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Dallas Museum Of Art
Major encyclopedic art museum in the downtown Arts District with strong collections spanning ancient to contemporary works.
Cheapest price
$23
Average price
$26
Fastest journey
1 h 40 m
Average duration
1 h 43 m
Buses per day
3
Distance
141 km
The best way to find a cheap bus ticket from Waco, TX to Dallas, TX is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Waco, TX to Dallas, TX will cost around $26 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only $23.
Of the 3 buses that leave Waco, TX for Dallas, TX on Sun, Jun 21, 3 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
On Sun, Jun 21 the direct buses cover the 141 km distance in an average of 1 h 43 m but if you time it right, some buses will get you there in just 1 h 40 m .
On Sun, Jun 21 the slowest buses will take 1 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 Waco, TX to Dallas, TX among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the bus with prices starting from $19. For those with little time consider booking a bus which can get you there in 2h 0m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of $19, and a train costs an average of $12.
Distance: 87 miles (141 km)
Most popular Bus | Train | Driving |
|---|---|---|
$26 Average price Cheapest | $32 Average price | $20 Average price (fuel + tolls) |
2h 30m Average total duration Fastest 2h 0m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 4h 6m Average total duration 3h 36m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 1h 26m Average total duration (door-to-door) |
Direct Options | Direct Options | Direct Options |
This is compared to other travel options from Waco, TX to Dallas, TX:
A bus is $6 (€5) less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Waco, TX to Dallas, TX costing on average $32 (€26).
Other travel options to Dallas, TX take longer:
Train takes on average 3h 36m.
You'll arrive about -1h -34m sooner (2h 0m by bus vs 1h 26m by car) and save roughly $-5.94 (€-4.86) compared to fuel and tolls ($26 (€21) vs $20 (€16)). 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, Infobus, FlixBus, Valley Transit, Omnibus Express.
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 Valley Transit | Departure Time 01:50AM | Arrival Time 03:35AM | Duration 1h45 | Departure days Mon, Tue, Wed, Thu, Fri, Sun | Cheapest price $25 |
Operator Valley Transit | Departure Time 02:50AM | Arrival Time 04:35AM | Duration 1h45 | Departure days Wed, Thu, Fri, Sun | Cheapest price $23 |
Operator Greyhound | Departure Time 03:40AM | Arrival Time 05:20AM | Duration 1h40 | Departure days Thu, Fri, Sun | Cheapest price $23 |
Operator Greyhound | Departure Time 09:45AM | Arrival Time 11:30AM | Duration 1h45 | Departure days Fri | Cheapest price $23 |
Operator Greyhound | Departure Time 10:35AM | Arrival Time 01:05PM | Duration 2h30 | Departure days Fri | Cheapest price $30 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 11:50AM | Arrival Time 01:20PM | Duration 1h30 | Departure days Fri | Cheapest price $29 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 01:55PM | Arrival Time 03:25PM | Duration 1h30 | Departure days Fri | Cheapest price $25 |
Operator Greyhound | Departure Time 02:05PM | Arrival Time 05:30PM | Duration 3h25 | Departure days Fri | Cheapest price $31 |
Operator Greyhound | Departure Time 03:50PM | Arrival Time 05:45PM | Duration 1h55 | Departure days Fri | Cheapest price $24 |
Operator Greyhound | Departure Time 04:25PM | Arrival Time 06:15PM | Duration 1h50 | Departure days Fri | Cheapest price $23 |
Operator Valley Transit | Departure Time 09:30PM | Arrival Time 11:15PM | Duration 1h45 | Departure days Fri | Cheapest price $22 |
Operator Greyhound | Departure Time 10:40PM | Arrival Time 12:20AM | Duration 1h40 | Departure days Fri | Cheapest price $23 |
The table below shows live departures for Waco, TX to Dallas, TX buses for today, Friday, June 19. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated bus journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
![]() | 3:50 PM Waco, Downtown Transit Terminal | 1h55 | 5:45 PM Dallas, Greyhound Bus Station, TX | 0 transfersDirect | |
![]() | 4:25 PM Waco, Downtown Transit Terminal | 1h50 | 6:15 PM Dallas, Greyhound Bus Station, TX | 0 transfersDirect | |
| Saturday, June 20 | |||||
![]() | 1:50 AM Waco, TX | 1h45 | 3:35 AM Dallas, TX | 0 transfersDirect | |
| Friday, June 19 | |||||
![]() | 9:30 PM Waco, Downtown Transit Terminal | 1h45 | 11:15 PM Dallas, Greyhound Bus Station, TX | 0 transfersDirect | |
| Saturday, June 20 | |||||
![]() | 2:50 AM Waco, TX | 1h45 | 4:35 AM Dallas, TX | 0 transfersDirect | |
![]() | 10:40 PM Waco, Downtown Transit Terminal | 1h40 | 12:20 AM Dallas, Greyhound Bus Station, TX | 0 transfersDirect | |
| Saturday, June 20 | |||||
![]() | 3:40 AM Waco, TX | 1h40 | 5:20 AM Dallas, TX | 0 transfersDirect | |
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Buses from Waco, TX to Dallas, TX run on average 10 times per day, taking around 2h 0m. Cheap bus tickets for this journey start at $19 (€16) but you can travel from only $12 (€10) by train.
There are 10 buses per day. The earliest bus runs at 06:45, the last at 22:40. The fastest bus covers the 87 miles (141 km) distance in 1h 40m.
Distance 87 miles (141 km) |
Average bus duration 2h 0m |
Cheapest ticket price $19 (€16) |
Buses per day 10 |
Direct buses 10 |
Fastest bus 1h 40m |
First bus 6:45 AM |
Last bus 10:40 PM |
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Major encyclopedic art museum in the downtown Arts District with strong collections spanning ancient to contemporary works.
Large science museum with interactive exhibits on dinosaurs, engineering, space, and Texas nature; especially popular with families.
Museum examining the life, legacy, and assassination of President John F. Kennedy from the former Texas School Book Depository.
Popular urban deck park linking downtown and Uptown, with lawns, events, skyline views, and strong local energy.
Walkable neighborhood known for independent boutiques, street art, and a lively local atmosphere.
Historic entertainment district famous for murals, nightlife, live music heritage, and highly shareable street scenes.
Slow-smoked beef brisket with a peppery bark, central to North Texas barbecue culture and a must-try in Dallas.
Massive smoked beef ribs are a Texas barbecue specialty, prized for rich flavor, tender meat, and dramatic presentation.
A Texas classic of breaded beef cutlet fried until crisp and usually served with cream gravy, common on Dallas comfort-food menus.
An established fine-dining destination at Rosewood Mansion on Turtle Creek, known for refined American cuisine and elegant service.
One of Dallas's best-known barbecue spots, famous for smoked brisket, beef ribs, and a lively, casual Deep Ellum atmosphere.
A long-running local favorite for classic Tex-Mex, especially enchiladas and brisket tacos, with a relaxed neighborhood feel.
Moderate by U.S. city standards. Hotels vary widely, while casual dining, coffee, and transport are fairly manageable for most travelers.
Tip 18-20% at restaurants; 20%+ for great service. Tip bartenders USD 1-2 per drink, taxis 10-15%, hotel staff USD 2-5, and round up for coffee if desired.
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