What is the cheapest way to get from Texas to Pontiac?

The cheapest way to get from Texas to Pontiac is to fly and train which costs $75 - $330 and takes 7h 44m.

What is the fastest way to get from Texas to Pontiac?

The fastest way to get from Texas to Pontiac is to fly and train which takes 7h 24m and costs $120 - $350.

Is there a direct bus between Texas and Pontiac?

No, there is no direct bus from Texas to Pontiac. However, there are services departing from Smith St @ Preston St and arriving at Downtown Pontiac via Downtown Houston, Memphis Bus Station, Nashville Bus Station and Jefferson & Griswold. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 34h 8m.

Is there a direct train between Texas and Pontiac?

No, there is no direct train from Texas to Pontiac station. However, there are services departing from Houston and arriving at Pontiac Amtrak Station via New Orleans Union Passenger Terminal and Chicago Union Station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 37h 11m.

How far is it from Texas to Pontiac?

The distance between Texas and Pontiac is 1209 miles. The road distance is 1303.6 miles.

How do I travel from Texas to Pontiac without a car?

The best way to get from Texas to Pontiac without a car is to bus and train via Dallas which takes 30h 32m and costs $220 - $600.

How long does it take to get from Texas to Pontiac?

It takes approximately 7h 24m to get from Texas to Pontiac, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Texas to Pontiac bus from?

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

Where do I catch the Texas to Pontiac train from?

Texas to Pontiac train services, operated by Amtrak, depart from Houston station.

Train or bus from Texas to Pontiac?

The best way to get from Texas to Pontiac is to bus which takes 34h 8m and costs $160 - $390. Alternatively, you can train, which costs $210 - $550 and takes 37h 11m.

Where does the Texas to Pontiac bus arrive?

Texas to Pontiac bus services, operated by Flixbus USA, arrive at Memphis Bus Station.

What is the time difference between Texas and Pontiac?

Pontiac is 1h ahead of Texas. It is currently 12:39 PM in Texas and 1:39 PM in Pontiac.

Where does the Texas to Pontiac train arrive?

Texas to Pontiac train services, operated by Amtrak, arrive at New Orleans Union Passenger Terminal station.

Can I drive from Texas to Pontiac?

Yes, the driving distance between Texas to Pontiac is 1304 miles. It takes approximately 22h 38m to drive from Texas to Pontiac.

How do I get a train ticket from Texas to Pontiac?

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Where can I stay near Pontiac?

There are 239+ hotels available in Pontiac.

Texas to Pontiac - 9 ways to travel via train, plane, bus, and car

There are 9 ways to get from Texas to Pontiac by plane, train, bus, car, bus (Flixbus, Greyhound), or train (Amtrak)

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

Fly from Austin-Bergstrom International Airport, train
best
1. Fly from Austin-Bergstrom International Airport (AUS) to Detroit (DTW)plane AUS - DTW
2. Take the train from Dearborn to Pontiac Amtrak Stationtrain
7h 24m
$129–341
Fly from George Bush Intercontinental Airport, train
cheapest
1. Fly from George Bush Intercontinental Airport (IAH) to Detroit (DTW)plane IAH - DTW
2. Take the train from Dearborn to Pontiac Amtrak Stationtrain
7h 44m
$76–323
Bus, train via Dallas
1. Take the bus from Houston - Travis St @ Dallas St to 593 S Lamar St Dallasbus
2. Take the bus from Tornado Bus Co - Dallas I-30 to Chicagobus
3. Take the train from Chicago Union Station to Pontiac Amtrak Stationtrain
30h 32m
$223–586
Bus, train (Amtrak)
1. Take the bus from Houston to Longviewbus
2. Take the train from Longview to Chicago Union Stationtrain
3. Take the train from Chicago Union Station to Pontiac Amtrak Stationtrain
32h 17m
Drive 1,296 mi
1. Drive from Houston to Pontiaccar 1,296 mi
22h 38m
$237–342
Fly from San Antonio International Airport, train
1. Fly from San Antonio International Airport (SAT) to Detroit (DTW)plane SAT - DTW
2. Take the train from Dearborn to Pontiac Amtrak Stationtrain
7h 30m
$169–380
Fly from Dallas/Fort Worth International Airport, train
1. Fly from Dallas/Fort Worth International Airport (DFW) to Detroit (DTW)plane DFW - DTW
2. Take the train from Dearborn to Pontiac Amtrak Stationtrain
7h 53m
$96–242
Bus
1. Take the bus from Downtown Houston to Memphis Bus Stationbus
2. Take the bus from Memphis Bus Station to Nashville Bus Stationbus
3. Take the bus from Nashville Bus Station to Detroit Bus Stationbus
4. Take the bus from Jefferson & Griswold to Downtown Pontiacbus 462
34h 8m
$168–388
Train (Amtrak)
1. Take the train from Houston to New Orleans Union Passenger Terminaltrain
2. Take the train from New Orleans Union Passenger Terminal to Chicago Union Stationtrain
3. Take the train from Chicago Union Station to Pontiac Amtrak Stationtrain
37h 11m
$219–549

Texas to Pontiac by bus, subway, foot, and train

7Weekly Services

30h 32mAverage Duration

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Distance: 1,202 mi
Duration: 7h 24m

What companies run services between Texas, USA and Pontiac, MI, USA?

You can take a bus from Smith St @ Preston St to Downtown Pontiac via Pierce St @ Louisiana St, Downtown Houston, Memphis Bus Station, Nashville Bus Station, Detroit Bus Station, and Jefferson & Griswold in around 34h 8m. Alternatively, you can take a train from Houston to Pontiac Amtrak Station via New Orleans Union Passenger Terminal and Chicago Union Station in around 37h 11m.

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