4.9
4.6The cheapest and fastest buses from Austin, TX to Lafayette, LA
Cheapest price
$72
Average price
$72
Fastest journey
7 h 15 m
Average duration
7 h 15 m
Buses per day
1
Distance
550 km
The best way to find a cheap bus ticket from Austin, TX to Lafayette, LA 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 Lafayette, LA will cost around $72 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only $72.
Of the 1 buses that leave Austin, TX for Lafayette, LA on Sat, Jun 20, 1 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
On Sat, Jun 20 the direct buses cover the 550 km distance in an average of 7 h 15 m but if you time it right, some buses will get you there in just 7 h 15 m .
On Sat, Jun 20 the slowest buses will take 7 h 15 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.
4:00 PM7h15Austin, TX11:15 PMLafayette, LA$721One-way0 transfers
- 4:00 PM7h15Austin, TX11:15 PMLafayette, LA$721One-way0 transfers
Travel Information
Compare bus, train, and flight for Austin, TX to Lafayette, LA
Omio recommends booking the bus as it is the most popular option from Austin, TX to Lafayette, LA among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the bus with prices starting from $59. For those with little time consider booking a flight which can get you there in 3h 46m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of $59, and a flight costs an average of $430.
Distance: 341 miles (550 km)
Compare bus with
Most popular Bus | Train | Flight | Driving |
|---|---|---|---|
$79 Average price Cheapest | $86 Average price | $452 Average price | $76 Average price (fuel + tolls) |
7h 47m Average total duration 7h 17m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 22h 20m Average total duration 21h 50m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 6h 46m Average total duration Fastest 3h 46m Onboard + 3h 0m Additional time* | 5h 49m Average total duration (door-to-door) |
Direct Options | Direct Options | Direct Options | Direct Options |
This is compared to other travel options from Austin, TX to Lafayette, LA:
A bus is $7 (€6) less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Austin, TX to Lafayette, LA costing on average $86 (€70).
A bus is $373 (€306) less than a flight for this route with tickets for a flight from Austin, TX to Lafayette, LA costing on average $452 (€370).
Other travel options to Lafayette, LA take longer:
Bus takes on average 7h 17m.
Train takes on average 21h 50m.
You'll arrive about -2h -28m sooner (7h 17m by bus vs 5h 49m by car) and save roughly $-2.36 (€-1.93) compared to fuel and tolls ($79 (€65) vs $76 (€63)). You also skip the drive itself — no traffic stress, no parking, and you can use the time to work, nap, or catch up on a series with the onboard Wi-Fi.
Direct coaches are operated by FlixBus.
Driving is still worth considering if you're travelling with bulky luggage, need flexibility on departure times, or plan to stop along the way.
Austin, TX to Lafayette, LA Bus Timetables
| Operator | Departure Time | Arrival Time | Duration | Departure days | Cheapest price |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
Operator Greyhound | Departure Time 03:40AM | Arrival Time 03:30PM | Duration 11h50 | Departure days Wed | Cheapest price $59 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 08:20AM | Arrival Time 05:20PM | Duration 9h00 | Departure days Fri | Cheapest price $101 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 08:40AM | Arrival Time 05:20PM | Duration 8h40 | Departure days Fri | Cheapest price $101 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 09:00AM | Arrival Time 05:20PM | Duration 8h20 | Departure days Fri | Cheapest price $102 |
Operator Flixbus USA | Departure Time 11:00AM | Arrival Time 06:15PM | Duration 7h15 | Departure days Sun | Cheapest price $73 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 11:15AM | Arrival Time 06:15PM | Duration 7h00 | Departure days Wed, Fri | Cheapest price $60 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 11:30AM | Arrival Time 06:15PM | Duration 6h45 | Departure days Wed, Fri | Cheapest price $60 |
Operator Greyhound | Departure Time 11:30AM | Arrival Time 10:25PM | Duration 10h55 | Departure days Wed, Fri | Cheapest price $78 |
Operator Greyhound | Departure Time 01:55PM | Arrival Time 01:55AM | Duration 12h00 | Departure days Wed, Fri | Cheapest price $75 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 03:40PM | Arrival Time 02:20AM | Duration 10h40 | Departure days Wed | Cheapest price $77 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 04:00PM | Arrival Time 11:15PM | Duration 7h15 | Departure days Wed, Thu, Sat | Cheapest price $72 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 04:20PM | Arrival Time 02:20AM | Duration 10h00 | Departure days Wed | Cheapest price $75 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 05:00PM | Arrival Time 12:15AM | Duration 7h15 | Departure days Thu | Cheapest price $76 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 05:05PM | Arrival Time 02:20AM | Duration 9h15 | Departure days Fri | Cheapest price $100 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 07:00PM | Arrival Time 02:20AM | Duration 7h20 | Departure days Fri | Cheapest price $101 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 07:15PM | Arrival Time 02:20AM | Duration 7h05 | Departure days Fri | Cheapest price $102 |
