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About Tornado Bus Company
Tornado Bus is a bus company from the Lone Star State that's been operating for 30 years. Well-known locally for its brightly colored coaches splashed with English and Spanish phrases, Tornado Bus connects passengers with destinations across Texas and Mexico. Their bus service connects 302 cities such as Houston, McAllen, San Antonio, and the international border at El Paso.
Tornado Bus has a fleet of modern single-decker and double-decker vehicles. These buses offer onboard WiFi, a good amount of leg room, much-needed air conditioning, washrooms, and power outlets so that passengers can recharge their electronic devices while on the move and not miss a minute of their favourite Netflix series.
Rated as one of the best bus companies in the region, Tornado Bus was ranked fifth in the 2022 Wanderu Passengers' Choice Award in the southwest. Travellers rate the company for the comfort of their buses, the ease of connecting devices to the onboard WiFi, staff friendliness, and safety when travelling.
Tornado Bus has been an official Wanderu partner since 2017, ensuring it's a simple process to find and book journeys hassle-free. Use Wanderu to check schedules, and discover deals for Tornado Bus trips.
Contact Tornado Bus Company
- Phone number:
- 1 (800) 867-6236
- Email:
- [email protected]
- Online support:
- Tornado Bus Company website
Tornado Bus Company Amenities
- Air conditioning
- Toilet
- Power outlets
- Wifi
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Tornado Bus Company bus coverage
- Daily Trips
- 2,710
- stations
- 312
- cities
- 302
- countries
- 2
- United States
- Mexico
What travellers are saying about Tornado Bus Company
Here’s what Wanderu users who have booked trips with Tornado Bus Company had to say about their travel experience.
Travelling During COVID-19
“I felt safe even during the pandemic with the mask guideline enforced.”
90%
Onboard Experience
“Very nice employees and they tried to be as accommodating as possible.”
92%“Best deals I've seen for travel.”
94%“Bus was on time for departure and arrival.”
82%“Seating was comfy and had plenty of room.”
88%“Very clean bus!”
94%
Tornado Bus Company reviews from Wanderu customers
Overall review score for Tornado Bus Company Based on 148 reviews
4.8
Ratings (Out of 5)
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Tornado Bus Company passenger reviews
Pros Nice comfortable ride ,nice Scenery Cons Drop the price to fifty dollars Tips I Recommend the Trip
Pros It was awesome,I was excited about it Cons Language,I was not understanding Spanish.I needed to ask what they announced Tips Use this carrier
Pros Direct and comfort Cons Add some air flow. In the beginning, I am afraid that I will get car sick. The smell makes me uncomfortable. When the car moved, I am getting much better. A good trip. We will take this bus again and will introduce to others. Tips Thanks
Pros Awesome
Pros Everything with the bus line was amazing, super friendly staff.. The problem is the people who brought so many things to the border and didn't have money to pay the corresponding taxes for their stuff and we get behind schedule because of this little detail Cons It was a really pleasing experience, it would be amazing having Wi-Fi on bus and fixing curtains Tips Bring antibacterial.. There's sockets for charging phones, sometimes is a little bit chilly inside, with a normal jacket should be fine..
Pros it was good trip Cons no wi-fi Tips no
Pros Very accommodating. I was given a front seat but found it cramped and was given a different seat. Cons Add English translation to announcements. Tips Make sure you have a working knowledge of Spanish.
Cons seat
Pros Quick
Pros It was a nice ride Cons Arriving in time to pick up passengers Tips The yellow bus stops in the parking lot of Walmart
- YolandaNovember 12, 2025Cárdenas – Houston
Pros Comfortable sitting.
Pros Driver very respectful and helpful Cons Everything perfect Tips Use on line tickets faster n good deals
Pros All passengers were well behaved and clean. Cons The bus took a detour with no explanation. It would be helpful to know where and why a bus has detoured. Tips Brush up on your Spanish, if you're a native English speaker.
Pros The bus was not at all crowded and the driver was very attentive to each passenger's needs. Cons There was a drip on one of the seats from the air conditioning condenser.
Pros everything was awesome Cons I don’t think it could be bette Tips be safe!
Pros Got a chance to relax and get things done Cons The wait arrival time for the departure Tips Great and affordable price
Pros Perfecto …a mi primo se le fue el bus por irresponsabilidad de él mismo y todas sus pertenecias se le fueron devueltas rápidamente..gracias
Pros Everything Cons Just more English translation Tips No
Pros I would definitely travel again with this service. Cons Charging port did not work in my seat I had to use the seat in front of me to charge phone
Pros Everything! Efficient, nice bus, and arrived on time. Cons More accommodations for English-speaking travelers. Like movies in English or English subtitles Tips Much better than the other bus company that starts with a "G". I am not certain if there was WiFi onboard.
Tornado Bus Company Routes & Network
Tornado Bus Company’s bus network features 5,766 bus routes that connect 302 cities serving 312 stations. On average, Tornado Bus Company performs about 2,710 bus trips every day. The top cities to which Tornado Bus Company offers the highest number of daily bus service include Dallas and Houston.
| City | Daily Trips | Earliest bus | Latest bus |
|---|---|---|---|
| Dallas | 371 | 12:00 a.m. | 11:55 p.m. |
| Houston | 339 | 12:00 a.m. | 11:57 p.m. |
| San Antonio | 232 | 12:00 a.m. | 11:55 p.m. |
| El Paso | 30 | 1:45 a.m. | 11:00 p.m. |
| Austin | 148 | 12:00 a.m. | 11:55 p.m. |
| McAllen | 23 | 12:10 a.m. | 11:40 p.m. |
| Chicago | 80 | 12:42 a.m. | 11:57 p.m. |
| Midland | 7 | 2:02 a.m. | 11:55 p.m. |
| Laredo | 63 | 3:00 a.m. | 11:30 p.m. |
Most popular Tornado Bus Company routes
The bus from El Paso to Dallas is Tornado Bus Company’s most popular route. Trips from Houston to Dallas and Midland to Dallas are also highly popular.
