- Must visit
Blanton Museum of Art
Major university art museum with strong European, Latin American, and contemporary collections, plus Ellsworth Kelly’s Austin installation.
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Cheapest price
$51
Average price
$95
Fastest journey
4h 55m
Average duration
5h 55m
Buses per day
10
Distance
280 km
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Fort Worth, TX to Austin, 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 1h 9m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a train costs an average of $19, and a flight costs an average of $180.
Distance: 171 miles (276 km)
| Bus | Most popular Train | Flight | Driving |
|---|---|---|---|
$54 Average price | $38 Average price Cheapest | $270 Average price | $41 Average price (fuel + tolls) |
5h 8m Average total duration 4h 38m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 5h 6m Average total duration 4h 36m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 4h 9m Average total duration Fastest 1h 9m Onboard + 3h 0m Additional time* | 2h 55m Average total duration (door-to-door) |
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Direct Options | Direct Options | Direct Options | Direct Options |
This is compared to other travel options from Fort Worth, TX to Austin, TX:
A train is $16 (€13) less than a bus for this route with tickets for a bus from Fort Worth, TX to Austin, TX costing on average $54 (€44).
A train is $232 (€191) less than a flight for this route with tickets for a flight from Fort Worth, TX to Austin, TX costing on average $270 (€222).
Other travel options to Austin, TX take longer:
Train takes on average 4h 36m.
Bus takes on average 4h 38m.
You'll arrive about -2h -43m sooner (4h 38m by bus vs 2h 55m by car) and save roughly $-13.05 (€-10.73) compared to fuel and tolls ($54 (€44) vs $41 (€33)). 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 Valley Transit | Departure Time 06:00AM | Arrival Time 11:00AM | Duration 5h00 | Departure days Everyday | Cheapest price $57 |
Operator Valley Transit | Departure Time 07:50AM | Arrival Time 04:25PM | Duration 8h35 | Departure days Mon, Tue, Wed, Thu, Sat, Sun | Cheapest price $46 |
Operator Greyhound | Departure Time 07:50AM | Arrival Time 01:30PM | Duration 5h40 | Departure days Everyday | Cheapest price $33 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 08:55AM | Arrival Time 01:50PM | Duration 4h55 | Departure days Everyday | Cheapest price $44 |
Operator Valley Transit | Departure Time 12:20PM | Arrival Time 08:15PM | Duration 7h55 | Departure days Mon, Thu, Fri, Sat, Sun | Cheapest price $46 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 01:15PM | Arrival Time 06:30PM | Duration 5h15 | Departure days Mon, Thu, Fri, Sat, Sun | Cheapest price $44 |
Operator Greyhound | Departure Time 04:55PM | Arrival Time 10:05PM | Duration 5h10 | Departure days Everyday | Cheapest price $46 |
Operator Greyhound | Departure Time 05:50PM | Arrival Time 11:35PM | Duration 5h45 | Departure days Everyday | Cheapest price $46 |
The table below shows live departures for Fort Worth, TX to Austin, TX buses for today, Thursday, July 9. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated bus journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
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+![]() | 6:00 AM Fort Worth, Jones St (Bus Station), TX | 5h00 | 11:00 AM Austin, Shady Lane (Eastside Bus Plaza), TX | 1 transfer | |
![]() | 7:50 AM Fort Worth, Jones St (Bus Station), TX | 5h40 | 1:30 PM Austin, Shady Lane (Eastside Bus Plaza), TX | 0 transfersDirect | |
FlixBus+![]() | 7:50 AM Fort Worth, Vonlane (916 Main St), TX | 8h35 | 4:25 PM Austin, Shady Lane (Eastside Bus Plaza), TX | 1 transfer | |
FlixBus · FlixBus | 8:55 AM Fort Worth, Vonlane (916 Main St), TX | 5h15 | 2:10 PM Austin, South Congress Transit Center, TX | 1 transfer | |
FlixBus · FlixBus | 8:55 AM Fort Worth, Vonlane (916 Main St), TX | 4h55 | 1:50 PM Austin, E 9th St / S I-35 Frontage Rd, TX | 1 transfer | |
+![]() | 12:20 PM Fort Worth, Jones St (Bus Station), TX | 7h55 | 8:15 PM Austin, Shady Lane (Eastside Bus Plaza), TX | 1 transfer | |
FlixBus · FlixBus | 1:15 PM Fort Worth, Vonlane (916 Main St), TX | 5h15 | 6:30 PM Austin, E 9th St / S I-35 Frontage Rd, TX | 1 transfer | |
FlixBus · FlixBus | 1:15 PM Fort Worth, Vonlane (916 Main St), TX | 5h35 | 6:50 PM Austin, South Congress Transit Center, TX | 1 transfer | |
· | 4:55 PM Fort Worth, Jones St (Bus Station), TX | 5h10 | 10:05 PM Austin, Shady Lane (Eastside Bus Plaza), TX | 1 transfer | |
· | 5:50 PM Fort Worth, Jones St (Bus Station), TX | 5h45 | 11:35 PM Austin, Shady Lane (Eastside Bus Plaza), TX | 1 transfer | |
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Buses from Fort Worth, TX to Austin, TX run on average 6 times per day, taking around 4h 38m. Cheap bus tickets for this journey start at $34 (€28) but you can travel from only $19 (€15) by train.
There are 1 buses per day. The earliest bus runs at 02:05, the last at 23:10. The fastest bus covers the 171 miles (276 km) distance in 5h 40m.
Distance 171 miles (276 km) |
Average bus duration 4h 38m |
Cheapest ticket price $34 (€28) |
Buses per day 6 |
Direct buses 1 |
Fastest bus 5h 40m |
First bus 2:05 AM |
Last bus 11:10 PM |
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Best time to book 28 days |
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Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Fort Worth, 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 Fort Worth, TX to Austin, TX buses use the Fort Worth, Jones St (Bus Station) to Austin, Shady Lane (Eastside Bus Plaza) station pair, with some services arriving at Austin, E 9th St / S I-35 Frontage Rd. Use this guide to compare Fort Worth, 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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