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The cheapest and fastest buses from Houston, TX to Dallas, TX

Showing times and prices for Jun 16

Cheapest price

$56

Average price

$75

Fastest journey

3 h 50 m

Average duration

4 h 9 m

Buses per day

30

Distance

363 km

Cheap tickets

The best way to find a cheap bus ticket from Houston, TX to Dallas, TX is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.

The average ticket from Houston, TX to Dallas, TX will cost around $75 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only $56.

Fast buses

Of the 30 buses that leave Houston, TX for Dallas, TX on Mon, Jun 16, 29 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.

On Mon, Jun 16 the direct buses cover the 363 km distance in an average of 4 h 9 m but if you time it right, some buses will get you there in just 3 h 50 m .

On Mon, Jun 16 the slowest buses will take 4 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.

FlixBusFlixBus
01:30PM4h35
Houston, Gray St Parking (Bus Station), TX
06:05PMDallas, Greyhound Bus Station, TX
$561One-way
0 transfers
FlixBusFlixBus
05:35PM5h15
Houston, Southwest Fwy (Shell), TX
10:50PMDallas, Dallas Market Center (4500 Harry Hines Blvd), TX
$561One-way
0 transfers
FlixBusFlixBus
06:00PM4h30
Houston, Gray St Parking (Bus Station), TX
10:30PMDallas, Greyhound Bus Station, TX
$561One-way
0 transfers
FlixBusFlixBus
01:30PM4h55
Houston, Gray St Parking (Bus Station), TX
06:25PMDallas, Dallas Market Center (4500 Harry Hines Blvd), TX
$561One-way
0 transfers
FlixBusFlixBus
06:00PM4h50
Houston, Gray St Parking (Bus Station), TX
10:50PMDallas, Dallas Market Center (4500 Harry Hines Blvd), TX
$561One-way
0 transfers

Travel Information

Compare bus and flight for Houston, TX to Dallas, TX

Omio recommends booking the bus as it is the most popular option from Houston, TX to Dallas, TX among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the bus with prices starting from €28. For those with little time consider booking a bus which can get you there in 4h 46m. In case you are seeking to minimise your carbon footprint the bus is your best bet as it emits only 0.4 - 0.9kg.

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€48

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€132

Average price

5h 16m

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4h 46m

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30m

Additional time*

13h 35m

Average duration

10h 35m

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3h 0m

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0.4 - 0.9kg

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1.1 - 2.2kg

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Houston, TX to Dallas, TX bus times

