How do I get from Waco to Austin without a car?

Taking the bus is the best way to travel to Austin without a car. Traveling by bus offers a budget-friendly, secure, and easy way to go between the two cities. Alternatively, you can also use carpooling services.

How long is the bus trip from Waco to Austin?

The travel time from Waco to Austin is about 1h 40m, although the fastest bus will take 1h 20m, on average. This is the time it takes to travel the 96 miles (154 km) that separate the two cities.

How far is Waco from Austin?

The distance separating Waco and Austin is 96 miles (154 km).

What are the departure and arrival stations when taking the bus from Waco to Austin?

Most of the buses traveling from Waco to Austin leave from Tornado Bus Station and arrive at Greyhound Station. These are the most popular pick-up and drop-off locations on this route, but you can find others that could fit better into your travel plans.

What is the cheapest way to travel from Waco to Austin?

You can save a lot of money on your trip from Waco to Austin by choosing to travel by bus. The lowest price for the bus on this route is $28.

How much does a bus ticket from Waco to Austin cost?

You can expect to pay around $64 for a bus ticket. Over the last 30 days, the prices ranged between $28 and $64, so make sure to compare them to get the best option.

Can you do a day trip from Waco to Austin?

Yes, a day trip from Waco to Austin is definitely doable. The total time it takes to make a round-trip between Waco and Austin is about 2h 40m. This allows for plenty of time to explore the sights in Austin before returning to Waco in the evening.

Waco to Austin (TX), US Bus Tickets

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from $23

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This trip is recommended because it is: Cheapest
Departure time: April 27 at 8:10pm
Departure city: Waco
Departure location: WACO, TX
Arrival time: April 27 at 10:00pm
Destination city: Austin
Destination location: Austin Eastside Bus Plaza
Operated by: Greyhound Lines Mexico
Vehicle: BusDuration: 1h 50m
This trip is recommended because it is: Fastest
Departure time: April 27 at 10:05pm
Departure city: Waco
Departure location: Tornado Bus Station
Arrival time: April 27 at 11:25pm
Destination city: Austin
Destination location: Austin, (TX - TBC Austin)
Operated by: Tornado Bus
Vehicle: BusDuration: 1h 20m
Departure time: April 27 at 9:15am
Departure city: Waco
Departure location: WACO, TX
Arrival time: April 27 at 11:00am
Destination city: Austin
Destination location: Austin Eastside Bus Plaza
Operated by: Valley Transit Co., Inc.
Vehicle: BusDuration: 1h 45m
Departure time: April 27 at 10:00am
Departure city: Waco
Departure location: WACO, TX
Arrival time: April 27 at 1:25pm
Destination city: Austin
Destination location: Austin Eastside Bus Plaza
Operated by: Greyhound Lines, Inc.
Vehicle: BusDuration: 3h 25m
Departure time: April 27 at 3:00pm
Departure city: Waco
Departure location: WACO, TX
Arrival time: April 27 at 4:55pm
Destination city: Austin
Destination location: Austin Eastside Bus Plaza
Operated by: Greyhound Lines Mexico
Vehicle: BusDuration: 1h 55m

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Bus Waco to Austin: Trip Overview

Average ticket price$64

Average bus trip duration1h 40m

Number of daily buses16

Earliest bus departure9:00am

Distance98 miles (158 km)

Latest bus departure10:05pm

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Tornado Bus

3/5125 reviews

Timeliness0

Wifi0

A Texas-based company, Tornado Bus operates throughout the United States, with routes connecting major cities, including Houston, San Antonio and El Paso. Each day,10 buses leave from their terminals to destinations across the continent. Their buses are equipped with free Wi-Fi, air conditioning, bathrooms, power outlets and a comfortable amount of legroom. With prices as low as $64.00 for a short ride, Tornado offers options for budget travelers, without compromising comfort. and those looking for a little luxury. The company requires printed tickets for boarding and their tickets are non-refundable, but you can exchange them up to two hours before travel time for a fee. With a friendly staff and multiple routes, traveling with Tornado is a convenient way to get around.

Tornado Bus Waco Austin recent customer reviews

Bus was over an hour late to arrive, and no warning of this was given prior to my terminal arrival (either via email or phone).

Brett M.

