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| Operated by | Vehicle type | Departure time | Departure location | Trip duration | Arrival time | Arrival location | Recommended | Price and booking link |
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 | Bus | Houston Bus Station | Ft Smith Van Buren (Depot) | No tags | ||||
| Bus | Houston Bus Station | Ft Smith Van Buren (Depot) | No tags | ||||
FlixBus + Greyhound | Bus | Houston Bus Station | Ft Smith Van Buren (Depot) | No tags | ||||
FlixBus + Greyhound | Bus | Downtown Gray & Smith | Ft Smith Van Buren (Depot) | No tags | ||||
| Bus | Houston Bus Station | Ft Smith Van Buren (Depot) | No tags |
Get from Houston to Van Buren
The journey takes about 17 hours, and with fares starting at just $148, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.
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Based on 87407 reviews, the company was rated 3.5 stars on Busbud. Travellers were especially satisfied with the ticket access and the temperature but often complained with the WiFi. Greyhound ticket prices on this trip start at $179
Frequently asked questions about travelling from Houston, US to Van Buren by bus
Please note that schedules, routes, or operator details shown here may be updated or vary at the time of your trip.
How much is the bus ticket from Houston to Van Buren?
The cheapest bus tickets from Houston to Van Buren start from $148. The average price for this route is around $239. Busbud recommends that you book your tickets in advance for a better chance to get the lowest possible price.
How long is the bus ride from Houston to Van Buren?
The average bus travel time from Houston to Van Buren is 17h, covering a distance of 639 km. The quickest bus can get you there in 23h 30m and is operated by Greyhound.
Which bus companies service the Houston to Van Buren route?
Several major bus companies operate on this route with 3 buses available per day.
What are the earliest and latest departure times for the bus from Houston to Van Buren?
The earliest bus departs from Houston to Van Buren at 7:10am. And the latest bus departs at 10:35am.
What are the CO₂ emissions for the bus trip from Houston to Van Buren?
A bus trip from Houston to Van Buren generates an estimated 16 kg of CO₂, making it a highly eco-friendly travel option and a mode of travel recommended by Busbud.
Find cheapest prices for buses
Price is for a one-way ticket for one passenger and based on past searches.
The cheapest trip from Houston, US to Van Buren was searched and found on Dec 3, 2025 with a price of $168To save money and be sure you have the best seat, it's a good idea to buy your bus tickets from Houston, US to Van Buren, as early as possible.
You can expect to pay from $168 to $212 for a bus ticket from Houston, US to Van Buren based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at $168 which is on 2025-12-03.
