How to get from Houston to San Antonio, TX

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What is the best way to travel from Houston to San Antonio, TX?

Looking for a trip? Compare all the available Buses and Flights for the journey to San Antonio, TX from Houston. Check between different modes of transportation, look for the cheapest tickets, fastest rides and most popular stations, and see all 7 available companies to find your perfect trip!
Bus is the cheapest, while Flight is the fastest way on this route
Transport type
Travel time
Cheapest price
Average price
Daily departures
Bus
3h 10m
$25
$34
36
Flight
1h 0m
$49
$194
10

What is the cheapest way to reach San Antonio, TX from Houston?

You can get to San Antonio, TX with just $25 by taking a Bus from FlixBus, but you can find many more cheap offers: we have selected the best ones for next few days here for you.

Thursday
from $30
Friday
Saturday
from $30
Sunday
Monday
from $26
Tuesday
from $25
Wednesday

    Cheapest Buses Thursday

  • Greyhound US
    4h 0m
    0
    5:25 PM
    Houston
    Harrisburg Blvd Station
    9:25 PM
    San Antonio, TX
    Bus Station
    0
    Greyhound US
    Economy
    $30
  • FlixBus
    4h 20m
    0
    6:00 AM
    Houston
    Harrisburg Blvd Station
    10:20 AM
    San Antonio, TX
    Bus Station
    0
    FlixBus
    Economy
    $31
  • Greyhound Lines Mexico
    3h 25m
    0
    11:55 AM
    Houston
    Harrisburg Blvd Station
    3:20 PM
    San Antonio, TX
    Bus Station
    0
    Greyhound Lines Mexico
    Economy
    $32
  • Valley Transit
    4h 20m
    0
    6:00 AM
    Houston
    Harrisburg Blvd Station
    10:20 AM
    San Antonio, TX
    Bus Station
    0
    Valley Transit
    Economy
    $42
  • Tornado Bus Company
    11h 0m
    0
    1:30 PM
    Houston
    Lockwood
    12:30 AM
    San Antonio, TX
    Tornado Bus Company
    0
    Tornado Bus Company
    Basic
    $60
  • Cheapest Flights Thursday

  • United Airlines
    1h 11m
    0
    1:30 AM
    William P. Hobby Airport
    William P. Hobby Airport
    2:41 AM
    San Antonio Airport
    San Antonio Airport
    0
    United Airlines
    Economy
    from $49
  • United Airlines
    1h 5m
    0
    2:50 AM
    William P. Hobby Airport
    William P. Hobby Airport
    3:55 AM
    San Antonio Airport
    San Antonio Airport
    0
    United Airlines
    Economy
    from $49
  • United Airlines
    1h 11m
    0
    7:30 AM
    George Bush Intercontinental Houston Airport
    George Bush Intercontinental Houston Airport
    8:41 AM
    San Antonio Airport
    San Antonio Airport
    0
    United Airlines
    Economy
    from $85
  • Skyscanner
    1h 12m
    0
    4:35 PM
    George Bush Intercontinental Houston Airport
    George Bush Intercontinental Houston Airport
    5:47 PM
    San Antonio Airport
    San Antonio Airport
    0
    Skyscanner
    Economy
    from $160

    Cheapest Buses Saturday

  • Greyhound US
    4h 0m
    0
    5:25 PM
    Houston
    Harrisburg Blvd Station
    9:25 PM
    San Antonio, TX
    Bus Station
    0
    Greyhound US
    Economy
    $30
  • FlixBus
    3h 25m
    0
    7:35 PM
    Houston
    Downtown Houston
    11:00 PM
    San Antonio, TX
    Bus Station
    0
    FlixBus
    Economy
    $30
  • FlixBus
    3h 10m
    0
    7:50 PM
    Houston
    Uptown/Upper Kirby
    11:00 PM
    San Antonio, TX
    Bus Station
    0
    FlixBus
    Economy
    $30
  • Greyhound US
    3h 25m
    0
    2:00 AM
    Houston
    Harrisburg Blvd Station
    5:25 AM
    San Antonio, TX
    Bus Station
    0
    Greyhound US
    Economy
    $31
  • Greyhound Lines Mexico
    3h 25m
    0
    11:55 AM
    Houston
    Harrisburg Blvd Station
    3:20 PM
    San Antonio, TX
    Bus Station
    0
    Greyhound Lines Mexico
    Economy
    $32

