How to Get Here

Getting here can be half the fun, but not if you don't plan well. Big Bend is a long way from major population centers, and public transportation connections are limited at best. Many people drive all the way, round trip. However, there are other alternatives that may save time, money and stress.

	Drive from major Texas cities
	Fly
	Train
	Bus
	Vehicle Rentals
	Motorcycles

Vehicle rental

If you come by public transport, you may want to rent a vehicle

Driving

Most who visit Big Bend drive a personal vehicle. Public transportation is available, but not always most convenienent. From most cities of origin, there is a fastest way to get to the National Park Area, as well as alternate routes that sometimes offer more scenery and less stress than the relentless pace of US 90 and Interstates 10 and 20.
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Fly

Flying commercially will only get you part of the way to Big Bend. However, flying in and renting a car is a convenient and enjoyable way to see Big Bend and the West Texas Mountains.
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Train

West Texas grew up around the train, and the train still delivers visitors to Big Bend. The schedules are not the most convenient, but the vacation begins as soon as you take a seat in the city of origin.
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