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Journey Information
There are 2 intercity buses per day from Lake City to Houston. Traveling by bus from Lake City to Houston usually takes around 17 hours, but the fastest Tornado Bus bus can make the trip in 13 hours and 49.8 minutes.
| Distance | 762 mi (1227 km) |
| Shortest duration | 13h 50m |
| Cheapest price | $216.05 |
| Trips per day | 2 |
| Most frequent service | El Expreso Bus |
| Bus lines | 2 |
What bus companies travel from Lake City to Houston?
There are two bus lines that have daily service from Lake City to Houston that you can compare and book on Wanderu. However, each company only runs one bus per day.
| Bus | Daily Trips | Avg. Time | Avg. Price |
|---|---|---|---|
| El Expreso Bus | 1 | 17h 0m | $216.05 |
| Tornado Bus | 1 | 17h 1m | $216.05 |
Frequently Asked Questions
The bus takes an average of 17 hours to cover the 762 miles from Lake City to Houston. However, the fastest bus only takes 13 hours and 49.8 minutes. It’s definitely on the longer side, so plan to get comfortable for a long road trip. Keep in mind that your actual bus may arrive earlier or later than scheduled, depending on whether there is more or less traffic than usual.
The first bus leaves at 7:00pm and the last bus leaves at 7:00pm. To see the times for all buses from Lake City to Houston, enter your specific travel dates in the search bar.
City Information
Houston
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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 center 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 vacation 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 bus 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 bus leave from in Lake City?
Main departure station: 2470 W US Hwy 90
Most buses depart from the main station in Lake City.
All bus stations in Lake City:
2470 W US Hwy 90
Where does the bus arrive in Houston?
Main arrival station: Houston Southwest Fwy
These are the two stations where buses may stop when they arrive in Houston.
All bus stations in Houston:
Houston Southwest Fwy
Tornado Bus Station - Lockwood
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