Showing buses for today, Sunday, June 15
Last updated at 10:13 PM
ProviderDepartsDurationArrivesTransfers
Tickets
meinfernbus_flixbusFlixBus10:35 PM Houston, Southwest Fwy (Shell), TX
4h55
3:30 AM Dallas, Greyhound Bus Station, TX0 transfersDirect
meinfernbus_flixbusFlixBus10:35 PM Houston, Southwest Fwy (Shell), TX
5h15
3:50 AM Dallas, Dallas Market Center (4500 Harry Hines Blvd), TX0 transfersDirect
meinfernbus_flixbusFlixBus11:00 PM Houston, Gray St Parking (Bus Station), TX
4h50
3:50 AM Dallas, Dallas Market Center (4500 Harry Hines Blvd), TX0 transfersDirect
meinfernbus_flixbusFlixBus11:00 PM Houston, Gray St Parking (Bus Station), TX
4h30
3:30 AM Dallas, Greyhound Bus Station, TX0 transfersDirect
Monday, June 16
greyhound12:00 AM Houston, Harrisburg Blvd (Greyhound Bus Station), TX
4h15
4:15 AM Dallas, Greyhound Bus Station, TX0 transfersDirect
greyhound7:00 AM Houston, Harrisburg Blvd (Greyhound Bus Station), TX
4h25
11:25 AM Dallas, Greyhound Bus Station, TX0 transfersDirect
greyhound10:45 AM Houston, Harrisburg Blvd (Greyhound Bus Station), TX
7h05
5:50 PM Dallas, Greyhound Bus Station, TX0 transfersDirect
meinfernbus_flixbusFlixBus11:30 AM Houston, Gray St Parking (Bus Station), TX
4h25
3:55 PM Dallas Downtown0 transfersDirect
meinfernbus_flixbusFlixBus12:10 PM Houston, Southwest Fwy (Shell), TX
5h05
5:15 PM Dallas, Dallas Market Center (4500 Harry Hines Blvd), TX0 transfersDirect
meinfernbus_flixbusFlixBus12:10 PM Houston, Southwest Fwy (Shell), TX
4h45
4:55 PM Dallas Downtown0 transfersDirect
meinfernbus_flixbusFlixBus12:30 PM Houston, Gray St Parking (Bus Station), TX
4h25
4:55 PM Dallas Downtown0 transfersDirect
meinfernbus_flixbusFlixBus12:30 PM Houston, Gray St Parking (Bus Station), TX
4h45
5:15 PM Dallas, Dallas Market Center (4500 Harry Hines Blvd), TX0 transfersDirect
greyhound1:20 PM Houston, Harrisburg Blvd (Greyhound Bus Station), TX
4h50
6:10 PM Dallas, Greyhound Bus Station, TX0 transfersDirect
ams_infobus02:30 PM Houston, TX
4h30
7:00 PM Dallas, TX0 transfersDirect
meinfernbus_flixbusFlixBus3:05 PM Houston, Southwest Fwy (Shell), TX
5h15
8:20 PM Dallas, Dallas Market Center (4500 Harry Hines Blvd), TX0 transfersDirect
meinfernbus_flixbusFlixBus3:05 PM Houston, Southwest Fwy (Shell), TX
4h55
8:00 PM Dallas Downtown0 transfersDirect
ams_infobus03:15 PM Houston, TX
9h25
12:40 AM Dallas, TX0 transfersDirect
meinfernbus_flixbusFlixBus3:30 PM Houston, Gray St Parking (Bus Station), TX
4h50
8:20 PM Dallas, Dallas Market Center (4500 Harry Hines Blvd), TX0 transfersDirect
meinfernbus_flixbusFlixBus3:30 PM Houston, Gray St Parking (Bus Station), TX
4h55
8:25 PM Dallas, Greyhound Bus Station, TX0 transfersDirect
meinfernbus_flixbusFlixBus3:30 PM Houston, Gray St Parking (Bus Station), TX
5h20
8:50 PM Dallas, Dallas Market Center (4500 Harry Hines Blvd), TX0 transfersDirect
meinfernbus_flixbusFlixBus3:30 PM Houston, Gray St Parking (Bus Station), TX
4h30
8:00 PM Dallas Downtown0 transfersDirect
ams_infobus03:55 PM Houston, TX
8h45
12:40 AM Dallas, TX0 transfersDirect
meinfernbus_flixbusFlixBus+greyhound4:25 PM Houston, Southwest Fwy (Shell), TX
6h50
11:15 PM Dallas, Greyhound Bus Station, TX1 transfer
greyhound5:01 PM Houston, Harrisburg Blvd (Greyhound Bus Station), TX
5h59
11:00 PM Dallas, Greyhound Bus Station, TX0 transfersDirect
meinfernbus_flixbusFlixBus6:30 PM Houston, Gray St Parking (Bus Station), TX
4h35
11:05 PM Dallas, Greyhound Bus Station, TX0 transfersDirect
meinfernbus_flixbusFlixBus6:30 PM Houston, Gray St Parking (Bus Station), TX
4h55
11:25 PM Dallas, Dallas Market Center (4500 Harry Hines Blvd), TX0 transfersDirect
greyhound6:45 PM Houston, Harrisburg Blvd (Greyhound Bus Station), TX
4h30
11:15 PM Dallas, Greyhound Bus Station, TX0 transfersDirect
meinfernbus_flixbusFlixBus8:00 PM Houston, Gray St Parking (Bus Station), TX
4h30
12:30 AM Dallas Downtown0 transfersDirect
ams_infobus08:30 PM Houston, TX
3h50
12:20 AM Dallas, TX0 transfersDirect

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Journey information

Overview: Bus from Houston, TX to Dallas, TX

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Buses from Houston, TX to Dallas, TX run on average 26 times per day, taking around 4h 46m. Cheap bus tickets for this journey start at $34 (€28) if you book in advance.
Fares are the lowest economy prices found on Omio. Early booking often means lower prices. Prices change daily and are subject to availability. Discount cards, coach trips, and booking fees are not included.
Price information
Distance
224 miles (362 km)
Average bus duration
4h 46m
Cheapest ticket price
$34 (€28)
Buses per day
26
Direct buses
25
Fastest bus
4h 10m
First bus
11:45
Last bus
23:35
Fares are the lowest economy prices found on Omio. Early booking often means lower prices. Prices change daily and are subject to availability. Discount cards, coach trips, and booking fees are not included.
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Bus providers: FlixBus, Greyhound and RedCoach from Houston, TX to Dallas, TX

Find the best buses between Houston, TX and Dallas, TX with Omio's travel partners FlixBus, Greyhound and RedCoach from $7 (€6). We can find you the best deals, schedules and tickets when comparing and booking the best journey.

