What is the cheapest way to get from Austin to DeSoto?

The cheapest way to get from Austin to DeSoto is to train which costs $22 - $60 and takes 7h 6m.

What is the fastest way to get from Austin to DeSoto?

The fastest way to get from Austin to DeSoto is to drive which takes 2h 53m and costs $30 - $50.

Is there a direct bus between Austin and DeSoto?

No, there is no direct bus from Austin to DeSoto. However, there are services departing from UT Austin - 21st/Whitis and arriving at Glenn Heights P & R via Wood @ Lamar - W - Ns. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 4h 23m.

How far is it from Austin to DeSoto?

The distance between Austin and DeSoto is 212 miles. The road distance is 184.3 miles.

How do I travel from Austin to DeSoto without a car?

The best way to get from Austin to DeSoto without a car is to bus which takes 4h 23m and costs $27 - $140.

How long does it take to get from Austin to DeSoto?

It takes approximately 4h 23m to get from Austin to DeSoto, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Austin to DeSoto bus from?

Austin to DeSoto bus services, operated by RedCoach, depart from UT Austin - 21st/Whitis station.

Train or bus from Austin to DeSoto?

The best way to get from Austin to DeSoto is to bus which takes 4h 23m and costs $27 - $140. Alternatively, you can train, which costs $22 - $60 and takes 7h 6m.

Where does the Austin to DeSoto bus arrive?

Austin to DeSoto bus services, operated by RedCoach, arrive at 593 S Lamar St Dallas station.

Can I drive from Austin to DeSoto?

Yes, the driving distance between Austin to DeSoto is 184 miles. It takes approximately 2h 53m to drive from Austin to DeSoto.

Where can I stay near DeSoto?

There are 798+ hotels available in DeSoto.

Austin to DeSoto - 6 ways to travel via train, bus, car, plane

There are 6 ways to get from Austin to DeSoto by bus, train (Amtrak), car, or plane

Select an option below to see step-by-step directions and to compare ticket prices and travel times in Rome2Rio's travel planner.

Bus
best
1. Take the bus from UT Austin - 21st/Whitis to 593 S Lamar St Dallasbus Austin / ...
4h 23m
$27–137
Train (Amtrak)
cheapest
1. Take the train from Austin to Dallastrain Texas Eagle
7h 6m
$22–56
Drive 183.3 mi
1. Drive from Austin to DeSotocar 183.3 mi
2h 53m
$34–49
Fly to Dallas, line 306 bus
1. Fly from Austin-Bergstrom International Airport (AUS) to Dallas (DAL)plane AUS - DAL
2. Take the bus from Griffin @ Main - S - Ns to Glenn Heights P & Rbus
4h 17m
$50–321
Bus via Austin
1. Take the bus from Austin to Dallasbus San Antonio / ...
4h 59m
$63–78
Fly to Dallas/Fort Worth International Airport, line 306 bus
1. Fly from Austin-Bergstrom International Airport (AUS) to Dallas/Fort Worth International Airport (DFW)plane AUS - DFW
2. Take the bus from Griffin @ Main - S - Ns to Glenn Heights P & Rbus
5h 19m
$127–468

Austin to DeSoto by bus

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4h 23mAverage Duration

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Distance: 211.1 mi
Duration: 4h 23m

What companies run services between Austin, TX, USA and DeSoto, TX, USA?

RedCoach operates a bus from UT Austin - 21st/Whitis to 593 S Lamar St Dallas 3 times a day. Tickets cost $24–140 and the journey takes 3h 10m. Alternatively, Amtrak operates a train from Austin to Dallas once daily. Tickets cost $19–55 and the journey takes 5h 54m.

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