Bus from Fort Worth to Austin, Texas
One bus a day, 4 h 40 min, from $45.99. A power outlet at every seat and extra legroom.
One bus a day, 4 h 40 min, from $45.99. A power outlet at every seat and extra legroom.
$45.99one way, lowest fare
Departs every day at 8:30 AM.
Check seats and faresChecked on October 14, 2026. Fares rise as seats sell.
Taking the bus from Fort Worth to Austin with Smile Bus costs from $45.99 and takes about 4 h 40 min. There is one daily departure at 8:30 AM, with a stop in Dallas, on a premium coach with power outlets at every seat. You board at a dedicated stop, not a crowded terminal, and arrive at Austin (UT).
| Departs | Arrives | Trip time | Stops | From | Book |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 8:30 AMFort Worth (Central Station) | 1:10 PMAustin (UT) | 4 h 40 min | 1 stop (Dallas) | $45.99 | See seats |
Fort Worth Central Station, the downtown intermodal transit center on Jones St, near Sundance Square.
Open in Google MapsThe University of Texas at Austin campus, on W 21st Street, north of the Texas State Capitol.
Open in Google MapsYour confirmation email includes the exact address and a map link.
Charge your phone or laptop the whole way.
Room to stretch on the longer legs.
A cool cabin through a Texas afternoon.
No need to wait for the next stop.
Help in English and Spanish.
The UT stop puts you close to the Capitol, downtown and the Drag.
Free tours of the pink granite capitol, about a mile south of the UT campus.
Shops, food trucks and live music with a classic view of the Capitol.
A 10 mile hike and bike trail plus kayak and paddleboard rentals downtown.
Still need help? Call 832-389-7338 or write to hello@smilebususa.com.
Smile Bus tickets from Fort Worth to Austin start at $45.99 one way (fare checked on October 14, 2026). The price changes with your travel date, how far ahead you book and seat availability. Promotional fares are non-refundable and sold online only.
The trip takes about 4 h 40 min. The bus leaves Fort Worth at 8:30 AM and arrives in Austin at 1:10 PM, with a stop in Dallas on the way. Traffic and weather can change the arrival time.
There is one departure a day at 8:30 AM from Fort Worth (Central Station), 1001 Jones St. Pick your date in the search at the top of this page to see live seats and fares.
Not at the moment. The bus stops in Dallas on the way, and you buy a single ticket for the full trip from Fort Worth to Austin.
The bus leaves from Fort Worth (Central Station) at 1001 Jones St, Fort Worth, TX 76102, and arrives at Austin (UT) at 300 W 21st Street, Austin, TX 78712. Your confirmation email includes the exact address and a map link.
Every Smile Bus ride includes air conditioning, reclining seats with extra legroom, power outlets at every seat and an onboard restroom, with a bilingual team (English and Spanish) to help you.
| Route | Departs | From |
|---|---|---|
| Austin to Fort WorthYour return trip | 1:10 PM | $45.99 |
| Fort Worth to Dallas | 8:30 AM | $17.99 |
| Fort Worth to Houston | 8:30 AM | $67.99 |
| Austin to Houston | 1:20 PM | $34.99 |
| Austin to Dallas | 1:10 PM | $41.99 |
Each fare level has a set number of seats per departure. When they sell out, the next fare level opens.
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