Vonlane, the premium motor coach service known for transforming short-haul travel, today announced the launch of its newest Texas route connecting The Woodlands and Austin, marking a milestone for the company: its 12th route in its 12th year of operation.
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New Route Details and Schedule
Beginning May 4, 2026, The Woodlands and Austin will be connected by multiple daily departures seven days a week.
Monday — The Woodlands to/from Austin: 7:30 a.m., 11:15 a.m., 3:00 p.m., and 6:45 p.m.Tuesday — The Woodlands to/from Austin: 11:15 a.m. and 3:00 p.m.Wednesday — The Woodlands to/from Austin: 11:15 a.m. and 3:00 p.m.Thursday — The Woodlands to/from Austin: 7:30 a.m., 11:15 a.m., 3:00 p.m., and 6:45 p.m.Friday — The Woodlands to/from Austin: 7:30 a.m., 11:15 a.m., 3:00 p.m., and 6:45 p.m.Saturday — Austin to The Woodlands: 10:00 a.m.; The Woodlands to Austin: 2:00 p.m.Sunday — The Woodlands to/from Austin: 9:00 a.m. and 1:00 p.m.Terminal Locations & Hotel PartnersThe Woodlands Waterway Marriott Hotel & Convention Center, 1601 Lake Robbins Drive, The Woodlands, TX 77380DoubleTree by Hilton Austin – University Area, 1617 N Interstate Hwy 35, Austin, TX 78702
With a special introductory one-way fare of $99 for the new route (valid for travel through August 31, 2026), Vonlane delivers exceptional value, especially given today’s fuel costs. That’s before factoring in complimentary amenities like Starlink Wi-Fi, meals, snacks, and beverages, as well as no baggage or change fees.
The real return, however, is time well spent; passengers arrive having finished a presentation, watched a film, enjoyed a meaningful conversation, or simply gotten their best rest in weeks.Trading hours behind the wheel or in airports for an elevated experience isn’t just smart travel—it’s the Vonlane difference.
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A Milestone Route for a Milestone Year
The new connection between The Woodlands and Austin is more than a route addition — it is the capstone of a landmark year for Vonlane. The company, which launched in 2014 with a single route between Dallas and Austin, has grown into a premium travel network spanning 12 routes across 11 cities in three states.
“We’ve heard from travelers on both sides of this corridor, and the enthusiasm for this route between The Woodlands and Austin has been tremendous,” said Alex Danza, Founder and CEO of Vonlane. “The Woodlands is one of the most dynamic and fast-growing communities in Texas, and connecting its residents directly to Austin — and vice versa — opens up a world of possibilities for residents of both communities, whether they’re heading there for business, live music, a weekend getaway, or all three. We’re proud to make that connection on our 12th birthday.”
The Woodlands area has been Vonlane’s most-requested geographic addition over the past several years. In June 2025, Vonlane launched a route between The Woodlands and Dallas and currently operates 38 weekly departures between the two locations.
“Vonlane’s service connecting The Woodlands to Dallas and now Austin enhances both accessibility and the overall visitor experience, offering a seamless, elevated travel option for convention attendees, concertgoers, residents, students, and visitors alike,” said Elizabeth Eddins, Executive Director of Visit The Woodlands. “With the FIFA World Cup 2026 on the horizon, we hope this service captures the attention of global travelers choosing to stay in The Woodlands and travel in style to Dallas matches. Perfectly dubbed ‘first class on wheels,’ Vonlane brings a premium, convenient journey to and from The Woodlands Town Center.”
Vonlane launches its newest Texas route connecting The Woodlands and Austin beginning May 4, 2026; Photo Credit: VonlaneVonlane by the Numbers — 12 Years
As Vonlane celebrates its 12th year, the company’s growth reflects the sustained demand for a smarter alternative to short-haul flying and highway driving in Texas and the Southeast:
12 routes11 cities3 states600+ weekly departures156,000 trips completed35 million miles traveled1.57 million passengers transported1 million meals served600,000 passenger vehicles taken off the roadThe Vonlane Experience
Vonlane operates a luxury motor coach fleet featuring spacious leather seating; fast and free Starlink Wi-Fi access; onboard attendant service; complimentary amenities, meals, and snacks; and city-center-to-city-center routing — eliminating the parking fees, TSA lines, and dead time that come with short-haul air travel. Fares are flat-rate, one-way or round-trip, with no taxes, baggage fees, or change fees. The Vonlane app, available for Apple and Android devices, makes booking and managing trips easy.
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Founded in 2014, Vonlane is a luxury motor coach service for business and leisure travelers, offering over 600 departures weekly across 11 cities. Routes operate in Austin, Dallas, Fort Worth, Houston, Plano, The Woodlands, and San Antonio, Texas; between Atlanta, Georgia, and Nashville, Tennessee; and between Nashville and Memphis, and Nashville and Knoxville.
Through its Passenger-First travel strategies, Vonlane strives to offer travelers an alternative mode of transport that reduces stress and delivers a first-class experience at a reasonable cost. The Vonlane fleet provides travelers with spacious, peaceful, and productive environments that maximize billable time or relaxation, with hassle-free departure and arrival experiences. For a complete schedule, to book travel on the new The Woodlands↔Austin route, or to learn more, visit www.vonlane.com.
Source: Vonlane
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