- 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
$235
Average price
$308
Fastest journey
2 d 13 h
Average duration
2 d 13 h
Buses per day
2
Distance
2754 km
The best way to find a cheap bus ticket from Vancouver, WA 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 Vancouver, WA to Austin, TX will cost around $308 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only $235.
Of the 2 buses that leave Vancouver, WA for Austin, TX on Tue, Jun 16, 2 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
On Tue, Jun 16 the direct buses cover the 2754 km distance in an average of 2 d 13 h but if you time it right, some buses will get you there in just 2 d 13 h .
On Tue, Jun 16 the slowest buses will take 2 d 13 h 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 flight as it is the most popular option from Vancouver, WA to Austin, TX among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the flight with prices starting from $103. For those with little time consider booking a flight which can get you there in 7h 41m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a flight costs an average of $103, and a train costs an average of $350.
Distance: 1711 miles (2754 km)
| Bus | Most popular Flight | Train | Driving |
|---|---|---|---|
$279 Average price | $179 Average price Cheapest | $707 Average price | $419 Average price (fuel + tolls) |
60h 34m Average total duration 60h 4m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 10h 41m Average total duration Fastest 7h 41m Onboard + 3h 0m Additional time* | 66h 16m Average total duration 65h 46m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 31h 35m Average total duration (door-to-door) |
Direct Options | Direct Options | Direct Options | Direct Options |
This is compared to other travel options from Vancouver, WA to Austin, TX:
A flight is $100 (€81) less than a bus for this route with tickets for a bus from Vancouver, WA to Austin, TX costing on average $279 (€227).
A flight is $528 (€428) less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Vancouver, WA to Austin, TX costing on average $707 (€574).
Other travel options to Austin, TX take longer:
Bus takes on average 60h 4m.
Train takes on average 65h 46m.
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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 03:00AM | Arrival Time 04:00PM | Duration 61h00 | Departure days Mon, Tue | Cheapest price $152 |
Operator Greyhound | Departure Time 04:00AM | Arrival Time 01:55AM | Duration 69h55 | Departure days Tue, Sat, Sun | Cheapest price $157 |
Operator Greyhound | Departure Time 09:00AM | Arrival Time 04:00PM | Duration 55h00 | Departure days Tue, Wed, Thu | Cheapest price $164 |
Operator Greyhound | Departure Time 10:00AM | Arrival Time 11:15PM | Duration 61h15 | Departure days Thu | Cheapest price $608 |
The table below shows live departures for Vancouver, WA to Austin, TX buses for tomorrow, Monday, June 15. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated bus journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
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![]() | 3:00 AM Vancouver, WA | 61h00 | 4:00 PM Austin, TX | 0 transfersDirect | |
![]() | 4:00 AM Vancouver, WA | 61h00 | 5:00 PM Austin, TX | 0 transfersDirect | |
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Buses from Vancouver, WA to Austin, TX run on average 5 times per day, taking around 60h 4m. Cheap bus tickets for this journey start at $152 (€123) but you can travel from only $103 (€84) by flight.
The earliest bus runs at 09:24, the last at 23:45. The fastest bus covers the 1711 miles (2754 km) distance in 55h 0m.
Distance 1711 miles (2754 km) |
Average bus duration 60h 4m |
Cheapest ticket price $152 (€123) |
Buses per day 5 |
Fastest bus 55h 0m |
First bus 9:24 AM |
Last bus 11:45 PM |
Cheapest Month May |
Cheapest Day Fri |
High Season Jan - Mar |
Low Season Apr - Jun |
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Major university art museum with strong European, Latin American, and contemporary collections, plus Ellsworth Kelly’s Austin installation.
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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.
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Vancouver, WA to Austin, 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 Austin, TX, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

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