Shuttle College Station to Texas City TX

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Pricing / Fares to and from Texas City

How much does a shuttle cost to Texas City TX?

It depends on the addresses you enter, if it's in the middle of the night or early morning, and the number of people. Check rates by clicking the buttons that say "Check Rates" below. There are different options under "Select Service" like "To Airport" or "From Airport" and "One Way" or "Round Trip". Choose the option called "Any Two Addresses 24/7" for non-airport transportation between any two addresses in Texas. Rates are total, not per person.

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Enter the promo code "ONLINE" for round trips and save 10% for booking online, or book a round trip and save more both ways. You'll also get a free upgrade to non-stop if you use the promo code "NONSTOP". We're here to help; so if you have any questions, feel free call us.

How Do I Get an Accurate Quote?

  • Step 1 - You can just type city and check rates, but we recommend entering the full address to get an accurate quote since we have special rates for certain zip codes and most pricing is mileage based. Once you fill in the addresses, click "View Rates".
  • Step 2 - We include pricing for Texas Taxi, Airport Shuttle and Black Car Service, so you can compare costs and have more options. Choose the type of service you want with the correct number of passengers. Once a price comes up, click "Reserve Now"
  • Step 3 - Enter your name, cell phone and email to save your quote and automatically get a copy sent to your email. We can easily look up your quote by name if you call and finish up your reservation. Just click "Continue"
  • Step 4 - The website won't book anything until you enter a credit or debit card on the final booking screen. You will automatically receive a confirmation email with all the details after you click "Confirm My Reservation".

What are the benefits of using our service?

Door to door shuttle service is included on all our trips. Usually trips in Texas are non-stop in a nicer vehicle. Texas Shuttle can pick you up Dallas, or your home anytime 24/7. We normally take you straight there, which is very different from other companies that leave you at a bus stop in Texas, and stop and wait repeatedly. We also don't pack you in with 8-54 people you don't know.

Does it cost anything to change my reservation?

You can change the date and time of your reservation at no cost. If you don't know the exact address, you can enter the city for now and reserve it, then give us the full address later. If you don't know your flight number landing in Dallas, you can estimate the time and update the flight number and time later.

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What type of vehicle will pick me up?

We send a College Station to Texas City Shuttle or SUV (4+ passengers) or a nice car (1-3 passengers) anytime and take you to any address in Fort Worth Texas, not just DFW. Our Dallas and Fort Worth vehicles are clean and newer. Most vehicles are luxury and full size. We have Mercedes Sprinter Shuttles, Lincoln Navigators, Lincoln MKZ's, and a variety of other vehicles.


Pickup Locations

Your Texas Shuttle picks you up curbside at IAH or Hobby. For arrivals, head to the ground transportation / passenger pickup area and we'll meet you curbside. If you are in a wheelchair, stay with your attendant until your driver reaches the curb. Security won't allow drivers to wait or walk more than 15 feet away from their vehicle, so good communication is essential. Turn on your cell phone and take it off airplane mode and silent, so your driver can call or text you. If you don't recognize the number, it's probably your driver.


IAH - George Bush Intercontinental — meet your driver at the lower-level curb of your arrival terminal (Terminal A, B, C, D, or E). Send your terminal letter to your driver when you land.

  • Terminal A / B / C / D / E - Lower Level Curb — exit baggage claim and head to the outer curb; your driver will tell you the exact lane.

Hobby Airport (HOU) - Lower Level Curb is on the lower level outside baggage claim. Head out the door and walk to the outer curb; we'll meet you there.


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Who are your drivers?

Most of our shuttle drivers are experienced, licensed professionals in Dallas or Fort Worth Texas. They have excellent people skills, and are usually very knowledgeable about the area from Dallas to Fort Worth. Some of our shuttle drivers are professional guides in Dallas or Fort Worth Texas. Learn more about our drivers.

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Getting from College Station to Texas City: The Complete Guide

Traveling from College Station to Texas City links the Brazos Valley with the Gulf Coast, and the trip is more straightforward than many travelers expect. The two cities sit roughly 150 miles apart, and most of the journey follows Texas State Highway 6 south before looping around the Houston metro area and dropping down Interstate 45 toward Galveston Bay. Whether you are a Texas A&M student heading home for the weekend, a family visiting Galveston-area beaches, or a professional traveling to the industrial corridor around the Port of Texas City, this guide covers every practical option: driving yourself, riding a shuttle, using intercity buses, flying out of Easterwood Airport, and combining connections.

How Far Is Texas City from College Station?

By road, the trip covers approximately 150 miles and typically takes around three hours in normal traffic. Two factors can stretch that estimate considerably:

  • Houston traffic. The route skirts the western and southern edges of the Houston metro, one of the most congested regions in the country. Weekday rush hours — roughly 6:30–9:30 a.m. and 3:30–7 p.m. — can add an hour or more.
  • Construction and weather. Highway 6 through the Brazos Valley and the Houston-area freeway system are periodically under construction, and Gulf Coast storms can slow or temporarily close low-lying stretches near the bay.

