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| Operated by | Vehicle type | Departure time | Departure location | Trip duration | Arrival time | Arrival location | Recommended | Price and booking link |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
 | Bus | Austin Eastside Bus Plaza | WACO, TX | Cheapest | ||||
 | Bus | Austin, (TX - TBC Austin) | Tornado Bus Station | Fastest | ||||
| Bus | Austin Eastside Bus Plaza | WACO, TX | No tags | ||||
 | Bus | Austin Eastside Bus Plaza | WACO, TX | No tags | ||||
 | Bus | Downtown Austin | 1020 S 5th St - Waco S. | No tags |
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Get from Austin to Waco
The journey takes about 1 hour 35 minutes, and with fares starting at just $34, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.
Where are the popular stops in Austin and Waco?
Stops in Austin
- A
Greyhound Station
916 E Koenig Ln, Austin, TX 78752, USA - B
Airport Blvd
2001 Airport Blvd, Austin, TX 78702, USA - C
Brazos St
35 Brazos St, Austin, TX 78701, USA - D
Ben White Bd & I-35
711 E Ben White Blvd, Austin, TX 78704, 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 from Austin, TX, US to Waco 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 Austin to Waco?
The cheapest bus tickets from Austin to Waco start from $34. The average price for this route is around $111. 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 Austin to Waco?
The average bus travel time from Austin to Waco is 1h 35m, covering a distance of 159 km. The quickest bus can get you there in 1h 25m and is operated by Tornado Bus.
Which bus companies service the Austin to Waco route?
Several major bus companies operate on this route with 18 buses available per day, including services from Tornado Bus, Greyhound, FlixBus, Valley Transit, Turimex Internacional.
What are the earliest and latest departure times for the bus from Austin to Waco?
The earliest bus departs from Austin to Waco at 2:20am. And the latest bus departs at 8:45pm.
What are the CO₂ emissions for the bus trip from Austin to Waco?
A bus trip from Austin to Waco generates an estimated 4 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 Austin to Waco?
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 87518 reviews.
Which bus company has the best Wi-Fi from Austin to Waco?
Based on Busbud reviews, the bus company Tornado Bus has the highest Wi-Fi rating with a score of 3.9.
Which bus company has the best on-time performance from Austin 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 Austin 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 4.4 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 Austin, TX, US to Waco was searched and found on Feb 10, 2026 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 Austin, TX, US to Waco, as early as possible.
You can expect to pay from $24 to $105 for a bus ticket from Austin, TX, 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 2026-02-10.
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.
