George Bush Houston Airport Transportation (IAH)

George Bush Airport’s internal transport

At Houston International Airport, passengers can choose between Subway (the underground train) and Skyway (an elevated train).

Both trains connect all five terminals.

Skyway at George Bush Airport Houston

Skyway is an elevated train that allows passengers to move quickly between terminals. This is Airside Connection. The Skywalk Station is located on level 3 of each terminal. The elevated train system is 0.7 miles (1.1 km) long and runs along the north side of the building, outside of security.

The service works for free and every day, it also does not require re-registration. The elevated train connects terminals A, B, C, D, and E, providing an airside connection for people with connecting flights.

Subway at Houston Bush Airport

The metro is an underground train that allows visitors to move between A, B, C, D, and E terminals and the hotel. The system uses eight three-car trains, six of which run simultaneously at three-minute intervals at speeds up to 15 miles per hour (24 km/h). The metro station is located at the LL level. IAH Airport train departures are in pre-security areas. The train departs from the Airport Hotel Marriott and Terminals A, B, C, and D/E. The below-ground Subway train is free and operates daily from 3:30 to 00:30 and is closed from 00:30 to 3:30.

Ground transportation to/from Houston Airport

There are different options to get downtown by the Airport shuttle in Houston. Among the options for the passenger are the metro, bus, taxi, and shuttle. However, if you don't want to depend on taxis or ground transportation, then a car rental is a great solution. This will give you freedom of movement. To find the best option, use our search engine! It will allow you to compare prices thanks to our reliable auto suppliers.

Houston Airport buses

METRO, which stands for the Houston Metropolitan Transit Authority, provides Airport transportation in Houston between the George Bush Airport and several areas of the city with its flights. A one-way ticket costs $1.25. It is possible to use other bus lines to transfer to several destinations in Texas. You will find the pick-up and drop-off point at the METRO bus stop on the baggage claim level, on the south side of Terminal C at entrance C105. Passengers wishing to travel to HOU are advised to take the 102 subway bus to the Milam and McKinney intersection, go east two blocks and take the 40 subway bus. A new ticket must be purchased when transferring.

IAH Airport shuttle to Houston downtown

The Metro 102 bus can take you to the METRO station in the city center. It usually takes 50 to 90 minutes. Shuttle from Houston Airport operates from 05:03 to 00:59 with a frequency of 30 minutes. Payment for the ticket is accepted only in cash. A one-way ticket costs $1.25.

Houston Airport bus to Beaumont and Port Arthur

Some companies have transportation to Beaumont, Port Arthur, Texas, and Jack Brooks Regional Airport (BPT). The bus departure point is located on the baggage claim level, south side of Terminal C, door C-105.

Shuttle from Houston Airport to Galveston, Texas

Also, by the Airport shuttle service in Houston, passengers can get to Galveston, Texas. Daily shuttles depart at Terminal E, as well as from the baggage claim areas at Terminals A, B, and C.

Houston Airport shuttles

Houston IAH Airport offers several shuttle buses that connect it to downtown and some outlying areas. Don't forget to book your tickets in advance.

• Courtesy shuttles. To find the Houston Airport shuttle, follow the Ground Vehicles sign. They depart from each terminal (A, B, C, D, and E).
• Hotel shuttles. You can order them from the interactive kiosks located in Terminals A, B, and C and Baggage Claim and Terminal E - Arrivals. But it is much more convenient to request by telephone by dialing. You may want to contact your hotel in advance to find out if the feature is available.

Houston Airport hotels with a shuttle

There are some hotels near IAH Airport with free shuttles to and from Bush Intercontinental Airport: