Cheap coach tickets from Houston to Lafayette
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Coach from Houston to Lafayette: Journey Information
There are 44 intercity coaches per day from Houston to Lafayette. Travelling by coach from Houston to Lafayette usually takes around 6 hours and 6 minutes, but the fastest FlixBus US coach can make the trip in 2 hours and 30 minutes.
- Distance
- 203 mi (327 km)
- Shortest duration
- 2h 30m
- Cheapest price
- £22.22
- Trips per day
- 44
- Most frequent service
- Tornado Bus
- Coach lines
- 3
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Houston to Lafayette Coach Timetable
Is it better to travel by coach or train from Houston to Lafayette?
There is usually 1 daily train trip from Houston to Lafayette.
Coach | Train | |
|---|---|---|
Avg. Price | Avg. Price£70.39 | Avg. Price£41.70Cheaper |
Daily Trips | Daily Trips44 | Daily Trips1 |
Duration | Duration6h 6m | Duration5h 2mFaster |

There are several coach options that can take you from Houston to Lafayette:
- FlixBus US: 6 daily coaches from £22
- Greyhound: 6 daily coaches from £22
- Tornado Bus: 35 daily coaches from £93
How much is a coach ticket from Houston to Lafayette?
Coach tickets for a trip from Houston to Lafayette cost about £56 when you book at the cheapest time, 3 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 Houston to Lafayette by travel date
If you're planning to travel by coach from Houston to Lafayette in the next month, the average ticket price is expected to range from £39 to £90. The cheapest coach tickets available in the next few weeks are for trips departing on 22 November 2026. If you’re looking to travel to Lafayette this week, coach tickets are available starting at £66.
Average coach ticket prices from Houston to Lafayette by month
Taking the coach from Houston to Lafayette is usually cheapest in December, when the average ticket price is only £68. If you're planning to take the coach from Houston to Lafayette during June, keep in mind that coach ticket prices may be higher than usual, with an average price of £78. 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. Booking in advance, even by a few days, is the best way to find cheap coach tickets.
What coach companies travel from Houston to Lafayette?
There are 3 coach lines from Houston to Lafayette available for you to search and compare on Wanderu. With 35 daily trips, Tornado Bus usually has the most coaches 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 | 6 | 3h 51m | £30.63 |
| Greyhound | 6 | 4h 13m | £28.60 |
| Tornado Bus | 35 | 7h 16m | £92.99 |
FlixBus US is the American branch of German coach company FlixBus, known for providing sustainable, affordable, and modern coach travel. The company offers cheap coach tickets to popular urban destinations throughout the United States. FlixBus US coaches include many amenities, including comfortable seats, free WiFi, power sockets at every seat, and an online portal for free entertainment. On average, FlixBus US operates 6 trips per day from Houston to Lafayette, and the average ticket for this route costs only £30.63.






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 6 coach trips from Houston to Lafayette every day, with the average journey taking around 4 hours and 13 minutes to complete. Coach tickets for Greyhound trips to Lafayette usually start from £22.22.






Frequently asked questions about travelling by coach from Houston to Lafayette
There are 44 scheduled coaches that travel from Houston to Lafayette every day, so you have a decent number of options to choose from. Furthermore, all of these are direct coaches which you can take the entire route from Houston to Lafayette without transferring. Need more travel options? Consider taking the train from Houston to Lafayette; ticket prices start at £27.
Trips per day
44
Direct trips
44
The coach takes an average of 6 hours and 6 minutes to cover the 203 miles from Houston to Lafayette. However, the fastest coach only takes 2 hours and 30 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)
203
Distance (km)
327
The first coach leaves at 0:05 and the last coach leaves at 22:50. To see the times for all coaches from Houston to Lafayette, enter your specific travel dates in the search bar.
Earliest coach
12:05am
Latest coach
10:50pm
Friday is the busiest travel day for coaches as people head from Houston to Lafayette 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, Wednesday is typically the least busy day for coach travel on this route. If you're looking for some extra space on the coach, travelling mid-week is your best bet.
Most crowded
Friday
Least crowded
Wednesday
City Information
Houston



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 centre 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 holiday 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 coach 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 coach leave from in Houston?
Main departure station: Houston Airline - 1516 Airline Dr
Coaches to Lafayette leave from 7 stations in Houston.
All coach stations in Houston:
- Houston Airline - 1516 Airline Dr
- Houston Southwest Fwy
- Downtown - 605 Gray St
- Greyhound Terminal Bus Station
- 820 Lockwood Dr
- Houston Southeast Bus Station
- 6590 Southwest Hwy
Where does the coach arrive in Lafayette?
Main arrival station: 1701 N University Ave
These are the two stations where coaches may stop when they arrive in Lafayette.
Coach stations in Lafayette:
- 1701 N University Ave
- 100 Lee Ave
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