cheap bus ticket from Austin, TX to Dallas, TX is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Austin, TX to Dallas, TX will cost around $47 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only $42.
On Sat, Aug 29, we found 25 buses from Austin, TX to Dallas, TX, including 25 direct services.
On Sat, Aug 29 the direct buses cover the 293 km distance in an average of 3 h 19 m but if you time it right, some buses will get you there in just 3 h 15 m .
On Sat, Aug 29 the slowest buses will take 3 h 25 m and usually involve a change or two along the way, but you might be able to save a few pennies if you’re on a budget.

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Omio recommends booking the bus as it is the most popular option from Austin, TX to Dallas, TX among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price, take the bus, with an average ticket price of $38 For those with little time, consider booking a flight, which has an average total journey time of 3h 52m. Average ticket prices depend on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of $38, while a flight costs an average of $266.
Distance: 182 miles (293 km)
Most popular Bus | Train | Flight | Driving |
|---|---|---|---|
$38 Average price Cheapest | $42 Average price | $266 Average price | $41 Average price (fuel + tolls) |
4h 27m Average total duration 3h 57m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 5h 28m Average total duration 4h 58m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 3h 52m Average total duration Fastest 1h 52m Onboard + 2h 0m Additional time* | 2h 53m Average total duration (door-to-door) |
![]() Most popular bus company | ![]() Most popular train company | ![]() Most popular airline | Your own car or car rental |
Direct Options | Direct Options | Direct Options | Direct Options |
This is compared to other travel options from Austin, TX to Dallas, TX:
A bus is $4 (€3) less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Austin, TX to Dallas, TX costing on average $42 (€34).
A bus is $228 (€184) less than a flight for this route with tickets for a flight from Austin, TX to Dallas, TX costing on average $266 (€215).
Other travel options to Dallas, TX take longer:
Bus takes on average 3h 57m.
Train takes on average 4h 58m.
Tickets start at around $38 (€31) compared to roughly $41 (€33) in fuel and tolls — a saving of about $3 (€2). The journey takes 3h 57m versus 2h 53m by car, so you'll arrive a bit later, but you can use the time productively rather than spending it behind the wheel. No parking to sort, no fuel stops, and most coaches have Wi-Fi and power outlets.
Direct services are operated by FlixBus, Greyhound, Valley Transit, Pinkbus, Infobus, RedCoach.
Driving is worth considering if you're on a tight schedule, travelling as a group (where fuel costs split several ways), or want the flexibility to stop along the way.
| Operator | Departure Time | Arrival Time | Duration | Departure days | Cheapest price |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
Operator Greyhound | Departure Time 03:00AM | Arrival Time 06:25AM | Duration 3h25 | Departure days Everyday | Cheapest price $37 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 08:05AM | Arrival Time 12:10PM | Duration 4h05 | Departure days Wed, Thu, Fri, Sat, Sun | Cheapest price $37 |
Operator Pinkbus | Departure Time 08:15AM | Arrival Time 11:30AM | Duration 3h15 | Departure days Sat | Cheapest price $62 |
Operator Greyhound | Departure Time 08:15AM | Arrival Time 11:50AM | Duration 3h35 | Departure days Everyday | Cheapest price $37 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 08:40AM | Arrival Time 12:10PM | Duration 3h30 | Departure days Wed, Thu, Fri, Sat, Sun | Cheapest price $37 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 09:20AM | Arrival Time 01:45PM | Duration 4h25 | Departure days Everyday | Cheapest price $37 |
