Houston to Austin Car Service

Private, non-stop car service from Houston to Austin — about 2.5 to 3 hours door to door via US-290. We pick up at your home, hotel, IAH, Hobby, or the Galveston cruise port and drop you anywhere in Austin, including Austin-Bergstrom Airport, UT, and Circuit of the Americas.

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Houston to Austin Route Details

Typical door-to-door drive times via US-290 West. Traffic and weather can add time — your chauffeur plans the best route.

Downtown Houston → AustinAbout 165 miles2.5–3 hours

IAH Airport → AustinAbout 170 miles2.75–3.25 hours

Hobby Airport → AustinAbout 175 miles2.75–3.25 hours

Galveston Cruise Port → AustinAbout 210 miles3.5–4 hours

Rates: Long-distance trips are quoted per vehicle, not per person, including tolls. Get your exact price above ↑ or call (832) 206-6983.

Drop-Offs in Austin

We drive you to any address, including Austin-Bergstrom International Airport (AUS), Downtown Austin, the University of Texas, the Domain, Circuit of the Americas, and Round Rock.

Why Travel by Private Car?

A private ride to Austin is often faster than flying once you count airport time — and you travel door to door with all your luggage, on your schedule. Choose an executive sedan, a luxury SUV or Chevrolet Suburban for up to 7, or a 14-passenger Sprinter for groups.

What Our Passengers Say

    
 
 
         
   Dior brown 
 
 
 
 Trustindex verifies that the original source of the review is Google. Very good customer service
  
 
        
   S. Rucker 
 
 
 
 Trustindex verifies that the original source of the review is Google. Very helpful. On time clean. Safe driving
I made a mistake on my reservation but it was handed professional.
  
 
        
   Bill S 
 
 
 
 Trustindex verifies that the original source of the review is Google. Price is good. Service is excellent. Driver is helpfully with luggages.
  
 
        
   Brian Lepo 
 
 
 
 Trustindex verifies that the original source of the review is Google. Sam was great!  Right on time, nice vehicles.  We will definitely be riding again.
  
 
        
   B K 
 
 
 
 Trustindex verifies that the original source of the review is Google. Very nice driver. Brought a car seat for our baby. Drove safely even though the other drivers on the road wanted a road fight 🙄. Our ride was port Galveston to IAH. We rode in a sprinter van.
  
 
        
   Sean kim 
 
 
 
 Trustindex verifies that the original source of the review is Google. The was a great experience. Sam was great and very communicative. The price we paid was extremely reasonable and arguably cheaper than all the other options we called. This will more than likely be our go to shuttle service if we sail out of Houston again.
  
 
        
   Rene Rafal 
 
 
 
 Trustindex verifies that the original source of the review is Google. Sam is punctual and very accommodating.
He answers promptly and I have used him twice so far!  I will use him every time I visit Texas / Galveston.
  
 
        
   Melissa Garcia 
 
 
 
 Trustindex verifies that the original source of the review is Google. Very prompt and easy to work with. Even after a scheduling snafu on my part, they were happy to accommodate us. Arrived at the airport with plenty of time.
  
 
        
   K Burn 
 
 
 
 Trustindex verifies that the original source of the review is Google. Great service always on time and professional, have used for decades and highly recommend.
  
 
        
   Kevin Segler 
 
 
 
 Trustindex verifies that the original source of the review is Google. Great service! Highly recommend.
  
 
  
  
 
 
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Houston to Austin Car Service FAQs

How long is the drive from Houston to Austin?

About 2.5–3 hours from Downtown Houston via US-290 West, depending on traffic. From IAH it is about 2.75–3.25 hours.

How much is a car service from Houston to Austin?

Long-distance trips are quoted per vehicle based on your pickup address, drop-off, and vehicle. Tolls are included, and gratuity is added at checkout. Enter your trip in the instant quote tool or call (832) 206-6983 for your exact price.

Can you pick us up from the Galveston cruise port and take us to Austin?

Yes. We pick up at every Galveston cruise terminal and drive you straight to Austin or Austin-Bergstrom Airport — usually 3.5 to 4 hours.

Do you make stops along the way?

Yes. We are happy to make a short rest or food stop along the way on request.