March 17, 2018

Greyhound

3.5/586,943 reviews

Staff3.6

Timeliness2.8

Cleanliness3.3

Wifi2.3

Greyhound Lines offers the most comprehensive intercity bus services in the United States. They operate a modern, environmentally friendly fleet that serves more than 2400 destinations and carries nearly 16 million passengers annually. When traveling with them, you can expect free WiFi, onboard entertainment, bathrooms, power outlets and decent legroom. One of the great perks of Greyhound is that they connect big cities and smaller towns in the US, where you usually can't get to by train or plane. If you're looking for safe and affordable transportation, Greyhound is a great choice.

Greyhound Waco Austin recent customer reviews

The staff was unclear on when the bus was coming and when it would arrive at the destination.

Ryan F.

December 30, 2019

Really disappointed with Greyhound's service. I won't allow my daughter to ever book a ride with the company moving forward.

Darren G.

March 15, 2017

It’s pretty good, neat and fast. It’s efficient

Osakpolo I.

September 19, 2022

Valley Transit

3.5/520 reviews

Staff4.4

Timeliness4.3

Cleanliness4

Wifi2.8

FlixBus

3.5/58,390 reviews

Staff4.1

Timeliness4

Cleanliness4.1

Wifi2.6

Flixbus is a European bus operator that offers intercity and bus travel in over 38 countries. Known for their easy-to-spot lime green buses and for offering affordable transportation between cities in Europe and the Americas, Flixbus is a good option for those looking for an affordable, reliable bus company. In their buses, you'll find free WiFi, bathrooms, and power outlets. You can also pay extra to choose your seat and get extra legroom, or even buy a snack or drink onboard directly from the driver. You can reschedule your ticket for a small fee, which varies from $1 to $5, depending on how close you are to the departure date.

Turimex Internacional

3/5649 reviews

Staff4.1

Timeliness2

Cleanliness3.7

Wifi2.8

Based on 649 reviews, the company was rated 3 stars on Busbud. Travelers were especially satisfied with the ticket access and the temperature but often complained with the timeliness. Turimex Internacional ticket prices on this trip start at $28.00

Turimex Waco Austin recent customer reviews

Staff was friendly. Only complaint I have is we had an ETA, I asked if there would be any stops and was told no. Then we stopped 30 minutes into the trip at a convenience store and that caused us to be late by about 30 min. My teenage son had to wait 30 extra minutes because we stopped. Just need to be more specific about stops, etc. ETA's can be critical and this one was. We missed an appointment we had due to this.

Willard T.

September 15, 2018

They said to show up an hour before departure there was no bus there and the building was closed, so I left and showed up 20 minutes before departure and the bus had apparently already left.

Kelly C.

February 19, 2018

Hard to find and the language on both ticket and phone are spanish. We could not understand it

Yi-fei C.

April 15, 2017

US bus companies: FlixBus, Greyhound, Los Limousines, Tornado Bus, Valley Transit, New York Trailways, Wanda Coach

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Where are the popular stops in Waco and Austin?

Stops in Waco

A - Tornado Bus Station

B - Taquerias Arandas

C - Downtown Transit Terminal, 301 S 8th street

D - Bellmead

Stops in Austin

A - Greyhound Station

B - Airport Blvd

C - Brazos St

D - Ben White Bd & I-35

Frequently asked questions for your trip Waco - Austin

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Price is for a one-way ticket for one passenger and based on past searches.

Best price found

04/22

$28

04/23

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$21

04/25

$24

04/26

$21

04/27

$23

04/28

$22

04/29

$21

The cheapest trip from Waco to Austin was searched and found on Apr 24, 2025 with a price of $21

To save money and be sure you have the best seat, it's a good idea to buy your bus tickets from Waco to Austin, as early as possible.

You can expect to pay from $21 to $60 for a bus ticket from Waco to Austin based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at $21 which is on 2025-04-26.

Usually Tornado Bus will charge you higher prices for tickets closer to the departure date. To find the best prices, you should be flexible on your date of travel.

About Bus Travel

Bus Travel Tips

Make friends with the driver. They usually know a lot about your destination and may even recommend which side of the bus to sit on to get the best views on the road between Waco and Austin!

Much more than a mere vehicle taking you from Waco to Austin, riding the bus will expose you to some of the most stunning panoramas while enroute to your final bus stop.

Buses have one of the smallest carbon footprints of motorized transport modes. A bus going from Waco to Austin will emit less CO2 than a car or an airplane.

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Did you know?

Did you know there are on average 4,400 intercity bus departures every day in the US only? This number has been growing for 9 years in a row, yay!

The word 'bus' is an abbreviation of 'omnibus" which means 'for all' in Latin as buses were meant to be transportation for everybody.

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