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Katy to California Bus Schedule
Bus from Katy to California: Journey Information
There are 2 intercity buses per day from Katy to California. Traveling by bus from Katy to California usually takes around 37 hours and 2 minutes, but the fastest FlixBus US bus can make the trip in 31 hours and 50 minutes.
| Distance | 639 mi (1028 km) |
| Shortest duration | 31h 50m |
| Cheapest price | $289.95 |
| Most frequent service | FlixBus US |
| Bus lines | 2 |
What bus companies travel from Katy to California?
There are two bus lines that have daily service from Katy to California that you can compare and book on Wanderu. However, each company only runs one bus per day.
| Bus | Daily Trips | Avg. Time | Avg. Price |
|---|---|---|---|
| FlixBus US | 1 | 1d 7h 50m | $296.11 |
| Greyhound | 1 | 1d 20h 50m | $318.40 |
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 1 trips per day from Katy to California, 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 1 bus trips from Katy to California every day, with the average journey taking around 44 hours and 50 minutes to complete. Bus tickets for Greyhound trips to California usually start from $294.
Frequently asked questions about traveling by bus from Katy to California
The bus takes an average of 37 hours and 2 minutes to cover the 639 miles from Katy to California. However, the fastest bus only takes 31 hours and 50 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.
Thursday is usually the day of the week when buses are busiest. If you are planning to travel on a Thursday, you should make sure to book tickets well in advance as they may sell out.
On the other hand, Tuesday is typically the least busy day for bus travel on this route. If you’re looking for a little extra space, a Tuesday ticket is the way to go.
The first bus leaves at 7:00am and the last bus leaves at 7:00am. To see the times for all buses from Katy to California, enter your specific travel dates in the search bar.
City Information
Station Information
Where does the bus leave from in Katy?
Main departure station: 653 Pin Oak
Most buses depart from the main station in Katy.
All bus stations in Katy:
653 Pin Oak
Where does the bus arrive in California?
Main arrival station: 164-198 W Versailles Ave
All buses from Katy arrive at one main station in California.
All bus stations in California:
164-198 W Versailles Ave
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