4.9
4.6The cheapest and fastest buses from Austin, TX to Plano, TX
Cheapest price
$36
Average price
$44
Fastest journey
3 h 20 m
Average duration
3 h 29 m
Buses per day
6
Distance
322 km
The best way to find a cheap bus ticket from Austin, TX to Plano, 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 Plano, TX will cost around $44 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only $36.
Of the 6 buses that leave Austin, TX for Plano, TX on Fri, Aug 07, 6 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
On Fri, Aug 07 the direct buses cover the 322 km distance in an average of 3 h 29 m but if you time it right, some buses will get you there in just 3 h 20 m .
On Fri, Aug 07 the slowest buses will take 3 h 35 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.
9:05 AM3h20Austin, TX12:25 PMPlano, TX$361One-way0 transfers- 8:05 AM3h20Austin, TX11:25 AMPlano, TX$401One-way0 transfers
1:20 AM3h45Austin, TX5:05 AMPlano, TX$451One-way0 transfers- 2:45 AM3h35Austin, TX6:20 AMPlano, TX$461One-way0 transfers
4:10 AM3h35Austin, TX7:45 AMPlano, TX$471One-way0 transfers
- 9:05 AM3h20Austin, TX12:25 PMPlano, TX$361One-way0 transfers
- 8:05 AM3h20Austin, TX11:25 AMPlano, TX$401One-way0 transfers
- 2:45 AM3h35Austin, TX6:20 AMPlano, TX$461One-way0 transfers
- 4:10 AM3h35Austin, TX7:45 AMPlano, TX$471One-way0 transfers
- 1:45 AM3h35Austin, TX5:20 AMPlano, TX$521One-way0 transfers
Travel Information
Compare bus, train, and flight for Austin, TX to Plano, TX
Omio recommends booking the bus as it is the most popular option from Austin, TX to Plano, TX among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the train with prices starting from $19. For those with little time consider booking a flight which can get you there in 2h 54m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a train costs an average of $19, and a flight costs an average of $194.
Distance: 200 miles (322 km)
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Most popular Bus | Train | Flight | Driving |
|---|---|---|---|
$43 Average price | $40 Average price Cheapest | $270 Average price | $45 Average price (fuel + tolls) |
4h 32m Average total duration 4h 2m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 6h 26m Average total duration 5h 56m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 5h 54m Average total duration Fastest 2h 54m Onboard + 3h 0m Additional time* | 3h 23m 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 Plano, TX:
A train is $3 (€2) less than a bus for this route with tickets for a bus from Austin, TX to Plano, TX costing on average $43 (€35).
A train is $230 (€187) less than a flight for this route with tickets for a flight from Austin, TX to Plano, TX costing on average $270 (€220).
Other travel options to Plano, TX take longer:
Bus takes on average 4h 2m.
Train takes on average 5h 56m.
Tickets start at around $43 (€35) compared to roughly $45 (€36) in fuel and tolls — a saving of about $2 (€1). The journey takes 4h 2m versus 3h 23m 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 Pinkbus.
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.