FlixBus is one of Europe's leading low-cost bus companies, founded in Germany and offering long-distance bus services in Europe and the U. S. FlixBus also operates overnight buses on select routes throughout Europe. Standard amenities on FlixBus include free Wi-Fi, power outlets to charge your phone, tablet or laptop during long bus journeys, extra legroom, luggage space and toilets. You can even purchase snacks and drinks onboard. FlixBus offers only the Standard ticket for all its routes, which allows you to bring one carry-on luggage and one checked bag per person. Additional fees apply for extra luggage and specific seat reservations, such as if you want to book an Extra Seat, Table Seat or the Panorama Seat.

Bus information from Houston, TX to Dallas, TX with FlixBus:

  • Average Duration: 3 h 55 min
  • Cheapest Price: $30

Buses from Houston to Dallas

The distance between Houston and Dallas is 225 miles (362km). Daily, around 23 buses leave Houston headed for Dallas. This leaves travelers plenty of options to choose from depending on their schedules and convenience. Bus stops are often in many parts of cities, so travelers can easily get on board without worrying about commuting to one station. On average, buses take 4h 22min to get from Houston to Dallas.

Houston to Dallas bus time: Daily Departures

Daily, there are about 23 scheduled bus rides from Houston to Dallas. This leaves over a hundred options weekly to choose from. Weekends are the busiest days, and they may schedule daily rides than the average weekdays. The earliest bus departs Houston at around 2:10 a.m., while the last bus leaves at around 6:10 p.m. Omio provides all daily schedules for travelers to get the most convenient options.

How long is the journey by bus from Houston to Dallas?

On average, buses take 4h 22min to get from Houston to Dallas. The fastest bus can take you from Houston to Dallas in 3h 55min. However, this is the average journey time for direct bus services. Journeys with stops can take up to 6h 10min with a few layovers along the journey.

What are the departure and arrival bus stations for Houston to Dallas buses?

Departure bus station: Buses leaving Houston for Dallas start their journey at either Downtown Greyhound Station, Harrisburg Greyhound Station, Harrisburg Senda Station, Milan St& Franklin St. Downtown Greyhound Station is located at 2121 Main St Houston, TX 77002. The station is a hub for Greyhound, Flixbus, and Tumerix buses. It features a bus ticketing office and operates 24 hours a day. Houston’s Bus Terminal at 2121 Main Street lies in downtown Houston, and it is a hub for Greyhound and Tornado Bus. Travelers can get to the station by bus from Dallas, Austin, New York, San Antonio, and Los Angeles. The station operates 24 hours a day, and it provides restrooms, a waiting area, and several food concessions. Travelers can find car rental agencies, parking lots, and gas stations near the bus station. Buses headed to Dallas from Houston also stop at 7011 Harrisburg Blvd and 2525 Southwest Fwy.

Arrival bus station:The arrival bus station for buses from Houston to Dallas is either Tornado Bus Station, Swiss Ave, Harry Hines Blvd, or Jefferson Blvd station in Dallas. These bus stops operate Greyhound, Flixbus, and Tornado buses. The bus stations operate 24 hours a day. Some provide a waiting area and restrooms. Travelers will find limited amenities at the stations like payphones, restrooms, and gas stations. Drivers can also find parking spaces near the stations.

Houston Statue. Source: Shutterstock

Which bus companies travel from Houston to Dallas?

Two bus companies provide bus rides from Houston to Dallas. Flixbus and Greyhound both provide direct services and connecting services between Dallas and Houston. Flixbus provides more buses than Greyhound. Omio provides all their schedules and prices for travelers to pick the best rides for them.

Greyhound buses from Houston to Dallas

Greyhound provides eight daily trips from Houston to Dallas. The first Greyhound bus. The earliest Greyhound bus departs Houston at 2:10 a.m. and arrives at 6:20 a.m. taking 4h 10min. the last Greyhound bus departs at 6:35 p.m. and arrives at Dallas at 10:45 p.m.

Flixbus buses from Houston to Dallas

Flixbus provides 14 daily bus rides from Houston to Dallas. The first Flixbus departs Houston at 7:10 a.m. and arrives at Dallas at 11:25 a.m. The last daily Flixbus departs Houston at 2:30 p.m. and arrives at Dallas at 6:45 p.m.

Buses from Houston to Dallas: Services on Board

Flixbus from Houston to Dallas only provides regular class seating. However, travelers can get reserved seating in various seat categories. Travers can choose between window or isle sears, table seats located on double-decker seats, panorama seats in front of the buses, or reserve free seats near travelers. Flixbus buses have two-two seating, so travelers won’t need to fight for an armrest. Buses come with comfortable reclining seats, ample legroom, power charging outlets, and free Wi-Fi for passengers' entertainment. Buses also provide onboard restrooms and luggage storage compartments. Buses come with cafes that provide low-cost snacks and drinks. Flixbus’ luggage policy restricts each passenger to one item of hand luggage and one travel bag. Hand luggage must be less than 16* 11*7 inches and less than 15 lbs. (7kg), while travel bags must be less than 32*20*12 inches and less than 44 lbs. (20kg). Luggage is stored in overhead racks or luggage compartments.