Operator Pinkbus | Departure Time 09:30AM | Arrival Time 12:45PM | Duration 3h15 | Departure days Mon, Tue, Wed, Thu, Sat | Cheapest price $68 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 09:50AM | Arrival Time 01:20PM | Duration 3h30 | Departure days Everyday | Cheapest price $37 |
Operator Greyhound | Departure Time 10:25AM | Arrival Time 05:30PM | Duration 7h05 | Departure days Everyday | Cheapest price $42 |
Operator Pinkbus | Departure Time 10:45AM | Arrival Time 02:00PM | Duration 3h15 | Departure days Sun | Cheapest price $69 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 11:30AM | Arrival Time 03:35PM | Duration 4h05 | Departure days Mon, Fri, Sat, Sun | Cheapest price $41 |
Operator Pinkbus | Departure Time 12:00PM | Arrival Time 03:20PM | Duration 3h20 | Departure days Wed, Thu, Fri | Cheapest price $54 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 12:05PM | Arrival Time 03:35PM | Duration 3h30 | Departure days Mon, Fri, Sat, Sun | Cheapest price $41 |
Operator Greyhound | Departure Time 01:45PM | Arrival Time 05:55PM | Duration 4h10 | Departure days Everyday | Cheapest price $36 |
Operator Pinkbus | Departure Time 01:50PM | Arrival Time 05:05PM | Duration 3h15 | Departure days Mon | Cheapest price $54 |
Operator Greyhound | Departure Time 02:25PM | Arrival Time 06:20PM | Duration 3h55 | Departure days Everyday | Cheapest price $36 |
Operator Pinkbus | Departure Time 03:25PM | Arrival Time 06:55PM | Duration 3h30 | Departure days Everyday | Cheapest price $56 |
Operator Pinkbus | Departure Time 06:25PM | Arrival Time 09:40PM | Duration 3h15 | Departure days Thu, Fri, Sun | Cheapest price $62 |
Operator Valley Transit | Departure Time 07:00PM | Arrival Time 11:15PM | Duration 4h15 | Departure days Everyday | Cheapest price $36 |
Operator Valley Transit | Departure Time 07:55PM | Arrival Time 11:20PM | Duration 3h25 | Departure days Everyday | Cheapest price $37 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 07:55PM | Arrival Time 11:45PM | Duration 3h50 | Departure days Everyday | Cheapest price $37 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 08:25PM | Arrival Time 11:45PM | Duration 3h20 | Departure days Everyday | Cheapest price $37 |
Operator Greyhound | Departure Time 08:45PM | Arrival Time 12:40AM | Duration 3h55 | Departure days Everyday | Cheapest price $34 |
Operator Valley Transit | Departure Time 10:55PM | Arrival Time 02:40AM | Duration 3h45 | Departure days Wed, Thu, Fri, Sat, Sun | Cheapest price $34 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 11:30PM | Arrival Time 02:50AM | Duration 3h20 | Departure days Mon, Tue, Fri, Sat, Sun | Cheapest price $37 |
The table below shows live departures for Austin, TX to Dallas, TX buses for today, Friday, August 28. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated bus journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
FlixBus | 8:05 AM Austin, South Congress Transit Center, TX | 4h05 | 12:10 PM Dallas Downtown | 0 transfersDirect | |
![]() | 8:15 AM Austin, Shady Lane (Eastside Bus Plaza), TX | 3h35 | 11:50 AM Dallas, TX | 0 transfersDirect | |
FlixBus | 8:40 AM Austin, E 9th St / S I-35 Frontage Rd, TX | 3h30 | 12:10 PM Dallas Downtown | 0 transfersDirect | |
FlixBus | 9:20 AM Austin, South Congress Transit Center, TX | 4h25 | 1:45 PM Dallas, N Stemmons Fwy - Market Center (Shell gas station), TX | 0 transfersDirect | |
FlixBus | 9:20 AM Austin, South Congress Transit Center, TX | 4h00 | 1:20 PM Dallas Downtown | 0 transfersDirect | |
FlixBus | 9:20 AM Austin, South Congress Transit Center, TX | 4h50 | 2:10 PM Irving, DFW Airport, TX | 0 transfersDirect | |
FlixBus | 9:50 AM Austin, E 9th St / S I-35 Frontage Rd, TX | 3h30 | 1:20 PM Dallas Downtown | 0 transfersDirect | |
FlixBus | 9:50 AM Austin, E 9th St / S I-35 Frontage Rd, TX | 3h55 | 1:45 PM Dallas, N Stemmons Fwy - Market Center (Shell gas station), TX | 0 transfersDirect | |
FlixBus | 9:50 AM Austin, E 9th St / S I-35 Frontage Rd, TX | 4h20 | 2:10 PM Irving, DFW Airport, TX | 0 transfersDirect | |
![]() | 10:25 AM Austin, Shady Lane (Eastside Bus Plaza), TX | 7h05 | 5:30 PM Dallas, TX | 0 transfersDirect | |
