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Plano to Austin Bus Schedule
Bus from Plano to Austin: Journey Information
There are 4 intercity buses per day from Plano to Austin. Traveling by bus from Plano to Austin usually takes around 4 hours and 1 minute, but the fastest RedCoach Business bus can make the trip in 3 hours and 50 minutes.
| Distance | 200 mi (322 km) |
| Shortest duration | 3h 50m |
| Cheapest price | $28.99 |
| Trips per day | 4 |
| Most frequent service | RedCoach Business |
| Bus lines | 3 |
How much is a bus ticket from Plano to Austin?
Bus tickets for a trip from Plano to Austin cost $36.82 on average. Opting to take a bus is a wallet-friendly way to make this trip. If you book your trip ahead of time using Wanderu, you can easily find bus tickets at or below this price.
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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 7 days in advance to save up to $16.67.
What bus companies travel from Plano to Austin?
There are 3 bus lines from Plano to Austin available for you to search and compare on Wanderu. RedCoach Business offers the most choice in regards to departure times, with a couple of different times on its daily bus schedule.
| Bus | Daily Trips | Avg. Time | Avg. Price |
|---|---|---|---|
| RedCoach Business | 2 | 4h 0m | $48.58 |
| RedCoach Economy | 2 | 4h 7m | $36.25 |
RedCoach First Class | 1 | 3h 55m | $54.81 |
Book RedCoach Business from Plano to Austin from $39. There are 2 trips per day offered by RedCoach Business from Plano to Austin and you can expect on average to pay for a RedCoach Business ticket to Austin. In Plano, RedCoach Business departs to Austin from Richardson / Plano - University of Texas at Dallas (UTD), TX . In Austin, RedCoach Business arrives at 353 W 21st St and one other station.
An average trip on RedCoach Business from Plano to Austin takes 4 hours and 0 minutes , while the fastest available RedCoach Business trip will get you to Austin in 3 hours and 50 minutes .
On weekends, RedCoach Business offers 2 trips per day. A one way ticket costs for a weekend trip to Austin.
Book RedCoach Economy from Plano to Austin from $29. There are 2 trips per day offered by RedCoach Economy from Plano to Austin and you can expect on average to pay for a RedCoach Economy ticket to Austin. In Plano, RedCoach Economy departs to Austin from Richardson / Plano - University of Texas at Dallas (UTD), TX . In Austin, RedCoach Economy arrives at 353 W 21st St and one other station.
An average trip on RedCoach Economy from Plano to Austin takes 4 hours and 7 minutes , while the fastest available RedCoach Economy trip will get you to Austin in 3 hours and 50 minutes .
On weekends, RedCoach Economy offers 1 trip per day and you could expect to pay for a one way ticket for your weekend getaway trip to Austin.
Book RedCoach First Class from Plano to Austin from $44. Typically there is one RedCoach First Class schedule per day from Plano to Austin and you can expect on average to pay for a RedCoach First Class ticket to Austin. In Plano, RedCoach First Class departs to Austin from Richardson / Plano - University of Texas at Dallas (UTD), TX . In Austin, RedCoach First Class arrives at 353 W 21st St .
An average trip on RedCoach First Class from Plano to Austin takes 3 hours and 55 minutes , while the fastest available RedCoach First Class trip will get you to Austin in 3 hours and 50 minutes .
On weekends, RedCoach First Class offers 1 trip per day and you could expect to pay for a one way ticket for your weekend getaway trip to Austin.
Frequently asked questions about traveling by bus from Plano to Austin
The bus takes an average of 4 hours to cover the 200 miles from Plano to Austin. However, the fastest bus only takes 3 hours and 50 minutes. In other words, you'll have plenty of time to rest and relax on the road. 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.
Friday is the busiest travel day for buses as people head from Plano to Austin for the weekend. If you are planning to travel on a Friday, you should make sure to book tickets well in advance as they may sell out.
On the other hand, Wednesday is typically the least busy day for bus travel on this route. If you're looking for some extra space on the bus, traveling mid-week is your best bet.
The first bus leaves at 8:00am and the last bus leaves at 3:00pm. To see the times for all buses from Plano to Austin, enter your specific travel dates in the search bar.
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 Plano?
Main departure station: Richardson / Plano - University of Texas at Dallas (UTD), TX
Most buses depart from the main station in Plano.
All bus stations in Plano:
Richardson / Plano - University of Texas at Dallas (UTD), TX
Where does the bus arrive in Austin?
Main arrival station: 353 W 21st St
These are the two stations where buses may stop when they arrive in Austin.
All bus stations in Austin:
353 W 21st St
534 Red River St
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