Introduction
When to visit
How to get there
Where to stay
Renting a car

Bandera travel guide

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You're Going to Love Bandera

With a population of 877, Bandera is a must-see destination in Texas, United States. Consider staying at least one whole day in Bandera to see all of its attractions.

When to visit Bandera

Bandera in August
Estimated hotel price
$130
1 night at 3-star hotel
Bandera in August
Estimated hotel price
$130
1 night at 3-star hotel

How to Get to Bandera

Plane

Although Bandera doesn’t have its own airport, you can fly to San Antonio Airport (SAT), which is located 39 miles from Bandera. San Antonio Airport is the most popular, with regular flights from Southwest, American Airlines, Delta and other airlines departing from the United States. The shortest domestic flight to Bandera departs from Orlando and takes around 2h 45m.

Train

Amtrak is the only carrier operating train routes to Bandera. The train journey from Bandera to Austin takes 3h 26m and costs around $13 for a one-way ticket. When coming by train from Houston, expect to pay about $43 for a 5h 10m trip.

Car

Another option to get to Bandera is to pick up a car rental from Austin, which is about 88 miles from Bandera. You’ll find branches of Easirent and Turo, among others, in Austin.

Plane

Although Bandera doesn’t have its own airport, you can fly to San Antonio Airport (SAT), which is located 39 miles from Bandera. San Antonio Airport is the most popular, with regular flights from Southwest, American Airlines, Delta and other airlines departing from the United States. The shortest domestic flight to Bandera departs from Orlando and takes around 2h 45m.

Train

Amtrak is the only carrier operating train routes to Bandera. The train journey from Bandera to Austin takes 3h 26m and costs around $13 for a one-way ticket. When coming by train from Houston, expect to pay about $43 for a 5h 10m trip.

Car

Another option to get to Bandera is to pick up a car rental from Austin, which is about 88 miles from Bandera. You’ll find branches of Easirent and Turo, among others, in Austin.

Airports near Bandera

SATSan Antonio
AUSAustin Bergstrom

Airlines serving Bandera

KLM
Good (1,432 reviews)
Lufthansa
Good (7,626 reviews)
Delta
Good (8,007 reviews)
British Airways
Good (7,571 reviews)
Turkish Airlines
Good (4,090 reviews)
SWISS
Good (1,810 reviews)
United Airlines
Good (9,093 reviews)
Iberia
Good (3,045 reviews)
Qatar Airways
Good (3,677 reviews)
Emirates
Excellent (3,434 reviews)
Air France
Good (1,504 reviews)
Air Canada
Good (10,517 reviews)
Scandinavian Airlines
Good (1,605 reviews)
Finnair
Good (1,334 reviews)
Alaska Airlines
Excellent (11,432 reviews)
Singapore Airlines
Excellent (1,412 reviews)
TAP AIR PORTUGAL
Good (2,089 reviews)
Brussels Airlines
Good (375 reviews)
Malaysia Airlines
Good (282 reviews)
JetBlue
Good (2,899 reviews)
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Where to stay in popular areas of Bandera

Most booked hotels in Bandera

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The Vaquero Motel
2 stars
Excellent (9.2, 519 reviews)
$94+
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Best Western Bandera Suites & Saloon
2 stars
Excellent (8.6, 190 reviews)
$122+
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Flying L Ranch Resort & Golf Course
3 stars
Excellent (8.3, 512 reviews)
$151+
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A Place to Stay Reservations Rooms
1 star
Excellent (8.3, 374 reviews)
$64+
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River Oak Inn
2 stars
Good (6.9, 378 reviews)
$86+
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Renting a car in Bandera

Expect to pay $3.33 per gallon in Bandera (average price from the past 30 days). Depending on the size of your rental car, filling up the tank will cost between $39.97 and $53.30.

Expect to pay $3.33 per gallon in Bandera (average price from the past 30 days). Depending on the size of your rental car, filling up the tank will cost between $39.97 and $53.30.