4.9
4.6The cheapest and fastest buses from Houston, TX to Mobile, AL
Cheapest price
$56
Average price
$68
Fastest journey
8 h 30 m
Average duration
9 h 20 m
Buses per day
8
Distance
711 km
The best way to find a cheap bus ticket from Houston, TX to Mobile, AL 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 Mobile, AL will cost around $68 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only $56.
Of the 8 buses that leave Houston, TX for Mobile, AL on Wed, Jul 15, 6 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
On Wed, Jul 15 the direct buses cover the 711 km distance in an average of 9 h 20 m but if you time it right, some buses will get you there in just 8 h 30 m .
On Wed, Jul 15 the slowest buses will take 10 h 45 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.
FlixBus10:50 PM8h40Houston, Gray St Parking (Bus Station), TX7:30 AMMobile, Govt EB at Greyhound Bus Station$561One-way0 transfers
6:35 PM8h30Houston, Harrisburg Blvd (Greyhound Bus Station), TX3:05 AMMobile, Govt EB at Greyhound Bus Station$641One-way0 transfers- 10:00 PM8h30Houston, Harrisburg Blvd (Greyhound Bus Station), TX6:30 AMMobile, Govt EB at Greyhound Bus Station$641One-way0 transfers
- 12:05 AM10h50Houston, Harrisburg Blvd (Greyhound Bus Station), TX10:55 AMMobile, Govt EB at Greyhound Bus Station$681One-way0 transfers
- FlixBus+2:10 PM12h55Houston, Gray St Parking (Bus Station), TX3:05 AMMobile, Govt EB at Greyhound Bus Station$691One-way1 transfer
- 6:35 PM8h30Houston, Harrisburg Blvd (Greyhound Bus Station), TX3:05 AMMobile, Govt EB at Greyhound Bus Station$641One-way0 transfers
- 10:00 PM8h30Houston, Harrisburg Blvd (Greyhound Bus Station), TX6:30 AMMobile, Govt EB at Greyhound Bus Station$641One-way0 transfers
- FlixBus10:50 PM8h40Houston, Gray St Parking (Bus Station), TX7:30 AMMobile, Govt EB at Greyhound Bus Station$561One-way0 transfers
- 1:05 PM10h15Houston, Harrisburg Blvd (Greyhound Bus Station), TX11:20 PMMobile, Govt EB at Greyhound Bus Station$731One-way0 transfers
- 5:00 AM10h45Houston, Harrisburg Blvd (Greyhound Bus Station), TX3:45 PMMobile, Govt EB at Greyhound Bus Station$701One-way0 transfers
Travel Information
Compare bus and flight for Houston, TX to Mobile, AL
Omio recommends booking the bus as it is the most popular option from Houston, TX to Mobile, AL among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the bus with prices starting from $61. For those with little time consider booking a flight which can get you there in 5h 18m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of $61, and a flight costs an average of $240.
Distance: 441 miles (711 km)
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Most popular Bus | Flight | Driving |
|---|---|---|
$72 Average price Cheapest | $283 Average price | $94 Average price (fuel + tolls) |
9h 29m Average total duration 8h 59m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 8h 18m Average total duration Fastest 5h 18m Onboard + 3h 0m Additional time* | 6h 40m Average total duration (door-to-door) |
Direct Options | Direct Options | Direct Options |
This is compared to other travel options from Houston, TX to Mobile, AL:
A bus is $212 (€174) less than a flight for this route with tickets for a flight from Houston, TX to Mobile, AL costing on average $283 (€234).
Other travel options to Mobile, AL take longer:
Bus takes on average 8h 59m.
Tickets start at around $72 (€59) compared to roughly $94 (€78) in fuel and tolls — a saving of about $23 (€19). The journey takes 8h 59m versus 6h 40m 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 Greyhound, FlixBus.
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.
