What is the cheapest way to get from Houston to Opelousas?

The cheapest way to get from Houston to Opelousas is to drive which costs $40 - $60 and takes 4h 1m.

What is the fastest way to get from Houston to Opelousas?

The fastest way to get from Houston to Opelousas is to line 102 bus and fly and taxi which takes 3h 33m and costs $45 - $280.

How far is it from Houston to Opelousas?

The distance between Houston and Opelousas is 237 miles. The road distance is 222.8 miles.

How do I travel from Houston to Opelousas without a car?

The best way to get from Houston to Opelousas without a car is to bus which takes 4h 3m and costs $65 - $170.

How long does it take to get from Houston to Opelousas?

It takes approximately 4h 3m to get from Houston to Opelousas, including transfers.

Train or bus from Houston to Opelousas?

The best way to get from Houston to Opelousas is to bus which takes 4h 3m and costs $65 - $170. Alternatively, you can train, which costs $45 - $60 and takes 5h 26m.

Can I drive from Houston to Opelousas?

Yes, the driving distance between Houston to Opelousas is 223 miles. It takes approximately 4h 1m to drive from Houston to Opelousas.

Where can I stay near Opelousas?

There are 12+ hotels available in Opelousas.

Houston to Opelousas - 5 ways to travel via train, bus, car, and line 102 bus

There are 5 ways to get from Houston to Opelousas by bus, train (Amtrak), car, plane, taxi, or bus (Flixbus)

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 Houston to Lafayettebus Houston
4h 3m
$67–167
Drive 221.5 mi
cheapest
1. Drive from Houston to Opelousascar 221.5 mi
4h 1m
$41–59
Train (Amtrak)
1. Take the train from Houston to Lafayette Amtrak Stationtrain Sunset Limited
5h 26m
$47–58
Line 102 bus, fly, taxi
1. Take the bus from Travis St @ Texas Ave to Bush IAH Terminal Cbus
2. Fly from George Bush Intercontinental Airport (IAH) to Lafayette Regional Airport (LFT)plane IAH - LFT
3. Take the taxi from Lafayette Regional Airport (LFT) to Opelousastaxi
3h 33m
$49–277
Bus via Downtown Houston (Flixbus)
1. Take the bus from Downtown Houston to Lafayettebus FlixBus 2211 / ...
4h 8m
$45–56

George Bush Intercontinental Airport (IAH) to Lafayette Regional Airport (LFT) flights

33Weekly Planes

1h 12mAverage Duration

$36Cheapest Price

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Map of how to get from Houston to Opelousas.

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Distance: 235.5 mi
Duration: 4h 3m

What companies run services between Houston, TX, USA and Opelousas, LA, USA?

Tornado Bus Company operates a bus from Houston to Lafayette once daily. Tickets cost $55–160 and the journey takes 3h 40m. Alternatively, Amtrak operates a train from Houston to Lafayette Amtrak Station 3 times a week. Tickets cost $35–45 and the journey takes 5h 2m.

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