How To Get From Houston William P. Hobby Airport to Downtown
by Vandvoyage
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Welcome to Houston. In this list we’ll show you all the ways to get from Houston Hobby Airport to downtown Houston.
Note: Houston is served by two major passenger airports:
George Bush Intercontinental Airport (IAH);
William P. Hobby Airport (HOU);
IAH is the major one that handles national and international flights. While HOU handles national flights.
This article focuses on how to get from William P. Hobby Airport to downtown.
Read this article about how to get from George Bush Intercontinental Airport here.
Cheapest & Most Scenic: METRO 50 Broadway Bus / METRO Rail Green Line Train
The Houston Metropolitan Transit Authority (METRO) offers 50 Broadway. Running every 15 minutes (30 minutes on weekends) this bus departs from Curb Zone 3 outside the Arrivals Level. Ride until arriving at Magnolia Park Transit Center and board the METRO Rail Green Line. The Green Line runs directly through downtown Houston with stops such as Convention District Westbound Station. Perfect if your final destination is Daikin Park or George R. Brown Convention Center (GRB).
Not as direct as the later option but this bus & light rail combination provides a scenic route heading into downtown Houston.
Consider purchasing METRO Q Fare Card, Houston’s integrated fare card to the city.
Fare for METRO is $1.25. Travel time is approximately 60 minutes.
Cheapest & Most Direct: METRO 40 Telephone / Heights Bus
The Houston Metropolitan Transit Authority (METRO) also offers 40 Telephone / Heights.
Running every 30 minutes this direct (but with stops) bus departs from Curb Zone 3 outside the Arrivals Level. In downtown Houston, route 40 stops at several intersections passing through downtown, notably George R. Brown Convention Center (GRB) and Main Street Square.
Consider purchasing METRO Q Fare Card, Houston’s integrated fare card to the city.
Fare for METRO is $1.25. Travel time is approximately 60 minutes.
Most Semi-Private: Shuttles
Houston Hobby Airport offers a number of shuttles and limos. Learn more here.
Most Private: Taxi / Ride Share
Undoubtedly, the most expensive option from our list but the most private. In addition to taxis, Uber and Lyft offer private rideshare services from the airport. Travel time is approximately 20-25 minutes. If you arrive at rush hour expect to sit in traffic. Expect to pay about $25-30 for a ride.
Note:
Prices are accurate as of April 2025.