    Cheapest Buses Monday

  • Valley Transit
    4h 20m
    0
    6:00 AM
    Houston
    Harrisburg Blvd Station
    10:20 AM
    San Antonio, TX
    Bus Station
    0
    Valley Transit
    Economy
    $26
  • FlixBus
    3h 10m
    0
    7:50 PM
    Houston
    Uptown/Upper Kirby
    11:00 PM
    San Antonio, TX
    Bus Station
    0
    FlixBus
    Economy
    $26
  • Greyhound US
    3h 25m
    0
    2:00 AM
    Houston
    Harrisburg Blvd Station
    5:25 AM
    San Antonio, TX
    Bus Station
    0
    Greyhound US
    Economy
    $27
  • Greyhound Lines Mexico
    3h 25m
    0
    11:55 AM
    Houston
    Harrisburg Blvd Station
    3:20 PM
    San Antonio, TX
    Bus Station
    0
    Greyhound Lines Mexico
    Economy
    $28
  • Tornado Bus Company
    3h 20m
    0
    9:15 AM
    Houston
    Lockwood
    12:35 PM
    San Antonio, TX
    Tornado Bus Company
    0
    Tornado Bus Company
    Basic
    $60
  • Cheapest Flights Monday

  • Spirit Airlines
    24h 59m
    0
    10:06 AM
    William P. Hobby Airport
    William P. Hobby Airport
    11:05 AM
    San Antonio Airport
    San Antonio Airport
    0
    Spirit Airlines
    Economy
    from $131
  • United Airlines
    1h 11m
    0
    7:30 AM
    George Bush Intercontinental Houston Airport
    George Bush Intercontinental Houston Airport
    8:41 AM
    San Antonio Airport
    San Antonio Airport
    0
    United Airlines
    Economy
    from $246
  • Spirit Airlines
    1h 0m
    0
    2:40 PM
    William P. Hobby Airport
    William P. Hobby Airport
    3:40 PM
    San Antonio Airport
    San Antonio Airport
    0
    Spirit Airlines
    Economy
    from $247
  • United Airlines
    1h 4m
    0
    9:55 PM
    George Bush Intercontinental Houston Airport
    George Bush Intercontinental Houston Airport
    10:59 PM
    San Antonio Airport
    San Antonio Airport
    0
    United Airlines
    Economy
    from $394
  • Skyscanner
    1h 12m
    0
    4:35 PM
    George Bush Intercontinental Houston Airport
    George Bush Intercontinental Houston Airport
    5:47 PM
    San Antonio Airport
    San Antonio Airport
    0
    Skyscanner
    Economy
    from $448

    Cheapest Buses Tuesday

  • FlixBus
    3h 10m
    0
    7:50 PM
    Houston
    Uptown/Upper Kirby
    11:00 PM
    San Antonio, TX
    Bus Station
    0
    FlixBus
    Economy
    $25
  • Greyhound US
    3h 25m
    0
    2:00 AM
    Houston
    Harrisburg Blvd Station
    5:25 AM
    San Antonio, TX
    Bus Station
    0
    Greyhound US
    Economy
    $26
  • Valley Transit
    4h 20m
    0
    6:00 AM
    Houston
    Harrisburg Blvd Station
    10:20 AM
    San Antonio, TX
    Bus Station
    0
    Valley Transit
    Economy
    $26
  • Greyhound Lines Mexico
    3h 25m
    0
    11:55 AM
    Houston
    Harrisburg Blvd Station
    3:20 PM
    San Antonio, TX
    Bus Station
    0
    Greyhound Lines Mexico
    Economy
    $27
  • Tornado Bus Company
    3h 20m
    0
    9:15 AM
    Houston
    Lockwood
    12:35 PM
    San Antonio, TX
    Tornado Bus Company
    0
    Tornado Bus Company
    Basic
    $60
  • Cheapest Flights Tuesday

  • United Airlines
    1h 5m
    0
    5:05 AM
    William P. Hobby Airport
    William P. Hobby Airport
    6:10 AM
    San Antonio Airport
    San Antonio Airport
    0
    United Airlines
    Economy
    from $120
  • United Airlines
    1h 10m
    0
    8:20 AM
    William P. Hobby Airport
    William P. Hobby Airport
    9:30 AM
    San Antonio Airport
    San Antonio Airport
    0
    United Airlines
    Economy
    from $120
  • United Airlines
    1h 11m
    0
    7:30 AM
    George Bush Intercontinental Houston Airport
    George Bush Intercontinental Houston Airport
    8:41 AM
    San Antonio Airport
    San Antonio Airport
    0
    United Airlines
    Economy
    from $151
  • Skyscanner
    1h 12m
    0
    4:35 PM
    George Bush Intercontinental Houston Airport
    George Bush Intercontinental Houston Airport
    5:47 PM
    San Antonio Airport
    San Antonio Airport
    0
    Skyscanner
    Economy
    from $325

What are the fastest trips from Houston to San Antonio, TX?

