Bus from New York City to Austin, TX, US: Tickets & Schedules

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Next departures for New York City to Austin on November 29
Operated byVehicle typeDeparture timeDeparture locationTrip durationArrival timeArrival locationRecommendedPrice and booking link
FlixBus + Greyhound
Bus
New York Port Authority
Austin South CongressNo tags
Greyhound + Valley Transit
Bus
New York Port Authority
Austin Eastside Bus PlazaNo tags
Greyhound + FlixBus
Bus
New York Port Authority
Austin South CongressNo tags
FlixBus + Greyhound
Bus
New York Port Authority
Downtown AustinNo tags
FlixBus + Greyhound
Bus
NYC Midtown (31st St & 8th Ave)
Downtown AustinNo tags

Compare 2 ways to go from New York City to Austin

We recommend taking the bus

Among the sustainable travel choices, the bus stands out as a good way to reach Austin. The journey takes about 2 days, 20 minutes, and with fares starting at just $206, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

71bus per day
2d Average Duration
2432 kmDistance
61kgCO₂ emissions
Average Price$206 - $887Average Duration2d
61kg CO₂e
Train
Average Price$410 - $823Average Duration2d 8h
222kg CO₂e

Frequently asked questions about travelling from New York City to Austin, TX, US by bus

Please note that schedules, routes, or operator details shown here may be updated or vary at the time of your trip.

  1. How much is the bus ticket from New York City to Austin?

    The cheapest bus tickets from New York City to Austin start from $206. The average price for this route is around $289. Busbud recommends that you book your tickets in advance for a better chance to get the lowest possible price.

  2. How long is the bus ride from New York City to Austin?

    The average bus travel time from New York City to Austin is 2d , covering a distance of 2432 km. The quickest bus can get you there in 1d 17h and is operated by FlixBus.

  3. Which bus companies service the New York City to Austin route?

    Several major bus companies operate on this route with 71 buses available per day, including services from Greyhound, FlixBus.

  4. What are the earliest and latest departure times for the bus from New York City to Austin?

    The earliest bus departs from New York City to Austin at 12:55am. And the latest bus departs at 11:59pm.

  5. What are the CO₂ emissions for the bus trip from New York City to Austin?

    A bus trip from New York City to Austin generates an estimated 61 kg of CO₂, making it a highly eco-friendly travel option and a mode of travel recommended by Busbud.

  6. What is the best bus company from New York City to Austin?

    According to Busbud customers, the highest-rated bus company on this route is Greyhound, with an average rating of 3.5 out of 5 stars based on 87387 reviews.

  7. Which bus company has the best Wi-Fi from New York City to Austin?

    Based on Busbud reviews, the bus company FlixBus has the highest Wi-Fi rating with a score of 2.7.

  8. Which bus company has the best on-time performance from New York City to Austin?

    According to Busbud traveller reviews, the most punctual bus company on this route is FlixBus, with a punctuality rating of 3.9 out of 5 stars.

  9. Which bus company has the cleanest buses from New York City to Austin?

    According to Busbud traveller reviews, the bus company with the cleanest buses on this route is FlixBus, with a cleanliness rating of 4.1 out of 5 stars.

Find cheapest prices for buses

Price is for a one-way ticket for one passenger and based on past searches.

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busbud logoThe cheapest trip from New York City to Austin, TX, US was searched and found on Dec 1, 2025 with a price of $175

To save money and be sure you have the best seat, it's a good idea to buy your bus tickets from New York City to Austin, TX, US, as early as possible.

You can expect to pay from $175 to $202 for a bus ticket from New York City to Austin, TX, US based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at $175 which is on 2025-12-01.

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