- Must visit
Blanton Museum of Art
Major university art museum with strong European, Latin American, and contemporary collections, plus Ellsworth Kelly’s Austin installation.
Cheapest price
$45
Average price
$49
Fastest journey
3 h 20 m
Average duration
3 h 25 m
Buses per day
5
Distance
322 km
The best way to find a cheap bus ticket from Plano, TX to Austin, TX is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Plano, TX to Austin, TX will cost around $49 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only $45.
Of the 5 buses that leave Plano, TX for Austin, TX on Sat, Jun 20, 5 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
On Sat, Jun 20 the direct buses cover the 322 km distance in an average of 3 h 25 m but if you time it right, some buses will get you there in just 3 h 20 m .
On Sat, Jun 20 the slowest buses will take 3 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.










Omio recommends booking the bus as it is the most popular option from Plano, TX to Austin, TX among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the train with prices starting from $20. For those with little time consider booking a flight which can get you there in 2h 12m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a train costs an average of $20, and a flight costs an average of $179.
Distance: 200 miles (322 km)
Most popular Bus | Train | Flight | Driving |
|---|---|---|---|
$45 Average price | $35 Average price Cheapest | $264 Average price | $47 Average price (fuel + tolls) |
4h 24m Average total duration 3h 54m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 7h 1m Average total duration 6h 31m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 5h 12m Average total duration Fastest 2h 12m Onboard + 3h 0m Additional time* | 3h 39m Average total duration (door-to-door) |
Direct Options | Direct Options | Direct Options | Direct Options |
This is compared to other travel options from Plano, TX to Austin, TX:
A train is $10 (€8) less than a bus for this route with tickets for a bus from Plano, TX to Austin, TX costing on average $45 (€36).
A train is $229 (€186) less than a flight for this route with tickets for a flight from Plano, TX to Austin, TX costing on average $264 (€214).
Other travel options to Austin, TX take longer:
Bus takes on average 3h 54m.
Train takes on average 6h 31m.
Tickets start at around $45 (€36) compared to roughly $47 (€38) in fuel and tolls — a saving of about $2 (€2). The journey takes 3h 54m versus 3h 39m 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 Pinkbus.
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.
| Operator | Departure Time | Arrival Time | Duration | Departure days | Cheapest price |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
Operator Greyhound | Departure Time 12:30AM | Arrival Time 04:05AM | Duration 3h35 | Departure days Thu | Cheapest price $47 |
Operator Greyhound | Departure Time 01:15AM | Arrival Time 04:35AM | Duration 3h20 | Departure days Thu | Cheapest price $51 |
Operator Greyhound | Departure Time 02:15AM | Arrival Time 05:35AM | Duration 3h20 | Departure days Sat, Sun | Cheapest price $39 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 02:30AM | Arrival Time 05:50AM | Duration 3h20 | Departure days Fri, Sat, Sun | Cheapest price $42 |
Operator Greyhound | Departure Time 04:55AM | Arrival Time 08:15AM | Duration 3h20 | Departure days Wed, Fri, Sat, Sun | Cheapest price $34 |
Operator Greyhound | Departure Time 05:55AM | Arrival Time 09:15AM | Duration 3h20 | Departure days Tue, Wed, Sat | Cheapest price $49 |
Operator Greyhound | Departure Time 06:45AM | Arrival Time 01:30PM | Duration 6h45 | Departure days Sun | Cheapest price $56 |
Operator Valley Transit | Departure Time 07:10AM | Arrival Time 11:00AM | Duration 3h50 | Departure days Sun | Cheapest price $48 |
Operator Greyhound | Departure Time 07:45AM | Arrival Time 11:15AM | Duration 3h30 | Departure days Sun | Cheapest price $41 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 10:15AM | Arrival Time 01:30PM | Duration 3h15 | Departure days Sun | Cheapest price $54 |
Operator Greyhound | Departure Time 11:45AM | Arrival Time 06:30PM | Duration 6h45 | Departure days Mon | Cheapest price $44 |
Operator Valley Transit | Departure Time 12:05PM | Arrival Time 04:25PM | Duration 4h20 | Departure days Sun | Cheapest price $51 |
Operator Greyhound | Departure Time 12:45PM | Arrival Time 04:15PM | Duration 3h30 | Departure days Wed | Cheapest price $35 |
Operator Valley Transit | Departure Time 01:10PM | Arrival Time 05:00PM | Duration 3h50 | Departure days Thu | Cheapest price $32 |
