Greyhound Bus Line
station is on IH-35 near Highland Mall, +1 800-231-2222, (http://www.greyhound.com). Serves Austin daily. Schedules may change. Passengers can catch the number 7 bus to downtown from there.
By car
Austin is on one major freeway and several regional highways, and its outskirts are served by several tollways. From San Antonio, head north on IH-35, about one and a half hours. From Dallas, head south on IH-35, about three hours. From Houston, head west on US-290 or I-10 W to Hwy 71 W if you want to reach South Austin, about three hours.
By plane
Austin Bergstrom International Airport IATA: AUS, (http://www.ci.austin.tx.u...). 6 miles 10km southeast of the city center, it is served by most major carriers, with non-stop service to 49 destinations. There are a selection of buses (http://www.capmetro.org/r...), taxis, shuttles and car rentals to get you into town and back. Chauffeured sedans or limos are also available to pick you up or drop you off at the airport but normally require advance reservations. Taxi fare to downtown Austin is approximately $30.
By train
Austin Amtrak station, 250 North Lamar Blvd., (http://www.amtrak.com). Served by the Texas Eagle Line with service from Chicago to San Antonio.