The number of casino bus trips out of Austin, Texas is somewhat limited. Many other large cities in Texas dominate the casino trip scene. However, options are still available for the avid gambler or weekend thrill-seeker. Commercial or Indian gaming is not allowed in Texas, so for a simulated Vegas experience, consumers have to leave the state.
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- Specialties: Casino South Side Lounge brings the best part of Sixth Street South. This is a dark, sleek and sexy bar that does not serve food, but is a place to meet friends and make new ones. Affordable drink prices and a nice selection.
- Best Bar In Austin! If you want to hang out in a cool outdoor space and enjoy a delicious cocktail, check out the Hotel San Jose Lounge. You can sit at a table or in chairs around the hotel pool.
The multiple level Hangar Lounge is modeled after a 1950's airport lounge, and comes with an Austin rooftop bar that offers dazzling views of the downtown area. Located in the Warehouse District in downtown Austin, the large and open-air roof terrace is a great spot for sunny and retro drinks.
As of October 2010, the Casino Express Bus has two sites available in Austin. The bus route ends at Choctaw Casino, located in southwest Oklahoma. The bus costs $15, and the casino supplies a $15 voucher for play. The bus leaves in the early morning and returns in the early morning the next day.
Kerrville Bus Company
This company picks up passengers in south Austin on Tuesday mornings, Friday mornings and Sundays evenings as of October 2010. The bus travels to Coushatta casino in Kinder, La. The cost is $20.
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WinStar Casino
The WinStar Casino in Thackerville, Okla. uses its own bus scheduling to bring in clients. As of October 2010, buses depart from two Austin locations: the WalMart at IH 35 and Palmer, and at the Whataburger on IH 35 South and Slaughter Lane. Buses pick up at 7:15 a.m. and 7:15 p.m. at Whataburger and at 8 a.m. and 8 p.m. at WalMart. Bus schedules are subject to change, so check the WinStar web site for most current info.
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