Because there is no direct passenger rail line and no airport in Texas City with scheduled commercial service, nearly every trip — regardless of how it starts — funnels through the Houston area. That makes route choice around Houston the single biggest decision in planning this trip.

The Driving Route: Highway 6, Houston Bypasses, and I-45 South

Leg 1: College Station to the Houston metro via TX-6

The classic route is also the fastest in most conditions. From College Station, pick up Texas State Highway 6 southbound. Along the way you will pass:

  • Navasota — about 20 minutes south of campus, with a historic downtown featuring late-19th-century storefronts. If you need a break early in the drive, this is a good first stop.
  • Washington-on-the-Brazos State Historic Site — a short detour off TX-6 between Navasota and Hempstead. This is where the Texas Declaration of Independence was signed in 1836, and it makes a worthwhile side trip if you have extra time.
  • Hempstead — a small Waller County town long associated with watermelon farming, sitting at the junction of TX-6 and US-290.
  • Prairie View A&M University — the state's second-oldest public institution of higher learning, located just west of Hempstead along the US-290 corridor.
  • Cypress and northwest Houston — TX-6 continues through fast-growing suburban Harris County before meeting Loop 610 on Houston's northwest side.

Leg 2: Looping around Houston to I-45 South

Once you reach the Houston area, you have two main ways to reach I-45 southbound:

  • Via Loop 610 (I-610): Continue on TX-6 to I-610 and follow the loop south and east to I-45. This is the shorter path in miles, but it carries dense local traffic at nearly all hours.
  • Via Beltway 8 (Sam Houston Tollway): Connect to the Sam Houston Tollway and follow it around the south side of Houston to I-45. The tollway is a tolled facility, but it is often the smoother drive outside of peak hours and is the route many commercial and shuttle operators prefer for that reason.

Leg 3: I-45 South to Texas City

From the I-45 interchange, head south toward Galveston. Texas City is roughly 40 miles down the freeway, with exits for the city's main corridors including Highway 146, Loop 197, and Palmer Highway. Keep an eye out for the refinery skylines flanking the freeway as you approach — they signal you have arrived in one of the largest petrochemical and refining complexes on the Gulf Coast, anchored by the Port of Texas City on Galveston Bay.

College Station to Texas City: Your Transportation Options Compared

Option Typical Duration Best For Key Trade-Off
Drive your own car About 3 hours in normal traffic Families, beach trips, flexibility to explore Galveston and Kemah You absorb Houston traffic stress and fuel, tolls, and parking costs (exact costs vary)
Shuttle service About 3–3.5 hours depending on pickup schedule Students without cars, airport-style door-to-door convenience Fixed departure times; reserve in advance
Intercity bus with Houston connection Varies widely; often 4.5+ hours with transfer Budget-conscious solo travelers Requires a transfer through Houston; schedules may not align cleanly
Fly from Easterwood Airport (CLL) with connection Half a day or more door to door Travelers connecting onward to distant destinations No airport in Texas City; you still need ground transport from Houston
Rideshare for the full distance About 3 hours Travelers who value door-to-door privacy and can pay for it Long-haul rideshare fares are typically expensive on a route this length, and driver availability can be limited

Note that specific fares change constantly and are not listed here. Always confirm current pricing directly with the operator or app before you book.

Shuttle Service: The Door-to-Door Option

For many Texas A&M students and Brazos Valley residents without a car, a scheduled shuttle is the most practical way to make this trip. Shuttle service on this corridor typically offers:

  • Pickup near campus and major apartment complexes in College Station, and drop-off at locations in Texas City and nearby communities such as League City and La Marque.
  • No need to navigate Houston traffic. Professional drivers run this route regularly and know which Houston loop and when to use it.
  • Luggage-friendly travel compared with rideshare, where a long-haul driver may have limited trunk space.

If you choose this option, book early around high-demand dates — especially move-in and move-out weeks, Thanksgiving, and the end of spring semester — when Texas A&M-related travel on Gulf Coast routes surges.

Flying from College Station: What Easterwood Airport Can (and Cannot) Do

Flying makes sense only if Texas City is a stop on a longer journey, for example if you are heading onward from DFW. Otherwise, ground transportation is the clear choice for this origin-destination pair.

What to Do When You Arrive in Texas City

Texas City rewards travelers who plan a little time to explore rather than passing straight through:

Texas City Dike

This roughly five-mile rock jetty extending into Galveston Bay is often cited as one of the longest recreational piers in the nation. It is a favorite for fishing, birdwatching, and sunset views across the bay toward Galveston Island. Note that there is typically a small per-vehicle entry fee for the dike.

Bay Street Park and the 1947 Memorial

Bay Street Park sits on the waterfront near the port and is home to memorials connected to the 1947 Texas City disaster — the deadliest industrial accident in Texas history, when a fire aboard a mooded cargo ship loaded with ammonium nitrate set off a chain of explosions that killed hundreds and leveled much of the port area. The Texas City Museum downtown tells the fuller story of the city's history.

