How much is the bus ticket from Austin to El Paso?

The cheapest bus tickets from Austin to El Paso start from $119. The average price for this route is around $190. 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 El Paso?

The average bus travel time from Austin to El Paso is 18h, covering a distance of 850 km. The quickest bus can get you there in 13h 15m and is operated by Tornado Bus .

Which bus companies service the Austin to El Paso route?

Several major bus companies operate on this route with 17 buses available per day, including services from Greyhound , Tornado Bus , FlixBus , Valley Transit .

What are the earliest and latest departure times for the bus from Austin to El Paso?

The earliest bus departs from Austin to El Paso at 3:30am. And the latest bus departs at 11:45pm.

What are the CO₂ emissions for the bus trip from Austin to El Paso?

A bus trip from Austin to El Paso generates an estimated 21 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 El Paso?

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 El Paso?

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 El Paso?

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 El Paso?

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.

Bus Austin to El Paso from $136 | Refundable Tickets

Next bus departures

Next departures for Austin to El Paso on January 29
Operated by	Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
	Bus	11:45pm	Austin Eastside Bus Plaza	16h 50m	3:35pm	Greyhound Station	Cheapest
Valley Transit + Greyhound Lines, Inc.	Bus	7:55pm	Austin Eastside Bus Plaza	16h 30m	11:25am	Greyhound Station	Fastest
FlixBus + Greyhound Lines, Inc.	Bus	9:40pm	Downtown Austin	1d 4h	12:55am	Greyhound Station	No tags
FlixBus + Greyhound Lines, Inc.	Bus	9:55pm	Austin South Congress	1d 4h	12:55am	Greyhound Station	No tags

Next departures for Austin to El Paso on January 30
Operated by	Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Tornado Bus + Tornado Elite	Bus	12:50pm	Austin, (TX - TBC Austin)	18h 25m	6:15am	Tornado Bus Station	Cheapest
Greyhound Lines Mexico + Greyhound Lines, Inc.	Bus	3:30am	Austin Eastside Bus Plaza	13h 5m	3:35pm	Greyhound Station	Fastest
Greyhound Lines Mexico + Greyhound Lines, Inc.	Bus	7:55am	Austin Eastside Bus Plaza	18h	12:55am	Greyhound Station	No tags
Valley Transit + Greyhound Lines, Inc.	Bus	7:55pm	Austin Eastside Bus Plaza	16h 30m	11:25am	Greyhound Station	No tags
FlixBus + Greyhound Lines, Inc.	Bus	8:40am	Downtown Austin	22h 20m	6:00am	Greyhound Station	No tags

Next departures for Austin to El Paso on January 31
Operated by	Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Tornado Bus + Tornado Elite	Bus	12:50pm	Austin, (TX - TBC Austin)	18h 25m	6:15am	Tornado Bus Station	Cheapest
Greyhound Lines Mexico + Greyhound Lines, Inc.	Bus	3:30am	Austin Eastside Bus Plaza	13h 5m	3:35pm	Greyhound Station	Fastest
Greyhound Lines Mexico + Greyhound Lines, Inc.	Bus	7:55am	Austin Eastside Bus Plaza	18h	12:55am	Greyhound Station	No tags
Valley Transit + Greyhound Lines, Inc.	Bus	7:55pm	Austin Eastside Bus Plaza	16h 30m	11:25am	Greyhound Station	No tags
FlixBus + Greyhound Lines, Inc.	Bus	8:40am	Downtown Austin	22h 20m	6:00am	Greyhound Station	No tags

Next departures for Austin to El Paso on February 1
Operated by	Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Tornado Bus + Tornado Elite	Bus	12:50pm	Austin, (TX - TBC Austin)	18h 25m	6:15am	Tornado Bus Station	Cheapest
Greyhound Lines Mexico + Greyhound Lines, Inc.	Bus	3:30am	Austin Eastside Bus Plaza	13h 5m	3:35pm	Greyhound Station	Fastest
Greyhound Lines Mexico + Greyhound Lines, Inc.	Bus	7:55am	Austin Eastside Bus Plaza	18h	12:55am	Greyhound Station	No tags
Valley Transit + Greyhound Lines, Inc.	Bus	7:55pm	Austin Eastside Bus Plaza	16h 30m	11:25am	Greyhound Station	No tags
FlixBus + Greyhound Lines, Inc.	Bus	8:40am	Downtown Austin	22h 20m	6:00am	Greyhound Station	No tags

Next departures for Austin to El Paso on February 2
Operated by	Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Tornado Bus + Tornado Elite	Bus	12:50pm	Austin, (TX - TBC Austin)	18h 25m	6:15am	Tornado Bus Station	Cheapest
Greyhound Lines Mexico + Greyhound Lines, Inc.	Bus	3:30am	Austin Eastside Bus Plaza	13h 5m	3:35pm	Greyhound Station	Fastest
Greyhound Lines Mexico + Greyhound Lines, Inc.	Bus	7:55am	Austin Eastside Bus Plaza	18h	12:55am	Greyhound Station	No tags
Valley Transit + Greyhound Lines, Inc.	Bus	7:55pm	Austin Eastside Bus Plaza	16h 30m	11:25am	Greyhound Station	No tags
FlixBus + Greyhound Lines, Inc.	Bus	8:40am	Downtown Austin	22h 20m	6:00am	Greyhound Station	No tags

