The cheapest and fastest buses from Austin, TX to San Antonio, TX
Cheapest price
$19
Average price
$24
Fastest journey
1 h 30 m
Average duration
1 h 31 m
Buses per day
18
Distance
118 km
The best way to find a cheap bus ticket from Austin, TX to San Antonio, 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 San Antonio, TX will cost around $24 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only $19.
Of the 18 buses that leave Austin, TX for San Antonio, TX on Tue, Nov 18, 18 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
On Tue, Nov 18 the direct buses cover the 118 km distance in an average of 1 h 31 m but if you time it right, some buses will get you there in just 1 h 30 m .
On Tue, Nov 18 the slowest buses will take 1 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.
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Travel Information
Compare train and bus for Austin, TX to San Antonio, TX
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Austin, TX to San Antonio, TX among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the train with prices starting from €10. For those with little time consider booking a bus which can get you there in 1h 47m. In case you are seeking to minimise your carbon footprint the train is your best bet as it emits only 0.0 - 0.1kg. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a train costs an average of €10, and a bus costs an average of €10.
Distance: 73 miles (118 km)
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| Bus | Most popular Train |
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€17 Average price | €11 Average price Cheapest |
2h 17m Average total duration Fastest 1h 47m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 4h 25m Average total duration 3h 55m Onboard + 30m Additional time* |
0.1 - 0.3kg CO2 emissions | 0.0 - 0.1kg CO2 emissions Lowest |
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Direct Options | Direct Options |
Additional time: Average total travel duration to departure point, security checks and transfers.
Austin, TX to San Antonio, TX Bus Timetables
| Operator | Departure Time | Arrival Time | Duration | Departure days | Cheapest price |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
Operator Greyhound | Departure Time 03:30AM | Arrival Time 05:00AM | Duration 1h30 | Departure days Mon, Tue, Sat, Sun | Cheapest price $28 |
Operator Valley Transit | Departure Time 11:15AM | Arrival Time 12:55PM | Duration 1h40 | Departure days Mon, Tue, Sat, Sun | Cheapest price $23 |
Operator Greyhound | Departure Time 11:30AM | Arrival Time 01:05PM | Duration 1h35 | Departure days Mon, Tue, Sat, Sun | Cheapest price $23 |
Operator Greyhound | Departure Time 01:35PM | Arrival Time 03:15PM | Duration 1h40 | Departure days Mon, Tue, Sat, Sun | Cheapest price $22 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 01:40PM | Arrival Time 04:10PM | Duration 2h30 | Departure days Mon, Tue, Sat, Sun | Cheapest price $14 |
Operator RedCoach | Departure Time 01:45PM | Arrival Time 03:40PM | Duration 1h55 | Departure days Mon, Tue, Sat, Sun | Cheapest price $48 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 01:55PM | Arrival Time 04:10PM | Duration 2h15 | Departure days Mon, Tue, Sat, Sun | Cheapest price $14 |
Operator RedCoach | Departure Time 02:00PM | Arrival Time 03:40PM | Duration 1h40 | Departure days Mon, Tue, Sat, Sun | Cheapest price $51 |
Operator Valley Transit | Departure Time 04:05PM | Arrival Time 05:35PM | Duration 1h30 | Departure days Mon, Tue, Sat, Sun | Cheapest price $20 |
Operator Greyhound | Departure Time 05:10PM | Arrival Time 06:50PM | Duration 1h40 | Departure days Mon, Tue, Sat, Sun | Cheapest price $20 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 07:25PM | Arrival Time 09:25PM | Duration 2h00 | Departure days Sat, Sun | Cheapest price $22 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 07:40PM | Arrival Time 09:25PM | Duration 1h45 | Departure days Sat, Sun | Cheapest price $22 |
