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Museum of Fine Arts, Houston
One of the largest art museums in the US, with major collections spanning antiquity to contemporary works across multiple buildings.
Cheapest price
$97
Average price
$97
Fastest journey
8 h 20 m
Average duration
8 h 20 m
Buses per day
1
Distance
497 km
The best way to find a cheap bus ticket from Hidalgo, TX to Houston, TX is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Hidalgo, TX to Houston, TX will cost around $97 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only $97.
Of the 1 buses that leave Hidalgo, TX for Houston, TX on Sat, Jul 11, 1 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
On Sat, Jul 11 the direct buses cover the 497 km distance in an average of 8 h 20 m but if you time it right, some buses will get you there in just 8 h 20 m .
On Sat, Jul 11 the slowest buses will take 8 h 20 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 bus as it is the most popular option from Hidalgo, TX to Houston, TX among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the bus with prices starting from $64. For those with little time consider booking a flight which can get you there in 1h 24m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of $64, and a flight costs an average of $492.
Distance: 308 miles (497 km)
Most popular Bus | Flight |
|---|---|
$64 Average price Cheapest | $492 Average price |
7h 50m Average total duration 7h 20m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 4h 24m Average total duration Fastest 1h 24m Onboard + 3h 0m Additional time* |
Direct Options | Direct Options |
This is compared to other travel options from Hidalgo, TX to Houston, TX:
A bus is $428 (€352) less than a flight for this route with tickets for a flight from Hidalgo, TX to Houston, TX costing on average $492 (€405).
Other travel options to Houston, TX take longer:
Bus takes on average 7h 20m.
| Operator | Departure Time | Arrival Time | Duration | Departure days | Cheapest price |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
Operator Greyhound Mexico | Departure Time 10:15AM | Arrival Time 06:35PM | Duration 8h20 | Departure days Mon, Thu, Fri, Sat, Sun | Cheapest price $97 |
Operator Greyhound | Departure Time 03:40PM | Arrival Time 11:00PM | Duration 7h20 | Departure days Wed | Cheapest price $64 |
The table below shows live departures for Hidalgo, TX to Houston, TX buses for tomorrow, Saturday, July 11. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated bus journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
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![]() | 10:15 AM Hidalgo, TX | 8h20 | 6:35 PM Houston, TX | 0 transfersDirect | |
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Buses from Hidalgo, TX to Houston, TX run on average 1 times per day, taking around 7h 20m. Cheap bus tickets for this journey start at $64 (€53) if you book in advance.
There are 1 buses per day. The earliest bus runs at 15:40, the last at 15:40. The fastest bus covers the 308 miles (497 km) distance in 7h 20m.
Distance 308 miles (497 km) |
Average bus duration 7h 20m |
Cheapest ticket price $64 (€53) |
Buses per day 1 |
Direct buses 1 |
Fastest bus 7h 20m |
First bus 3:40 PM |
Last bus 3:40 PM |
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Cheapest Day Sat |
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One of the largest art museums in the US, with major collections spanning antiquity to contemporary works across multiple buildings.
The official visitor center for NASA Johnson Space Center, featuring spacecraft, astronaut history, and immersive space exploration exhibits.
A highly popular museum known for dinosaur halls, gems and minerals, space science, and rotating blockbuster exhibitions.
A flagship urban park with skyline views, trails, public art, and popular photo spots along the bayou near downtown.
A major central park next to the Museum District, known for gardens, walking paths, pedal boats, and relaxing green space.
The city's premier cultural area, packed with major museums and walkable green spaces, making it ideal for a full day of sightseeing.
Slow-smoked beef brisket with a peppery bark, central to Houston's strong Texas barbecue culture and widely considered a must-try local specialty.
Large, richly marbled beef ribs smoked low and slow, popular at Houston barbecue spots for their deep smoke flavor and tender texture.
Soft tortillas filled with eggs, potatoes, beans, cheese, or meats, reflecting Houston's everyday Tex-Mex breakfast tradition.
Established upscale steakhouse known for high-quality beef, polished service, and a classic fine-dining atmosphere.
Acclaimed restaurant showcasing regional Mexican cuisine in an elegant but welcoming setting, popular for brunch and traditional dishes.
Well-known barbecue destination serving brisket, ribs, and other Texas smoked meats in a casual, popular setting.
Moderate for U.S. travel: dining and transport are reasonable, but hotels can rise in peak periods and central areas.
Tip 18-20% in restaurants; 20%+ for great service. Tip bartenders USD 1-2 per drink, taxis about 10-15%, hotel staff a few USD, and round up for casual services.
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Most Hidalgo, TX to Houston, TX buses use the Hidalgo, International Blvd / Bridge Street to Houston, Harrisburg Blvd (Greyhound Bus Station) station pair, with some services arriving at Houston, Gray St Parking (Bus Station). Use this guide to compare Hidalgo, TX and Houston, TX bus stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like bus station facilities and services.
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