How far is El Paso from San Antonio?

The distance separating El Paso and San Antonio is 498 miles (803 km).

What are the departure and arrival stations when taking the bus from El Paso to San Antonio?

Most of the buses traveling from El Paso to San Antonio leave from Greyhound Station and arrive at Tornado I-35. These are the main pick-up and drop-off locations on this route, there are other pick-up and drop-off locations that could make it easier for you to reach your destination.

What are the best sights and things to do in San Antonio?

Once in San Antonio, you can start exploring the city and discover its surroundings. The top sights and things to do are Tower of the Americas, San Antonio Missions National Historical Park, Natural Bridge Caverns, La Villita Historic Arts Village and The Alamo.

Bus El Paso to San Antonio from $61 | Refundable Tickets

Next departures

Next departures for El Paso to San Antonio on September 2
Operated by	Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended	Price and booking link
		12:45pm	Greyhound Station	10h 40m	12:25am	San Antonio Bus Station	CheapestFastest
Greyhound Lines, Inc. + Valley Transit		5:40pm	Greyhound Station	18h 15m	12:55pm	San Antonio Bus Station	No tags

Next departures for El Paso to San Antonio on September 3
Operated by	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
	12:45pm	Greyhound Station	10h 40m	12:25am	San Antonio Bus Station	Cheapest
	7:30pm	Tornado Bus Station	7h	3:30am	Tornado I-35	Fastest
Greyhound Lines, Inc. + Greyhound Lines Mexico	4:20am	Greyhound Station	18h 30m	11:50pm	San Antonio Bus Station	No tags
Greyhound Lines, Inc. + Valley Transit	5:40pm	Greyhound Station	18h 15m	12:55pm	San Antonio Bus Station	No tags
	7:30pm	Tornado Bus Station	7h	3:30am	Tornado I-35	No tags

Next departures for El Paso to San Antonio on September 5
Operated by	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
	12:45pm	Greyhound Station	10h 40m	12:25am	San Antonio Bus Station	Cheapest
	7:30pm	Tornado Bus Station	9h	5:30am	Tornado I-35	Fastest
Greyhound Lines, Inc. + Greyhound Lines Mexico	4:20am	Greyhound Station	18h 30m	11:50pm	San Antonio Bus Station	No tags
Greyhound Lines, Inc. + Valley Transit	5:40pm	Greyhound Station	18h 15m	12:55pm	San Antonio Bus Station	No tags
	7:30pm	Tornado Bus Station	9h	5:30am	Tornado I-35	No tags

Next departures for El Paso to San Antonio on September 6
Operated by	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
	12:45pm	Greyhound Station	10h 40m	12:25am	San Antonio Bus Station	Cheapest
	7:30pm	Tornado Bus Station	9h	5:30am	Tornado I-35	Fastest
Greyhound Lines, Inc. + Greyhound Lines Mexico	4:20am	Greyhound Station	18h 30m	11:50pm	San Antonio Bus Station	No tags
Greyhound Lines, Inc. + Valley Transit	5:40pm	Greyhound Station	18h 15m	12:55pm	San Antonio Bus Station	No tags
	7:30pm	Tornado Bus Station	9h	5:30am	Tornado I-35	No tags

Compare 2 ways to go from El Paso to San Antonio.

	Average Price	Average Duration	CO₂ emissions
Bus	Average Price$67 - $317	Average Duration17h	CO₂ emissions 20kg CO₂e5 out of 5 stars	CheapestMost eco-friendly
Train	Average Price$107 - $156	Average Duration12h 15m	CO₂ emissions 74kg CO₂e1 out of 5 stars	Fastest

Busbud recommends taking the train from El Paso to San Antonio

Among the sustainable travel choices, the train stands out as the good way to reach San Antonio. The journey takes about 12 hours 15 minutes and with fares starting at just $107, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

1train per day

12h 15mAverage Duration

$107Cheapest ticket

74kgCO₂ emissions

Bus El Paso, US to San Antonio, US: Trip Overview

Average ticket price$111

Average bus trip duration17h

Number of daily buses11

Earliest bus departure4:20am

Distance501 miles (807 km)

Latest bus departure7:30pm

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Tornado Bus

3/5137 reviews

Staff5

Timeliness3

Cleanliness5

Wifi4.1

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,6 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 $111 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.

