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Journey Information
There are 10 intercity buses per day from El Paso to San Antonio. Traveling by bus from El Paso to San Antonio usually takes around 14 hours and 26 minutes, but the fastest Tornado Bus bus can make the trip in 8 hours,
| Distance | 502 mi (808 km) |
| Shortest duration | 8h 0m |
| Cheapest price | €65.26 |
| Trips per day | 8 |
| Most frequent service | Tornado Bus |
| Bus lines | 2 |
How much is a bus ticket from El Paso to San Antonio?
€82.05 is the average price of a bus ticket from El Paso to San Antonio. While it’s on the pricier side for a bus ticket, taking the bus is still a cheaper alternative to flying. It’s easy to find a bus ticket at this price or lower when you use Wanderu to book your trip online in advance of your travel date.
Average prices by travel date
Bus tickets from El Paso to San Antonio are expected to cost between €76 and €115 over the next four weeks. If you're planning a trip to San Antonio within the next week, you can find the cheapest bus tickets starting from €88. Don't wait too long to book your ticket, as prices tend to rise as the travel date approaches.
Monthly average prices
Prices as travel date approaches
To save money on bus tickets, buy them as early as possible. Bus carriers usually charge higher ticket prices the closer you book to the date of travel. Book your ticket at least 29 days in advance to save up to €116.25.
What bus companies travel from El Paso to San Antonio?
There are two bus lines that have daily service from El Paso to San Antonio that you can compare and book on Wanderu. Of these two carriers, Tornado Bus usually offers more choice, with 7 scheduled trips per day.
| Bus | Daily Trips | Avg. Time | Avg. Price |
|---|---|---|---|
| Greyhound | 3 | 14h 10m | €107.72 |
| Tornado Bus | 7 | 15h 36m | €140.38 |
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 3 bus trips from El Paso to San Antonio every day, with the average journey taking around 14 hours and 10 minutes to complete. Bus tickets for Greyhound trips to San Antonio usually start from €61.
Frequently Asked Questions
The bus takes an average of 14 hours and 26 minutes to cover the 808 kilometers from El Paso to San Antonio. However, the fastest bus only takes 8 hours. It’s definitely on the longer side, so plan to get comfortable for a long road trip. Keep in mind that your actual bus may arrive earlier or later than scheduled, depending on whether there is more or less traffic than usual.
Friday is the busiest travel day for buses as people head from El Paso to San Antonio 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, Tuesday is typically the least busy day for bus travel on this route. If you’re looking for a little extra space, a Tuesday ticket is the way to go.
The first bus leaves at 04:00 and the last bus leaves at 19:00. To see the times for all buses from El Paso to San Antonio, enter your specific travel dates in the search bar.
There are 10 scheduled buses that travel from El Paso to San Antonio every day, so you have a decent number of options to choose from. This includes 8 direct buses, where you can stay on the same bus without having to transfer to a connecting bus at any point during your trip.
Need more travel options? Consider taking the train from El Paso to San Antonio; ticket prices start at €63.41.
City Information
El Paso
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El Paso takes you to a world of art, history, entertainment, and style. Also known as the Sun City, El Paso is more than just stories of outlaws and their notoriety. While it is the city where one can learn about the lives of jailbreaker Billy the Kid and gunfighter John Wesley Hardin, it is also home to inspiring historical figures such as city attorney Richard F. Burges and missionary Fray Garcia.
El Paso has an exciting mix of art galleries and museums that depicts the city's rich culture and history. These are the reasons why El Paso lures thousands of painters, sculptors, photographers, and muralists from around the world. Among the best art galleries in the area are the Agave Rosa Gallery, Encaustic International Art Studio, and Ho Baron Sculpture Garden.
El Paso delivers when it comes to family and adult entertainment as well. Kids would surely love exploring the El Paso Zoo, trying the rides at the Western Playland, and biking along the Rio Grande. For adults, El Paso's regional casinos are worth visiting. And if you’re a fan of a mixed drink, El Paso is home to some of the country’s cheapest cocktails.
El Paso is easily accessible via train, bus, or air. Flights arrive at the El Paso International Airport or just north of the state border in Las Cruces, NM (the Las Cruces Shuttle runs from this airport to El Paso several times daily). Ground travel includes train service on Amtrak and bus service on several major bus carriers from El Paso to other destinations in Texas and beyond.
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 bus leave from in El Paso?
Main departure station: 400 W Paisano Dr
El Paso has two bus stations with service to San Antonio.
All bus stations in El Paso:
400 W Paisano Dr
Bus Terminal
Where does the bus arrive in San Antonio?
Main arrival station: Tornado Bus Station
These are the two stations where buses may stop when they arrive in San Antonio.
Bus stations in San Antonio:
Tornado Bus Station
Bus Terminal - 500 N St Marys St
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