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Cheapest Bus Tickets in the Next 2 Weeks

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Houston to Dallas, TX bus - cost & duration

Cheapest price$1.00
Shortest Duration3h 40m
Trips per day14
bus carriers2
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bus Trip Reviews from Wanderu Customers

Overall score for Houston to Dallas
4.9
Based on 7 reviews

Based on 5 reviews
Overview
Users that traveled with Greyhound report that they were happy with the WiFi on board 75 percent of the time.
Ratings (Out of 5)
Comfort
3.8
Staff
3.8
Value
3.8
Condition
4.0
Nkateko
5.0
July 23, 2019Vacation
Pros
Staff were great. Helped me with all my issues
Cons
I enjoyed it.
Tips
Bus had WiFi
Ayona
5.0
June 7, 2019Business
Pros
Wi-Fi Comfortable Not crowded. I had the seat to myself on both trips. Staff were helpful, kind and professional.
Tips
Bring a blanket, snacks, water, headphones and anything else to help make you comfortable.
Jessica
5.0
June 4, 2019Vacation
Pros
I liked that we arrived on time and my trip was express. I also liked that I was able to carry large luggage.
Cons
Bathroom cleaning.

Based on 2 reviews
Overview
Users that traveled with Megabus report that they were happy with the WiFi on board 50 percent of the time.
Ratings (Out of 5)
Comfort
3.5
Staff
4.0
Value
4.5
Condition
4.0
Rachelle
5.0
February 8, 2020Visiting friends
Pros
I appreciated the bus driver adjusting the temp and putting the heat on.
Cons
leg room
Adnan
5.0
July 19, 2019Business
Pros
Excellent smooth ride On time departure and arrival Comfortable
Cons
Seats can be more comfortable Because after few hours I felt tired of sitting.. need more cushion...
Tips
Best experience I didn’t check if WiFi was working or not

Frequently Asked Questions

How far is Houston from Dallas by plane?

A nonstop flight from Houston to Dallas takes about 1 hour and 15 minutes, and you can expect to pay at least $200. George Bush Intercontinental Airport in Houston recommends arriving two hours prior to your departure, so in sum you’re looking at a total travel time of about 3 hours and 15 minutes. For an average price of just $16.54, a bus to Dallas will take just about an hour or so longer.

Does Megabus go to Dallas, Texas?

Megabus does operate between Houston and Dallas, with an average of 3 trips per day. An average trip costs about $20.58, and average travel time is about 4 hours and 14 minutes.

How long is a car ride from Houston to Dallas?

Driving north on Interstate 45, a typical car ride from Houston to Dallas with minimal traffic takes about 3 hours and 30 minutes. Taking a bus from Houston to Dallas is only a bit longer: The fastest trip gets you there in 3 hours and 40 minutes, while the average travel time is closer to 4 hours and 15 minutes.

How much does a bus ticket from Houston to Dallas, TX cost?

Based on the last 30 days, the cheapest average bus fares from Houston to Dallas were $10.91.

The best way to find cheap bus tickets from Houston to Dallas is by booking earlier as most bus companies increase the price as the departure date approaches. By booking 28 days out, tickets are on average $14.96 cheaper than those that are booked last minute.

How long is the bus ride from Houston to Dallas, TX?

The distance between Houston and Dallas is approximately 224.92 miles, or 361.88 kilometers. The average travel time for a bus between these two cities is around 4 hours and 33 minutes, although the absolute fastest you could get there is 3 hours and 40 minutes.

Looking for ways to pass the time? Most buses are equipped with Wi-Fi, which means you can stream music, browse social media or get some work done during your ride. That said, in case your bus has a spotty signal, or is among the few without Wi-Fi, we also recommend downloading TV shows and movies to your mobile device in advance of your trip. That way the ride will fly by whatever the Wi-Fi situation.

What is the busiest time to travel by bus from Houston to Dallas?

The busiest time of the week for travel from Houston to Dallas, TX by bus is usually on Saturday. When planning to travel around this time, tickets should be booked well in advance as they may sell out and you may find buses more full than usual. Wednesday tends to be when the fewest number of bus tickets are sold. If you’re looking for a little extra space, buses departing at this time are the least likely to be crowded.

What bus companies travel from Houston to Dallas?

On average there are 14 scheduled bus trips per day. Greyhound has the most regularly scheduled departures from Houston to Dallas, TX, with an average of 9.18 trips per day and 140 monthly trips. 2 bus carriers serve the route from Houston to Dallas. Of the 14 trips there are 12 trips that are direct connections to Dallas.

2 carriers offer Houston to Dallas, TX bus trips

Greyhound

Book Greyhound from Houston to Dallas from $13.00. There are 9.180328 trips per day offered by Greyhound from Houston to Dallas and you can expect on average to pay $21.02 for a Greyhound ticket to Dallas. In Houston, Greyhound departs to Dallas from Bus Terminal - 2121 Main St and one other station. In Dallas, Greyhound arrives at Bus Terminal - 205 S Lamar St,

An average trip on Greyhound from Houston to Dallas takes 5 hours and 7 minutes, while the fastest available Greyhound trip will get you to Dallas in 3 hours and 40 minutes,

On weekends, Greyhound offers 9.705882 trips per day. A one way ticket costs $22.29 for a weekend trip to Dallas.

Avg. Time
5h 7m
Avg. Price
$21.02

Megabus

Book Megabus from Houston to Dallas from $1.00. There are 4.633333 trips per day offered by Megabus from Houston to Dallas and you can expect on average to pay $16.04 for a Megabus ticket to Dallas. In Houston, Megabus departs to Dallas from 815 Pierce St at Travis St, In Dallas, Megabus arrives at DART E Transfer Ctr - 330 N Olive St,

An average trip on Megabus from Houston to Dallas takes 4 hours and 11 minutes, while the fastest available Megabus trip will get you to Dallas in 3 hours and 40 minutes,

On weekends, Megabus offers 5.375 trips per day. A one way ticket costs $23.58 for a weekend trip to Dallas.

Avg. Time
4h 11m
Avg. Price
$16.04

Plan your next adventure

There are 3 stations you could depart from, depending on the bus line you travel with. Most bus trips to Dallas will depart from these stations in Houston:
  • Bus Terminal - 2121 Main St
  • 815 Pierce St at Travis St
  • 7011 Harrisburg Blvd
Buses arrive in Dallas at 2 stations, depending on which bus line you are traveling with. These are the main bus stations in Dallas for trips arriving from Houston:
  • Bus Terminal - 205 S Lamar St
  • DART E Transfer Ctr - 330 N Olive St

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