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Lafayette to San Antonio Coach Timetable
Coach from Lafayette to San Antonio: Journey Information
There are 19 intercity coaches per day from Lafayette to San Antonio. Traveling by coach from Lafayette to San Antonio usually takes around 10 hours and 11 minutes, but the fastest FlixBus US coach can make the trip in 7 hours and 35 minutes.
| Distance | 392 mi (631 km) |
| Shortest duration | 7h 35m |
| Cheapest price | US$48.98 |
| Trips per day | 17 |
| Most frequent service | Tornado Bus |
| Coach lines | 3 |
Coaches from Lafayette to San Antonio
- FlixBus US: 3 daily coaches from US$49
- Greyhound: 4 daily coaches from US$54
- Tornado Bus: 17 daily coaches from US$215
What coach companies travel from Lafayette to San Antonio?
There are 3 bus lines from Lafayette to San Antonio available for you to search and compare on Wanderu. With 17 daily trips, Tornado Bus usually has the most buses running on any given day. Here are some time and price comparisons for all the available options:
| Coach | Daily Trips | Avg. Time | Avg. Price |
|---|---|---|---|
| FlixBus US | 3 | 10h 18m | US$80.95 |
| Greyhound | 4 | 8h 38m | US$81.51 |
| Tornado Bus | 17 | 12h 20m | US$215.00 |
FlixBus US is the American branch of German bus company FlixBus, known for providing sustainable, affordable, and modern bus travel. The company offers cheap bus tickets to popular urban destinations throughout the United States. FlixBus US buses include many amenities, including comfortable seats, free WiFi, power outlets at every seat, and an online portal for free entertainment. On average, FlixBus US operates 3 trips per day from Lafayette to San Antonio, and the average ticket for this route costs only .
Greyhound is the largest nationwide coach 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 4 bus trips from Lafayette to San Antonio every day, with the average journey taking around 8 hours and 38 minutes to complete. Bus tickets for Greyhound trips to San Antonio usually start from US$54.
Frequently asked questions about traveling by coach from Lafayette to San Antonio
The coach takes an average of 10 hours and 11 minutes to cover the 392 miles from Lafayette to San Antonio. However, the fastest coach only takes 7 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 coach may arrive earlier or later than scheduled, depending on whether there is more or less traffic than usual.
"With many people traveling in the middle of the week, Wednesday is the busiest day of the week for coach travel. If you are planning to travel on a Wednesday, you should make sure to book tickets well in advance as they may sell out.
On the other hand, Friday is typically the least busy day for coach travel on this route. If you’re looking for a little extra space, a Friday ticket is the way to go."
The first coach leaves at 01:00 and the last coach leaves at 21:00. To see the times for all coaches from Lafayette to San Antonio, enter your specific travel dates in the search bar.
There are 19 scheduled coaches that travel from Lafayette to San Antonio every day, so you have a decent number of options to choose from. This includes 17 direct coaches, where you can stay on the same coach without having to transfer to a connecting coach at any point during your trip.
Need more travel options? Consider taking the train from Lafayette to San Antonio; ticket prices start at US$60.00.
City Information
San Antonio
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San Antonio is a fast-growing city located in the southwest corner of the Texas Triangle. In addition to the alluring year-round warm weather, San Antonio offers a blend of rich history with contemporary attractions and cuisine.
If there's one thing to remember from your trip to San Antonio, it’s the Alamo! This 18th century fortress is one of five Spanish missions in the San Antonio Missions National Historical Park, all of which are connected by a scenic hiking and biking trail. If history isn't your thing, the River Walk along the San Antonio River is a much livelier spot. This shaded path is lined with shops and restaurants, and you could spend an entire day strolling, shopping, and eating along the river. Don't sleep on the riverside bars, either – San Antonio is one of the cheapest drinking cities in the U.S. so you can bar-hop to your heart’s (and your wallet’s) delight.
Traveling with little ones? San Antonio is home to the San Antonio Zoo, SeaWorld, and Six Flags Fiesta Texas, any one of which will provide a thrilling adventure with no screen time required. Visitors of all ages will find treasures at Historic Market Square, the largest Mexican market in the U.S., where handcrafted art from local artisans is available alongside authentic Mexican food.
San Antonio is one of the biggest cities in the Lone Star State, so it is very easy to travel to other Texas destinations like Austin, Houston, and Dallas by bus or by train, or to destinations farther afield through the San Antonio International Airport.
Station Information
Where does the coach leave from in Lafayette?
Main departure station: 1701 N University Ave
Lafayette has two coach stations with service to San Antonio.
All coach stations in Lafayette:
1701 N University Ave
100 Lee Ave
Where does the coach arrive in San Antonio?
Main arrival station: Tornado Bus Station
These are the two stations where coaches may stop when they arrive in San Antonio.
Coach stations in San Antonio:
Tornado Bus Station
Bus Terminal - 500 N St Marys St
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