Next bus departures
| Operated by | Vehicle type | Departure time | Departure location | Trip duration | Arrival time | Arrival location | Recommended | Price and booking link |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
 | Bus | Houston Bus Station | WACO, TX | Cheapest | ||||
 | Bus | Downtown Gray & Smith | 1020 S 5th St - Waco S. | Fastest | ||||
FlixBus + Greyhound Lines, Inc. | Bus | Downtown Gray & Smith | WACO, TX | No tags | ||||
FlixBus + Valley Transit | Bus | Downtown Gray & Smith | WACO, TX | No tags | ||||
 | Bus | Houston Lockwood, (TX - TBC Lockwood) | Tornado Bus Station | No tags |
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Get from Houston to Waco
The journey takes about 5 hours 50 minutes, and with fares starting at just £26, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.
Where are the popular stops in Houston and Waco?
Stops in Houston
- A
Hillcroft Ave & Southwest Freeway
6590 Southwest Fwy, Houston, TX 77074, USA - B2121 Main St, Houston, TX 77002
- C
Harrisburg Greyhound Station
7000 Harrisburg Blvd, Houston, TX 77011, USA - D7011 Harrisburg Blvd, Houston, TX 77011, USA
- E
Clay St & Louisiana St
600-698 Clay St, Houston, TX 77002, USA - F
Lockwood Dr & Harvey Wilson Dr
820 Lockwood Dr, Houston, TX 77002, USA
Stops in Waco
- A1900 Speight Ave, Waco, TX 76706, USA
- B
Taquerias Arandas
1500 S 18th St, Waco, TX 76706, USA - C
Downtown Transit Terminal, 301 S 8th street
301 S 8th St, Waco, TX 76706, USA - D
Bellmead
701 Interstate 35 Frontage Rd, Bellmead, TX 76705, , USA
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Frequently asked questions about travelling by bus from Houston, US to Waco
Please note that timetables, routes, or operator details shown here may be updated or vary at the time of your journey.
How much is the bus ticket from Houston to Waco?
The cheapest coach tickets from Houston to Waco start from £26. The average price for this route is around £56. Busbud recommends that you book your tickets in advance for a better chance to get the lowest possible price.
How long is the bus journey from Houston to Waco?
The average bus journey time from Houston to Waco is 5h 50m, covering a distance of 163 miles. The fastest bus can take you there in 3h 15m and is operated by FlixBus.
Which bus companies service the Houston to Waco route?
Several major bus companies operate on this route with 12 buses available per day, including services from FlixBus, Greyhound, Tornado Bus, Valley Transit.
What is the earliest and latest departure time for the bus from Houston to Waco?
The earliest bus departs from Houston to Waco at 02:00. And the latest bus departs at 19:15.
What are the CO₂ emissions for the bus trip from Houston to Waco?
A bus journey from Houston to Waco produces an estimated 7 kg of CO₂, making it a highly eco-friendly choice and a mode of travel recommended by Busbud.
Which is the best bus company from Houston to Waco?
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 11380 reviews.
Which company has the best Wi-Fi from Houston to Waco?
Based on Busbud reviews, the bus company Tornado Bus has the best Wi-Fi rating with a score of 3.6.
Which bus company offers the most punctual service from Houston to Waco?
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 Houston to Waco?
According to Busbud traveller reviews, the bus company with the cleanest buses on this route is Tornado Bus, with a cleanliness rating of 4.5 out of 5 stars.
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 Waco was searched and found on 3 Dec 2025 with a price of £24To save money and be sure you have the best seat, it's a good idea to buy your bus tickets from Houston, US to Waco as early as possible.
You can expect to pay from £24 to £113 for a bus ticket from Houston, US to Waco based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at £24, which is on 2025-12-03.
Usually Tornado Bus 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.
