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

The cheapest way to get from Friendswood to Austin is to drive which costs $30 - $50 and takes 3h 12m.

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

The fastest way to get from Friendswood to Austin is to fly which takes 2h 11m and costs $80 - $400.

Is there a direct bus between Friendswood and Austin?

No, there is no direct bus from Friendswood to Austin. However, there are services departing from Fuqua Park & Ride and arriving at Austin Doubletree University Area via Hyatt Regency Houston. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 4h 31m.

How far is it from Friendswood to Austin?

The distance between Friendswood and Austin is 171 miles. The road distance is 183.5 miles.

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

The best way to get from Friendswood to Austin without a car is to bus via Fuqua Park & Ride which takes 4h 31m and costs $140 - $180.

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

It takes approximately 2h 11m to get from Friendswood to Austin, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Friendswood to Austin bus from?

Friendswood to Austin bus services, operated by Vonlane, depart from Hyatt Regency Houston station.

Bus or fly from Friendswood to Austin?

The best way to get from Friendswood to Austin is to fly which takes 2h 11m and costs $80 - $400. Alternatively, you can bus via Fuqua Park & Ride, which costs $140 - $180 and takes 4h 31m.

Where does the Friendswood to Austin bus arrive?

Friendswood to Austin bus services, operated by Vonlane, arrive at Austin Doubletree University Area station.

Can I drive from Friendswood to Austin?

Yes, the driving distance between Friendswood to Austin is 184 miles. It takes approximately 3h 12m to drive from Friendswood to Austin.

Where can I stay near Austin?

There are 1650+ hotels available in Austin.

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best
1. Fly from William P. Hobby Airport (HOU) to Austin-Bergstrom International Airport (AUS)plane HOU - AUS
2h 11m
$84–397
Drive 182.4 mi
cheapest
1. Drive from Friendswood to Austincar 182.4 mi
3h 12m
$34–49
Bus via Fuqua Park & Ride
1. Take the bus from Hyatt Regency Houston to Austin Doubletree University Areabus Houston
4h 31m
$145–180
Bus (Flixbus)
1. Take the bus from Downtown Houston to Downtown Austinbus FlixBus 2270 / ...
5h 1m
$41–60
Bus #2
1. Take the bus from Houston, TX - 808 Jefferson St to Austin, TX - UT Austinbus Houston
7h 25m
$80–115

William P. Hobby Airport (HOU) to Austin-Bergstrom International Airport (AUS) flights

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Distance: 170 mi
Duration: 2h 11m

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

Southwest Airlines flies from William P. Hobby Airport (HOU) to Austin-Bergstrom International Airport (AUS) 4 times a day. Alternatively, Vonlane operates a bus from Hyatt Regency Houston to Austin Doubletree University Area every 4 hours. Tickets cost $127–147 and the journey takes 2h 45m.

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