How much is the bus ticket from Waco to Houston?

The cheapest bus tickets from Waco to Houston start from $46. The average price for this route is around $96. 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 Waco to Houston?

The average bus travel time from Waco to Houston is 5h 5m, covering a distance of 261 km. The quickest bus can get you there in 3h 25m and is operated by FlixBus .

Which bus companies service the Waco to Houston route?

Several major bus companies operate on this route with 12 buses available per day, including services from FlixBus , Greyhound , Valley Transit .

What are the earliest and latest departure times for the bus from Waco to Houston?

The earliest bus departs from Waco to Houston at 9:15am. And the latest bus departs at 8:50pm.

What are the CO₂ emissions for the bus trip from Waco to Houston?

A bus trip from Waco to Houston generates an estimated 7 kg of CO₂, making it a highly eco-friendly travel option and a mode of travel recommended by Busbud.

What is the best bus company from Waco to Houston?

According to Busbud customers, the highest-rated bus company on this route is FlixBus , with an average rating of 3.5 out of 5 stars based on 11799 reviews.

Which bus company has the best Wi-Fi from Waco to Houston?

Based on Busbud reviews, the bus company Valley Transit has the highest Wi-Fi rating with a score of 2.8.

Which bus company has the best on-time performance from Waco to Houston?

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.

Which bus company has the cleanest buses from Waco to Houston?

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.

Bus Waco to Houston from $36 | Refundable Tickets

Next bus departures

Next departures for Waco to Houston on January 13
Operated by	Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
	Bus	4:15pm	WACO, TX	4h 5m	8:20pm	Houston Bus Station	Cheapest
	Bus	2:10pm	1020 S 5th St - Waco S.	3h 25m	5:35pm	Downtown Gray & Smith	Fastest
Valley Transit + FlixBus	Bus	2:10pm	WACO, TX	5h 5m	7:15pm	Downtown Gray & Smith	No tags
	Bus	11:50am	1020 S 5th St - Waco S.	6h 35m	6:25pm	The Woodlands - Windvale Center	No tags
Valley Transit + FlixBus	Bus	9:15am	WACO, TX	6h 35m	3:50pm	Houston Uptown/Upper Kirby	No tags

Next departures for Waco to Houston on January 14
Operated by	Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
	Bus	4:15pm	WACO, TX	4h 5m	8:20pm	Houston Bus Station	CheapestFastest
	Bus	4:25pm	WACO, TX	7h 5m	11:30pm	Houston Bus Station	No tags
Valley Transit + Greyhound Lines, Inc.	Bus	8:50pm	WACO, TX	7h 50m	4:40am	Houston Bus Station	No tags
Valley Transit + FlixBus	Bus	9:15am	WACO, TX	4h 45m	2:00pm	Downtown Gray & Smith	No tags
	Bus	11:50am	1020 S 5th St - Waco S.	7h 25m	7:15pm	Downtown Gray & Smith	No tags

Next departures for Waco to Houston on January 15
Operated by	Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
	Bus	4:15pm	WACO, TX	4h 5m	8:20pm	Houston Bus Station	CheapestFastest
	Bus	4:25pm	WACO, TX	7h 5m	11:30pm	Houston Bus Station	No tags
Valley Transit + Greyhound Lines, Inc.	Bus	8:50pm	WACO, TX	7h 50m	4:40am	Houston Bus Station	No tags
Valley Transit + FlixBus	Bus	9:15am	WACO, TX	4h 45m	2:00pm	Downtown Gray & Smith	No tags
Greyhound Lines, Inc. + FlixBus	Bus	10:00am	WACO, TX	7h 5m	5:05pm	Downtown Gray & Smith	No tags

Next departures for Waco to Houston on January 16
Operated by	Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
	Bus	4:15pm	WACO, TX	4h 5m	8:20pm	Houston Bus Station	Cheapest
	Bus	2:15pm	1020 S 5th St - Waco S.	3h 25m	5:40pm	Downtown Gray & Smith	Fastest
Valley Transit + FlixBus	Bus	9:15am	WACO, TX	4h 45m	2:00pm	Downtown Gray & Smith	No tags
Greyhound Lines Mexico + FlixBus	Bus	3:05pm	WACO, TX	5h 35m	8:40pm	Downtown Gray & Smith	No tags
	Bus	11:50am	1020 S 5th St - Waco S.	6h 35m	6:25pm	The Woodlands - Windvale Center	No tags

Next departures for Waco to Houston on January 17
Operated by	Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
	Bus	4:15pm	WACO, TX	4h 5m	8:20pm	Houston Bus Station	Cheapest
	Bus	2:15pm	1020 S 5th St - Waco S.	3h 25m	5:40pm	Downtown Gray & Smith	Fastest
Valley Transit + FlixBus	Bus	9:15am	WACO, TX	4h 45m	2:00pm	Downtown Gray & Smith	No tags
	Bus	11:50am	1020 S 5th St - Waco S.	6h 35m	6:25pm	The Woodlands - Windvale Center	No tags
Valley Transit + FlixBus	Bus	2:10pm	WACO, TX	5h 5m	7:15pm	Downtown Gray & Smith	No tags

