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Journey Information
There are 19 intercity buses per day from Houston to Matamoros. Traveling by bus from Houston to Matamoros usually takes around 8 hours, but the fastest El Expreso Bus bus can make the trip in 7 hours and 15 minutes.
Distance | 563 mi (906 km) |
Shortest duration | 7h 0m |
Cheapest price | DKK 313.24 |
Trips per day | 19 |
Most frequent service | El Expreso Bus |
Bus lines | 2 |
What bus companies travel from Houston to Matamoros?
There are two bus lines that have daily service from Houston to Matamoros that you can compare and book on Wanderu. Of these two carriers, El Expreso Bus usually offers more choice, with 16 scheduled trips per day.
Bus | Daily Trips | Avg. Time | Avg. Price |
---|---|---|---|
El Expreso Bus | 16 | 8h 17m | DKK 313.24 |
Tornado Bus | 3 | 9h 4m | DKK 313.24 |
Frequently Asked Questions
The bus takes an average of 8 hours to cover the 563 miles from Houston to Matamoros. However, the fastest bus only takes 7 hours and 15 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.
Saturday is usually the day when buses are busiest, as many travelers take the bus to enjoy the weekend in Matamoros. If you are planning to travel on a Saturday, you should make sure to book tickets well in advance as they may sell out.
On the other hand, Sunday is typically the least busy day for bus travel on this route. If you are looking for less crowded buses to Matamoros, book your ticket for the last day of the week.
The first bus leaves at 7:00am and the last bus leaves at 10:00pm. To see the times for all buses from Houston to Matamoros, 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 Houston?
Main departure station: Tornado Bus Station - Lockwood
Buses to Matamoros leave from 4 stations in Houston.
All bus stations in Houston:
Tornado Bus Station - Lockwood
7011 Harrisburg Blvd
Bus Terminal - 2121 Main St
Tornado Bus Station - Airport
Where does the bus arrive in Matamoros?
Main arrival station: Central de Autobuses Lucio Blanco
All buses from Houston arrive at one main station in Matamoros.
All bus stations in Matamoros:
Central de Autobuses Lucio Blanco
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