FlixBus | 11:30 AM Austin, South Congress Transit Center, TX | 4h05 | 3:35 PM Dallas Downtown | 0 transfersDirect | |
![]() | 12:00 PM Austin, W 21 St (University of Texas at Austin), TX | 3h20 | 3:20 PM Dallas, TX, TX | 0 transfersDirect | |
FlixBus | 12:05 PM Austin, E 9th St / S I-35 Frontage Rd, TX | 3h30 | 3:35 PM Dallas Downtown | 0 transfersDirect | |
![]() | 1:45 PM Austin, Shady Lane (Eastside Bus Plaza), TX | 4h10 | 5:55 PM Dallas, TX | 0 transfersDirect | |
![]() | 2:25 PM Austin, Shady Lane (Eastside Bus Plaza), TX | 3h55 | 6:20 PM Dallas, TX | 0 transfersDirect | |
![]() | 3:25 PM Austin, W 21 St (University of Texas at Austin), TX | 3h30 | 6:55 PM Dallas, TX, TX | 0 transfersDirect | |
![]() | 6:25 PM Austin, W 21 St (University of Texas at Austin), TX | 3h15 | 9:40 PM Dallas, TX, TX | 0 transfersDirect | |
![]() | 7:00 PM Austin, Shady Lane (Eastside Bus Plaza), TX | 4h15 | 11:15 PM Dallas, TX | 0 transfersDirect | |
FlixBus | 7:55 PM Austin, South Congress Transit Center, TX | 3h50 | 11:45 PM Dallas Downtown | 0 transfersDirect | |
![]() | 7:55 PM Austin, Shady Lane (Eastside Bus Plaza), TX | 3h25 | 11:20 PM Dallas, TX | 0 transfersDirect | |
FlixBus | 8:25 PM Austin, E 9th St / S I-35 Frontage Rd, TX | 3h20 | 11:45 PM Dallas Downtown | 0 transfersDirect | |
![]() | 8:45 PM Austin, Shady Lane (Eastside Bus Plaza), TX | 3h55 | 12:40 AM Dallas, TX | 0 transfersDirect | |
![]() | 10:55 PM Austin, Shady Lane (Eastside Bus Plaza), TX | 3h45 | 2:40 AM Dallas, TX | 0 transfersDirect | |
FlixBus | 11:30 PM Austin, Shady Lane (Eastside Bus Plaza), TX | 3h20 | 2:50 AM Dallas, TX | 0 transfersDirect | |
| Saturday, August 29 | |||||
![]() | 3:00 AM Austin, Shady Lane (Eastside Bus Plaza), TX | 3h25 | 6:25 AM Dallas, TX | 0 transfersDirect | |
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Buses from Austin, TX to Dallas, TX run on average 20 times per day, taking around 3h 57m. Cheap bus tickets for this journey start at $27 (€21) but you can travel from only $22 (€18) by train.
There are 20 buses per day. The earliest bus runs at 02:05, the last at 23:55. The fastest bus covers the 182 miles (293 km) distance in 3h 20m.
Distance 182 miles (293 km) |
Average bus duration 3h 57m |
Cheapest ticket price $27 (€21) |
Buses per day 20 |
Direct buses 20 |
Fastest bus 3h 20m |
First bus 2:05 AM |
Last bus 11:55 PM |
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Discover the best of Dallas, TX — top attractions, local food, transport tips, budget advice, and currency essentials. Plan your perfect Dallas, TX trip today.
One of the largest art museums in the US, known for global collections, major exhibitions, and strong free general admission.
A leading contemporary art museum in the Arts District, admired for its architecture and thoughtful rotating exhibitions.
A major natural history museum with dinosaurs, gems, Texas ecosystems, and family-friendly science exhibits in Victory Park.
A 5.2 acre urban park above a freeway, popular for skyline views, events, lawns, and connecting downtown with Uptown.
Dallas’s arts hub offers award-winning architecture, walkable venues, public art, and easy access to major museums and shows.
This lively historic neighborhood is known for nightlife, murals, live music, and some of Dallas’s most photographed streets.
Texas brisket smoked low and slow over oak until tender. Dallas is known for excellent barbecue, and brisket is the city’s signature meat.
A split, griddled beef sausage in a soft bun, often topped with mustard, chili, onions, and cheese. A classic Dallas fast-food original.
Steak breaded and fried, then topped with peppered cream gravy. A beloved Texas comfort dish widely served in Dallas diners and cafes.
Refined steakhouse famous for prime beef and polished service. A classic choice for upscale Dallas dining.
Celebrated fine-dining restaurant offering creative Texas cuisine in an elegant, intimate setting near downtown Dallas.
