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Bus from Abilene to Houston: Journey Information
There are 12 intercity buses per day from Abilene to Houston. Traveling by bus from Abilene to Houston usually takes around 12 hours and 3 minutes, but the fastest Greyhound bus can make the trip in 8 hours,
Distance | 318 mi (512 km) |
Shortest duration | 8h 0m |
Cheapest price | $93.37 |
Trips per day | 2 |
Most frequent service | Greyhound |
Bus lines | 2 |

What bus companies travel from Abilene to Houston?
There are two bus lines that have daily service from Abilene to Houston that you can compare and book on Wanderu. Of these two carriers, Greyhound usually offers more choice, with 12 scheduled trips per day.
Bus | Daily Trips | Avg. Time | Avg. Price |
---|---|---|---|
Greyhound | 12 | 12h 4m | $176.18 |
Tornado Bus | 1 | 9h 13m | $185.43 |
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 12 bus trips from Abilene to Houston every day, with the average journey taking around 12 hours and 4 minutes to complete. Bus tickets for Greyhound trips to Houston usually start from $93.
Frequently asked questions about traveling by bus from Abilene to Houston
The bus takes an average of 12 hours and 3 minutes to cover the 512 kilometers from Abilene to Houston. However, the fastest bus only takes 8 hours. 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.
"Travelers prefer riding the bus on Saturday to enjoy the weekend in Houston. If you are planning to travel on a Saturday, you should make sure to book tickets well in advance as they may sell out.
On the other hand, Monday is typically the least busy day for bus travel on this route. For a less crowded trip, try to book your bus travel for the beginning of the week."
The first bus leaves at 12:00am and the last bus leaves at 11:00pm. To see the times for all buses from Abilene to Houston, enter your specific travel dates in the search bar.
City Information
Houston

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Houston, Texas is one of the most populous cities and among the most expansive cities in the U.S. As a result, Houston has become the leading commercial center in the Southern United States. Astronomy aficionados recognize Houston as the city where NASA’s Mission Control Center is located, and music fans know Houston as the birthplace of Queen B herself, Beyoncé Knowles-Carter.
Even though Houston has a relatively small downtown area, it is packed with exciting things you can do while you’re in town. If you’re in the mood for a cultural outing, head to the Theater District where you are sure to find a play or a music performance you’d enjoy, or check out the Museum District that boasts more than 20 different museums and galleries. Since Houston is the most racially and ethnically diverse city in the country, its restaurant scene is one of a kind offering a rich variety of cuisines from all over the world. The many experiences available in Houston make it one of Texas' best vacation destinations.
As one of the main metropolitan cities in the U.S., Houston is very well connected to the rest of the country and the world. The main bus and train stations are both located right in the heart of downtown making it easy to get to your final destination by public transit or car. There are also several airports within the city’s vicinity that provide a good variety of options depending on where you’re flying to or from.
Station Information
Where does the bus leave from in Abilene?
Main departure station: 1657 State Hwy 351
Abilene has two bus stations with service to Houston.
All bus stations in Abilene:
1657 State Hwy 351
Alon Gas Station
Where does the bus arrive in Houston?

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Link to image attributionMain arrival station: Greyhound Terminal Bus Station
The Bus Terminal at 2121 Main Street is centrally located within downtown Houston and serves as a hub for bus service from Greyhound, Jefferson Lines and Tornado Bus. From Houston’s bus terminal, you might connect to other cities in Texas such as Dallas, Austin, and San Antonio, or further afield to Los Angeles and New York. The station is open 24 hours a day, with restrooms, seating, and several food options available onsite. Within a few minutes’ walk from the bus terminal, you’ll find parking, rental car agencies, gas stations, fast food, and a Light Rail station to easily access the rest of Houston.
Bus stations in Houston:
Greyhound Terminal Bus Station
Downtown - 605 Gray St
2525 Southwest Fwy (Timewise/Shell gas station lot)
Love's
Tornado Bus Station - Airport
Tornado Bus Station - Lockwood
6590 Southwest Hwy
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