Next departures for Waco to Houston on January 18
Operated by	Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
	Bus	4:15pm	WACO, TX	4h 5m	8:20pm	Houston Bus Station	Cheapest
	Bus	2:15pm	1020 S 5th St - Waco S.	3h 25m	5:40pm	Downtown Gray & Smith	Fastest
Valley Transit + FlixBus	Bus	9:15am	WACO, TX	4h 45m	2:00pm	Downtown Gray & Smith	No tags
Greyhound Lines Mexico + FlixBus	Bus	3:05pm	WACO, TX	5h 35m	8:40pm	Downtown Gray & Smith	No tags
	Bus	11:50am	1020 S 5th St - Waco S.	6h 35m	6:25pm	The Woodlands - Windvale Center	No tags

Last refresh of the prices: Yesterday at 8:37 PM CST.

Get from Waco to Houston

This route is served by bus only

The journey takes about 5 hours 5 minutes, and with fares starting at just $46, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

12bus per day

5h 5mAverage Duration

261 kmDistance

7kgCO₂ emissions

Where are the popular stops in Waco and Houston?

Stops in Waco

A
Tornado Bus Station
1900 Speight Ave, Waco, TX 76706, USA
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B
Taquerias Arandas
1500 S 18th St, Waco, TX 76706, USA
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C
Downtown Transit Terminal, 301 S 8th street
301 S 8th St, Waco, TX 76706, USA
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D
Bellmead
701 Interstate 35 Frontage Rd, Bellmead, TX 76705, , USA
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Stops in Houston

A
Hillcroft Ave & Southwest Freeway
6590 Southwest Fwy, Houston, TX 77074, USA
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B
Downtown Greyhound Station
2121 Main St, Houston, TX 77002
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C
Harrisburg Greyhound Station
7000 Harrisburg Blvd, Houston, TX 77011, USA
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D
Harrisburg Senda Station
7011 Harrisburg Blvd, Houston, TX 77011, USA
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E
Clay St & Louisiana St
600-698 Clay St, Houston, TX 77002, USA
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F
Lockwood Dr & Harvey Wilson Dr
820 Lockwood Dr, Houston, TX 77002, USA
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Compare bus companies

FlixBus

3.5/512,028 reviews

Staff4.1

Timeliness3.9

Cleanliness4.1

Wifi2.7

Greyhound

3.5/587,498 reviews

Staff3.6

Timeliness2.9

Cleanliness3.3

Wifi2.4

Based on 87498 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 $47

Greyhound Waco Houston recent customer reviews

Very punctual, we even arrived early! Safe, smooth driving too. Wish WiFi was good for more than select entertainment.

Hailee N.

January 16, 2019

Good service good driver

Rafael V.

October 27, 2025

Overall it was a very positive experience.

Kirsti L.

February 2, 2020

Valley Transit

3/538 reviews

Staff4

Timeliness3.5

Cleanliness2.9

Wifi2.8

US bus companies:FlixBus, BlaBlaCar Bus, Greyhound, ALSA, Intercape, Trenitalia, Big Sky

Frequently asked questions about travelling from Waco to Houston, US 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 Waco to Houston?
The cheapest bus tickets from Waco to Houston start from $46. The average price for this route is around $96. 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 Waco to Houston?
The average bus travel time from Waco to Houston is 5h 5m, covering a distance of 261 km. The quickest bus can get you there in 3h 25m and is operated by FlixBus.
Which bus companies service the Waco to Houston route?
Several major bus companies operate on this route with 12 buses available per day, including services from FlixBus, Greyhound, Valley Transit.
What are the earliest and latest departure times for the bus from Waco to Houston?
The earliest bus departs from Waco to Houston at 9:15am. And the latest bus departs at 8:50pm.
What are the CO₂ emissions for the bus trip from Waco to Houston?
A bus trip from Waco to Houston generates an estimated 7 kg of CO₂, making it a highly eco-friendly travel option and a mode of travel recommended by Busbud.
What is the best bus company from Waco to Houston?
According to Busbud customers, the highest-rated bus company on this route is FlixBus, with an average rating of 3.5 out of 5 stars based on 11799 reviews.
Which bus company has the best Wi-Fi from Waco to Houston?
Based on Busbud reviews, the bus company Valley Transit has the highest Wi-Fi rating with a score of 2.8.
Which bus company has the best on-time performance from Waco to Houston?
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.
Which bus company has the cleanest buses from Waco to Houston?
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.

Best price found

01-11

$55

01-12

$55

Today

$52

01-14

$40

01-15

$40

01-16

$43

01-17

$40

01-18

$42

The cheapest trip from Waco to Houston, US was searched and found on Jan 14, 2026 with a price of $40

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

You can expect to pay from $40 to $143 for a bus ticket from Waco to Houston, US based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at $40 which is on 2026-01-14.

Usually FlixBus will charge you higher prices for tickets closer to the departure date. To find the best prices, you should be flexible on your date of travel.