How far is Lafayette from Houston?

Lafayette and Houston are 203 miles (327 km) apart.

What are the departure and arrival stations when taking the bus from Lafayette to Houston?

Most of the buses traveling from Lafayette to Houston leave from TA Travel Center - Lafayette and arrive at Hillcroft Ave & Southwest Freeway. These are the most popular pick-up and drop-off locations on this route, but you could find others that could be a better fit for your travel plans.

What are the best sights and things to do in Houston?

Once in Houston, you can start exploring the city and discover its surroundings. The top sights and things to do are Battleship Texas, Museum of Fine Arts, Galveston, San Jacinto Monument & Museum Of History and Children's Museum Of Houston.

Bus Lafayette to Houston from $28 | Refundable Tickets

TomorrowSep 6

from $39

SunSep 7

from $39

MonSep 8

from $37

TueSep 9

from $39

WedSep 10

from $37

ThuSep 11

from $36

FriSep 12

from $37

SatSep 13

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This trip is recommended because it is: Cheapest
Departure time: September 6 at 3:25pm
Departure city: Lafayette
Departure location: TA Travel Center - Lafayette
Arrival time: September 6 at 7:15pm
Destination city: Houston
Destination location: Downtown Gray & Smith
Operated by: FlixBus
Vehicle: BusDuration: 3h 50m
This trip is recommended because it is: Fastest
Departure time: September 6 at 1:30am
Departure city: Lafayette
Departure location: TA Travel Center - Lafayette
Arrival time: September 6 at 4:40am
Destination city: Houston
Destination location: Baytown, 6800 Thompson Rd
Operated by: FlixBus
Vehicle: BusDuration: 3h 10m
Departure time: September 6 at 3:55am
Departure city: Lafayette
Departure location: Lafayette Transit System
Arrival time: September 6 at 7:50am
Destination city: Houston
Destination location: Houston Bus Station
Operated by: Greyhound Lines, Inc.
Vehicle: BusDuration: 3h 55m
Departure time: September 6 at 1:30am
Departure city: Lafayette
Departure location: TA Travel Center - Lafayette
Arrival time: September 6 at 5:15am
Destination city: Houston
Destination location: Downtown Gray & Smith
Operated by: FlixBus
Vehicle: BusDuration: 3h 45m
Departure time: September 6 at 6:50am
Departure city: Lafayette
Departure location: Lafayette Transit System
Arrival time: September 6 at 11:00am
Destination city: Houston
Destination location: Houston Bus Station
Operated by: Greyhound Lines, Inc.
Vehicle: BusDuration: 4h 10m

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Compare 2 ways to go from Lafayette to Houston.

	Average Price	Average Duration	CO₂ emissions
Bus	Average Price$35 - $153	Average Duration3h 55m	CO₂ emissions 8kg CO₂e5 out of 5 stars	CheapestFastestMost eco-friendly
Train	Average Price$41 - $104	Average Duration5h 54m	CO₂ emissions 30kg CO₂e1 out of 5 stars

Busbud recommends taking the bus from Lafayette to Houston

Among the sustainable travel choices, the bus stands out as the good way to reach Houston. The journey takes about 3 hours 55 minutes and with fares starting at just $35, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

18bus per day

3h 55mAverage Duration

$35Cheapest ticket

8kgCO₂ emissions

Bus Lafayette, LA to Houston, US: Trip Overview

Average ticket price$41

Average bus trip duration3h 55m

Number of daily buses18

Earliest bus departure1:30am

Distance206 miles (331 km)

Latest bus departure9:20pm

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FlixBus

3.5/510,391 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.

FlixBus Lafayette Houston recent customer reviews

Clean and comfortable

Lester M.

January 12, 2025

Greyhound

3.5/587,237 reviews

Staff3.6

Timeliness2.9

Cleanliness3.3

Wifi2.3

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 Lafayette Houston recent customer reviews

I hate Greyhound but I had no other option. Their prices are way to high, the bus is never on time, and their staff is always so rude.

Kristin M.

January 25, 2019

Better than I expected. First time on a Greyhound in 10+ years. Had the bus been full we would have been very cramped.

Lawrence M.

January 14, 2019

I didn't get to ride the bus because you'll gave the wrong ticket I need a ticket to go to Lafayette not to Houston I was already in Houston I tried to get in touch with you'll and no one got back with me

Melanie D.