Houston, TX to Mobile, AL Bus Timetables
| Operator | Departure Time | Arrival Time | Duration | Departure days | Cheapest price |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
Operator Greyhound | Departure Time 12:05AM | Arrival Time 10:55AM | Duration 10h50 | Departure days Everyday | Cheapest price $68 |
Operator Greyhound | Departure Time 05:00AM | Arrival Time 03:45PM | Duration 10h45 | Departure days Everyday | Cheapest price $70 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 09:00AM | Arrival Time 11:20PM | Duration 14h20 | Departure days Tue, Wed | Cheapest price $76 |
Operator Greyhound | Departure Time 01:05PM | Arrival Time 11:20PM | Duration 10h15 | Departure days Everyday | Cheapest price $73 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 01:30PM | Arrival Time 11:20PM | Duration 9h50 | Departure days Mon, Thu, Fri, Sat, Sun | Cheapest price $70 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 02:10PM | Arrival Time 03:05AM | Duration 12h55 | Departure days Wed, Thu, Fri, Sat, Sun | Cheapest price $66 |
Operator Greyhound | Departure Time 06:35PM | Arrival Time 03:05AM | Duration 8h30 | Departure days Everyday | Cheapest price $64 |
Operator Greyhound | Departure Time 10:00PM | Arrival Time 06:30AM | Duration 8h30 | Departure days Everyday | Cheapest price $64 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 10:50PM | Arrival Time 07:30AM | Duration 8h40 | Departure days Mon, Wed, Thu, Fri, Sat, Sun | Cheapest price $49 |
Live departures
Houston, TX to Mobile, AL bus times
The table below shows live departures for Houston, TX to Mobile, AL buses for today, Tuesday, July 14. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated bus journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
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| 1:05 PM Houston, Harrisburg Blvd (Greyhound Bus Station), TX | 10h15 | 11:20 PM Mobile, Govt EB at Greyhound Bus Station | 0 transfersDirect | |
| 6:35 PM Houston, Harrisburg Blvd (Greyhound Bus Station), TX | 8h30 | 3:05 AM Mobile, Govt EB at Greyhound Bus Station | 0 transfersDirect | |
| 10:00 PM Houston, Harrisburg Blvd (Greyhound Bus Station), TX | 8h30 | 6:30 AM Mobile, Govt EB at Greyhound Bus Station | 0 transfersDirect | |
| Wednesday, July 15 | |||||
| 12:05 AM Houston, Harrisburg Blvd (Greyhound Bus Station), TX | 10h50 | 10:55 AM Mobile, Govt EB at Greyhound Bus Station | 0 transfersDirect | |
| 5:00 AM Houston, Harrisburg Blvd (Greyhound Bus Station), TX | 10h45 | 3:45 PM Mobile, Govt EB at Greyhound Bus Station | 0 transfersDirect | |
| FlixBus+ | 9:00 AM Houston, Gray St Parking (Bus Station), TX | 14h20 | 11:20 PM Mobile, Govt EB at Greyhound Bus Station | 1 transfer | |
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Journey information
Overview: Bus from Houston, TX to Mobile, AL
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Buses from Houston, TX to Mobile, AL run on average 8 times per day, taking around 8h 59m. Cheap bus tickets for this journey start at $61 (€50) if you book in advance.
There are 5 buses per day. The earliest bus runs at 00:01, the last at 23:20. The fastest bus covers the 441 miles (711 km) distance in 8h 30m.
Distance 441 miles (711 km) |
Average bus duration 8h 59m |
Cheapest ticket price $61 (€50) |
Buses per day 8 |
Direct buses 5 |
Fastest bus 8h 30m |
First bus 12:01 AM |
Last bus 11:20 PM |
Cheapest Month Aug |
Cheapest Day Wed |
High Season Jul - Sep |
Low Season Oct - Dec |
Busiest Day Sat |
Least Busy Day Sat |
Best time to book 1 day |
Bus providers: Greyhound, FlixBus from Houston, TX to Mobile, ALYou can travel by bus between Houston, TX to Mobile, AL with Greyhound, FlixBus for as low as $61 (€50). When you search for schedules and tickets, Omio will show you the best journey
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FAQs: Bus from Houston, TX to Mobile, AL
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Houston, TX to Mobile, AL 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 Mobile, AL, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.
- Greyhound
- Assistance
- Priority seating
- Wheelchair-accessible buses.
- FlixBus
- Assistance
- Priority boarding
- Wheelchair-accessible buses.
- Greyhound
- You can cancel your ticket for a refund or exchange up to 24 hours before departure, for a cancellation fee applied.
- FlixBus
- You can cancel your ticket up to 15 minutes before departure and receive a voucher for future travel. Refund requests for delays over 120 minutes are possible.
- Greyhound
- One carry-on bag up to 25 lbs (11 kg) and one checked bag up to 50 lbs (23 kg).
- FlixBus
- One carry-on bag up to 7kg (42x30x18 cm) and one checked bag up to 20kg (80x50x30 cm).
- Greyhound
- $15 per additional bag.
- FlixBus
- Additional luggage can be purchased for a fee.
- FlixBus
- Small pets in carriers allowed
- guide dogs travel for free.
popular bus stations
Popular bus stations from Houston, TX to Mobile, AL
Most Houston, TX to Mobile, AL buses use the Houston, Harrisburg Blvd (Greyhound Bus Station) to Mobile, Govt EB at Greyhound Bus Station station pair. Use this guide to compare Houston, TX and Mobile, AL bus stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like bus station facilities and services.
Getting to Houston, Harrisburg Blvd (Greyhound Bus Station) from Houston city centre
Getting to Houston, Gray St Parking (Bus Station) from Houston city centre
Getting to Mobile, Govt EB at Greyhound Bus Station from Mobile city centre
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