Operator Greyhound | Departure Time 01:15PM | Arrival Time 05:00PM | Duration 3h45 | Departure days Sun | Cheapest price $44 |
Operator Greyhound | Departure Time 01:45PM | Arrival Time 05:15PM | Duration 3h30 | Departure days Wed | Cheapest price $32 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 03:30PM | Arrival Time 07:35PM | Duration 4h05 | Departure days Sun | Cheapest price $52 |
Operator Greyhound | Departure Time 04:00PM | Arrival Time 10:05PM | Duration 6h05 | Departure days Sun | Cheapest price $80 |
Operator Valley Transit | Departure Time 04:30PM | Arrival Time 08:15PM | Duration 3h45 | Departure days Sun | Cheapest price $48 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 04:50PM | Arrival Time 09:30PM | Duration 4h40 | Departure days Sun | Cheapest price $50 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 05:20PM | Arrival Time 09:50PM | Duration 4h30 | Departure days Sun | Cheapest price $50 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 05:55PM | Arrival Time 09:30PM | Duration 3h35 | Departure days Sun | Cheapest price $50 |
Operator Greyhound | Departure Time 06:30PM | Arrival Time 10:05PM | Duration 3h35 | Departure days Sun | Cheapest price $43 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 07:00PM | Arrival Time 10:45PM | Duration 3h45 | Departure days Sun | Cheapest price $47 |
Operator Greyhound | Departure Time 08:15PM | Arrival Time 11:35PM | Duration 3h20 | Departure days Sun | Cheapest price $44 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 08:30PM | Arrival Time 12:15AM | Duration 3h45 | Departure days Sat | Cheapest price $43 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 09:30PM | Arrival Time 01:15AM | Duration 3h45 | Departure days Fri, Sat, Sun | Cheapest price $44 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 10:50PM | Arrival Time 03:30AM | Duration 4h40 | Departure days Mon, Tue, Thu | Cheapest price $31 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 10:55PM | Arrival Time 02:50AM | Duration 3h55 | Departure days Tue | Cheapest price $44 |
Operator Greyhound | Departure Time 11:55PM | Arrival Time 03:15AM | Duration 3h20 | Departure days Sun | Cheapest price $52 |
The table below shows live departures for Plano, TX to Austin, TX buses for today, Thursday, June 18. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated bus journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
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![]() | 4:55 AM Plano, TX | 3h20 | 8:15 AM Austin, TX | 0 transfersDirect | |
![]() | 1:10 PM Plano, TX | 3h50 | 5:00 PM Austin, TX | 0 transfersDirect | |
![]() | 10:50 PM Plano, TX | 4h40 | 3:30 AM Austin, TX | 0 transfersDirect | |
| Friday, June 19 | |||||
![]() | 2:15 AM Plano, TX | 3h20 | 5:35 AM Austin, TX | 0 transfersDirect | |
![]() | 2:30 AM Plano, TX | 3h20 | 5:50 AM Austin, TX | 0 transfersDirect | |
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Buses from Plano, TX to Austin, TX run on average 22 times per day, taking around 3h 54m. Cheap bus tickets for this journey start at $31 (€25) but you can travel from only $20 (€16) by train.
There are 21 buses per day. The earliest bus runs at 03:05, the last at 23:55. The fastest bus covers the 200 miles (322 km) distance in 3h 20m.
Distance 200 miles (322 km) |
Average bus duration 3h 54m |
Cheapest ticket price $31 (€25) |
Buses per day 22 |
Direct buses 21 |
Fastest bus 3h 20m |
First bus 3:05 AM |
Last bus 11:55 PM |
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Major university art museum with strong European, Latin American, and contemporary collections, plus Ellsworth Kelly’s Austin installation.
Flagship state history museum covering Texas culture, politics, and identity through large-scale exhibits and films.
Downtown contemporary art museum known for rotating exhibitions, modern programming, and a rooftop installation space.
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Large central park ideal for walking, relaxing, and festivals, with easy access to several of Austin’s top sights.
Popular urban trail with skyline views, bridges, and one of the city’s best everyday walking routes.
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Acclaimed upscale restaurant blending Japanese technique with local creativity, ideal for a refined dining experience.
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Moderate by U.S. standards. Food and coffee are reasonable, but hotels and nightlife can raise daily costs.
Tip 18-20% at restaurants; 20%+ for great service. Tip USD 1-2 per drink at bars, round up taxis, and tip hotel staff and delivery drivers.
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