- Must visit
Blanton Museum of Art
Major university art museum with strong European, Latin American, and contemporary collections, plus Ellsworth Kelly’s Austin installation.
Cheapest price
$41
Average price
$46
Fastest journey
4 h 55 m
Average duration
4 h 55 m
Buses per day
3
Distance
234 km
The best way to find a cheap bus ticket from Cleburne, TX to Austin, TX is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Cleburne, TX to Austin, TX will cost around $46 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only $41.
Of the 3 buses that leave Cleburne, TX for Austin, TX on Sat, Jun 20, 3 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 234 km distance in an average of 4 h 55 m but if you time it right, some buses will get you there in just 4 h 55 m .
On Sat, Jun 20 the slowest buses will take 4 h 55 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.






Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Cleburne, TX to Austin, TX among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the train with prices starting from $20. For those with little time consider booking a flight which can get you there in 2h 15m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a train costs an average of $20, and a flight costs an average of $193.
Distance: 145 miles (234 km)
| Bus | Most popular Train | Flight | Driving |
|---|---|---|---|
$45 Average price | $39 Average price Cheapest | $281 Average price | $35 Average price (fuel + tolls) |
5h 33m Average total duration 5h 3m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 4h 16m Average total duration 3h 46m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 5h 15m Average total duration Fastest 2h 15m Onboard + 3h 0m Additional time* | 2h 42m Average total duration (door-to-door) |
Direct Options | Direct Options | Direct Options | Direct Options |
This is compared to other travel options from Cleburne, TX to Austin, TX:
A train is $6 (€5) less than a bus for this route with tickets for a bus from Cleburne, TX to Austin, TX costing on average $45 (€37).
A train is $242 (€198) less than a flight for this route with tickets for a flight from Cleburne, TX to Austin, TX costing on average $281 (€230).
Other travel options to Austin, TX take longer:
Train takes on average 3h 46m.
Bus takes on average 5h 3m.
You'll arrive about -3h -21m sooner (5h 3m by bus vs 2h 42m by car) and save roughly $-9.78 (€-8.01) compared to fuel and tolls ($45 (€37) vs $35 (€29)). 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 Greyhound.
Driving is still worth considering if you're travelling with bulky luggage, need flexibility on departure times, or plan to stop along the way.
| Operator | Departure Time | Arrival Time | Duration | Departure days | Cheapest price |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
Operator Greyhound | Departure Time 01:30PM | Arrival Time 06:25PM | Duration 4h55 | Departure days Everyday | Cheapest price $42 |
Operator Greyhound | Departure Time 01:35PM | Arrival Time 06:30PM | Duration 4h55 | Departure days Mon, Tue, Wed, Fri, Sat, Sun | Cheapest price $41 |
Operator Greyhound | Departure Time 02:30PM | Arrival Time 07:25PM | Duration 4h55 | Departure days Mon, Sat, Sun | Cheapest price $37 |
Operator Greyhound | Departure Time 08:35PM | Arrival Time 03:05AM | Duration 6h30 | Departure days Fri | Cheapest price $64 |
Operator Greyhound | Departure Time 09:35PM | Arrival Time 04:05AM | Duration 6h30 | Departure days Wed | Cheapest price $49 |
The table below shows live departures for Cleburne, TX to Austin, TX 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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
![]() | 8:35 PM Cleburne, TX | 6h30 | 3:05 AM Austin, TX | 0 transfersDirect | |
| Saturday, June 20 | |||||
![]() | 1:30 PM Cleburne, TX | 4h55 | 6:25 PM Austin, TX | 0 transfersDirect | |
![]() | 1:35 PM Cleburne, TX | 4h55 | 6:30 PM Austin, TX | 0 transfersDirect | |
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Compare train, bus, and flight prices over the next three weeks. See the best deals at a glance, find the lowest fares, and choose the option that fits your budget.
Buses from Cleburne, TX to Austin, TX run on average 2 times per day, taking around 5h 3m. Cheap bus tickets for this journey start at $36 (€30) but you can travel from only $20 (€16) by train.
There are 1 buses per day. The earliest bus runs at 08:30, the last at 23:10. The fastest bus covers the 145 miles (234 km) distance in 4h 55m.
Distance 145 miles (234 km) |
Average bus duration 5h 3m |
Cheapest ticket price $36 (€30) |
Buses per day 2 |
Direct buses 1 |
Fastest bus 4h 55m |
First bus 8:30 AM |
Last bus 11:10 PM |
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Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Cleburne, TX to Austin, 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 Austin, TX, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

Most Cleburne, TX to Austin, TX buses use the Cleburne, S Main St (Shell) to Austin, Shady Lane (Eastside Bus Plaza) station pair. Use this guide to compare Cleburne, TX and Austin, TX bus stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like bus station facilities and services.
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