Next bus departures
| Operated by | Vehicle type | Departure time | Departure location | Trip duration | Arrival time | Arrival location | Recommended | Price and booking link |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
Greyhound Lines, Inc. + Valley Transit | Bus | Harlingen Bus Station | Austin Eastside Bus Plaza | Cheapest | ||||
 | Bus | Harlingen Bus Stop | Austin, (TX - TBC Austin) | Fastest | ||||
 | Bus | Harlingen Bus Station | Austin Eastside Bus Plaza | No tags | ||||
Greyhound Lines, Inc. + Valley Transit | Bus | Harlingen Bus Station | Austin Eastside Bus Plaza | No tags | ||||
Valley Transit + FlixBus | Bus | Harlingen Bus Station | Downtown Austin | No tags |
Last refresh of the prices: Yesterday at 7:35 AM CST.
Get from Harlingen to Austin
The journey takes about 10 hours 5 minutes and with fares starting at just $46, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.
Where are the popular stops in Harlingen and Austin?
Stops in Harlingen
- A1826 W Tyler Ave, Harlingen, TX 78550, USA
- B
Harlingen Bus Station
215 E Monroe Ave, Harlingen, TX 78550
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
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Frequently asked questions about traveling from Harlingen, US to Austin, TX, 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 Harlingen to Austin?
The cheapest bus tickets from Harlingen to Austin start from $46. The average price for this route is around $68. 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 Harlingen to Austin?
The average bus trip duration from Harlingen to Austin is 10h 5m, covering a distance of 280 miles (452 km). The quickest bus can get you there in 5h 25m and is operated by Tornado Bus.
Which bus companies service the Harlingen to Austin route?
Several major bus companies operate on this route with 6 buses available per day, including services from Valley Transit, Tornado Bus, Greyhound.
What is the earliest and latest departure time for the bus from Harlingen to Austin?
The earliest bus departs from Harlingen to Austin at 8:30am. And the latest bus departs at 10:00pm.
What are the CO₂ emissions for the bus trip from Harlingen to Austin?
A bus trip from Harlingen to Austin generates an estimated 11 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 Harlingen to Austin?
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 87522 reviews.
Which bus company has the best Wi-Fi from Harlingen to Austin?
Based on reviews on Busbud, the bus company Tornado Bus has the best Wi-Fi rating with a score of 3.9.
Which bus company has the most timely service from Harlingen to Austin?
According to Busbud traveler reviews, the most timely bus company on this route is Tornado Bus, with a punctuality rating of 3.4 out of 5 stars.
Which bus company has the cleanest buses from Harlingen to Austin?
According to Busbud traveler 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 Harlingen, US to Austin, TX, US was searched and found on Feb 26, 2026 with a price of $56To save money and be sure you have the best seat, it's a good idea to buy your bus tickets from Harlingen, US to Austin, TX, US, as early as possible.
You can expect to pay from $56 to $85 for a bus ticket from Harlingen, US to Austin, TX, US based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at $56 which is on 2026-02-26.
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.
