How to get from Wells Branch to Elgin by bus?

From Wells Branch to Elgin by bus

To get from Wells Branch to Elgin in Austin, you’ll need to take 3 bus lines: take the 243 bus from 3301 Wells Branch/Howard station to Tech Ridge Park & Ride station. Next, you’ll have to switch to the 801 bus and finally take the 990 bus from Triangle Station (Nb) station to Sh 95/Main station. The total trip duration for this route is approximately 2 hr 44 min. The bus schedule from Wells Branch may change. We recommend you check the updated bus schedule to Elgin on the Moovit app.

164min
Bus - 243243
Bus - 801801
Bus - 990990
Leaves from 3301 Wells Branch/Howard

Step by Step

  • 1
    Start from bus station
    Start from bus station
    Wells Branch
  • 2
    Bus - 243243
    Wait for bus
    243
    243 Tech Ridge Park & Ride Eb
  • 3
    Ride to bus station
    Ride to bus station
    Tech Ridge Park & Ride
    ID 6398
    19 min
  • 4
    Walk to bus station
    Walk to bus station
    Tech Ridge Park & Ride
    ID 6398
    110 yd • 2 min
  • 5
    Bus - 801801
    Wait for bus
    801
    801 Southpark Meadows Sb
  • 6
    Ride to bus station
    Ride to bus station
    Triangle Station (Sb)
    ID 484
    42 min
  • 7
    Walk to bus station
    Walk to bus station
    Triangle Station (Nb)
    ID 610
    30 yd • 1 min
  • 8
    Bus - 990990
    Wait for bus
    990
    990 Manor/Elgin Eb
  • 9
    Ride to bus station Sh 95/Main
    Ride to bus station
    Sh 95/Main
    ID 5696
    62 min
*Duration based on 8am traffic

From Wells Branch to Elgin by bus and light rail

To get from Wells Branch to Elgin in Austin, take the 550 light rail from Howard Station Park & Ride station to Downtown Station station. Next, take the 990 bus from 517 Lavaca/6th station to Sh 95/Main station. The total trip duration for this route is approximately 2 hr 44 min. The bus schedule from Wells Branch may change. We recommend you check the updated bus schedule to Elgin on the Moovit app.

164min
Walk to light rail station
Light Rail - 550550
Bus - 990990
Leaves from Howard Station Park & Ride

Step by Step

  • 1
    Walk to light rail station
    Walk to light rail station
    Howard Station Park & Ride
    ID 6402
    800 yd • 10 min
  • 2
    Light Rail - 550550
    Wait for light rail
    550
    550 Downtown Station Sb
  • 3
    Ride to light rail station
    Ride to light rail station
    Downtown Station
    ID 5534
    33 min
  • 4
    Walk to bus station
    Walk to bus station
    517 Lavaca/6th
    ID 2605
    0.58 mi • 12 min
  • 5
    Bus - 990990
    Wait for bus
    990
    990 Manor/Elgin Eb
  • 6
    Ride to bus station Sh 95/Main
    Ride to bus station
    Sh 95/Main
    ID 5696
    93 min
*Duration based on 8am traffic
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Public transit directions from Wells Branch to Elgin

The distance between Wells Branch, Austin and Elgin, Austin is approximately 38.06 mi, which can typically be travelled in 164 min. Moovit will show you the directions from Wells Branch to Elgin by bus, so no matter how you choose to travel in Austin – you will always have plenty of easy options.

Bus schedule from Wells Branch to Elgin

To check the bus schedule from Wells Branch to Elgin using the Moovit app, first download and open the app on your smartphone. Enter your starting point (Wells Branch) and destination (Elgin), then select the desired date and time of travel. Moovit will show all available bus routes, estimated travel times, and any required transfers. You can view detailed departure and arrival times for each bus, as well as real-time updates for delays or changes. Use this information to plan your trip and stay up to date with the latest bus schedules.

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From Wells Branch to Elgin by bus and light rail

To get from Wells Branch to Elgin in Austin, take the 550 light rail from Howard Station Park & Ride station to Downtown Station station. Next, take the 990 bus from 517 Lavaca/6th station to Sh 95/Main station. The total trip duration for this route is approximately 2 hr 44 min. The bus schedule from Wells Branch may change. We recommend you check the updated bus schedule to Elgin on the Moovit app.

164min
Walk to light rail station
Light Rail - 550550
Bus - 990990
Leaves from Howard Station Park & Ride

Step by Step

  • 1
    Walk to light rail station
    Walk to light rail station
    Howard Station Park & Ride
    ID 6402
    800 yd • 10 min
  • 2
    Light Rail - 550550
    Wait for light rail
    550
    550 Downtown Station Sb
  • 3
    Ride to light rail station
    Ride to light rail station
    Downtown Station
    ID 5534
    33 min
  • 4
    Walk to bus station
    Walk to bus station
    517 Lavaca/6th
    ID 2605
    0.58 mi • 12 min
  • 5
    Bus - 990990
    Wait for bus
    990
    990 Manor/Elgin Eb
  • 6
    Ride to bus station Sh 95/Main
    Ride to bus station
    Sh 95/Main
    ID 5696
    93 min
*Duration based on 8am traffic

Questions & Answers

  • What is the fastest way to get from Wells Branch to Elgin?

    The fastest way takes 164 minutes, using Bus line 243, Bus line 801, Bus line 990.

  • What is the alternative route to get from Wells Branch to Elgin?

    The alternative route takes 164 minutes, using Light Rail line 550, Bus line 990.

  • Is there a direct bus between Wells Branch and Elgin in Austin?

    No, you’ll have to take 3 bus lines in total. The total travelling time is 2 hr 44 min.

  • Which bus line goes from Wells Branch to Elgin in Austin?

    The 243 bus line goes from 243 Tech Ridge Park & Ride Eb station near Wells Branch to Tech Ridge Park & Ride station. From there you’ll have to take one bus line till Tech Ridge Park & Ride station near Elgin in Austin.

  • How long does it take to travel from Wells Branch to Elgin in Austin by bus?

    The total travel time between Wells Branch and Elgin in Austin by bus is about 2 hr 44 min.

  • Where do I get on the bus near Wells Branch to get to Elgin in Austin?

    Get on the 243 bus from the 243 Tech Ridge Park & Ride Eb stop near Wells Branch in Austin.

  • Where do I get off the bus when travelling between Wells Branch and Elgin in Austin?

    Get off the bus at the Tech Ridge Park & Ride stop, which is closest to Elgin in Austin.

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