5.0
Pros: Trip was very quiet, clean, comfortable and ample leg room. Had movies playing the entire ride. Staff was verynice. Cons: Nothing.
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There are 23 intercity buses per day from Houston to Brownsville. Traveling by bus from Houston to Brownsville usually takes around 9 hours, but the fastest Tornado Bus bus can make the trip in 6 hours,
Distance | 297 mi (477 km) |
Shortest duration | 6h 0m |
Cheapest price | DKK 233.28 |
Trips per day | 17 |
Most frequent service | FlixBus US |
Bus lines | 3 |
Average score for buses from Houston to Brownsville
(Based on 3 ratings and reviews)
5.0
Pros: Trip was very quiet, clean, comfortable and ample leg room. Had movies playing the entire ride. Staff was verynice. Cons: Nothing.
Bus tickets for a trip from Houston to Brownsville cost DKK 310.55 on average. Tickets cheaper than DKK 310.55 are an excellent bargain. If you book your trip ahead of time using Wanderu, you can easily find bus tickets at or below this price.
Over the next four weeks, the average price of bus tickets from Houston to Brownsville is expected to be between DKK 300 and DKK 348. The cheapest day to travel in the next month is May 13, 2024, when tickets are available for May 13, 2024. The cheapest bus tickets available in the next week start at just DKK 314.
Most bus companies charge higher ticket prices closer to the date of travel, so it’s a good idea to buy your bus tickets as early as possible. To find the cheapest bus tickets, book your trip at least 22 days in advance. This way, you can save up to DKK 201.99 on your bus ticket compared to booking last-minute.
There are 3 bus lines from Houston to Brownsville available for you to search and compare on Wanderu. With 12 daily trips, FlixBus US usually has the most buses running on any given day. Here are some time and price comparisons for all the available options:
Bus | Daily Trips | Avg. Time | Avg. Price |
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FlixBus US | 12 | 9h 30m | DKK 355.91 |
Greyhound | 10 | 8h 47m | DKK 341.48 |
Tornado Bus | 3 | 6h 30m | DKK 418.06 |
FlixBus US is the American branch of German bus company FlixBus, known for providing sustainable, affordable, and modern bus travel. The company offers cheap bus tickets to popular urban destinations throughout the United States. FlixBus US buses include many amenities, including comfortable seats, free WiFi, power outlets at every seat, and an online portal for free entertainment. On average, FlixBus US operates 12 trips per day from Houston to Brownsville, and the average ticket for this route costs only .
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 10 bus trips from Houston to Brownsville every day, with the average journey taking around 8 hours and 47 minutes to complete. Bus tickets for Greyhound trips to Brownsville usually start from DKK 226.
The bus takes an average of 9 hours to cover the 297 miles from Houston to Brownsville. However, the fastest bus only takes 6 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.
Tuesday is usually the day of the week when buses are busiest. If you are planning to travel on a Tuesday, you should make sure to book tickets well in advance as they may sell out.
On the other hand, Saturday is typically the least busy day for bus travel on this route. If you’re looking for a little extra space, a Saturday ticket is the way to go.
The first bus leaves at 12:00am and the last bus leaves at 11:00pm. To see the times for all buses from Houston to Brownsville, enter your specific travel dates in the search bar.
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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.
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Link to image attributionThe Bus Terminal at 2121 Main Street is centrally located within downtown Houston and serves as a hub for bus service from Greyhound, Jefferson Lines and Tornado Bus. From Houston’s bus terminal, you might connect to other cities in Texas such as Dallas, Austin, and San Antonio, or further afield to Los Angeles and New York. The station is open 24 hours a day, with restrooms, seating, and several food options available onsite. Within a few minutes’ walk from the bus terminal, you’ll find parking, rental car agencies, gas stations, fast food, and a Light Rail station to easily access the rest of Houston.
Houston (Bus Station)
6590 Southwest Hwy
Downtown - 605 Gray St
2525 Southwest Fwy (Timewise/Shell gas station lot)
Tornado Bus Station - Lockwood
Tornado Bus Station - Airport
Houston Southwest Fwy
These are the two stations where buses may stop when they arrive in Brownsville.
Brownsville Bus Station
Tornado Bus Station
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