- Must visit
Museum of Fine Arts, Houston
One of America’s top fine arts museums, spanning antiquity to modern works. A must for major collections, architecture, and rotating exhibitions.


Cheapest price
$124
Average price
$132
Fastest journey
12h 10m
Average duration
12h 25m
Buses per day
2
Distance
310 km
Omio recommends booking the bus as it is the most popular option from Lubbock, TX to Houston, TX among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the bus with prices starting from $123. For those with little time consider booking a flight which can get you there in 2h 3m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of $123, and a flight costs an average of $238.
Distance: 463 miles (746 km)
Most popular Bus | Flight | Driving |
|---|---|---|
$189 Average price Cheapest | $333 Average price | $104 Average price (fuel + tolls) |
12h 18m Average total duration 11h 48m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 5h 3m Average total duration Fastest 2h 3m Onboard + 3h 0m Additional time* | 7h 50m Average total duration (door-to-door) |
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This is compared to other travel options from Lubbock, TX to Houston, TX:
A bus is $144 (€119) less than a flight for this route with tickets for a flight from Lubbock, TX to Houston, TX costing on average $333 (€274).
Other travel options to Houston, TX take longer:
Bus takes on average 11h 48m.
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| Operator | Departure Time | Arrival Time | Duration | Departure days | Cheapest price |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 02:25AM | Arrival Time 05:55PM | Duration 15h30 | Departure days Mon, Tue, Wed, Thu, Sat, Sun | Cheapest price $112 |
Operator Greyhound | Departure Time 09:45AM | Arrival Time 10:25PM | Duration 12h40 | Departure days Everyday | Cheapest price $107 |
Operator Greyhound | Departure Time 10:40AM | Arrival Time 10:50PM | Duration 12h10 | Departure days Everyday | Cheapest price $113 |
The table below shows live departures for Lubbock, TX to Houston, TX 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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· | 9:45 AM Lubbock, Broadway St (Greyhound Bus Stop), TX | 12h40 | 10:25 PM Houston, Harrisburg Blvd (Greyhound Bus Station), TX | 1 transfer | |
· | 10:40 AM Lubbock, Broadway St (Greyhound Bus Stop), TX | 12h10 | 10:50 PM Houston, Harrisburg Blvd (Greyhound Bus Station), TX | 1 transfer | |
| Wednesday, July 15 | |||||
FlixBus+![]() | 2:25 AM Lubbock, Broadway St (Greyhound Bus Stop), TX | 15h30 | 5:55 PM Houston, Harrisburg Blvd (Greyhound Bus Station), TX | 1 transfer | |
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Buses from Lubbock, TX to Houston, TX run on average 2 times per day, taking around 11h 48m. Cheap bus tickets for this journey start at $123 (€102) if you book in advance.
The earliest bus runs at 02:00, the last at 19:50. The fastest bus covers the 463 miles (746 km) distance in 12h 20m.
Distance 463 miles (746 km) |
Average bus duration 11h 48m |
Cheapest ticket price $123 (€102) |
Buses per day 2 |
Fastest bus 12h 20m |
First bus 2:00 AM |
Last bus 7:50 PM |
Cheapest Month Aug |
Cheapest Day Sun |
High Season Oct - Dec |
Low Season Apr - Jun |
Best time to book 91 days |
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Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Lubbock, TX to Houston, 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 Houston, TX, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

Most Lubbock, TX to Houston, TX buses use the Lubbock, Broadway St (Greyhound Bus Stop) 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 Lubbock, 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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