Next departures for Austin to El Paso on February 3
Operated by	Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Tornado Bus + Tornado Elite	Bus	12:50pm	Austin, (TX - TBC Austin)	18h 25m	6:15am	Tornado Bus Station	Cheapest
Greyhound Lines Mexico + Greyhound Lines, Inc.	Bus	3:30am	Austin Eastside Bus Plaza	13h 5m	3:35pm	Greyhound Station	Fastest
Greyhound Lines Mexico + Greyhound Lines, Inc.	Bus	7:55am	Austin Eastside Bus Plaza	18h	12:55am	Greyhound Station	No tags
Valley Transit + Greyhound Lines, Inc.	Bus	7:55pm	Austin Eastside Bus Plaza	16h 30m	11:25am	Greyhound Station	No tags
FlixBus + Greyhound Lines, Inc.	Bus	12:40pm	Downtown Austin	23h 45m	11:25am	Greyhound Station	No tags

Next departures for Austin to El Paso on February 4
Operated by	Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Tornado Bus + Tornado Elite	Bus	12:50pm	Austin, (TX - TBC Austin)	18h 25m	6:15am	Tornado Bus Station	Cheapest
Greyhound Lines Mexico + Greyhound Lines, Inc.	Bus	3:30am	Austin Eastside Bus Plaza	13h 5m	3:35pm	Greyhound Station	Fastest
Greyhound Lines Mexico + Greyhound Lines, Inc.	Bus	7:55am	Austin Eastside Bus Plaza	18h	12:55am	Greyhound Station	No tags
Valley Transit + Greyhound Lines, Inc.	Bus	7:55pm	Austin Eastside Bus Plaza	16h 30m	11:25am	Greyhound Station	No tags
Tornado Bus + Tornado Elite	Bus	12:35pm	Austin, (TX - TBC Austin)	18h 40m	6:15am	Tornado Bus Station	No tags

Last refresh of the prices: Yesterday at 6:07 PM CST.

Compare 2 ways to go from Austin to El Paso

We recommend taking the train

Among the sustainable travel choices, the Train stands out as a good way to reach El Paso. The journey takes about 19 hours 3 minutes, and with fares starting at just $149, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

1train per day

19h 3mAverage Duration

849 kmDistance

77kgCO₂ emissions

	Average Price	Average Duration	CO₂ emissions	Actions
Bus	Average Price$119 - $535	Average Duration18h	CO₂ emissions 21kg CO₂e
Train	Average Price$149 - $239	Average Duration19h 3m	CO₂ emissions 77kg CO₂e

Where are the popular stops in Austin and El Paso?

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 El Paso

A
Tornado Bus Station
400 W Paisano Dr, El Paso, TX 79901, USA
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B
Greyhound Station
200 W San Antonio Ave, El Paso, TX 79901
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Compare bus companies

Greyhound

3.5/587,518 reviews

Staff3.6

Timeliness2.9

Cleanliness3.4

Wi‑Fi2.5

Tornado Bus

3/5173 reviews

Staff4.7

Timeliness3.4

Cleanliness4.4

Wi‑Fi3.9

FlixBus

3.5/512,162 reviews

Staff4.1

Timeliness3.9

Cleanliness4.1

Wi‑Fi2.7

Valley Transit

3/539 reviews

Staff4

Timeliness3.4

Cleanliness3

Wi‑Fi2.8

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

Frequently asked questions about travelling from Austin, TX, US to El Paso, 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 Austin to El Paso?
The cheapest bus tickets from Austin to El Paso start from $119. The average price for this route is around $190. 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 El Paso?
The average bus travel time from Austin to El Paso is 18h, covering a distance of 850 km. The quickest bus can get you there in 13h 15m and is operated by Tornado Bus.
Which bus companies service the Austin to El Paso route?
Several major bus companies operate on this route with 17 buses available per day, including services from Greyhound, Tornado Bus, FlixBus, Valley Transit.
What are the earliest and latest departure times for the bus from Austin to El Paso?
The earliest bus departs from Austin to El Paso at 3:30am. And the latest bus departs at 11:45pm.
What are the CO₂ emissions for the bus trip from Austin to El Paso?
A bus trip from Austin to El Paso generates an estimated 21 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 El Paso?
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 El Paso?
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 El Paso?
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 El Paso?
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.

Best price found

01-27

$304

01-28

$306

Today

$315

01-30

$181

01-31

$181

02-01

$181

02-02

$220

02-03

$300

The cheapest trip from Austin, TX, US to El Paso, US was searched and found on Jan 30, 2026 with a price of $181

To 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 El Paso, US, as early as possible.

You can expect to pay from $181 to $362 for a bus ticket from Austin, TX, US to El Paso, US based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at $181 which is on 2026-01-30.

Usually Greyhound 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.