How much is the bus ticket from New York City to Houston?

The cheapest bus tickets from New York City to Houston start from $108. The average price for this route is around $198. 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 New York City to Houston?

The average bus trip duration from New York City to Houston is 1d 23h, covering a distance of 1417 miles (2285 km). The quickest bus can get you there in 1d 11h and is operated by FlixBus .

Which bus companies service the New York City to Houston route?

Several major bus companies operate on this route with 137 buses available per day, including services from Greyhound , FlixBus .

What is the earliest and latest departure time for the bus from New York City to Houston?

The earliest bus departs from New York City to Houston at 1:05am. And the latest bus departs at 11:59pm.

What are the CO₂ emissions for the bus trip from New York City to Houston?

A bus trip from New York City to Houston generates an estimated 57 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 New York City to Houston?

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 87463 reviews.

Which bus company has the best Wi-Fi from New York City to Houston?

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

Which bus company has the most timely service from New York City to Houston?

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 New York City 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 New York City to Houston from $130 | Refundable Tickets

Next bus departures

Next departures for New York City to Houston on January 3
Operated by	Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
FlixBus + Greyhound Lines, Inc.	Bus	10:00pm	NYC Midtown (31st St & 8th Ave)	1d 10h	7:10am	Houston Bus Station	CheapestFastest
	Bus	11:00pm	New York Port Authority	1d 13h	11:20am	Houston Bus Station	No tags
Greyhound Lines, Inc. + FlixBus	Bus	11:00pm	New York Port Authority	1d 14h	12:00pm	Downtown Gray & Smith	No tags
Greyhound Lines, Inc. + FlixBus	Bus	11:00pm	New York Port Authority	1d 16h	2:35pm	Houston Uptown/Upper Kirby	No tags
FlixBus + Greyhound Lines, Inc.	Bus	10:00pm	NYC Midtown (31st St & 8th Ave)	1d 15h	12:00pm	Downtown Gray & Smith	No tags

Next departures for New York City to Houston on January 4
Operated by	Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
FlixBus + Greyhound Lines, Inc.	Bus	7:45pm	New York (Hudson Yards)	2d 9h	4:40am	Baytown, 6800 Thompson Rd	Cheapest
FlixBus + Greyhound Lines, Inc.	Bus	10:00pm	NYC Midtown (31st St & 8th Ave)	1d 10h	7:10am	Houston Bus Station	Fastest
Greyhound Lines, Inc. + FlixBus	Bus	2:30am	New York Port Authority	1d 16h	5:55pm	Houston Bus Station	No tags
	Bus	11:00pm	New York Port Authority	1d 13h	11:20am	Houston Bus Station	No tags
Greyhound Lines, Inc. + Valley Transit	Bus	3:40pm	New York Port Authority	2d 13h	3:45am	Hillcroft Ave & Southwest Freeway	No tags

Next departures for New York City to Houston on January 5
Operated by	Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
	Bus	11:00pm	New York Port Authority	1d 13h	11:20am	Houston Bus Station	Cheapest
FlixBus + Greyhound Lines, Inc.	Bus	10:00pm	NYC Midtown (31st St & 8th Ave)	1d 10h	7:10am	Houston Bus Station	Fastest
Greyhound Lines, Inc. + FlixBus	Bus	2:30am	New York Port Authority	1d 16h	5:55pm	Houston Bus Station	No tags
Greyhound Lines, Inc. + Valley Transit	Bus	3:40pm	New York Port Authority	2d 13h	3:45am	Hillcroft Ave & Southwest Freeway	No tags
FlixBus + Greyhound Lines, Inc. + Valley Transit	Bus	7:00pm	New York (Hudson Yards)	2d 1h	7:00pm	Houston Uptown/Upper Kirby	No tags

Next departures for New York City to Houston on January 6
Operated by	Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
FlixBus + Greyhound Lines, Inc.	Bus	4:30pm	Brooklyn (3 Av/38th St)	2d 13h	4:40am	Baytown, 6800 Thompson Rd	Cheapest
FlixBus + Greyhound Lines, Inc.	Bus	10:00pm	NYC Midtown (31st St & 8th Ave)	1d 10h	7:10am	Houston Bus Station	Fastest
	Bus	2:30am	New York Port Authority	1d 23h	1:25am	Houston Bus Station	No tags
Greyhound Lines, Inc. + FlixBus	Bus	8:05pm	New York Port Authority	1d 12h	7:10am	Houston Bus Station	No tags
Greyhound Lines, Inc. + Valley Transit	Bus	3:40pm	New York Port Authority	2d 13h	3:45am	Hillcroft Ave & Southwest Freeway	No tags

Next departures for New York City to Houston on January 7
Operated by	Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Greyhound Lines, Inc. + FlixBus	Bus	11:00pm	New York Port Authority	1d 16h	2:15pm	Downtown Gray & Smith	Cheapest
FlixBus + Greyhound Lines, Inc.	Bus	10:00pm	NYC Midtown (31st St & 8th Ave)	1d 10h	7:10am	Houston Bus Station	Fastest
	Bus	2:30am	New York Port Authority	1d 23h	1:25am	Houston Bus Station	No tags
Greyhound Lines, Inc. + FlixBus	Bus	8:05pm	New York Port Authority	1d 12h	7:10am	Houston Bus Station	No tags
Greyhound Lines, Inc. + Valley Transit	Bus	3:40pm	New York Port Authority	2d 13h	3:45am	Hillcroft Ave & Southwest Freeway	No tags

