How to Get from HOU to Downtown Houston

The Houston Metropolitan Transit Authority (METRO) offers public bus transportation.

Pickup: - Curb Zone 3 outside Baggage Claim/Arrivals Level

HOU to Downtown Houston Direct: METRO Bus 500 travels nonstop to and from the George R. Brown Convention Center (GRB) and HOU, for $4.50 one way. The route operates seven days a week, every 30 mins, from 5:30 a.m. to 8 p.m. This upgraded METRO ride is luggage accommodating, accessible, and includes free Wi-Fi. View 500 HOU Downtown Direct Schedule.

METRO Bus 40 provides local service and continues to Downtown Houston and the George R. Brown Convention Center. Transit time to Downtown can run one hour.

Visit Houston METRO or call 1-713-635-4000 for route and schedule information.

Easily rent a car in Houston at Hobby Airport. Choose from top rental providers for quick, convenient access to Houston and surrounding areas. Courtesy shuttle service is provided between the terminal and rental car facilities.

Pickup: Curb Zone 1 outside Baggage Claim/Arrivals Level

• Follow signs to “Ground Transportation”
• Look for “Rental Car Shuttles” signs
• Shuttles depart from Curb Zone 1

Rental Car Companies Serving HOU: Alamo, Avis, Budget, Dollar, Enterprise Rent-A-Car, Easirent Rent, Fox Rent a Car, Hertz, National, Payless Car Rental, Thrifty Car Rental, Zipcar, and SIXT.

Pickup: Curb Zone 2 outside Baggage Claim/Arrivals Level.

• Follow signs to “Ground Transportation”
• Signs are marked with “Taxis”
• Taxi stands are in Curb Zone 2

Airport personnel are available at the taxi stands to assist with hailing a cab. All taxis picking up passengers from the airport are fully licensed and drivers must complete a training course in safe driving, customer service and assisting passengers with disabilities.

Approximate cab fares from HOU: Downtown: $29, Medical Center/NRG Park $35, NASA Space Center: $41, Galleria: $59 (not including gratuity). Senior citizens are eligible for a 10% discount. A surcharge of $1.00 applies for late-night trips between 8:00 p.m. and 6:00 a.m.

Pickup: Curb Zone 5 outside Baggage Claim/Arrivals Level

• Follow signs to “Ground Transportation” and “Baggage Claim”
• Exit through door nearest Baggage Claim Carousel No. 4
• Signs to Curb Zone 5 are marked “Ride App”

Ride Apps serving HOU: Get Me, GreenLight (GLT), Lyft, Uber, Wingz.

Take a convenient airport shuttle from HOU to Downtown Houston, hotels, or nearby destinations.

Pickup: Curb Zone 3 outside Baggage Claim/Arrivals Level

• Follow signs to “Ground Transportation”
• Signs are marked “Buses/Shuttles”
• Courtesy shuttles depart from Curb Zone 3
• Off-airport parking shuttles depart from Curb Zones 3 and 4

Hotel Shuttles

To request a hotel shuttle from HOU, phones and Interactive Visitor Kiosks are available in Baggage Claim.

HOU Limo & Sedan Service | Hobby Airport Private Rides

Book luxury limo and sedan service at Hobby Airport (HOU). Enjoy private rides with comfort and convenience to and from Houston Airport.

Pickup: Baggage Claim/Arrivals Level

• Follow signs to “Ground Transportation”
• Meet driver in Baggage Claim

All limousine drivers picking up passengers at the airport must be badged. Drivers are prohibited from soliciting fares. Do not accept a ride without a prearranged reservation.