How much is the bus ticket from Houston to Jackson?

The cheapest bus tickets from Houston to Jackson start from $217. The average price for this route is around $257. 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 Jackson?

The average bus trip duration from Houston to Jackson is 1d 14h, covering a distance of 1058 miles (1706 km). The quickest bus can get you there in 1d 8h and is operated by Amtrak .

Which bus companies service the Houston to Jackson route?

Several major bus companies operate on this route with 7 buses available per day, including services from Amtrak , Greyhound , FlixBus , Valley Transit .

What is the earliest and latest departure time for the bus from Houston to Jackson?

The earliest bus departs from Houston to Jackson at 1:50am. And the latest bus departs at 11:20pm.

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

A bus trip from Houston to Jackson generates an estimated 43 kg of CO₂, making it a highly eco-friendly travel option and recommended mode of travel by Busbud.

What is the best bus company from Houston to Jackson?

According to Busbud customers, the highest-rated bus company on this route is Amtrak , with an average rating of 4.1 out of 5 stars based on 5696 reviews.

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

Based on reviews on Busbud, the bus company Amtrak has the best Wi-Fi rating with a score of 3.6.

Which bus company has the most timely service from Houston to Jackson?

According to Busbud traveller reviews, the most timely 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 Jackson?

According to Busbud traveller reviews, the bus company with the cleanest buses on this route is Amtrak , with a cleanliness rating of 4.5 out of 5 stars.

Bus Houston to Jackson from $241 | Refundable Tickets

Next departures

Next departures for Houston to Jackson on January 11
Operated by	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
FlixBus + Greyhound Lines, Inc.	11:20pm	Baytown, 6800 Thompson Rd	2d 1h	1:30am	Jackson (MI) Bus Station	Cheapest
	1:05pm	Amtrak Station	1d 8h	10:52pm	Jackson Station	Fastest
	1:05pm	Amtrak Station	1d 8h	10:52pm	Jackson Station	No tags
Greyhound Lines, Inc. + FlixBus	1:50am	Houston Bus Station	1d 9h	12:30pm	Jackson (MI) Bus Station	No tags
	2:10pm	Houston Bus Station	1d 10h	1:30am	Jackson (MI) Bus Station	No tags

Last refresh of the prices: Today at 9:57 AM CST.

Compare 2 ways to go from Houston to Jackson

We recommend taking the bus

Among the sustainable travel choices, the bus stands out as the good way to reach Jackson. The journey takes about 1 day, 14 hours 20 minutes and with fares starting at just $217, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

7bus per day

1d 14hAverage Duration

1058 milesDistance

43kgCO₂ emissions

	Average Price	Average Duration	CO₂ emissions	Actions
Bus	Average Price$217 - $448	Average Duration1d 14h	CO₂ emissions 43kg CO₂e
Train	Average Price$295 - $347	Average Duration2d 2h	CO₂ emissions 155kg CO₂e

Where are the popular stops in Houston and Jackson?

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
C
Harrisburg Greyhound Station
7000 Harrisburg Blvd, Houston, TX 77011, USA
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
F
Lockwood Dr & Harvey Wilson Dr
820 Lockwood Dr, Houston, TX 77002, USA

Stops in Jackson

A
Jackson Greyhound Terminal
127 W Cortland, Jackson, MI 49201

Compare bus companies

Amtrak

4/55,709 reviews

Staff4.7

Timeliness3.8

Cleanliness4.6

Wifi3.6

Greyhound

3.5/587,485 reviews

Staff3.6

Timeliness2.9

Cleanliness3.3

Wifi2.4

Greyhound Lines offers the most comprehensive intercity bus services in the United States. They operate a modern, environmentally friendly fleet that serves more than 2400 destinations and carries nearly 16 million passengers annually. When traveling with them, you can expect free WiFi, onboard entertainment, bathrooms, power outlets and decent legroom. One of the great perks of Greyhound is that they connect big cities and smaller towns in the US, where you usually can't get to by train or plane. If you're looking for safe and affordable transportation, Greyhound is a great choice.

FlixBus

3.5/511,946 reviews

Staff4.1

Timeliness3.9

Cleanliness4.1

Wifi2.7

Flixbus is a European bus operator that offers intercity and bus travel in over 38 countries. Known for their easy-to-spot lime green buses and for offering affordable transportation between cities in Europe and the Americas, Flixbus is a good option for those looking for an affordable, reliable bus company. In their buses, you'll find free WiFi, bathrooms, and power outlets. You can also pay extra to choose your seat and get extra legroom, or even buy a snack or drink onboard directly from the driver. You can reschedule your ticket for a small fee, which varies from $1 to $5, depending on how close you are to the departure date.

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 traveling from Houston, US to Jackson, MI, 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 Houston to Jackson?
The cheapest bus tickets from Houston to Jackson start from $217. The average price for this route is around $257. 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 Jackson?
The average bus trip duration from Houston to Jackson is 1d 14h, covering a distance of 1058 miles (1706 km). The quickest bus can get you there in 1d 8h and is operated by Amtrak.
Which bus companies service the Houston to Jackson route?
Several major bus companies operate on this route with 7 buses available per day, including services from Amtrak, Greyhound, FlixBus, Valley Transit.
What is the earliest and latest departure time for the bus from Houston to Jackson?
The earliest bus departs from Houston to Jackson at 1:50am. And the latest bus departs at 11:20pm.
What are the CO₂ emissions for the bus trip from Houston to Jackson?
A bus trip from Houston to Jackson generates an estimated 43 kg of CO₂, making it a highly eco-friendly travel option and recommended mode of travel by Busbud.
What is the best bus company from Houston to Jackson?
According to Busbud customers, the highest-rated bus company on this route is Amtrak, with an average rating of 4.1 out of 5 stars based on 5696 reviews.
Which bus company has the best Wi-Fi from Houston to Jackson?
Based on reviews on Busbud, the bus company Amtrak has the best Wi-Fi rating with a score of 3.6.
Which bus company has the most timely service from Houston to Jackson?
According to Busbud traveller reviews, the most timely 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 Jackson?
According to Busbud traveller reviews, the bus company with the cleanest buses on this route is Amtrak, with a cleanliness rating of 4.5 out of 5 stars.

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The cheapest trip from Houston, US to Jackson, MI, US was searched and found on Jan 11, 2026 with a price of $241

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

You can expect to pay from $241 to $844 for a bus ticket from Houston, US to Jackson, MI, US based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at $241 which is on 2026-01-11.