You can get to San Antonio, TX from Houston in just 1h 0m with a Flight from Spirit Airlines. This is not the only option, and you can click on any of the offers below to compare it with the other modes of transportations.

Thursday
from 1h 5m
Friday
Saturday
from 3h 10m
Sunday
Monday
from 1h 0m
Tuesday
from 1h 5m
Wednesday

    Fastest Flights Thursday

  • United Airlines
    1h 5m
    0
    2:50 AM
    William P. Hobby Airport
    William P. Hobby Airport
    3:55 AM
    San Antonio Airport
    San Antonio Airport
    0
    United Airlines
    Economy
    from $49
  • United Airlines
    1h 11m
    0
    1:30 AM
    William P. Hobby Airport
    William P. Hobby Airport
    2:41 AM
    San Antonio Airport
    San Antonio Airport
    0
    United Airlines
    Economy
    from $49
  • United Airlines
    1h 11m
    0
    7:30 AM
    George Bush Intercontinental Houston Airport
    George Bush Intercontinental Houston Airport
    8:41 AM
    San Antonio Airport
    San Antonio Airport
    0
    United Airlines
    Economy
    from $85
  • Skyscanner
    1h 12m
    0
    4:35 PM
    George Bush Intercontinental Houston Airport
    George Bush Intercontinental Houston Airport
    5:47 PM
    San Antonio Airport
    San Antonio Airport
    0
    Skyscanner
    Economy
    from $160
  • Fastest Buses Thursday

  • Greyhound Lines Mexico
    3h 25m
    0
    11:55 AM
    Houston
    Harrisburg Blvd Station
    3:20 PM
    San Antonio, TX
    Bus Station
    0
    Greyhound Lines Mexico
    Economy
    $32
  • Greyhound US
    4h 0m
    0
    5:25 PM
    Houston
    Harrisburg Blvd Station
    9:25 PM
    San Antonio, TX
    Bus Station
    0
    Greyhound US
    Economy
    $30
  • FlixBus
    4h 20m
    0
    6:00 AM
    Houston
    Harrisburg Blvd Station
    10:20 AM
    San Antonio, TX
    Bus Station
    0
    FlixBus
    Economy
    $31
  • Valley Transit
    4h 20m
    0
    6:00 AM
    Houston
    Harrisburg Blvd Station
    10:20 AM
    San Antonio, TX
    Bus Station
    0
    Valley Transit
    Economy
    $42
  • Tornado Bus Company
    11h 0m
    0
    1:30 PM
    Houston
    Lockwood
    12:30 AM
    San Antonio, TX
    Tornado Bus Company
    0
    Tornado Bus Company
    Basic
    $60

    Fastest Buses Saturday

  • FlixBus
    3h 10m
    0
    7:50 PM
    Houston
    Uptown/Upper Kirby
    11:00 PM
    San Antonio, TX
    Bus Station
    0
    FlixBus
    Economy
    $30
  • FlixBus
    3h 25m
    0
    7:35 PM
    Houston
    Downtown Houston
    11:00 PM
    San Antonio, TX
    Bus Station
    0
    FlixBus
    Economy
    $30
  • Greyhound US
    3h 25m
    0
    2:00 AM
    Houston
    Harrisburg Blvd Station
    5:25 AM
    San Antonio, TX
    Bus Station
    0
    Greyhound US
    Economy
    $31
  • Greyhound Lines Mexico
    3h 25m
    0
    11:55 AM
    Houston
    Harrisburg Blvd Station
    3:20 PM
    San Antonio, TX
    Bus Station
    0
    Greyhound Lines Mexico
    Economy
    $32
  • Greyhound US
    4h 0m
    0
    5:25 PM
    Houston
    Harrisburg Blvd Station
    9:25 PM
    San Antonio, TX
    Bus Station
    0
    Greyhound US
    Economy
    $30