Operator Valley Transit | Departure Time 08:10PM | Arrival Time 09:45PM | Duration 1h35 | Departure days Mon, Sat, Sun | Cheapest price $18 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 09:40PM | Arrival Time 11:40PM | Duration 2h00 | Departure days Mon, Tue, Sat, Sun | Cheapest price $14 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 09:55PM | Arrival Time 11:40PM | Duration 1h45 | Departure days Mon, Tue, Sat, Sun | Cheapest price $14 |
Operator Greyhound | Departure Time 10:15PM | Arrival Time 11:50PM | Duration 1h35 | Departure days Mon, Tue, Sat, Sun | Cheapest price $20 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 10:35PM | Arrival Time 12:35AM | Duration 2h00 | Departure days Mon, Sat, Sun | Cheapest price $14 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 10:50PM | Arrival Time 12:20AM | Duration 1h30 | Departure days Mon, Sat, Sun | Cheapest price $14 |
Operator Greyhound | Departure Time 11:45PM | Arrival Time 01:15AM | Duration 1h30 | Departure days Mon, Tue, Sat, Sun | Cheapest price $20 |
Live departures
Austin, TX to San Antonio, TX bus times
The table below shows live departures for Austin, TX to San Antonio, TX buses for today, Monday, November 17. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated bus journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
![]() | 5:30 PM Austin, Shady Lane (Eastside Bus Plaza), TX | 1h35 | 7:05 PM San Antonio, N St Mary's St (Greyhound), TX | 0 transfersDirect | |
![]() | 7:35 PM Austin, Shady Lane (Eastside Bus Plaza), TX | 1h40 | 9:15 PM San Antonio, N St Mary's St (Greyhound), TX | 0 transfersDirect | |
FlixBus | 7:40 PM Austin, E 9th St / S I-35 Frontage Rd, TX | 2h30 | 10:10 PM San Antonio, N St Mary's St (Greyhound), TX | 0 transfersDirect | |
FlixBus | 7:40 PM Austin, E 9th St / S I-35 Frontage Rd, TX | 2h15 | 9:55 PM San Antonio, Avenue A / Pearl Pkwy, TX | 0 transfersDirect | |
![]() | 7:45 PM Austin, TX | 1h55 | 9:40 PM San Antonio, TX | 0 transfersDirect | |
FlixBus | 7:55 PM Austin, South Congress Transit Center, TX | 2h15 | 10:10 PM San Antonio, N St Mary's St (Greyhound), TX | 0 transfersDirect | |
FlixBus | 7:55 PM Austin, South Congress Transit Center, TX | 2h00 | 9:55 PM San Antonio, Avenue A / Pearl Pkwy, TX | 0 transfersDirect | |
![]() | 8:00 PM Austin, TX | 1h40 | 9:40 PM San Antonio, TX | 0 transfersDirect | |
![]() | 10:05 PM Austin, Shady Lane (Eastside Bus Plaza), TX | 1h30 | 11:35 PM San Antonio, N St Mary's St (Greyhound), TX | 0 transfersDirect | |
![]() | 11:10 PM Austin, Shady Lane (Eastside Bus Plaza), TX | 1h40 | 12:50 AM San Antonio, N St Mary's St (Greyhound), TX | 0 transfersDirect | |
![]() | 2:10 AM Austin, Shady Lane (Eastside Bus Plaza), TX | 1h35 | 3:45 AM San Antonio, N St Mary's St (Greyhound), TX | 0 transfersDirect | |
FlixBus | 3:40 AM Austin, E 9th St / S I-35 Frontage Rd, TX | 2h00 | 5:40 AM San Antonio, N St Mary's St (Greyhound), TX | 0 transfersDirect | |
FlixBus | 3:40 AM Austin, E 9th St / S I-35 Frontage Rd, TX | 1h45 | 5:25 AM San Antonio, Avenue A / Pearl Pkwy, TX | 0 transfersDirect | |
FlixBus | 3:55 AM Austin, South Congress Transit Center, TX | 1h45 | 5:40 AM San Antonio, N St Mary's St (Greyhound), TX | 0 transfersDirect | |
FlixBus | 3:55 AM Austin, South Congress Transit Center, TX | 1h30 | 5:25 AM San Antonio, Avenue A / Pearl Pkwy, TX | 0 transfersDirect | |
![]() | 4:15 AM Austin, Shady Lane (Eastside Bus Plaza), TX | 1h35 | 5:50 AM San Antonio, N St Mary's St (Greyhound), TX | 0 transfersDirect | |
FlixBus | 4:35 AM Austin, E 9th St / S I-35 Frontage Rd, TX | 2h00 | 6:35 AM San Antonio, N St Mary's St (Greyhound), TX | 0 transfersDirect | |
FlixBus | 4:35 AM Austin, E 9th St / S I-35 Frontage Rd, TX | 1h45 | 6:20 AM San Antonio, Avenue A / Pearl Pkwy, TX | 0 transfersDirect | |
FlixBus | 4:50 AM Austin, South Congress Transit Center, TX | 1h30 | 6:20 AM San Antonio, Avenue A / Pearl Pkwy, TX | 0 transfersDirect | |
