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Buses to Austin start at just $8.48, depending on your starting location. To secure the most budget-friendly options, ensure you book early and consider traveling on weekdays and during off-peak hours for the cheapest deals!
The best way to buy bus tickets to Austin is through the Greyhound website or the free Greyhound app. With just a few clicks, you can easily book your bus trip and choose your preferred seating. You can pay for your bus to Austin using a variety of payment methods, including debit and credit cards. For more information on payment methods, please visit the payment methods page. Looking for a cheap ticket to Austin? Make sure to book in advance and consider traveling during weekdays and peak-off times to get the best deals!
Onboard services available on Greyhound buses to Austin include free Wi-Fi for all passengers, personal power outlets near every seat, reclining leather seats with footrests, extra legroom, overhead storage, an on-board restroom, and eco-friendly technology to reduce impact on the environment.
You can use your Greyhound bus ticket to Austin by either presenting the PDF with a QR code when booked online or by accessing it directly in the app if purchased within the app. Simply show your ticket to the bus driver at boarding and they will scan it to validate your travel.
With Greyhound and FlixBus, you can easily reach 32 destinations from Austin, including Houston, Dallas, San Antonio.
Not sure about where to catch the bus in Austin? Don't worry, Greyhound has got you covered. We've listed all the stops in Austin on the map on this page.
Yes, you can track your bus to Austin using the Greyhound app or by visiting the bus tracker. This will give you real-time information on the location and status of your bus.
Going to Austin by bus is easy with Greyhound, with 32 different rides to choose from. You can check the bus schedule once you select your departure city, destination city, and desired trip date.
Yes, you can reserve your preferred seat on most of the buses to Austin. All customers will be assigned a seat, but you have the option to choose your preferred one. If available, you’ll see the option when you add the passenger name to your booking. If you’d like to choose your seat, a small fee will be charged and will vary based on the route you are taking. Please visit our guide on seat reservations for more information.
When traveling by bus to Austin with Greyhound, you are allowed to bring one carry-on bag with you (maximum 25 lbs, 16x12x7 inches). The first bag that you store under the bus is free, and if you have a Flexible fare, the second bag stored under the bus is also free. For more information about our luggage policies and how to book extra baggage, please visit our dedicated baggage page.
Greyhound buses are equipped with wheelchair lifts to assist passengers using wheelchairs or mobility scooters. Each bus has space for two passengers with these devices. It's recommended to book your bus ticket to Austin in advance to ensure a spot. If you'd like to transfer to a regular seat, our drivers will stow your device for you. Service animals are also welcome on board our buses. For further details on accessibility and service animal policies, please check this link.

Bus to Austin: Stops, Routes & Local Tips

Heading to the live music capital of the world? A bus to Austin gets you straight to the Texas state capital without paying airport rates or fighting traffic in your own car. Greyhound stops in Austin include Downtown Austin (9th St), Austin (ABI Airport), and Austin South Congress, so you can land close to wherever you're heading. Pick your stop, pick your time, book your seat using the search on this page.

Where Greyhound stops in Austin

Austin transit runs on CapMetro: MetroBus across the city, MetroRapid on busy corridors (the 801 down South Congress, the 803 up North Lamar/Burnet), MetroExpress to commuter park-and-rides, and the MetroRail Red Line connecting Downtown to Leander. Pay with the Umo app, a reloadable CapMetro fare card, or contactless tap-to-pay (Apple Pay, Google Pay, contactless credit/debit). Whichever Greyhound stop you book into, you're on the network in a few minutes.

Downtown Austin (9th St) sits on the Downtown / East Sixth Street edge, close to the Texas State Capitol and the Sixth Street nightlife corridor. CapMetro local buses, MetroRapid and the MetroRail Red Line at Plaza Saltillo all run from here. Tap-to-pay with the Umo app, contactless cards, or a reloadable CapMetro card.

Austin (ABI Airport) is near Austin-Bergstrom International Airport, southeast of central Austin. CapMetro Route 20 connects the airport to Downtown, and rideshare and airport shuttles are easy from the curb. Heads-up: this Greyhound stop is near the airport, not inside the terminal, so leave 15-20 minutes for the walk or transfer if you're catching a flight.

Austin South Congress is in South Austin near the South Congress (SoCo) corridor, with vintage shops, food trailers and live music venues. The CapMetro Route 1 / 801 MetroRapid runs along South Congress to Downtown.

What's on the bus to Austin

Free Wi-Fi. Power outlets at every seat. Reclining seats with extra legroom. Restroom on board. Your seat is sorted when you book, so there's no scramble at the curb. Want to pick a specific seat? Reserved seat selection is available as a paid add-on at booking. Pack a snack, charge your laptop, and let someone else handle the road. Standard Greyhound luggage allowance applies - check the latest at the Greyhound baggage policy page if you're packing heavy.

Best time to visit Austin

Austin runs hot summers and mild winters, with long warm shoulder seasons that are usually the sweet spot. Spring is wildflower season - the bluebonnets that line the Hill Country roads from late March into April are reason enough to go on their own. Fall brings ACL Festival weather in the 70s F across October, plus the city's outdoor patio season at full tilt. Late spring and early fall are typically the most comfortable months for walking the trails and packing in patio time.

Summer (July through early September) gets seriously hot, with frequent triple-digit highs. Locals retreat into Barton Springs Pool, Hamilton Pool, the Greenbelt swimming holes, or air-conditioned music venues. Winter is mild but variable - 70 F days happen in January, alongside the occasional cold snap. South by Southwest in March pulls a global crowd, and the city's biggest festivals run from then into October, so book ahead during festival weeks.