Austin, TX to Plano, TX Bus Timetables
| Operator | Departure Time | Arrival Time | Duration | Departure days | Cheapest price |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 12:20AM | Arrival Time 04:05AM | Duration 3h45 | Departure days Thu | Cheapest price $40 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 01:20AM | Arrival Time 05:05AM | Duration 3h45 | Departure days Tue, Wed, Thu, Sat | Cheapest price $44 |
Operator Greyhound | Departure Time 01:45AM | Arrival Time 05:20AM | Duration 3h35 | Departure days Tue, Wed, Sat | Cheapest price $30 |
Operator Greyhound | Departure Time 02:45AM | Arrival Time 06:20AM | Duration 3h35 | Departure days Sat, Sun | Cheapest price $46 |
Operator Greyhound | Departure Time 03:05AM | Arrival Time 08:20AM | Duration 5h15 | Departure days Thu | Cheapest price $92 |
Operator Valley Transit | Departure Time 04:10AM | Arrival Time 07:45AM | Duration 3h35 | Departure days Mon, Thu, Sat, Sun | Cheapest price $34 |
Operator Valley Transit | Departure Time 05:10AM | Arrival Time 08:45AM | Duration 3h35 | Departure days Mon, Sun | Cheapest price $37 |
Operator Greyhound | Departure Time 08:05AM | Arrival Time 11:25AM | Duration 3h20 | Departure days Fri | Cheapest price $40 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 08:05AM | Arrival Time 12:10PM | Duration 4h05 | Departure days Thu | Cheapest price $46 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 08:40AM | Arrival Time 12:10PM | Duration 3h30 | Departure days Thu | Cheapest price $46 |
Operator Greyhound | Departure Time 09:05AM | Arrival Time 12:25PM | Duration 3h20 | Departure days Fri, Sun | Cheapest price $36 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 09:20AM | Arrival Time 01:45PM | Duration 4h25 | Departure days Thu | Cheapest price $46 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 09:50AM | Arrival Time 01:20PM | Duration 3h30 | Departure days Thu | Cheapest price $46 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 07:55PM | Arrival Time 11:45PM | Duration 3h50 | Departure days Thu | Cheapest price $42 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 08:25PM | Arrival Time 11:45PM | Duration 3h20 | Departure days Thu | Cheapest price $42 |
Operator Valley Transit | Departure Time 10:55PM | Arrival Time 08:20AM | Duration 9h25 | Departure days Thu | Cheapest price $92 |
Live departures
Austin, TX to Plano, TX bus times
The table below shows live departures for Austin, TX to Plano, TX buses for today, Thursday, August 6. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated bus journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| FlixBus | 7:55 PM Austin, South Congress Transit Center, TX | 3h50 | 11:45 PM Dallas Downtown | 0 transfersDirect | |
| Friday, August 7 | |||||
| 1:20 AM Austin, TX | 3h45 | 5:05 AM Plano, TX | 0 transfersDirect | |
| Thursday, August 6 | |||||
| FlixBus | 8:25 PM Austin, E 9th St / S I-35 Frontage Rd, TX | 3h20 | 11:45 PM Dallas Downtown | 0 transfersDirect | |
| Friday, August 7 | |||||
| 1:45 AM Austin, TX | 3h35 | 5:20 AM Plano, TX | 0 transfersDirect | |
| 2:45 AM Austin, TX | 3h35 | 6:20 AM Plano, TX | 0 transfersDirect | |
| + | 10:55 PM Austin, Shady Lane (Eastside Bus Plaza), TX | 9h25 | 8:20 AM McKinney, N Central Expy (New Midway Convenience Store) | 1 transfer | |
| Friday, August 7 | |||||
| 4:10 AM Austin, TX | 3h35 | 7:45 AM Plano, TX | 0 transfersDirect | |
| 8:05 AM Austin, TX | 3h20 | 11:25 AM Plano, TX | 0 transfersDirect | |
| 9:05 AM Austin, TX | 3h20 | 12:25 PM Plano, TX | 0 transfersDirect | |
This is the last bus of the day. | |||||
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Journey information
Overview: Bus from Austin, TX to Plano, TX
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Buses from Austin, TX to Plano, TX run on average 21 times per day, taking around 4h 2m. Cheap bus tickets for this journey start at $30 (€24) but you can travel from only $19 (€16) by train.
There are 19 buses per day. The earliest bus runs at 03:05, the last at 23:55. The fastest bus covers the 200 miles (322 km) distance in 3h 20m.