    Fastest Flights Monday

  • Spirit Airlines
    1h 0m
    0
    2:40 PM
    William P. Hobby Airport
    William P. Hobby Airport
    3:40 PM
    San Antonio Airport
    San Antonio Airport
    0
    Spirit Airlines
    Economy
    from $247
  • United Airlines
    1h 4m
    0
    9:55 PM
    George Bush Intercontinental Houston Airport
    George Bush Intercontinental Houston Airport
    10:59 PM
    San Antonio Airport
    San Antonio Airport
    0
    United Airlines
    Economy
    from $394
  • United Airlines
    1h 11m
    0
    7:30 AM
    George Bush Intercontinental Houston Airport
    George Bush Intercontinental Houston Airport
    8:41 AM
    San Antonio Airport
    San Antonio Airport
    0
    United Airlines
    Economy
    from $246
  • Skyscanner
    1h 12m
    0
    4:35 PM
    George Bush Intercontinental Houston Airport
    George Bush Intercontinental Houston Airport
    5:47 PM
    San Antonio Airport
    San Antonio Airport
    0
    Skyscanner
    Economy
    from $448
  • Spirit Airlines
    24h 59m
    0
    10:06 AM
    William P. Hobby Airport
    William P. Hobby Airport
    11:05 AM
    San Antonio Airport
    San Antonio Airport
    0
    Spirit Airlines
    Economy
    from $131
  • Fastest Buses Monday

  • FlixBus
    3h 10m
    0
    7:50 PM
    Houston
    Uptown/Upper Kirby
    11:00 PM
    San Antonio, TX
    Bus Station
    0
    FlixBus
    Economy
    $26
  • Tornado Bus Company
    3h 20m
    0
    9:15 AM
    Houston
    Lockwood
    12:35 PM
    San Antonio, TX
    Tornado Bus Company
    0
    Tornado Bus Company
    Basic
    $60
  • Greyhound US
    3h 25m
    0
    2:00 AM
    Houston
    Harrisburg Blvd Station
    5:25 AM
    San Antonio, TX
    Bus Station
    0
    Greyhound US
    Economy
    $27
  • Greyhound Lines Mexico
    3h 25m
    0
    11:55 AM
    Houston
    Harrisburg Blvd Station
    3:20 PM
    San Antonio, TX
    Bus Station
    0
    Greyhound Lines Mexico
    Economy
    $28
  • Valley Transit
    4h 20m
    0
    6:00 AM
    Houston
    Harrisburg Blvd Station
    10:20 AM
    San Antonio, TX
    Bus Station
    0
    Valley Transit
    Economy
    $26

    Fastest Flights Tuesday

  • United Airlines
    1h 5m
    0
    5:05 AM
    William P. Hobby Airport
    William P. Hobby Airport
    6:10 AM
    San Antonio Airport
    San Antonio Airport
    0
    United Airlines
    Economy
    from $120
  • United Airlines
    1h 10m
    0
    8:20 AM
    William P. Hobby Airport
    William P. Hobby Airport
    9:30 AM
    San Antonio Airport
    San Antonio Airport
    0
    United Airlines
    Economy
    from $120
  • United Airlines
    1h 11m
    0
    7:30 AM
    George Bush Intercontinental Houston Airport
    George Bush Intercontinental Houston Airport
    8:41 AM
    San Antonio Airport
    San Antonio Airport
    0
    United Airlines
    Economy
    from $151
  • Skyscanner
    1h 12m
    0
    4:35 PM
    George Bush Intercontinental Houston Airport
    George Bush Intercontinental Houston Airport
    5:47 PM
    San Antonio Airport
    San Antonio Airport
    0
    Skyscanner
    Economy
    from $325
  • Fastest Buses Tuesday

  • FlixBus
    3h 10m
    0
    7:50 PM
    Houston
    Uptown/Upper Kirby
    11:00 PM
    San Antonio, TX
    Bus Station
    0
    FlixBus
    Economy
    $25
  • Tornado Bus Company
    3h 20m
    0
    9:15 AM
    Houston
    Lockwood
    12:35 PM
    San Antonio, TX
    Tornado Bus Company
    0
    Tornado Bus Company
    Basic
    $60
  • Greyhound US
    3h 25m
    0
    2:00 AM
    Houston
    Harrisburg Blvd Station
    5:25 AM
    San Antonio, TX
    Bus Station
    0
    Greyhound US
    Economy
    $26
  • Greyhound Lines Mexico
    3h 25m
    0
    11:55 AM
    Houston
    Harrisburg Blvd Station
    3:20 PM
    San Antonio, TX
    Bus Station
    0
    Greyhound Lines Mexico
    Economy
    $27
  • Valley Transit
    4h 20m
    0
    6:00 AM
    Houston
    Harrisburg Blvd Station
    10:20 AM
    San Antonio, TX
    Bus Station
    0
    Valley Transit
    Economy
    $26
Here you will find all operators and timetables for a Bus from Houston to San Antonio, TX

What are the most popular stations in Houston and San Antonio, TX?

