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

The cheapest way to get from Houston to Waco is to drive which costs $30 - $50 and takes 3h 9m.

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

The fastest way to get from Houston to Waco is to drive which takes 3h 9m and costs $30 - $50.

Is there a direct bus between Houston and Waco?

Yes, there is a direct bus departing from Downtown Houston and arriving at Waco. Services depart six times a week, and operate Monday, Thursday, Friday, Saturday and Sunday. The journey takes approximately 3h 15m.

How far is it from Houston to Waco?

The distance between Houston and Waco is 179 miles. The road distance is 180.2 miles.

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

The best way to get from Houston to Waco without a car is to bus which takes 3h 15m and costs $50 - $75.

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

The bus from Downtown Houston to Waco takes 3h 15m including transfers and departs six times a week.

Where do I catch the Houston to Waco bus from?

Houston to Waco bus services, operated by Flixbus USA, depart from Downtown Houston station.

Where does the Houston to Waco bus arrive?

Houston to Waco bus services, operated by Flixbus USA, arrive at Waco station.

Can I drive from Houston to Waco?

Yes, the driving distance between Houston to Waco is 180 miles. It takes approximately 3h 9m to drive from Houston to Waco.

How do I get a bus ticket from Houston to Waco?

Book your Houston to Waco bus tickets online with Omio and FlixBus.

Where can I stay near Waco?

There are 181+ hotels available in Waco.

Houston to Waco - 3 ways to travel via bus, and car

There are 3 ways to get from Houston to Waco by bus (Flixbus), car, or bus (Greyhound)

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

Bus (Flixbus)
best
1. Take the bus from Downtown Houston to WacoFlixBus 2242
3h 15m
$50–75
Drive 179.1 mi
cheapest
1. Drive from Houston to Waco179.1 mi
3h 9m
$33–48
Bus via Houston Bus Station (Greyhound)
1. Take the bus from Houston Bus Station to Waco Bus StopGreyhound US1100
5h 53m
$36–142

Houston to Waco by bus (Flixbus)

6Weekly Buses

3h 15mAverage Duration

$50Cheapest Price

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Questions & Answers

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Distance: 178.3 mi
Duration: 3h 15m

What companies run services between Houston, TX, USA and Waco, TX, USA?

Flixbus USA operates a bus from Downtown Houston to Waco 6 times a week. Tickets cost $50–75 and the journey takes 3h 15m.

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