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Jacksonville - Austin Bus Schedule

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Journey Information

There are 6 intercity buses per day from Jacksonville to Austin. Traveling by bus from Jacksonville to Austin usually takes around 49 hours and 24 minutes, but the fastest Greyhound bus can make the trip in 38 hours and 35 minutes.

Distance1221 mi (1965 km)
Shortest duration38h 35m
Cheapest price$282.50
Most frequent serviceGreyhound
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What bus companies travel from Jacksonville to Austin?

There is one intercity bus company available to search and book on Wanderu that operates from Jacksonville to Austin. Greyhound connects the two cities by bus, it offers multiple scheduled buses per day for you to choose from.

BusDaily TripsAvg. TimeAvg. Price
Greyhound62d 1h 25m$304.91
  • Greyhound is the largest nationwide bus carrier in the United States, offering cheap, safe and reliable service across the country. Greyhound has become a household name, serving over 16 million passengers per year with daily trips to over 2,400 destinations. Greyhound performs about 6 bus trips from Jacksonville to Austin every day, with the average journey taking around 49 hours and 25 minutes to complete. Bus tickets for Greyhound trips to Austin usually start from $283.

Frequently Asked Questions

The bus takes an average of 49 hours and 24 minutes to cover the 1965 kilometers from Jacksonville to Austin. However, the fastest bus only takes 38 hours and 35 minutes. It’s definitely on the longer side, so plan to get comfortable for a long road trip. Keep in mind that your actual bus may arrive earlier or later than scheduled, depending on whether there is more or less traffic than usual.

"Travel trends tend to vary greatly for bus trips from Jacksonville to Austin."

The first bus leaves at 1:00pm and the last bus leaves at 4:00pm. To see the times for all buses from Jacksonville to Austin, enter your specific travel dates in the search bar.

There are 6 scheduled buses that travel from Jacksonville to Austin every day, so you have a decent number of options to choose from. Unfortunately, none of them are direct connections, so no matter which bus you take, you will have to transfer buses at least once during your journey.

Need more travel options? Consider taking the train from Jacksonville, NC to Austin, TX; ticket prices start at $509.84.

City Information

Austin

Austin, TX - AUS-0

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Austin, TX - AUS-1

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Austin is the capital of the Lone Star State and one of the best vacation destinations in Texas. Known as Texas’s “weird” city, Austin is famous for being the southern mecca for the arts. In addition to being a hot spot for both emerging and established artists from Texas and the surrounding states, Austin is well known for its eclectic live music scene. In addition, the University of Texas’ main campus is located in Austin, which makes the city a popular destination for young people from all over the world, keeping it vibrant at all times. It’s no surprise that it ranks among the top party cities in the U.S.

While you’re in town, make sure to stop by the hip South Congress neighborhood to shop at the trendy boutiques and grab some grub at the authentically Austin restaurants. Since Austin is one of the best craft beer cities in the country, you won’t regret checking out some of the local breweries too. After that, head over to Lady Bird Lake and rent a kayak for a relaxing paddling session on the water, or simply go for a walk on the picturesque Hike & Bike Trail. Finally, spend the night bar hopping along the pedestrian-only Sixth Street.

While the Austin airport is located on the outskirts of the city, the main train station is right in the heart of downtown. Similarly, the two bus stations that serve Austin are located close to the city center, making ground transportation the more convenient way to travel in and out of town.

Station Information

Where does the bus leave from in Jacksonville?

Main departure station: Jacksonville, North Carolina

Most buses depart from the main station in Jacksonville.

All bus stations in Jacksonville:

  • Jacksonville, North Carolina

Where does the bus arrive in Austin?

Bus Terminal - 916 E Koenig Ln - AUSGLI-0

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Main arrival station: Eastside Bus Plz

Travelers to and from the capital of Texas will likely stop through the bus station at 916 E Koenig Lane. Located in Austin’s quaint North Loop neighborhood, and with close proximity to several main highways, this station serves bus trips from both Greyhound and Jefferson Lines. The station has a comfortable seating area inside, along with restrooms and vending machines for on-the-go snacks. Takeout restaurants, coffeeshops, and a range of stores surround the station for those seeking heartier food options before or after their bus trip.

Bus stations in Austin:

  • Eastside Bus Plz

  • Downtown Austin

  • South Congress - 710 E Ben White Blvd.

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