FlixBus | 4:50 AM Austin, South Congress Transit Center, TX | 1h45 | 6:35 AM San Antonio, N St Mary's St (Greyhound), TX | 0 transfersDirect | |
![]() | 5:45 AM Austin, Shady Lane (Eastside Bus Plaza), TX | 1h30 | 7:15 AM San Antonio, N St Mary's St (Greyhound), TX | 0 transfersDirect | |
![]() | 9:30 AM Austin, Shady Lane (Eastside Bus Plaza), TX | 1h30 | 11:00 AM San Antonio, N St Mary's St (Greyhound), TX | 0 transfersDirect | |
![]() | 5:15 PM Austin, Shady Lane (Eastside Bus Plaza), TX | 1h40 | 6:55 PM San Antonio, N St Mary's St (Greyhound), TX | 0 transfersDirect | |
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Journey information
Overview: Bus from Austin, TX to San Antonio, TX
Buses from Austin, TX to San Antonio, TX run on average 19 times per day, taking around 1h 47m. Cheap bus tickets for this journey start at $13 (€10) but you can travel from only $12 (€10) by train.
There are 19 buses per day. The earliest bus runs at 00:45, the last at 23:45. The fastest bus covers the 73 miles (118 km) distance in 2h 0m.
Distance 73 miles (118 km) |
Average bus duration 1h 47m |
Cheapest ticket price $13 (€10) |
Buses per day 19 |
Direct buses 19 |
Fastest bus 2h 0m |
First bus 00:45 |
Last bus 23:45 |
Bus providers: Greyhound, FlixBus, Infobus, Omnibus Express from Austin, TX to San Antonio, TXYou can travel by bus between Austin, TX to San Antonio, TX with Greyhound, FlixBus, Infobus, Omnibus Express for as low as $12 (€10). When you search for schedules and tickets, Omio will show you the best journey
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FAQs: Bus from Austin, TX to San Antonio, TX
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Austin, TX to San Antonio, 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 San Antonio, TX, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

- Greyhound
- Assistance
- Priority seating
- Wheelchair-accessible buses.
- FlixBus
- Assistance
- Priority boarding
- Wheelchair-accessible buses.
- Infobus
- Assistance
- Priority seating
- Transport for wheelchairs and mobility aids.
- The Alamo, a historic Spanish mission and site of the famous 1836 battle for Texan independence
- River Walk, a scenic network of walkways along the San Antonio River lined with shops and restaurants
- San Antonio Missions National Historical Park, a UNESCO World Heritage site preserving four Spanish frontier missions
- San Antonio Museum of Art, housing an extensive collection of art from around the world
- Tower of the Americas, offering panoramic views of the city from its observation deck and revolving restaurant.
- Explore the vibrant Pearl District, known for its trendy shops, restaurants, and farmers market
- Take a boat tour along the San Antonio River for a unique perspective of the city
- Visit the historic Market Square, a lively Mexican market with shops, food, and entertainment
- Enjoy a day at Six Flags Fiesta Texas, an amusement park with thrilling rides and shows
- Experience the San Antonio Zoo, home to a wide variety of animals and interactive exhibits.
- 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.
- Infobus
- You can cancel your ticket up to 24 hours before departure for a partial refund. Cancellations within 24 hours may incur a fee.
To find the cheapest bus tickets for your trip from Austin, TX to San Antonio, TX, follow these tips:
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- 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).
- Infobus
- One carry-on bag up to 5kg (40x20x25) and one checked bag up to 20kg (50x30x80).
- Greyhound
- $15 per additional bag.
- FlixBus
- Additional luggage can be purchased for a fee.
- Infobus
- 10€ per additional bag.
- FlixBus
- Small pets in carriers allowed
- Guide dogs travel for free.
- Infobus
- Small pets allowed in carriers
- Larger pets may require a separate ticket.
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