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San Antonio Museum of Art
Major art museum with collections spanning ancient Mediterranean works, Asian art, Latin American art, and contemporary pieces. Housed in the historic former Lone Star Brewery.
Cheapest price
$52
Average price
$58
Fastest journey
5 h
Average duration
5 h 10 m
Buses per day
19
Distance
407 km
The best way to find a cheap bus ticket from Dallas, 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 Dallas, TX to San Antonio, TX will cost around $58 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only $52.
Of the 19 buses that leave Dallas, TX for San Antonio, TX on Wed, Jul 01, 19 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
On Wed, Jul 01 the direct buses cover the 407 km distance in an average of 5 h 10 m but if you time it right, some buses will get you there in just 5 h .
On Wed, Jul 01 the slowest buses will take 5 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 Dallas, TX to San Antonio, TX among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the train with prices starting from $22. For those with little time consider booking a flight which can get you there in 1h 35m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a train costs an average of $22, and a flight costs an average of $71.
Distance: 252 miles (407 km)
Most popular Bus | Train | Flight | Driving |
|---|---|---|---|
$55 Average price | $52 Average price Cheapest | $327 Average price | $55 Average price (fuel + tolls) |
6h 47m Average total duration 6h 17m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 7h 41m Average total duration 7h 11m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 4h 35m Average total duration Fastest 1h 35m Onboard + 3h 0m Additional time* | 4h 34m 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 Dallas, TX to San Antonio, TX:
A train is $3 (€2) less than a bus for this route with tickets for a bus from Dallas, TX to San Antonio, TX costing on average $55 (€45).
A train is $275 (€226) less than a flight for this route with tickets for a flight from Dallas, TX to San Antonio, TX costing on average $327 (€269).
Other travel options to San Antonio, TX take longer:
Bus takes on average 6h 17m.
Train takes on average 7h 11m.
Tickets start at around $55 (€45) compared to roughly $55 (€45) in fuel and tolls — a saving of about $0.27 (€0.22). The journey takes 6h 17m versus 4h 34m 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, Omnibus Express, 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 06:45AM | Arrival Time 03:20PM | Duration 8h35 | Departure days Everyday | Cheapest price $50 |
Operator Valley Transit | Departure Time 07:10AM | Arrival Time 12:55PM | Duration 5h45 | Departure days Everyday | Cheapest price $53 |
Operator Greyhound | Departure Time 07:45AM | Arrival Time 01:05PM | Duration 5h20 | Departure days Everyday | Cheapest price $46 |
Operator Pinkbus | Departure Time 10:25AM | Arrival Time 03:30PM | Duration 5h05 | Departure days Sun | Cheapest price $86 |
Operator Pinkbus | Departure Time 10:30AM | Arrival Time 03:30PM | Duration 5h00 | Departure days Mon, Tue, Wed, Thu, Fri, Sat | Cheapest price $71 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 10:30AM | Arrival Time 04:30PM | Duration 6h00 | Departure days Everyday | Cheapest price $53 |
Operator Valley Transit | Departure Time 12:05PM | Arrival Time 06:10PM | Duration 6h05 | Departure days Everyday | Cheapest price $32 |
Operator Greyhound | Departure Time 01:15PM | Arrival Time 07:05PM | Duration 5h50 | Departure days Everyday | Cheapest price $46 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 02:05PM | Arrival Time 10:45PM | Duration 8h40 | Departure days Mon | Cheapest price $89 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 02:45PM | Arrival Time 08:25PM | Duration 5h40 | Departure days Wed, Thu, Fri, Sat, Sun | Cheapest price $34 |
Operator Valley Transit | Departure Time 04:30PM | Arrival Time 10:05PM | Duration 5h35 | Departure days Mon, Thu, Fri, Sat, Sun | Cheapest price $30 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 04:35PM | Arrival Time 11:10PM | Duration 6h35 | Departure days Everyday | Cheapest price $30 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 05:05PM | Arrival Time 11:25PM | Duration 6h20 | Departure days Everyday | Cheapest price $30 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 05:40PM | Arrival Time 11:10PM | Duration 5h30 | Departure days Everyday | Cheapest price $30 |
Operator Greyhound | Departure Time 06:30PM | Arrival Time 11:55PM | Duration 5h25 | Departure days Everyday | Cheapest price $46 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 07:00PM | Arrival Time 12:20AM | Duration 5h20 | Departure days Mon, Fri, Sat, Sun | Cheapest price $30 |
Operator Greyhound | Departure Time 08:15PM | Arrival Time 01:15AM | Duration 5h00 | Departure days Everyday | Cheapest price $30 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 09:30PM | Arrival Time 02:40AM | Duration 5h10 | Departure days Mon, Thu, Fri, Sat, Sun | Cheapest price $30 |
Operator Greyhound | Departure Time 11:55PM | Arrival Time 05:00AM | Duration 5h05 | Departure days Everyday | Cheapest price $47 |
The table below shows live departures for Dallas, TX to San Antonio, TX buses for today, Tuesday, June 30. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated bus journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
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![]() | 7:10 AM Dallas, Greyhound Bus Station, TX | 5h45 | 12:55 PM San Antonio, N St Mary's St (Greyhound), TX | 0 transfersDirect | |
![]() | 7:45 AM Dallas, Greyhound Bus Station, TX | 5h20 | 1:05 PM San Antonio, N St Mary's St (Greyhound), TX | 0 transfersDirect | |
