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Is it better to travel by bus or train from Shreveport to Austin?
There are usually 2 daily train trips available from Shreveport to Austin.
Bus | Train | |
|---|---|---|
Avg. Price | Avg. Price€106.36 | Avg. Price€58.19 |
Daily Trips | Daily Trips7 | Daily Trips2 |
Duration | Duration10h 21m | Duration12h 8m |
Bus from Shreveport to Austin: Journey Information
There are 9 intercity buses per day from Shreveport to Austin. Traveling by bus from Shreveport to Austin usually takes around 9 hours and 36 minutes, but the fastest Greyhound bus can make the trip in 7 hours and 35 minutes.
| Distance | 282 mi (455 km) |
| Shortest duration | 7h 35m |
| Cheapest price | €39.25 |
| Trips per day | 5 |
| Most frequent service | Tornado Bus |
| Bus lines | 2 |
How much is a bus ticket from Shreveport to Austin?
Bus tickets for a trip from Shreveport to Austin cost €61.04 on average. While it’s a bit pricey for a bus ticket, it’s still significantly more cost-effective than flying. If you book your trip ahead of time using Wanderu, you can easily find bus tickets at or below this price.
Average bus ticket prices from Shreveport to Austin by travel date
Bus tickets from Shreveport to Austin are expected to cost between €63 and €106 over the next four weeks. If you're planning a trip to Austin within the next week, you can find the cheapest bus tickets starting from €78. Don't wait too long to book your ticket, as prices tend to rise as the travel date approaches.
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 25 days in advance to save up to €77.05.
What bus companies travel from Shreveport to Austin?
There are two bus 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 5 scheduled trips per day.
| Bus | Daily Trips | Avg. Time | Avg. Price |
|---|---|---|---|
| Greyhound | 3 | 9h 13m | €81.84 |
| Tornado Bus | 5 | 10h 51m | €139.31 |
Greyhound is the largest nationwide bus 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 Shreveport to Austin every day, with the average journey taking around 9 hours and 13 minutes to complete. Bus tickets for Greyhound trips to Austin usually start from €39.
Frequently asked questions about traveling by bus from Shreveport to Austin
The bus takes an average of 9 hours and 36 minutes to cover the 282 miles from Shreveport to Austin. However, the fastest bus 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 bus may arrive earlier or later than scheduled, depending on whether there is more or less traffic than usual.
Because many passengers travel from Shreveport to Austin at the beginning of the work week, Monday is usually the busiest day for buses. If you are planning to travel on a Monday, 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 bus travel on this route. If you’re looking for a little extra space, a Friday ticket is the way to go.
The first bus leaves at 2:00am and the last bus leaves at 6:00pm. To see the times for all buses from Shreveport to Austin, enter your specific travel dates in the search bar.
There are 9 scheduled buses that travel from Shreveport to Austin every day, so you have a decent number of options to choose from. This includes 5 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 Shreveport to Austin; ticket prices start at €35.12.
City Information
Austin
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Austin is the capital of the Lone Star State and one of the best vacation 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 neighborhood 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 bus stations that serve Austin are located close to the city center, making ground transportation the more convenient way to travel in and out of town.
Station Information
Where does the bus leave from in Shreveport?
Main departure station: QuikTrip Gas Station
Shreveport has two bus stations with service to Austin.
All bus stations in Shreveport:
QuikTrip Gas Station
SporTran Intermodal Terminal
Where does the bus arrive in Austin?
Main arrival station: 711 E Ben White Blvd
Buses arrive in Austin at 4 stations, depending on which bus line you are traveling with.
All bus stations in Austin:
711 E Ben White Blvd
Eastside Bus Plz
Downtown Austin
Austin South Congress
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