How much is the bus ticket from San Antonio to Waco?

The cheapest bus tickets from San Antonio to Waco start from $46. The average price for this route is around $98. 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 San Antonio to Waco?

The average bus travel time from San Antonio to Waco is 3h 15m, covering a distance of 278 km. The quickest bus can get you there in 2h 40m and is operated by Tornado Bus .

Which bus companies service the San Antonio to Waco route?

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

What are the earliest and latest departure times for the bus from San Antonio to Waco?

The earliest bus departs from San Antonio to Waco at 1:25am. And the latest bus departs at 7:15pm.

What are the CO₂ emissions for the bus trip from San Antonio to Waco?

A bus trip from San Antonio to Waco generates an estimated 7 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 San Antonio to Waco?

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 87463 reviews.

Which bus company has the best Wi-Fi from San Antonio to Waco?

Based on Busbud reviews, the bus company Tornado Bus has the highest Wi-Fi rating with a score of 4.1.

Which bus company has the best on-time performance from San Antonio to Waco?

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 San Antonio to Waco?

According to Busbud traveller reviews, the bus company with the cleanest buses on this route is Tornado Bus , with a cleanliness rating of 4.5 out of 5 stars.

Bus San Antonio to Waco from $29 | Refundable Tickets

Next bus departures

Next departures for San Antonio to Waco on January 10
Operated by	Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended	Price and booking link
	Bus	5:15pm	San Antonio Bus Station	3h 25m	8:40pm	WACO, TX	Cheapest
	Bus	7:15pm	San Antonio Bus Station	3h 15m	10:30pm	WACO, TX	Fastest

Next departures for San Antonio to Waco on January 11
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Bus	7:30am	San Antonio Bus Station	4h 15m	11:45am	1020 S 5th St - Waco S.	Cheapest
Bus	1:30am	Tornado I-35	2h 55m	4:25am	Tornado Bus Station	Fastest
Bus	6:05am	San Antonio Bus Station	3h 30m	9:35am	WACO, TX	No tags
Bus	5:15pm	San Antonio Bus Station	3h 25m	8:40pm	WACO, TX	No tags
Bus	7:45am	Pearl District	4h	11:45am	1020 S 5th St - Waco S.	No tags

Next departures for San Antonio to Waco on January 12
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Bus	7:30am	San Antonio Bus Station	4h 15m	11:45am	1020 S 5th St - Waco S.	Cheapest
Bus	1:30am	Tornado I-35	2h 55m	4:25am	Tornado Bus Station	Fastest
Bus	6:05am	San Antonio Bus Station	3h 30m	9:35am	WACO, TX	No tags
Bus	5:15pm	San Antonio Bus Station	3h 25m	8:40pm	WACO, TX	No tags
Bus	7:45am	Pearl District	4h	11:45am	1020 S 5th St - Waco S.	No tags

Next departures for San Antonio to Waco on January 13
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Bus	7:30am	San Antonio Bus Station	4h 15m	11:45am	1020 S 5th St - Waco S.	Cheapest
Bus	1:30am	Tornado I-35	2h 55m	4:25am	Tornado Bus Station	Fastest
Bus	6:05am	San Antonio Bus Station	3h 30m	9:35am	WACO, TX	No tags
Bus	5:15pm	San Antonio Bus Station	3h 25m	8:40pm	WACO, TX	No tags
Bus	7:45am	Pearl District	4h	11:45am	1020 S 5th St - Waco S.	No tags

Next departures for San Antonio to Waco on January 14
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Bus	7:30am	San Antonio Bus Station	4h 15m	11:45am	1020 S 5th St - Waco S.	Cheapest
Bus	1:30am	Tornado I-35	2h 55m	4:25am	Tornado Bus Station	Fastest
Bus	6:05am	San Antonio Bus Station	3h 30m	9:35am	WACO, TX	No tags
Bus	5:15pm	San Antonio Bus Station	3h 25m	8:40pm	WACO, TX	No tags
Bus	7:45am	Pearl District	4h	11:45am	1020 S 5th St - Waco S.	No tags

Next departures for San Antonio to Waco on January 15
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Bus	7:30am	San Antonio Bus Station	4h 15m	11:45am	1020 S 5th St - Waco S.	Cheapest
Bus	1:30am	Tornado I-35	2h 55m	4:25am	Tornado Bus Station	Fastest
Bus	6:05am	San Antonio Bus Station	3h 30m	9:35am	WACO, TX	No tags
Bus	5:15pm	San Antonio Bus Station	3h 25m	8:40pm	WACO, TX	No tags
Bus	7:45am	Pearl District	4h	11:45am	1020 S 5th St - Waco S.	No tags

Last refresh of the prices: Yesterday at 3:37 PM CST.

