Cheap coach tickets from Shreveport to Austin

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Coach from Shreveport to Austin: Journey Information

There are 12 intercity coaches per day from Shreveport to Austin. Travelling by coach from Shreveport to Austin usually takes around 10 hours and 7 minutes, but the fastest Greyhound coach can make the trip in 7 hours and 20 minutes.

Distance: 282 mi (455 km)
Shortest duration: 7h 20m
Cheapest price: NOK 589.94
Trips per day: 12
Most frequent service: Tornado Bus
Coach lines: 2

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Shreveport to Austin Coach Timetable

Is it better to travel by coach or train from Shreveport to Austin?

There is usually 1 daily train trip from Shreveport to Austin.

	Coach	Train
Avg. Price	Avg. PriceNOK 1,139.17	Avg. PriceNOK 852.18Cheaper
Daily Trips	Daily Trips12	Daily Trips1
Duration	Duration10h 7mFaster	Duration12h 7m

There are several coach options that can take you from Shreveport to Austin:

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How much is a coach ticket from Shreveport to Austin?

Coach tickets for a trip from Shreveport to Austin cost about NOK 717 when you book at the cheapest time, 18 days ahead. While it’s a bit pricey for a coach ticket, it’s still significantly more cost-effective than flying. If you book your trip ahead of time using Wanderu, you can easily find coach tickets at or below this price.

Average coach ticket prices from Shreveport to Austin by travel date

If you're planning to travel by coach from Shreveport to Austin in the next month, the average ticket price is expected to range from NOK 1,067 to NOK 1,539. The cheapest coach tickets available in the next few weeks are for trips departing on 14 November 2026. If you’re looking to travel to Austin this week, coach tickets are available starting at NOK 1,067.

Average coach ticket prices from Shreveport to Austin by month

Taking the coach from Shreveport to Austin is usually cheapest in August, when the average ticket price is only NOK 963. If you're planning to take the coach from Shreveport to Austin during December, keep in mind that coach ticket prices may be higher than usual, with an average price of NOK 1,284. However, booking your trip in advance can help you score a ticket at a better price.

Prices as travel date approaches

Most coach companies charge higher ticket prices closer to the date of travel, so it’s a good idea to buy your coach tickets as early as possible. To find the cheapest coach tickets, book your trip at least 18 days in advance. This way, you can save up to NOK 872.20 on your coach ticket compared to booking last-minute.

What coach companies travel from Shreveport to Austin?

There are two coach lines that have daily service from Shreveport to Austin that you can compare and book on Wanderu. Of these two carriers, Tornado Bus usually offers more choice, with 7 scheduled trips per day.

Coach	Daily Trips	Avg. Time	Avg. Price
Greyhound	5	8h 52m	NOK 886.17
Tornado Bus	7	12h 13m	NOK 1,573.05

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 5 coach trips from Shreveport to Austin every day, with the average journey taking around 8 hours and 52 minutes to complete. Coach tickets for Greyhound trips to Austin usually start from NOK 589.94.
Tornado Bus is a Texan coach company operating in Texas and Mexico. Their coach service connects cities such as Houston, McAllen, San Antonio, and the international border at El Paso. Their coaches offer onboard WiFi, plenty of leg room, air conditioning, toilets, and power sockets.

Frequently asked questions about travelling by coach from Shreveport to Austin

There are 12 scheduled coaches that travel from Shreveport to Austin every day, so you have a decent number of options to choose from. This includes 7 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 Shreveport to Austin; ticket prices start at NOK 604.

Trips per day

Direct trips

The coach takes an average of 10 hours and 7 minutes to cover the 282 miles from Shreveport to Austin. However, the fastest coach only takes 7 hours and 20 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.

Distance (mi)

282

Distance (km)

455

The first coach leaves at 1:50 and the last coach leaves at 18:20. To see the times for all coaches from Shreveport to Austin, enter your specific travel dates in the search bar.

Earliest coach

1:50am

Latest coach

6:20pm

Friday is the busiest travel day for coaches as people head from Shreveport to Austin for the weekend. If you are planning to travel on a Friday, you should make sure to book tickets well in advance as they may sell out. On the other hand, Thursday is typically the least busy day for coach travel on this route. If you’re looking for a little extra space, a Thursday ticket is the way to go.

Most crowded

Friday

Least crowded

Thursday

City Information

Austin

Austin is the capital of the Lone Star State and one of the best holiday 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 neighbourhood 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 coach stations that serve Austin are located close to the city centre, making ground transport the more convenient way to travel in and out of town.

Station Information

Where does the coach leave from in Shreveport?

Main departure station: QuikTrip Gas Station

Shreveport has two coach stations with service to Austin.

All coach stations in Shreveport:

QuikTrip Gas Station
SporTran Intermodal Terminal

Where does the coach arrive in Austin?

Main arrival station: 711 E Ben White Blvd

Coaches arrive in Austin at 4 stations, depending on which coach line you are travelling with.

Coach stations in Austin:

711 E Ben White Blvd
Eastside Bus Plz
Downtown Austin
Austin South Congress

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