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Journey Information
There are 2 intercity coaches per day from Marion to Austin. Traveling by coach from Marion to Austin usually takes around 18 hours and 20 minutes, but the fastest Tornado Bus coach can make the trip in 15 hours and 4.8 minutes.
| Distance | 721 mi (1160 km) |
| Shortest duration | 15h 5m |
| Cheapest price | £152.42 |
| Trips per day | 1 |
| Most frequent service | Tornado Bus |
| Coach lines | 1 |
What coach companies travel from Marion to Austin?
There is one intercity bus company available to search and book on Wanderu that operates from Marion to Austin. Tornado Bus is the one bus line that serves this route. Although it's the sole option, there are a couple of different scheduled times to choose from.
| Coach | Daily Trips | Avg. Time | Avg. Price |
|---|---|---|---|
| Tornado Bus | 2 | 18h 21m | £152.42 |
Frequently Asked Questions
The coach takes an average of 18 hours and 20 minutes to cover the 721 miles from Marion to Austin. However, the fastest coach only takes 15 hours and 4.8 minutes. It’s definitely on the longer side, so plan to get comfortable for a long road trip. Keep in mind that your actual coach may arrive earlier or later than scheduled, depending on whether there is more or less traffic than usual.
The first coach leaves at 18:00 and the last coach leaves at 19:00. To see the times for all coaches from Marion to Austin, enter your specific travel dates in the search bar.
There are usually only 2 coaches per day from Marion to Austin. One coach is a direct connection, meaning that you can stay on the same vehicle for the entire trip, without having to transfer onto a connecting coach at any point.
Need more travel options? Consider taking the train from Marion, IL to Austin, TX; ticket prices start at £130.35.
City Information
Austin
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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 coach leave from in Marion?
Main departure station: Marathon Gas Station
Most coaches depart from the main station in Marion.
All coach stations in Marion:
Marathon Gas Station
Where does the coach arrive in Austin?
Main arrival station: 711 E Ben White Blvd
All coaches from Marion arrive at one main station in Austin.
Coach stations in Austin:
711 E Ben White Blvd
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