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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
$57
Average price
$77
Fastest journey
3 h 10 m
Average duration
3 h 26 m
Buses per day
11
Distance
305 km
The best way to find a cheap bus ticket from Houston, 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 Houston, TX to San Antonio, TX will cost around $77 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only $57.
Of the 11 buses that leave Houston, TX for San Antonio, TX on Fri, Jul 03, 8 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
On Fri, Jul 03 the direct buses cover the 305 km distance in an average of 3 h 26 m but if you time it right, some buses will get you there in just 3 h 10 m .
On Fri, Jul 03 the slowest buses will take 3 h 35 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 Houston, TX to San Antonio, TX among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the bus with prices starting from $27. For those with little time consider booking a flight which can get you there in 2h 11m. In case you are seeking to minimise your carbon footprint the train is your best bet as it emits only 0.1 - 0.3kg. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of $27, and a flight costs an average of $159.
Distance: 189 miles (305 km)
Most popular Bus | Train | Flight | Driving |
|---|---|---|---|
$46 Average price Cheapest | $58 Average price | $340 Average price | $41 Average price (fuel + tolls) |
4h 15m Average total duration 3h 45m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 5h 38m Average total duration 5h 8m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 5h 11m Average total duration Fastest 2h 11m Onboard + 3h 0m Additional time* | 2h 53m Average total duration (door-to-door) |
0.3 - 0.8kg CO2 emissions | 0.1 - 0.3kg CO2 emissions Lowest | 0.9 - 1.8kg CO2 emissions | - CO2 emissions |
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Direct Options | Direct Options | Direct Options | Direct Options |
Additional time: Average total travel duration to departure point, security checks and transfers.
This is compared to other travel options from Houston, TX to San Antonio, TX:
A bus is $13 (€10) less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Houston, TX to San Antonio, TX costing on average $58 (€48).
A bus is $295 (€243) less than a flight for this route with tickets for a flight from Houston, TX to San Antonio, TX costing on average $340 (€280).
Other travel options to San Antonio, TX take longer:
Bus takes on average 3h 45m.
Train takes on average 5h 8m.
You'll arrive about -1h -52m sooner (3h 45m by bus vs 2h 53m by car) and save roughly $-4.90 (€-4.04) compared to fuel and tolls ($46 (€38) vs $41 (€34)). 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, FlixBus, Valley Transit, Pinkbus, Infobus, RedCoach.
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 02:00AM | Arrival Time 05:25AM | Duration 3h25 | Departure days Everyday | Cheapest price $45 |
Operator Valley Transit | Departure Time 06:00AM | Arrival Time 10:20AM | Duration 4h20 | Departure days Everyday | Cheapest price $32 |
Operator Valley Transit | Departure Time 06:35AM | Arrival Time 10:20AM | Duration 3h45 | Departure days Everyday | Cheapest price $32 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 07:00AM | Arrival Time 12:55PM | Duration 5h55 | Departure days Wed, Thu, Fri, Sat, Sun | Cheapest price $53 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 09:00AM | Arrival Time 03:20PM | Duration 6h20 | Departure days Thu | Cheapest price $93 |
Operator Pinkbus | Departure Time 09:30AM | Arrival Time 01:05PM | Duration 3h35 | Departure days Everyday | Cheapest price $43 |
Operator Greyhound | Departure Time 11:55AM | Arrival Time 03:20PM | Duration 3h25 | Departure days Everyday | Cheapest price $32 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 12:30PM | Arrival Time 06:10PM | Duration 5h40 | Departure days Fri, Sun | Cheapest price $58 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 02:25PM | Arrival Time 07:05PM | Duration 4h40 | Departure days Mon, Thu, Fri, Sat, Sun | Cheapest price $64 |
Operator Greyhound | Departure Time 02:30PM | Arrival Time 06:05PM | Duration 3h35 | Departure days Everyday | Cheapest price $32 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 05:15PM | Arrival Time 10:05PM | Duration 4h50 | Departure days Mon, Thu, Sat | Cheapest price $64 |
Operator Greyhound | Departure Time 05:25PM | Arrival Time 09:25PM | Duration 4h00 | Departure days Everyday | Cheapest price $32 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 07:35PM | Arrival Time 10:45PM | Duration 3h10 | Departure days Mon, Tue, Fri, Sat, Sun | Cheapest price $34 |
The table below shows live departures for Houston, TX to San Antonio, TX buses for today, Thursday, July 2. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated bus journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
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![]() | 2:00 AM Houston, Harrisburg Blvd (Greyhound Bus Station), TX | 3h25 | 5:25 AM San Antonio, N St Mary's St (Greyhound), TX | 0 transfersDirect | |
![]() | 6:00 AM Houston, Harrisburg Blvd (Greyhound Bus Station), TX | 4h20 | 10:20 AM San Antonio, N St Mary's St (Greyhound), TX | 0 transfersDirect | |
![]() | 6:35 AM Houston, Southwest Fwy (Chevron), TX | 3h45 | 10:20 AM San Antonio, N St Mary's St (Greyhound), TX | 0 transfersDirect | |
FlixBus+![]() | 7:00 AM Houston, Gray St Parking (Bus Station), TX | 5h55 | 12:55 PM San Antonio, N St Mary's St (Greyhound), TX | 1 transfer | |
FlixBus+![]() | 9:00 AM Houston, Gray St Parking (Bus Station), TX | 6h20 | 3:20 PM San Antonio, N St Mary's St (Greyhound), TX | 1 transfer | |
![]() | 9:30 AM Houston - Downtown, Polk St., TX | 3h35 | 1:05 PM San Antonio, TX | 0 transfersDirect | |
![]() | 11:55 AM Houston, Harrisburg Blvd (Greyhound Bus Station), TX | 3h25 | 3:20 PM San Antonio, N St Mary's St (Greyhound), TX | 0 transfersDirect | |
FlixBus+![]() | 2:25 PM Houston, Gray St Parking (Bus Station), TX | 4h40 | 7:05 PM San Antonio, N St Mary's St (Greyhound), TX | 1 transfer | |
![]() | 2:30 PM Houston, Harrisburg Blvd (Greyhound Bus Station), TX | 3h35 | 6:05 PM San Antonio, N St Mary's St (Greyhound), TX | 0 transfersDirect | |
FlixBus+![]() | 5:15 PM Houston, Gray St Parking (Bus Station), TX | 4h50 | 10:05 PM San Antonio, N St Mary's St (Greyhound), TX | 1 transfer | |
![]() | 5:25 PM Houston, Harrisburg Blvd (Greyhound Bus Station), TX | 4h00 | 9:25 PM San Antonio, N St Mary's St (Greyhound), TX | 0 transfersDirect | |
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Buses from Houston, TX to San Antonio, TX run on average 12 times per day, taking around 3h 45m. Cheap bus tickets for this journey start at $27 (€22) if you book in advance.
There are 8 buses per day. The earliest bus runs at 00:05, the last at 19:50. The fastest bus covers the 189 miles (305 km) distance in 3h 10m.
Distance 189 miles (305 km) |
Average bus duration 3h 45m |
Cheapest ticket price $27 (€22) |
Buses per day 12 |
Direct buses 8 |
Fastest bus 3h 10m |
First bus 12:05 AM |
Last bus 7:50 PM |
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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 Houston, TX to San Antonio, TX buses use the Houston, Harrisburg Blvd (Greyhound Bus Station) to San Antonio, N St Mary's St (Greyhound) station pair, with some services arriving at San Antonio. Use this guide to compare Houston, 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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