Operator Greyhound | Departure Time 09:40PM | Arrival Time 09:30AM | Duration 11h50 | Departure days Wed | Cheapest price $75 |
Operator Greyhound | Departure Time 09:55PM | Arrival Time 09:30AM | Duration 11h35 | Departure days Wed | Cheapest price $75 |
Operator Greyhound | Departure Time 10:05PM | Arrival Time 12:55PM | Duration 14h50 | Departure days Mon | Cheapest price $130 |
Operator Greyhound | Departure Time 10:20PM | Arrival Time 09:30AM | Duration 11h10 | Departure days Wed, Fri | Cheapest price $75 |
Operator Greyhound | Departure Time 10:35PM | Arrival Time 09:30AM | Duration 10h55 | Departure days Fri | Cheapest price $101 |
Operator Greyhound | Departure Time 10:50PM | Arrival Time 09:30AM | Duration 10h40 | Departure days Fri | Cheapest price $101 |
Live departures
Austin, TX to Lafayette, LA bus times
The table below shows live departures for Austin, TX to Lafayette, LA buses for today, Friday, June 19. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated bus journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
 · · | 1:55 PM Austin, Shady Lane (Eastside Bus Plaza), TX | 12h00 | 1:55 AM Lafayette, Lee Ave (Greyhound Bus Station), LA | 2 transfers | |
| FlixBus · FlixBus | 5:05 PM Austin, South Congress Transit Center, TX | 9h15 | 2:20 AM Lafayette, TA Travel center | 1 transfer | |
| FlixBus · FlixBus | 7:00 PM Austin, E 9th St / S I-35 Frontage Rd, TX | 7h20 | 2:20 AM Lafayette, TA Travel center | 1 transfer | |
| FlixBus · FlixBus | 7:15 PM Austin, Shady Lane (Eastside Bus Plaza), TX | 7h05 | 2:20 AM Lafayette, TA Travel center | 1 transfer | |
| · · | 10:20 PM Austin, Shady Lane (Eastside Bus Plaza), TX | 11h10 | 9:30 AM Lafayette, Lee Ave (Greyhound Bus Station), LA | 2 transfers | |
| FlixBus+ · | 10:35 PM Austin, E 9th St / S I-35 Frontage Rd, TX | 10h55 | 9:30 AM Lafayette, Lee Ave (Greyhound Bus Station), LA | 2 transfers | |
| FlixBus+ · | 10:50 PM Austin, South Congress Transit Center, TX | 10h40 | 9:30 AM Lafayette, Lee Ave (Greyhound Bus Station), LA | 2 transfers | |
| Saturday, June 20 | |||||
| 4:00 PM Austin, TX | 7h15 | 11:15 PM Lafayette, LA | 0 transfersDirect | |
This is the last bus of the day. | |||||
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Journey information
Overview: Bus from Austin, TX to Lafayette, LA
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Buses from Austin, TX to Lafayette, LA run on average 14 times per day, taking around 7h 17m. Cheap bus tickets for this journey start at $59 (€48) if you book in advance.
There are 2 buses per day. The earliest bus runs at 01:30, the last at 22:50. The fastest bus covers the 341 miles (550 km) distance in 7h 0m.
Distance 341 miles (550 km) |
Average bus duration 7h 17m |
Cheapest ticket price $59 (€48) |
Buses per day 14 |
Direct buses 2 |
Fastest bus 7h 0m |
First bus 1:30 AM |
Last bus 10:50 PM |
Cheapest Month Sep |
Cheapest Day Wed |
High Season Apr - Jun |
Low Season Oct - Dec |
Bus providers: FlixBus, Vonlane from Austin, TX to Lafayette, LAYou can travel by bus between Austin, TX to Lafayette, LA with FlixBus, Vonlane for as low as $59 (€48). When you search for schedules and tickets, Omio will show you the best journey
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FAQs: Bus from Austin, TX to Lafayette, LA
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Austin, TX to Lafayette, LA 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 Lafayette, LA, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.
- FlixBus
- Assistance
- Priority boarding
- Wheelchair-accessible buses.
- FlixBus
- You can cancel your ticket up to 15 minutes before departure and receive a voucher for future travel. Refund requests for delays over 120 minutes are possible.
- FlixBus
- One carry-on bag up to 7kg (42x30x18 cm) and one checked bag up to 20kg (80x50x30 cm).
- FlixBus
- Additional luggage can be purchased for a fee.
- FlixBus
- Small pets in carriers allowed
- guide dogs travel for free.
popular bus stations
Popular bus stations from Austin, TX to Lafayette, LA
Most Austin, TX to Lafayette, LA buses use the Austin, Shady Lane (Eastside Bus Plaza) to Lafayette, Lee Ave (Greyhound Bus Station) station pair, with some services arriving at Lafayette, TA Travel center. Use this guide to compare Austin, TX and Lafayette, LA bus stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like bus station facilities and services.
Getting to Austin, Shady Lane (Eastside Bus Plaza) from Austin city centre
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