In Houston, you will usually depart from Hillcroft METRO Park and Ride Bus Station, Lockwood or Main St & Airline Dr, while in San Antonio, TX you will be arriving at Tornado Bus Company, Bus Station or W. Southcross & Buffalo Bus Stop, but there are many more stops to explore in both locations.

How do I decide? Some tips and tricks from our experience

Are you having trouble deciding on how to get to San Antonio, TX from Houston? With 8 connections between 7 Bus and Flight operators, it can be difficult to find the one ride that will make you happy. But we have some tips that can help you make the best informed decision. First of all, the best trip is always the one that meets all your needs, so make a list of all the things that you want from this journey and look for something that will satisfy all of them. Here we will go through some of the factors mostly commonly taken into consideration.

Look for the lowest price

Ticket price is usually the main concern: even if you can afford to pay more, why do it if there are cheaper options? Saving on the trip means that you can spend more on the vacation itself! Between Houston and San Antonio, TX, you can pay as low as $25 with a Bus from FlixBus.

Travel duration

Time is also an important factor. An earlier departure may allow you to see a beautiful sunset or relax before an important event. And remember, time is money, so paying more for a shorter trip may be well worth it. For longer distances, flights are without doubt the best options, but be mindful of airport times and possible delays: a high-speed train may end up cheaper and faster! Here the quicker option is definitely the Flight from Spirit Airlines: you will get to San Antonio, TX in just 1h 0m.

Comfort makes all the difference

You should always take into account what your personal travelling preferences are. Is one hand luggage enough, or are you trasporting more? Would you like to have a snack during the journey? Can you relax in a busy compartment, or do you need space for yourself? Even among the same mode of transportation, different companies will offer you varying levels of comfort and amenities. The main operators connecting Houston and San Antonio, TX are United Airlines, Greyhound US and FlixBus, but be sure to check what they have to offer!

Save money with deals, and always compare

One last tip? Even if you live in Houston and San Antonio, TX is your only destination, it may be wise to check the offers from and to nearby cities or, if you are flyng, nearby airports. Check the trips from West University Place, TX or to Olmos Park, TX, and look at flights from William P. Hobby Airport, and landing at San Antonio Airport. Comparing different routes may allow you to find deals or promotions you were not aware of. Consider also signing up to CheckMyBus to see even more exclusive promotions!

Which companies offer a trip from Houston to San Antonio, TX?

The most popular companies between Houston and San Antonio, TX, are United Airlines, Greyhound US and FlixBus. Be sure to check their seat class offers and the amenities that they provide.

Bus companies: Greyhound US, FlixBus, Greyhound Lines Mexico and 2 more.

Airlines: United Airlines, Skyscanner and Spirit Airlines

All you need to know when you travel from Houston to San Antonio, TX

Check all information on comfort and services on all modes of transports from Houston to San Antonio, TX. See which seat classes are available, and what amenities are other advantages offered by the operators on your journey.

FAQs about the trip from Houston to San Antonio, TX

How can I reach San Antonio, TX from Houston?

Every day, there are on average 8 connections between Bus and Flight, with which you can get to San Antonio, TX from Houston.

How far is San Antonio, TX from Houston?

The distance between Houston and San Antonio, TX is 188.5 miles.

What is the most ecofriendly mode of transport between Houston and San Antonio, TX?

Trains and buses are by far the greenest options, with trains surpassing buses on longer routes. Planes will always be the worst polluters, especially in shorter flights, were the emissions from the takeoff and landing are less offset by the distance. On this particular route, a bus will emit, per person, a total of 8 kgs of CO2, a train 11 kgs, a car 52 kgs, and a flight 75 kgs.

What is the cheapest mode of transport from Houston to San Antonio, TX?

You can get to San Antonio, TX with just $25 by taking a Bus from FlixBus.

What is the fastest way to get from Houston to San Antonio, TX?

While a plane is travelling fastest boarding and transfer to airport consumes a lot of time. Usually, high speed trains are better than flights if pure train travel time is below 4 hours. For this particular route, you can get to San Antonio, TX in just 1h 0m with a Flight from Spirit Airlines.

More routes to Houston and to San Antonio, TX

Looking for more options? Here you can see the most popular routes to Houston and to San Antonio, TX. Simply click on a connection, and you’ll find all the details about the route!

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