| Route | Daily Trips | Duration | Price |
|---|---|---|---|
| El Paso – Dallas | 2 | 10 hrs, 50 mins | $141 |
| Houston – Dallas | 25 | 7 hrs, 29 mins | $56 |
| Midland – Dallas | 2 | 5 hrs, 47 mins | $120 |
| Houston – San Antonio | 19 | 4 hrs, 9 mins | $70 |
| McAllen – Dallas | 4 | 8 hrs, 26 mins | $127 |
| El Paso – Houston | 6 | 15 hrs, 22 mins | $127 |
| Houston – Laredo | 20 | 6 hrs, 13 mins | $98 |
| Midland – Houston | 3 | 12 hrs, 52 mins | $246 |
| Brownsville – Dallas | 4 | 8 hrs, 37 mins | $127 |
Tornado Bus Company Cancellation Policy
Tornado Bus tickets are non-refundable and cannot be cancelled after you have completed your booking. It’s always smart to double check your trip details before completing your booking, especially for non-refundable tickets.
If you need to change your travel plans, you can reschedule your ticket up until 2 hours before the bus departs by contacting Tornado at 1 (800) 867-6236.Tickets can be exchanged for a different date within 90 days of the originally scheduled travel date, and a $5 USD fee will apply.
Wanderu also offers an affordable trip protection option by Allianz Global Assistance that you can purchase when booking your tickets. In addition to 24-hour assistance during your trip and helpful benefits if the bus is delayed, trip protection can help you get your money back in case your travel plans change. If you cannot travel on your bus trip due to covered reasons such as extreme weather, illness, or required work shifts, you can file a claim to be reimbursed by Allianz.
Tornado Bus Company Bus Guide & FAQs
According to the luggage policy, each passenger can bring two checked bags and one carry-on item for free. Checked luggage must be under 40 pounds each, while carry-on bags must weigh under 25 pounds and fit in the overhead bin. Tornado Bus requires that all luggage and carry-on items have a tag with the passenger's information.
Yes, Tornado Bus Company offers WiFi on their buses. Although most trips with Tornado Bus Company will have WiFi as advertised, some buses might not come equipped with WiFi and onboard WiFi can lose its connection in rural areas. We recommend you bring a book or download a movie just to play it safe. Tornado Bus Company WiFi is generally best used for surfing the web, checking emails and chatting with friends; you shouldn’t count on the WiFi to binge watch your favourite show.
Yes, there are power outlets onboard Tornado Bus Company buses. You can generally find one or two sockets per row of seats, so be a good traveller and check if your seat neighbour might want to charge up their devices as well. With the onboard power outlets, you can charge both a computer and USB devices with a USB power adapter that typically comes with most phones and tablets.
Since Tornado Bus Company might sometimes use replacement bus vehicles, not all trips are guaranteed to have power points. We recommend bringing a power bank to charge your phone for all trips over 2 hours, just in case.
Tornado Bus schedules vary from route to route. Currently, there are about 2,710 buses on an average day. However, the best way to find the exact schedule for your desired trip is to use the search tool on this page.
No, Tornado Bus Company does not offer will call tickets. You should purchase your tickets online and make sure you have everything you need to board before you arrive at the station.
Yes, Tornado Bus Company requires you to present an ID to an agent to be allowed to board the bus. Make sure you have identification issued by a government agency that meets the carrier’s requirements. Alternative IDs, such as a college ID, won’t work.
Yes, there are bathrooms on Tornado Bus Company buses. The bathrooms are pretty basic and include a toilet, toilet paper and hand sanitizer. Most bathrooms don’t have running water. As you will be using a bathroom on a moving vehicle, please use caution and hold on to a rail at all times.
Tornado Bus Company does not offer meals or beverages onboard. We recommend you bring a drink and some snacks for your trip. We also suggest packing a reusable water bottle with you to reduce your impact on the environment. However, note that most buses do not allow you to bring your own alcoholic drinks.
Yes, Tornado Bus Company requires that all passengers have printed tickets to board the bus. When you book with Wanderu and activate your account, you will be able to easily find and download your tickets for most buses.
Tornado Bus Company focuses on delivering a great travel experience at a low price and currently does not offer premium features like extra legroom or onboard entertainment. But these days, between your laptop, tablet, smartphone and e-reader, you’re the master of your own entertainment even on longer journeys.
Cheap Tornado Bus Company tickets recently found on Wanderu
With 2,710 trips per day on Tornado Bus Company, there are a lot of great deals to uncover for the bargain hunter, and Tornado Bus Company tickets start at just $28.13. Check out some of the latest and greatest deals snatched up by Wanderu users.
- Houston – Dallas
Travel Date Oct 29, 2026
Price $56
- Houston – Monterrey
Travel Date Oct 29, 2026
Price $148
- Houston – San Antonio
Travel Date Oct 29, 2026
Price $70
- El Paso – Houston
Travel Date Oct 29, 2026
Price $127
- San Antonio – McAllen
Travel Date Oct 29, 2026
Price $84
- Dallas – Chicago
Travel Date Oct 29, 2026
Price $288
- Chicago – Champaign
Travel Date Oct 29, 2026
Price $211
- McAllen – Houston
Travel Date Oct 29, 2026
Price $91
- Houston – Chicago
Travel Date Oct 29, 2026
Price $359
- San Antonio – Dallas
Travel Date Oct 29, 2026
Price $91
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