Top things to do in Austin

Austin's anchors mix politics, music, food, water and a famous nightly bat show.

  • Texas State Capitol is the pink granite dome at the north end of Downtown - it's actually taller than the US Capitol. Free self-guided tours.
  • Lady Bird Lake and the Ann and Roy Butler Hike-and-Bike Trail is the city's signature 10-mile loop around the urban reservoir, popular with runners, paddlers and people getting in their steps before tacos.
  • South Congress Avenue (SoCo) has boutiques, food trucks, and one of the best uphill skyline views in the city. The Austin South Congress Greyhound stop is right in this corridor.
  • Zilker Metropolitan Park and Barton Springs Pool is a 350-acre park with the year-round 68 F spring-fed swimming pool. Bring a towel.
  • Congress Avenue Bridge bat colony is the largest urban bat colony in the world. It emerges nightly from spring through fall over Lady Bird Lake - sunset on the bridge or a kayak below it both work.
  • The Bullock Texas State History Museum sits next to the Capitol and walks you through the state's history with three floors of exhibits, including the salvaged hull of La Belle (a 1686 French shipwreck).
  • The LBJ Presidential Library on the UT campus covers the Johnson presidency and the civil rights era, with a notable Oval Office replica and 45 million archived pages of LBJ-era documents.
  • Sixth Street and Rainey Street are two of the city's main night-out corridors - Sixth Street for live music dives, Rainey Street for converted-bungalow bars and food trucks near Lady Bird Lake.

Neighborhoods to explore

South Congress (SoCo) is a quirky walkable strip south of Lady Bird Lake with vintage shops, the Continental Club, food trailers and the 'I Love You So Much' mural. East Austin covers the historically Black and Latino east-of-I-35 neighborhoods with food halls, taco trailers, mural art and live music dives. Rainey Street is a former bungalow row downtown that's now a tightly packed strip of converted-house bars, food trucks and condo towers near Lady Bird Lake. Hyde Park north of the UT campus is one of Austin's oldest neighborhoods - tree-lined streets, Victorian and Craftsman houses, neighborhood coffee shops and Quack's bakery.

Eat like a local in Austin

Austin food culture comes down to three pillars. Central Texas brisket BBQ is post-oak-smoked brisket with a black peppery bark, served on butcher paper with white bread and pickles - Franklin Barbecue, La Barbecue and Valentina's are anchor names. Heads-up: Franklin's lines run hours long; weekday late mornings give you the best shot. Breakfast tacos are eggs, potatoes, bacon, chorizo or beans on a flour or corn tortilla, sold from trailers and taquerias citywide as a daily ritual - Joe's Bakery, Tacodeli, Veracruz All Natural and Juan in a Million are local touchstones. Tex-Mex covers queso, enchiladas, and the Bob Armstrong Dip popularized at Matt's El Rancho.

Major events in Austin

  • South by Southwest (SXSW) runs in mid-March across Downtown venues, with music, film, tech and culture programming pulling a global crowd.
  • Austin City Limits Music Festival (ACL) runs across two October weekends at Zilker Park.
  • Formula 1 United States Grand Prix takes place in late October at Circuit of the Americas (COTA) southeast of the city.
  • Trail of Lights lights up Zilker Park through December, with the second-largest live oak tree in Texas at the centre.

Booking early typically gets you the best fare and the most stop choices, so plan ahead during festival weeks.

Local quirks worth a heads-up

'Keep Austin Weird' caught on through local independent bookstore Book People in the early 2000s and stuck as the unofficial city motto. Austin punches well above its weight on music venues per capita, so the live-music-capital tag isn't marketing - it's math. The Congress Avenue Bridge hosts roughly 1.5 million Mexican free-tailed bats from March through early November (the largest urban bat colony in the world). And the city's pickup-truck-meets-tech-bro vibe is real - you'll see boots and hoodies in the same Whole Foods checkout line.

Book your bus tickets to Austin

Greyhound connects Austin to Dallas, San Antonio, Houston, El Paso, New Orleans and dozens of smaller stops a single train can't reach. Booking early typically gets you the best fare. Pick your stop, pick your time, and grab your seat using the search on this page. The Greyhound app keeps your ticket, schedule and stop info on your phone for the day of travel.

Planning Your Greyhound Bus Trip to Austin?

You're in the right place! Get all the details you need to arrange your bus journey to Austin! There are 4 bus stops in Austin. You can board the Greyhound at Austin (ABI Airport), Austin Eastside Bus Plaza, Austin South Congress, Downtown Austin (9th St). You can easily find the location of the stop(s) on the map available on this page. Traveling to or departing from Austin can cost you as little as $8.48. If you're on the hunt for a cheap ticket to Austin, remember to book early. Traveling on weekdays or during non-peak hours can also lead you to some of the most budget-friendly fares available! With 32 destinations linked to Austin, Greyhound provides you with multiple options for planning your bus trip.

Why travel to Austin with Greyhound

When you choose Greyhound, you're promised a comfy seat and free Wi-Fi throughout your journey. Stay connected and entertained while we safely drive you to your destination! Enjoy a comfy bus trip to Austin with our onboard facilities like free Wi-Fi and power outlets. Choose your favorite seat while booking and travel with peace of mind rest easy knowing your ticket covers one carry-on and one checked bag.

How to book your bus ticket to Austin

Booking a ticket with Greyhound is a breeze: on this website or on the free Greyhound App, you can complete your booking in a few clicks. When purchasing your ticket to Austin online, you can choose between different secured online payment methods, such as credit and debit cards. Alternatively, you can pay in cash at a sales point.