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Evanston to Houston Bus Schedule
Bus from Evanston to Houston: Journey Information
There are 4 intercity buses per day from Evanston to Houston. Traveling by bus from Evanston to Houston usually takes around 50 hours and 30 minutes, but the fastest Greyhound bus can make the trip in 36 hours and 15 minutes.
| Distance | 1180 mi (1900 km) |
| Shortest duration | 36h 15m |
| Cheapest price | $372.30 |
| Most frequent service | Greyhound |
| Bus lines | 1 |
What bus companies travel from Evanston to Houston?
There is one intercity bus company available to search and book on Wanderu that operates from Evanston to Houston. Greyhound connects the two cities by bus, it offers multiple scheduled buses per day for you to choose from.
| Bus | Daily Trips | Avg. Time | Avg. Price |
|---|---|---|---|
| Greyhound | 4 | 2d 2h 30m | $434.26 |
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 4 bus trips from Evanston to Houston every day, with the average journey taking around 50 hours and 30 minutes to complete. Bus tickets for Greyhound trips to Houston usually start from $372.
Frequently asked questions about traveling by bus from Evanston to Houston
The bus takes an average of 50 hours and 30 minutes to cover the 1180 miles from Evanston to Houston. However, the fastest bus only takes 36 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.
The first bus leaves at 8:00am and the last bus leaves at 8:00am. To see the times for all buses from Evanston to Houston, enter your specific travel dates in the search bar.
There are 4 scheduled buses that travel from Evanston to Houston every day, so you have a decent number of options to choose from. Unfortunately, none of them are direct connections, so no matter which bus you take, you will have to transfer buses at least once during your journey.
Need more travel options? Consider taking the train from Evanston to Houston; ticket prices start at $407.00.
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 Evanston?
Main departure station: 106 North 3rd St
Most buses depart from the main station in Evanston.
All bus stations in Evanston:
106 North 3rd St
Where does the bus arrive in Houston?
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Link to image attributionMain arrival station: Bus Terminal - 2121 Main St
The 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.
All bus stations in Houston:
Bus Terminal - 2121 Main St
6590 Southwest Hwy
Downtown - 605 Gray St
2525 Southwest Fwy (Timewise/Shell gas station lot)
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