Tanger Outlets and Shopping

The Tanger Outlets center on the Gulf Freeway corridor draws shoppers from across the region and is one of the city's most visited retail destinations.

Day Trips: Galveston and Kemah

Texas City's location is its quiet advantage. Galveston's beaches, Strand Historic District, and Moody Gardens are roughly 10–15 minutes south on I-45, while the Kemah Boardwalk — a waterfront entertainment complex with restaurants and amusement rides overlooking Galveston Bay — is a short drive north on Highway 146. Many travelers use Texas City as a cheaper, quieter home base for both.

Best Stops on the Drive Down

If you are driving and want to break up the trip, these are the standouts along the corridor:

  • Navasota: Grab coffee or lunch in the compact historic downtown, and look for the city's blues-music heritage markers.
  • Washington-on-the-Brazos State Historic Site: The birthplace of Texas independence, with a museum, the old town site, and picnic grounds along the Brazos River.
  • Hempstead: A quick fuel and food stop at the TX-6/US-290 junction.
  • Zelma Hutsell Park or quick exits near the I-45 corridor in League City: On the final stretch, League City — just north of Texas City on I-45 — offers a broad selection of restaurants and last-stop amenities before you reach Texas City proper.

Timing Your Trip: When to Leave College Station

  • Best departure window: Late morning (roughly 9:30 a.m.–2 p.m.) lets you clear the Brazos Valley and reach Houston between rush hours. Mid-afternoon departures are the second-best choice.
  • Worst windows: Friday afternoons are heavily loaded with Texas A&M students heading toward the coast, and Friday evenings collide directly with Houston's outbound weekend traffic on I-45.
  • Holiday weekends: Expect heavy I-45 volume on summer Fridays and Sundays as Houston-area travelers head to and from Galveston beaches.
  • Hurricane season (June–November): Monitor forecasts. Evacuation routes in this region include I-45, and coastal counties including Galveston County have established evacuation zone plans you should review if traveling in peak season.

Frequently Asked Questions

How long does it take to get from College Station to Texas City?

In light traffic, plan on roughly three hours by car. Add 30–60 minutes or more during Houston rush hours, holiday weekends, or active construction zones.

Is there a bus from College Station to Texas City?

There is no direct intercity bus linking the two cities. Most bus options route through Houston, where you would transfer to a service continuing southeast toward the Galveston County area. Check current schedules with major intercity carriers, as routes and stops change periodically.

Is there a train from College Station to Texas City?

No. College Station has no passenger rail station, and Texas City has no passenger rail service. Amtrak's nearest connections to this corridor are in the broader Houston region, and freight rail lines through Texas City do not carry passengers.

Can I fly from College Station to Texas City?

Not directly. Easterwood Airport (CLL) offers nonstop flights to Houston Bush Intercontinental and Dallas–Fort Worth, but there is no commercial airport in Texas City. Since the flight lands on the far side of Houston, ground travel is faster and simpler for this specific trip.

What is the cheapest way to travel this route?

For solo travelers, combining an intercity bus to Houston with a connection southeast is usually the lowest-cost option, though it adds transfer time. For groups of three or more, splitting the cost of driving — fuel plus any tolls — is often cheaper per person than individual tickets. Actual costs vary with fuel prices and booking dates, so compare at the time you travel.

What is the best route around Houston?

Outside of rush hour, either Loop 610 or the Sam Houston Tollway (Beltway 8) can work well. The tollway typically offers steadier traffic flow at the cost of tolls, while 610 is toll-free but busier. Many regular travelers on this route prefer the tollway for midday and evening drives and reserve 610 for light-traffic windows.

Is Texas City worth visiting, or is it just a pass-through to Galveston?

It is worth more than a glance. The Texas City Dike is a genuinely distinctive bay-front destination, Bay Street Park ties the visit to one of the most important stories in Texas industrial history, the Tanger Outlets anchor a solid shopping day, and its location makes it an efficient base for exploring both Galveston and Kemah without Galveston's beach-season crowds and higher lodging demand.

Final Tips for the Trip

  • Fill up in College Station or Navasota; fuel is generally priced lower in the Brazos Valley than in Houston's urban core.
  • Check traffic conditions on I-45 and the Houston loops before departing — a five-minute check can save you an hour.
  • If you are driving for a beach day, remember that Galveston beaches can charge parking fees and that the seaward-facing beach parks along the Seawall are the main access points.
  • Carry a physical backup or offline map. Cell coverage is strong along TX-6 and I-45, but Gulf Coast storms occasionally disrupt service.
  • If you are traveling without a car and on a fixed schedule — especially around Texas A&M academic dates — reserve shuttle seats well in advance rather than waiting until the week of travel.

With a little planning around Houston's traffic patterns, the run from Aggieland to the bay is an easy, predictable trip — and Texas City itself makes a genuinely worthwhile destination, not just a waypoint on the way to the beach.