How much is the bus ticket from Bloomington to Houston?

The cheapest bus tickets from Bloomington to Houston start from $135. The average price for this route is around $221. 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 Bloomington to Houston?

The average bus trip duration from Bloomington to Houston is 1d 7h, covering a distance of 813 miles (1312 km). The quickest bus can get you there in 1d 5h and is operated by FlixBus .

Which bus companies service the Bloomington to Houston route?

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

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

The earliest bus departs from Bloomington to Houston at 6:30am. And the latest bus departs at 2:30pm.

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

A bus trip from Bloomington to Houston generates an estimated 33 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 Bloomington 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 12330 reviews.

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

According to Busbud traveler reviews, the most timely bus company on this route is FlixBus , with a punctuality rating of 4.0 out of 5 stars.

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

According to Busbud traveler 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 Bloomington to Houston from $130 | Refundable Tickets

Next bus departures

Next departures for Bloomington to Houston on March 22
Operated by	Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Greyhound Lines, Inc. + FlixBus	Bus	11:20am	Bloomington Normal (Burlington Trailways)	1d 4h	3:30pm	The Woodlands - Windvale Center	CheapestFastest
	Bus	11:20am	Bloomington Normal (Burlington Trailways)	1d 5h	5:05pm	Houston Bus Station	No tags
Greyhound Lines, Inc. + FlixBus	Bus	2:30pm	Bloomington Normal (Burlington Trailways)	1d 9h	11:30pm	Houston Bus Station	No tags
Greyhound Lines, Inc. + FlixBus	Bus	11:20am	Bloomington Normal (Burlington Trailways)	1d 5h	4:20pm	Downtown Gray & Smith	No tags
Greyhound Lines, Inc. + FlixBus	Bus	2:30pm	Bloomington Normal (Burlington Trailways)	1d 14h	5:15am	Downtown Gray & Smith	No tags

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Compare 2 ways to go from Bloomington to Houston

We recommend taking the bus

Among the sustainable travel choices, the Bus stands out as a good way to reach Houston. The journey takes about 1 day, 7 hours 15 minutes and with fares starting at just $135, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

7bus per day

1d 7hAverage Duration

813 milesDistance

33kgCO₂ emissions

	Average Price	Average Duration	CO₂ emissions	Actions
Bus	Average Price$135 - $313	Average Duration1d 7h	CO₂ emissions 33kg CO₂e
Train	Average Price$252 - $252	Average Duration1d 18h	CO₂ emissions 121kg CO₂e

Where are the popular stops in Bloomington and Houston?

Stops in Bloomington

A
Uptown Station
11 Uptown Circle, Normal, IL 61761, 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
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

FlixBus

3.5/512,335 reviews

Staff4.2

Timeliness4

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.

Greyhound

3.5/587,528 reviews

Staff3.6

Timeliness2.9

Cleanliness3.4

Wifi2.5

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.

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

Frequently asked questions about traveling from Bloomington, IL 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 Bloomington to Houston?
The cheapest bus tickets from Bloomington to Houston start from $135. The average price for this route is around $221. 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 Bloomington to Houston?
The average bus trip duration from Bloomington to Houston is 1d 7h, covering a distance of 813 miles (1312 km). The quickest bus can get you there in 1d 5h and is operated by FlixBus.
Which bus companies service the Bloomington to Houston route?
Several major bus companies operate on this route with 7 buses available per day, including services from FlixBus, Greyhound.
What is the earliest and latest departure time for the bus from Bloomington to Houston?
The earliest bus departs from Bloomington to Houston at 6:30am. And the latest bus departs at 2:30pm.
What are the CO₂ emissions for the bus trip from Bloomington to Houston?
A bus trip from Bloomington to Houston generates an estimated 33 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 Bloomington 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 12330 reviews.
Which bus company has the best Wi-Fi from Bloomington 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 Bloomington to Houston?
According to Busbud traveler reviews, the most timely bus company on this route is FlixBus, with a punctuality rating of 4.0 out of 5 stars.
Which bus company has the cleanest buses from Bloomington to Houston?
According to Busbud traveler reviews, the bus company with the cleanest buses on this route is FlixBus, with a cleanliness rating of 4.1 out of 5 stars.

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The cheapest trip from Bloomington, IL to Houston, US was searched and found on Mar 22, 2026 with a price of $130

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

You can expect to pay from $130 to $222 for a bus ticket from Bloomington, IL to Houston, US based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at $130 which is on 2026-03-22.