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There are 12 intercity buses per day from Lafayette to Houston. Traveling by bus from Lafayette to Houston usually takes around 4 hours and 7 minutes, but the fastest FlixBus US bus can make the trip in 3 hours and 20 minutes.
Distance | 203 mi (327 km) |
Shortest duration | 3h 20m |
Cheapest price | $26.99 |
Trips per day | 12 |
Most frequent service | FlixBus US |
Bus lines | 2 |
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Peaceful and smooth ride, on schedule and made it safely
Bus tickets for a trip from Lafayette to Houston cost $32.11 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.
Bus tickets from Lafayette to Houston are expected to cost between $33 and $42 over the next four weeks. If you're planning a trip to Houston within the next week, you can find the cheapest bus tickets starting from $33. Don't wait too long to book your ticket, as prices tend to rise as the travel date approaches.
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 26 days in advance. This way, you can save up to $21.36 on your bus ticket compared to booking last-minute.
There are two bus lines that have daily service from Lafayette to Houston that you can compare and book on Wanderu. Of these two carriers, FlixBus US usually offers more choice, with 7 scheduled trips per day.
Bus | Daily Trips | Avg. Time | Avg. Price |
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FlixBus US | 7 | 3h 47m | $36.18 |
Greyhound | 5 | 4h 20m | $38.45 |
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 7 trips per day from Lafayette to Houston, 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 5 bus trips from Lafayette to Houston every day, with the average journey taking around 4 hours and 20 minutes to complete. Bus tickets for Greyhound trips to Houston usually start from $29.
The bus takes an average of 4 hours and 7 minutes to cover the 203 miles from Lafayette to Houston. However, the fastest bus only takes 3 hours and 20 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.
Because many passengers travel from Lafayette to Houston at the beginning of the work week, Monday is usually the busiest day for buses. If you are planning to travel on a Monday, you should make sure to book tickets well in advance as they may sell out.
On the other hand, Sunday is typically the least busy day for bus travel on this route. If you are looking for less crowded buses to Houston, book your ticket for the last day of the week.
The first bus leaves at 2:00am and the last bus leaves at 9:00pm. To see the times for all buses from Lafayette to Houston, enter your specific travel dates in the search bar.
There are 12 scheduled buses that travel from Lafayette to Houston every day, so you have a decent number of options to choose from. Furthermore, all of these are direct buses which you can take the entire route from Lafayette to Houston without transferring.
Need more travel options? Consider taking the train from Lafayette to Houston; ticket prices start at $32.00.
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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.
Lafayette has two bus stations with service to Houston.
1701 N University Ave
100 Lee Ave
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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 (Greyhound), Texas
Downtown - 605 Gray St
2525 Southwest Fwy (Timewise/Shell gas station lot)
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