August 7, 2017

Tornado Bus

3/5140 reviews

Staff5

Timeliness2.9

Cleanliness5

Wifi3.6

A Texas-based company, Tornado Bus operates throughout the United States, with routes connecting major cities, including Houston, San Antonio and El Paso. Each day,4 buses leave from their terminals to destinations across the continent. Their buses are equipped with free Wi-Fi, air conditioning, bathrooms, power outlets and a comfortable amount of legroom. With prices as low as $122 for a short ride, Tornado offers options for budget travelers, without compromising comfort. and those looking for a little luxury. The company requires printed tickets for boarding and their tickets are non-refundable, but you can exchange them up to two hours before travel time for a fee. With a friendly staff and multiple routes, traveling with Tornado is a convenient way to get around.

US bus companies: FlixBus, Greyhound, Tornado Bus, Los Limousines, Valley Transit, Tufesa, Wanda Coach

Lafayette to Houston Bus

Busbud helps you find a bus from Lafayette to Houston. Get the best fare and schedule, book a round trip ticket or find buses with WiFi and electrical outlets.

We make sure you can find a bus service from Lafayette to Houston from the most reliable bus companies operating this trip.

Whether it is cheap bus tickets or more luxurious buses going to Houston from Lafayette, we help you find what you're looking for based on how much of a budget you have.

Where are the popular stops in Lafayette and Houston?

Stops in Lafayette

A - TA Travel Center - Lafayette

B - Lafayette A and J Travel Bus Station

C - Lafayette Bus Stop

Stops in Houston

A - Hillcroft Ave & Southwest Freeway

B - Harrisburg Senda Station

C - Harrisburg Greyhound Station

D - Clay St & Louisiana St

E - Lockwood Dr & Harvey Wilson Dr

F - Harrisburg El Expreso Station

Frequently asked questions for your trip Lafayette, LA - Houston, US

How far is Lafayette from Houston?
What are the departure and arrival stations when taking the bus from Lafayette to Houston?
What are the best sights and things to do in Houston?

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Price is for a one-way ticket for one passenger and based on past searches.

Best price found

09/03

$36

09/04

$34

Today

$34

09/06

$31

09/07

$31

09/08

$30

09/09

$31

09/10

$30

The cheapest trip from Lafayette, LA to Houston, US was searched and found on Sep 8, 2025 with a price of $30

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

You can expect to pay from $30 to $125 for a bus ticket from Lafayette, LA to Houston, US based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at $30 which is on 2025-09-08.

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.

About Bus Travel

Bus Travel Tips

Make friends with the driver. They usually know a lot about your destination and may even recommend which side of the bus to sit on to get the best views on the road between Lafayette and Houston!

Start sightseeing the minute your bus leaves the station. If you're on the night bus from Lafayette to Houston, get comfy and count the stars.

Buses are energy-efficient. Carrying a passenger over 100 kms by coach only takes 0.6-0.9 liters of gas. Compare that to the 2.6 liters required by high-speed train, 6.6 liters by airplane and 7.6 liters by gas-powered car, and it's clear that the bus is a more environmentally-conscious option for your bus transportation from Lafayette to Houston.

Make a music playlist for your bus ride from Lafayette to Houston, and enjoy the scenery to tunes from your own personal soundtrack.

Did you know?

Did you know that 80% of the buses in North America are equipped with WiFi and power outlets ? And 60% of bus travelers have used their electronic device on board during 2014.

It takes 27 hours to go by bus from Lima to Cusco, one of the craziest bus trips on the world. This route is used daily by locals and backpackers.

The average number of passengers on a coach bus is 32 meaning that a bus could replace a minimum of at least 30 cars!

What's the cheapest way to go from Lafayette, LA to Houston, US?

The bus is the cheapest travel choice for this destination

Vehicle Type	Travel Time	Avg Price	Daily Departures
Vehicle TypeBus	Travel Time3h 55m	Avg Price$41	Daily Departures18
Vehicle TypeTrain	Travel Time5h 54m	Avg Price$41	Daily Departures1

Will you be returning to Lafayette, LA by bus?

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Where are the popular stops in Lafayette and Houston?

Frequently asked questions for your trip Lafayette, LA - Houston, US

How far is Lafayette from Houston?

What are the departure and arrival stations when taking the bus from Lafayette to Houston?

What are the best sights and things to do in Houston?

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About Bus Travel

Bus Travel Tips

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What's the cheapest way to go from Lafayette, LA to Houston, US?

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