Next departures for New York City to Houston on January 8
Operated by	Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Greyhound Lines, Inc. + FlixBus	Bus	8:05pm	New York Port Authority	1d 12h	7:10am	Houston Bus Station	Cheapest
FlixBus + Greyhound Lines, Inc.	Bus	10:00pm	NYC Midtown (31st St & 8th Ave)	1d 10h	7:10am	Houston Bus Station	Fastest
Greyhound Lines, Inc. + FlixBus	Bus	8:30am	New York Port Authority	1d 17h	1:25am	Houston Bus Station	No tags
	Bus	11:00pm	New York Port Authority	1d 13h	11:20am	Houston Bus Station	No tags
Greyhound Lines, Inc. + Valley Transit	Bus	3:40pm	New York Port Authority	2d 13h	3:45am	Hillcroft Ave & Southwest Freeway	No tags

Next departures for New York City to Houston on January 9
Operated by	Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
	Bus	11:00pm	New York Port Authority	1d 13h	11:20am	Houston Bus Station	Cheapest
FlixBus + Greyhound Lines, Inc.	Bus	10:00pm	NYC Midtown (31st St & 8th Ave)	1d 10h	7:10am	Houston Bus Station	Fastest
Greyhound Lines, Inc. + FlixBus	Bus	2:30am	New York Port Authority	1d 16h	5:55pm	Houston Bus Station	No tags
Greyhound Lines, Inc. + Valley Transit	Bus	3:40pm	New York Port Authority	2d 13h	3:45am	Hillcroft Ave & Southwest Freeway	No tags
FlixBus + Greyhound Lines, Inc. + Valley Transit	Bus	4:00pm	NYC Midtown (31st St & 8th Ave)	2d 12h	3:45am	Hillcroft Ave & Southwest Freeway	No tags

Next departures for New York City to Houston on January 10
Operated by	Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
FlixBus + Greyhound Lines, Inc.	Bus	9:15pm	Chinatown	2d 8h	4:40am	Baytown, 6800 Thompson Rd	Cheapest
FlixBus + Greyhound Lines, Inc.	Bus	10:00pm	NYC Midtown (31st St & 8th Ave)	1d 10h	7:10am	Houston Bus Station	Fastest
Greyhound Lines, Inc. + FlixBus	Bus	2:30am	New York Port Authority	1d 16h	5:55pm	Houston Bus Station	No tags
	Bus	11:00pm	New York Port Authority	1d 13h	11:20am	Houston Bus Station	No tags
Greyhound Lines, Inc. + Valley Transit	Bus	3:40pm	New York Port Authority	2d 13h	3:45am	Hillcroft Ave & Southwest Freeway	No tags

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Compare 2 ways to go from New York City to Houston

We recommend taking the bus

Among the sustainable travel choices, the bus stands out as the good way to reach Houston. The journey takes about 1 day, 23 hours 10 minutes and with fares starting at just $108, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

137bus per day

1d 23hAverage Duration

1417 milesDistance

57kgCO₂ emissions

	Average Price	Average Duration	CO₂ emissions	Actions
Bus	Average Price$108 - $606	Average Duration1d 23h	CO₂ emissions 57kg CO₂e
Train	Average Price$220 - $382	Average Duration2d 5h	CO₂ emissions 208kg CO₂e

Where are the popular stops in New York City and Houston?

Stops in New York City

A
GW Bridge
4211 Broadway, New York, NY 10033, USA
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B
New York Port Authority
40-42, 625 8th Ave, New York, NY 10018, USA
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C
Chinatown
122 Allen St, New York, NY 10002-3004
D
11th Ave (between W35th and W36th Street)
428-436 11th Ave, Stop across from Javits Convention Center, New York, NY 10018, USA
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E
Chinatown - E Broadway
127 E Broadway, New York, NY 10002, USA
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F
34th St & 9th Ave
367 W 34th St, New York, NY 10001, USA

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

Compare bus companies

Greyhound

3.5/587,475 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.

Greyhound New York City Houston recent customer reviews

The Grayhound bus to New York and From Houston where both cold and late... Too many stops, breaks and reboarding. Nevertheless, I understood and arrived at my destination by God's help.

Rachel L.

August 6, 2021

It was chaotic the loudspeaker in NJ was low the bus operator was stressed there where 2 wheelchair folk she didnt kno about

Ariane F.

November 5, 2019

We missed connec ting bus from Atlanta to Houston due to arriving late over there. Connecting bus could wait for us arriving, and then go.

Md A.

July 16, 2019

FlixBus

3.5/511,880 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.

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

Frequently asked questions about traveling from New York City 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 New York City to Houston?
The cheapest bus tickets from New York City to Houston start from $108. The average price for this route is around $198. 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 New York City to Houston?
The average bus trip duration from New York City to Houston is 1d 23h, covering a distance of 1417 miles (2285 km). The quickest bus can get you there in 1d 11h and is operated by FlixBus.
Which bus companies service the New York City to Houston route?
Several major bus companies operate on this route with 137 buses available per day, including services from Greyhound, FlixBus.
What is the earliest and latest departure time for the bus from New York City to Houston?
The earliest bus departs from New York City to Houston at 1:05am. And the latest bus departs at 11:59pm.
What are the CO₂ emissions for the bus trip from New York City to Houston?
A bus trip from New York City to Houston generates an estimated 57 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 New York City to Houston?
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 87463 reviews.
Which bus company has the best Wi-Fi from New York City to Houston?
Based on reviews on Busbud, the bus company FlixBus has the best Wi-Fi rating with a score of 2.7.
Which bus company has the most timely service from New York City to Houston?
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 New York City 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

01/01

$294

01/02

$462

Today

$401

01/04

$373

01/05

$224

01/06

$200

01/07

$186

01/08

$204

The cheapest trip from New York City to Houston, US was searched and found on Jan 7, 2026 with a price of $186

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 Houston, US, as early as possible.

You can expect to pay from $186 to $462 for a bus ticket from New York City to Houston, US based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at $186 which is on 2026-01-07.