FlixBus | 10:30 AM Dallas Downtown | 6h00 | 4:30 PM San Antonio, N St Mary's St (Greyhound), TX | 0 transfersDirect | |
FlixBus | 10:30 AM Dallas Downtown | 5h45 | 4:15 PM San Antonio, Avenue A / Pearl Pkwy, TX | 0 transfersDirect | |
![]() | 10:30 AM Dallas, TX, TX | 5h00 | 3:30 PM San Antonio, TX | 0 transfersDirect | |
![]() | 12:05 PM Dallas, Greyhound Bus Station, TX | 6h05 | 6:10 PM San Antonio, N St Mary's St (Greyhound), TX | 0 transfersDirect | |
![]() | 1:15 PM Dallas, Greyhound Bus Station, TX | 5h50 | 7:05 PM San Antonio, N St Mary's St (Greyhound), TX | 0 transfersDirect | |
FlixBus | 4:35 PM Irving, DFW Airport, TX | 6h35 | 11:10 PM San Antonio, Avenue A / Pearl Pkwy, TX | 0 transfersDirect | |
FlixBus | 4:35 PM Irving, DFW Airport, TX | 6h50 | 11:25 PM San Antonio, N St Mary's St (Greyhound), TX | 0 transfersDirect | |
FlixBus | 5:05 PM Dallas, N Stemmons Fwy - Market Center (Shell gas station), TX | 6h20 | 11:25 PM San Antonio, N St Mary's St (Greyhound), TX | 0 transfersDirect | |
FlixBus | 5:05 PM Dallas, N Stemmons Fwy - Market Center (Shell gas station), TX | 6h05 | 11:10 PM San Antonio, Avenue A / Pearl Pkwy, TX | 0 transfersDirect | |
FlixBus | 5:40 PM Dallas Downtown | 5h30 | 11:10 PM San Antonio, Avenue A / Pearl Pkwy, TX | 0 transfersDirect | |
FlixBus | 5:40 PM Dallas Downtown | 5h45 | 11:25 PM San Antonio, N St Mary's St (Greyhound), TX | 0 transfersDirect | |
![]() | 6:30 PM Dallas, Greyhound Bus Station, TX | 5h25 | 11:55 PM San Antonio, N St Mary's St (Greyhound), TX | 0 transfersDirect | |
![]() | 8:15 PM Dallas, Greyhound Bus Station, TX | 5h00 | 1:15 AM San Antonio, N St Mary's St (Greyhound), TX | 0 transfersDirect | |
![]() | 11:55 PM Dallas, Greyhound Bus Station, TX | 5h05 | 5:00 AM San Antonio, N St Mary's St (Greyhound), TX | 0 transfersDirect | |
| Wednesday, July 1 | |||||
![]() | 6:45 AM Dallas, Greyhound Bus Station, TX | 8h35 | 3:20 PM San Antonio, N St Mary's St (Greyhound), TX | 0 transfersDirect | |
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Buses from Dallas, TX to San Antonio, TX run on average 18 times per day, taking around 6h 17m. Cheap bus tickets for this journey start at $36 (€30) but you can travel from only $22 (€18) by train.
There are 17 buses per day. The earliest bus runs at 00:01, the last at 23:55. The fastest bus covers the 252 miles (407 km) distance in 5h 0m.
Distance 252 miles (407 km) |
Average bus duration 6h 17m |
Cheapest ticket price $36 (€30) |
Buses per day 18 |
Direct buses 17 |
Fastest bus 5h 0m |
First bus 12:01 AM |
Last bus 11:55 PM |
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Best time to book 42 days |
Discover the best of San Antonio — top attractions, local food, transport tips, budget advice, and currency essentials. Plan your perfect San Antonio trip today.
Major art museum with collections spanning ancient Mediterranean works, Asian art, Latin American art, and contemporary pieces. Housed in the historic former Lone Star Brewery.
Renowned museum of modern and contemporary art set in a historic mansion, known for its strong European and American collections and elegant grounds.
Museum galleries next to the Alamo displaying artifacts and interpretation tied to the site’s history. A strong companion visit for understanding San Antonio’s most famous landmark.
The city’s most iconic walking area, lined with bridges, boats, landscaping, and public art. It is the classic San Antonio experience and especially lively in the evening.
Large public market district with strong Mexican cultural identity, colorful surroundings, and frequent events. Popular with both visitors and locals.
Historic district of preserved buildings and artisan spaces near downtown. It is compact, photogenic, and easy to pair with the River Walk.
San Antonio’s signature taco style: a fried masa shell that puffs up, then is filled with beans, meat, lettuce, cheese, and salsa. It is a classic local Tex-Mex specialty strongly associated with the
A daily staple in San Antonio, usually made with flour tortillas and fillings like egg, potato, bean, bacon, chorizo, and cheese. They are beloved across the city for quick, flavorful breakfasts.
Slow-cooked, tender beef, traditionally served on weekends in tacos with salsa. It is one of the most iconic South Texas breakfast and brunch foods found throughout San Antonio.
An established upscale restaurant known for refined New American cooking, polished service, and a more intimate fine-dining experience near Southtown.
A beloved local breakfast spot best known for oversized breakfast tacos, house-made tortillas, and classic San Antonio morning fare in a casual setting.
A well-known River Walk restaurant serving Texas and Southwestern dishes, famous for tableside guacamole and a lively but polished atmosphere.
Generally cheaper than New York or San Francisco. Hotels vary by season, while dining and transport are usually moderate for U.S. city travel.
Tip 18-20% at restaurants; 20%+ for great service. Tip bartenders USD 1-2 per drink, hotel staff USD 2-5, and round up or tip 10-15% for taxis and rideshares.
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University Of Texas At San Antonio East Campus Lot 1, San Antonio -> Centro Plaza, San Antonio
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Most Dallas, TX to San Antonio, TX buses use the Dallas, Greyhound Bus Station to San Antonio, N St Mary's St (Greyhound) station pair, with some services arriving at San Antonio, Avenue A / Pearl Pkwy. Use this guide to compare Dallas, TX and San Antonio, TX bus stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like bus station facilities and services.
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