Greyhound El Paso San Antonio recent customer reviews

no se puede llevar alcohol y tuve que dejar 2 tequilas que llevaba de regalo, me pudo todo lo demas genial!

Paula S.

October 10, 2018

We had to switch drivers after2 hrs on the bus then the driver never showed up Until almost 3 hrs later then driver dropped me off at a truck stop instead at the greyhound station were my passenger and I were to switch buses ..then the 2nd bus was late and made a stop in a city that was not on the schedule stops 45 min out of the way.

Richard G.

August 4, 2018

There was no air, it was very hot very uncomfortable some plugs didn’t work for our phones we got late to our destination no WiFi

Sonia N N.

June 25, 2018

Greyhound

3.5/587,227 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 El Paso San Antonio recent customer reviews

no se puede llevar alcohol y tuve que dejar 2 tequilas que llevaba de regalo, me pudo todo lo demas genial!

Paula S.

October 10, 2018

We had to switch drivers after2 hrs on the bus then the driver never showed up Until almost 3 hrs later then driver dropped me off at a truck stop instead at the greyhound station were my passenger and I were to switch buses ..then the 2nd bus was late and made a stop in a city that was not on the schedule stops 45 min out of the way.

Richard G.

August 4, 2018

There was no air, it was very hot very uncomfortable some plugs didn’t work for our phones we got late to our destination no WiFi

Sonia N N.

June 25, 2018

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

El Paso to San Antonio Bus

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Where are the popular stops in El Paso and San Antonio?

Stops in El Paso

A - Greyhound Station

B - Tornado Bus Station

Stops in San Antonio

A - Tornado I-35

B - San Antonio Bus Station

C - San Antonio, TX

D - 4407 S PanAm Expy #101

Frequently asked questions for your trip El Paso, US - San Antonio, US

How far is El Paso from San Antonio?
What are the departure and arrival stations when taking the bus from El Paso to San Antonio?
What are the best sights and things to do in San Antonio?

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

Best price found

08/31

$149

09/01

$102

Today

$96

09/03

$61

09/04

$65

09/05

$69

09/06

$67

09/07

$71

The cheapest trip from El Paso, US to San Antonio, US was searched and found on Sep 3, 2025 with a price of $61

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

You can expect to pay from $61 to $149 for a bus ticket from El Paso, US to San Antonio, US based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at $61 which is on 2025-09-03.

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.

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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 El Paso and San Antonio!

Start sightseeing the minute your bus leaves the station. If you're on the night bus from El Paso to San Antonio, get comfy and count the stars.

Buses have one of the smallest carbon footprints of motorized transport modes. A bus going from El Paso to San Antonio will emit less CO2 than a car or an airplane.

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Did you know?

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 bus driver with the longest career in the world drove more than 2,000,000 miles and is a happy World Record holder.

Did you know there are on average 4,400 intercity bus departures every day in the US only? This number has been growing for 9 years in a row, yay!

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Bus Tickets from El Paso, US to San Antonio, US

Next departures

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Bus El Paso, US to San Antonio, US: Trip Overview

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Greyhound El Paso San Antonio recent customer reviews

Greyhound El Paso San Antonio recent customer reviews

El Paso to San Antonio Bus

Where are the popular stops in El Paso and San Antonio?

Frequently asked questions for your trip El Paso, US - San Antonio, US

How far is El Paso from San Antonio?

What are the departure and arrival stations when taking the bus from El Paso to San Antonio?

What are the best sights and things to do in San Antonio?

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