Get from San Antonio to Waco

This route is served by bus only

The journey takes about 3 hours 15 minutes, and with fares starting at just $46, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

17bus per day

3h 15mAverage Duration

278 kmDistance

7kgCO₂ emissions

Where are the popular stops in San Antonio and Waco?

Stops in San Antonio

A
Tornado I-35
7914 Interstate 35 Access Rd, San Antonio, TX 78224, USA
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B
San Antonio Bus Station
500 N St Mary's St, San Antonio, TX 78205, USA
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C
4407 S PanAm Expy #101
4407 S PanAm Expy #101, San Antonio, TX 78225, USA
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D
San Antonio, TX
165 Bowie St, San Antonio, 78205
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Stops in Waco

A
Tornado Bus Station
1900 Speight Ave, Waco, TX 76706, USA
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B
Taquerias Arandas
1500 S 18th St, Waco, TX 76706, USA
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C
Downtown Transit Terminal, 301 S 8th street
301 S 8th St, Waco, TX 76706, USA
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D
Bellmead
701 Interstate 35 Frontage Rd, Bellmead, TX 76705, , USA
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Compare bus companies

Tornado Bus

3/5169 reviews

Staff4.7

Timeliness3.5

Cleanliness4.5

Wifi4.1

Greyhound

3.5/587,492 reviews

Staff3.6

Timeliness2.9

Cleanliness3.3

Wifi2.4

Based on 87492 reviews, the company was rated 3.5 stars on Busbud. Travellers were especially satisfied with the ticket access and the temperature but often complained with the WiFi. Greyhound ticket prices on this trip start at $51

Greyhound San Antonio Waco recent customer reviews

Great first time experience. Would definitely use Greyhound in the future.

Amanda P.

November 28, 2018

The staff & drivers are great.

Kenneth C.

October 10, 2017

FlixBus

3.5/511,988 reviews

Staff4.1

Timeliness3.9

Cleanliness4.1

Wifi2.7

Valley Transit

3/538 reviews

Staff4

Timeliness3.5

Cleanliness2.9

Wifi2.8

Turimex Internacional

3/5649 reviews

Staff4.1

Timeliness2

Cleanliness3.7

Wifi2.8

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

Frequently asked questions about travelling from San Antonio, US to Waco 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 San Antonio to Waco?
The cheapest bus tickets from San Antonio to Waco start from $46. The average price for this route is around $98. 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 San Antonio to Waco?
The average bus travel time from San Antonio to Waco is 3h 15m, covering a distance of 278 km. The quickest bus can get you there in 2h 40m and is operated by Tornado Bus.
Which bus companies service the San Antonio to Waco route?
Several major bus companies operate on this route with 17 buses available per day, including services from Tornado Bus, Greyhound, FlixBus, Valley Transit, Turimex Internacional.
What are the earliest and latest departure times for the bus from San Antonio to Waco?
The earliest bus departs from San Antonio to Waco at 1:25am. And the latest bus departs at 7:15pm.
What are the CO₂ emissions for the bus trip from San Antonio to Waco?
A bus trip from San Antonio to Waco generates an estimated 7 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 San Antonio to Waco?
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 87463 reviews.
Which bus company has the best Wi-Fi from San Antonio to Waco?
Based on Busbud reviews, the bus company Tornado Bus has the highest Wi-Fi rating with a score of 4.1.
Which bus company has the best on-time performance from San Antonio to Waco?
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 San Antonio to Waco?
According to Busbud traveller reviews, the bus company with the cleanest buses on this route is Tornado Bus, with a cleanliness rating of 4.5 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

01-08

$66

01-09

$56

Today

$50

01-11

$45

01-12

$40

01-13

$39

01-14

$38

01-15

$38

The cheapest trip from San Antonio, US to Waco was searched and found on Jan 14, 2026 with a price of $38

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

You can expect to pay from $38 to $93 for a bus ticket from San Antonio, US to Waco based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at $38 which is on 2026-01-14.

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.