Distance 200 miles (322 km) |
Average bus duration 4h 2m |
Cheapest ticket price $30 (€24) |
Buses per day 21 |
Direct buses 19 |
Fastest bus 3h 20m |
First bus 3:05 AM |
Last bus 11:55 PM |
Cheapest Month Feb |
Cheapest Day Mon |
High Season Jan - Mar |
Low Season Jul - Sep |
Best time to book 3 days |
Bus providers: Greyhound, FlixBus, Pinkbus from Austin, TX to Plano, TXYou can travel by bus between Austin, TX to Plano, TX with Greyhound, FlixBus, Pinkbus for as low as $19 (€16). When you search for schedules and tickets, Omio will show you the best journey
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FAQs: Bus from Austin, TX to Plano, TX
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Austin, TX to Plano, 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 Plano, TX, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.
- Greyhound
- Assistance
- Priority seating
- Wheelchair-accessible buses.
- FlixBus
- Assistance
- Priority boarding
- Wheelchair-accessible buses.
- Pinkbus
- If you need assistance, contact RedCoach 48 hours before your trip for help with boarding and luggage.
- Greyhound
- You can cancel your ticket for a refund or exchange up to 24 hours before departure, for a cancellation fee applied.
- 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.
- Pinkbus
- RedCoach tickets are refundable up to 2 hours before the scheduled departure time, with a service fee up to 50% of the ticket price.
- Greyhound
- One carry-on bag up to 25 lbs (11 kg) and one checked bag up to 50 lbs (23 kg).
- FlixBus
- One carry-on bag up to 7kg (42x30x18 cm) and one checked bag up to 20kg (80x50x30 cm).
- Pinkbus
- You may carry up to 2 pieces of checked baggage and one free personal backpack.
- Greyhound
- $15 per additional bag.
- FlixBus
- Additional luggage can be purchased for a fee.
- Pinkbus
- Additional luggage can be added to your booking.
- FlixBus
- Small pets in carriers allowed
- guide dogs travel for free.
- Pinkbus
- Only ADA service animals are permitted onboard.
popular bus stations
Popular bus stations from Austin, TX to Plano, TX
Most Austin, TX to Plano, TX buses use the Austin, Shady Lane (Eastside Bus Plaza) to Dallas, Greyhound Bus Station station pair. Use this guide to compare Austin, TX and Plano, TX bus stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like bus station facilities and services.
Which Austin, TX station do buses to Plano, TX leave from?
Getting to Austin, Shady Lane (Eastside Bus Plaza) from Austin city centre
Austin, Shady Lane (Eastside Bus Plaza) is 4 km from Austin city centre. Public transport options include:
Austin, Shady Lane (Eastside Bus Plaza) bus station facilities and services
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 and ATMs
Wi-Fi is available at Austin, Shady Lane (Eastside Bus Plaza). ATMs are available at Austin, Shady Lane (Eastside Bus Plaza).
Tickets and information
Ticket office support is available at Austin, Shady Lane (Eastside Bus Plaza).
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Austin, Shady Lane (Eastside Bus Plaza): Parking, Taxis, WC.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Austin, Shady Lane (Eastside Bus Plaza): Ramps available for wheelchair access.
Getting to Austin, E 9th St / S I-35 Frontage Rd from Austin city centre
Austin, E 9th St / S I-35 Frontage Rd bus station facilities and services
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 and ATMs
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.
Tickets and information
Ticket office support is available at Austin, E 9th St / S I-35 Frontage Rd.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Austin, E 9th St / S I-35 Frontage Rd: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Austin, E 9th St / S I-35 Frontage Rd: Bus stop accessible from the road.
Getting to Austin, South Congress Transit Center from Austin city centre
Austin, South Congress Transit Center is 5 km from Austin city centre. Public transport options include:
Austin, South Congress Transit Center bus station facilities and services
Austin, South Congress Transit Center has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Parking, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Shower, and Ticket Office.
Wi-Fi and ATMs
Wi-Fi is available at Austin, South Congress Transit Center. ATMs are available at Austin, South Congress Transit Center.
Tickets and information
Ticket office support is available at Austin, South Congress Transit Center.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Austin, South Congress Transit Center: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Austin, South Congress Transit Center: The station is accessible for passengers with reduced mobility.
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