What is the cheapest way to get from Austin to Fort Sam Houston?

The cheapest way to get from Austin to Fort Sam Houston is to bus via Downtown Austin which costs $13 - $22 and takes 2h 50m.

What is the fastest way to get from Austin to Fort Sam Houston?

The fastest way to get from Austin to Fort Sam Houston is to drive which takes 1h 16m and costs $13 - $20.

Is there a direct bus between Austin and Fort Sam Houston?

No, there is no direct bus from Austin to Fort Sam Houston. However, there are services departing from Austin Eastside Bus Plaza and arriving at Broadway & Pershing via Pecan & Navarro. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 1h 45m.

Is there a direct train between Austin and Fort Sam Houston?

No, there is no direct train from Austin to Fort Sam Houston station. However, there are services departing from Austin and arriving at San Antonio Station via . The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 3h 35m.

How far is it from Austin to Fort Sam Houston?

The distance between Austin and Fort Sam Houston is 82 miles. The road distance is 74.1 miles.

How do I travel from Austin to Fort Sam Houston without a car?

The best way to get from Austin to Fort Sam Houston without a car is to bus which takes 1h 45m and costs $13 - $25.

How long does it take to get from Austin to Fort Sam Houston?

It takes approximately 1h 45m to get from Austin to Fort Sam Houston, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Austin to Fort Sam Houston bus from?

Austin to Fort Sam Houston bus services, operated by Greyhound USA, depart from Austin Eastside Bus Plaza station.

Where do I catch the Austin to Fort Sam Houston train from?

Austin to Fort Sam Houston train services, operated by Amtrak, depart from Austin station.

Train or bus from Austin to Fort Sam Houston?

The best way to get from Austin to Fort Sam Houston is to bus which takes 1h 45m and costs $13 - $25. Alternatively, you can train, which costs $45 - $80 and takes 3h 35m.

Where does the Austin to Fort Sam Houston bus arrive?

Austin to Fort Sam Houston bus services, operated by Greyhound USA, arrive at San Antonio Bus Station.

Where does the Austin to Fort Sam Houston train arrive?

Austin to Fort Sam Houston train services, operated by Amtrak, arrive at San Antonio Station.

Can I drive from Austin to Fort Sam Houston?

Yes, the driving distance between Austin to Fort Sam Houston is 74 miles. It takes approximately 1h 16m to drive from Austin to Fort Sam Houston.

Where can I stay near Fort Sam Houston?

There are 1141+ hotels available in Fort Sam Houston.

Austin to Fort Sam Houston - 4 ways to travel via train, bus, and car

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There are 4 ways to get from Austin to Fort Sam Houston by bus (Greyhound, Flixbus), train (Amtrak), car, or bus (Flixbus)

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1. Take the bus from Austin Eastside Bus Plaza to San Antonio Bus Stationbus Greyhound US1160 / ...
1h 45m
$14–24
Train (Amtrak)
1. Take the train from Austin to San Antonio Stationtrain Texas Eagle
3h 35m
$46–76
Drive 73.7 mi
1. Drive from Austin to Fort Sam Houstoncar 73.7 mi
1h 16m
$14–20
Bus via Downtown Austin (Flixbus)
1. Take the bus from Downtown Austin to San Antonio Bus Stationbus FlixBus 2230
2h 50m
$14–21

Austin to Fort Sam Houston by bus

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Distance: 81.8 mi
Duration: 1h 45m

What companies run services between Austin, TX, USA and Fort Sam Houston, TX, USA?

Greyhound USA operates a bus from Austin Eastside Bus Plaza to San Antonio Bus Station every 4 hours. Tickets cost $12–23 and the journey takes 1h 30m. Flixbus USA also services this route 3 times a day. Alternatively, Amtrak operates a train from Austin to San Antonio Station once daily. Tickets cost $26–55 and the journey takes 3h 24m.

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