Casual barbecue favorite serving oak-smoked brisket, ribs, and sausage. Popular for authentic Texas barbecue and relaxed counter service.
Moderate for U.S. cities: hotels vary widely, dining is reasonable, and car use often adds costs as transit is limited for tourists.
Tip 18-20% at restaurants, more for great service. Taxis usually 10-15%. Cafes often have tip jars or prompts; $1-2 is common.
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Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Austin, TX to Dallas, TX by bus. From journey times and ticket prices to direct connections, first and last departures, and even whether the route is scenic, our FAQs cover everything you need to plan your trip. Whether you’re looking for the fastest bus, the cheapest option, or tips for making the most of your visit at Dallas, TX, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

Most Austin, TX to Dallas, TX buses use the Austin, Shady Lane (Eastside Bus Plaza) to Dallas, Greyhound Bus Station station pair, with some services arriving at Dallas, Downtown Dallas / Deep Ellum. Use this guide to compare Austin, TX and Dallas, TX bus stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like bus station facilities and services.
Austin, Shady Lane (Eastside Bus Plaza) is 4 km from Austin city centre. Public transport options include:
Austin, Shady Lane (Eastside Bus Plaza) has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Parking, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Shower, and Ticket Office.
Wi-Fi is available at Austin, Shady Lane (Eastside Bus Plaza). ATMs are available at Austin, Shady Lane (Eastside Bus Plaza).
Ticket office support is available at Austin, Shady Lane (Eastside Bus Plaza).
Available at Austin, Shady Lane (Eastside Bus Plaza): Parking, Taxis, WC.
Accessibility facilities are available at Austin, Shady Lane (Eastside Bus Plaza): Ramps available for wheelchair access.
Austin, E 9th St / S I-35 Frontage Rd has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Parking, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Shower, and Ticket Office.
Wi-Fi is available at Austin, E 9th St / S I-35 Frontage Rd. ATMs are available at Austin, E 9th St / S I-35 Frontage Rd.
Ticket office support is available at Austin, E 9th St / S I-35 Frontage Rd.
Available at Austin, E 9th St / S I-35 Frontage Rd: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Accessibility facilities are available at Austin, E 9th St / S I-35 Frontage Rd: Bus stop accessible from the road.
Austin, South Congress Transit Center is 5 km from Austin city centre. Public transport options include:
Austin, South Congress Transit Center has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Parking, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Shower, and Ticket Office.
Wi-Fi is available at Austin, South Congress Transit Center. ATMs are available at Austin, South Congress Transit Center.
Ticket office support is available at Austin, South Congress Transit Center.
Available at Austin, South Congress Transit Center: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Accessibility facilities are available at Austin, South Congress Transit Center: The station is accessible for passengers with reduced mobility.
Dallas, Greyhound Bus Station has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Parking, Dining, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Shower, and Ticket Office.
Food options include: Several fast food options nearby
Wi-Fi is available at Dallas, Greyhound Bus Station. ATMs are aTM available inside the main area.
Ticket office support is available at Dallas, Greyhound Bus Station.
Available at Dallas, Greyhound Bus Station: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Accessibility facilities are available at Dallas, Greyhound Bus Station: Wheelchair accessible entrance and facilities.
Dallas, Downtown Dallas / Deep Ellum is 1 km from Dallas city centre. Public transport options include:
Dallas, Downtown Dallas / Deep Ellum has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Parking, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Shower, and Ticket Office.
Wi-Fi is available at Dallas, Downtown Dallas / Deep Ellum. ATMs are available at Dallas, Downtown Dallas / Deep Ellum.
Ticket office support is available at Dallas, Downtown Dallas / Deep Ellum.
Available at Dallas, Downtown Dallas / Deep Ellum: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Accessibility facilities are available at Dallas, Downtown Dallas / Deep Ellum: The station is accessible for wheelchairs.
Irving, DFW Airport is 13 km from Dallas city centre. Public transport options include:
Irving, DFW Airport has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Parking, Dining, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Shower, and Ticket Office.
Food options include: Various restaurants are available within the airport terminals.
Free Wi-Fi available in all terminals. ATMs are aTMs available at various locations in the airport.
Ticket office support is available at Irving, DFW Airport.
Available at Irving, DFW Airport: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Accessibility facilities are available at Irving, DFW Airport: Facilities available for persons with disabilities.
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