Flixbus only allows service animals on board. Greyhound provides two fare classes, including economy and economy Extra. Economy extra passengers can get refunds upon cancellation, priority boarding, and additional luggage allowance. Economy extra passengers are also entitled to complimentary snacks and beverages onboard. Greyhound buses feature a two-two seating arrangement so that all travelers get armrests. Buses come with an onboard restroom in case you need to relieve yourself during the journey. Buses provide AC power charging outlets at all seats. The luggage restriction on Greyhound buses is a maximum of two checked luggage under 50 lbs. (23kg) and 62 inches (157cm). Greyhound only allow service animals on board.

Dallas Bridge. Source: Shutterstock

How to find cheap bus tickets from Houston to Dallas

If you are looking for cheaper tickets, use the Omio Platform. Omio provides a list of all bus providers on the Houston-Dallas route with different schedules and prices so that travelers can choose the cheapest and most convenient bus. When it comes to cheaper tickets, consider booking in advance. Ticket providers often release tickets a few months before their travel dates, and the sooner you buy the ticket, the cheaper it costs. Flexibility is also key for finding cheaper tickets. When you are flexible with your travel dates, you might land a cheaper ticket deal. Travelers can get cheaper tickets if they buy their tickets during off-peak hours. During peak hours, several travelers buy tickets, and prices can get higher than during off-peak hours.

Finally, travelers should consider getting buses with layovers for cheaper train tickets. Buses with direct routes often charge more than routes with layovers. If time is not a factor for your journey, consider getting buses with stops.

To Dallas by bus-travel tips

Dallas is a well-rounded city in North Texas with high-quality museums and vibrant nightlife. It also boasts upscale restaurants and high culture, making it an ideal destination for any traveler. Travelers that want to soak in some history can tour The Sixth Floor Museum at Dealey Plaza. The museum is dedicated to remembering the assassination of President J.F. Kennedy with multimedia exhibits and guided tours.

Art and charm lovers will love a tour of the Dallas Museum of Art. It features over 20,000 works of art from Greece and Rome. Its exhibits highlight works of prominent artists and a rich collection of antique carpets, Impressionists paintings, and Chinese Porcelain. Nasha Sculpture Center is also ideal for art lovers as it boasts a jaw-dropping sculpture collection with pieces by Giacometti, Picasso, Matisse, and Richard Serra. Meadows Museum features artworks from the 900s in Impressionists landscapes, sculptures, sketches, images, and graphic art.

Nature and outdoor lovers will find plenty of destinations in Dallas ideal for them. In downtown Dallas, travelers can visit the Klyde Warren Park, which houses a botanical garden, a children's park, and a lawn fringed by a tree-lined pedestrian promenade. Visitors can enjoy a picnic, a stroll, or catch various games at the urban games area. Dallas Arboretum and Botanical Garden feature 19 gardens with vibrant seasonal beds of tulips, daffodils, azaleas, ferns, and mature trees.

Dallas Zoo is also an ideal destination for nature lovers as it features animal collections of giraffes, impala, ostriches, guinea fowls, cheetahs, warthogs, and zebras. Dallas World Aquarium houses an Orinoco Rainforest with river others, red howler monkeys, electric eels, and toucans. The aquarium also has ten main tanks with exhibits of angelfish, butterflyfish, moon jellyfish, and giant Japanese spider crabs.

Families will love a visit to Fair Park, which features green space, a Ferris wheel, and gondola rides. During September, the park houses the Texas State Fair, which attracts visitors from all over the globe.

Dallas houses the famous Reunion Tower, a 560-foot building with a geodesic ball perched at five cylindrical concrete poles. It features a revolving restaurant with 360-degree views over Dallas. The dining scene in Dallas features excellent spots and a wide variety of cuisine from each part of the globe. Korean Street Eats features street dishes of Kore like sweet and spicy cake skewers and toasts loaded with egg and avocado. Treat your taste buds to Zoli’s NY Pizza, popular for its thick-crusted cheesy pizzas or Cattleack Barbecue’s smoked meats and briskets.

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Popular bus stations from Houston, TX to Dallas, TX

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The major bus station for departures in Houston is Houston, Southwest Fwy (Shell). Find all the information you need to know about services, amenities and connections at Houston, Southwest Fwy (Shell) for your trip from Houston to Dallas.
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Houston, Harrisburg Blvd (Greyhound Bus Station)
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The major bus station for arrivals in Dallas is Dallas, Greyhound Bus Station. Find all the information you need to know about services, amenities and connections at Dallas, Greyhound Bus Station for your trip to Dallas from Houston.
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