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| Operated by | Vehicle type | Departure time | Departure location | Trip duration | Arrival time | Arrival location | Recommended | Price and booking link |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
 | Bus | San Antonio Bus Station | San Marcos Station | Cheapest | ||||
| Bus | Pearl District | San Marcos Station | Fastest | ||||
| Bus | San Antonio Bus Station | San Marcos Station | No tags | ||||
 | Bus | San Antonio Bus Station | San Marcos Station | No tags | ||||
 | Bus | Tornado I-35 | Restaurant Mazatlan | No tags |
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Compare 2 ways to go from San Antonio to San Marcos
Among the sustainable travel choices, the Train stands out as a good way to reach San Marcos. The journey takes about 1 hour 34 minutes, and with fares starting at just $17, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.
Where are the popular stops in San Antonio and San Marcos?
Stops in San Antonio
- A500 N St Mary's St, San Antonio, TX 78205, USA
- B7914 Interstate 35 Access Rd, San Antonio, TX 78224, USA
- C4407 S PanAm Expy #101, San Antonio, TX 78225, USA
- D165 Bowie St, San Antonio, 78205
Stops in San Marcos
- A338 S Guadalupe St, San Marcos, TX 78666, USA
- B
San Marcos Bus Stop (Victoria Secret)
1593-1607 Centerpoint Rd, San Marcos, TX 78666, USA - C
San Marcos Bus Stop
1210 S Interstate Hwy 35, San Marcos, TX 78666, USA
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Frequently asked questions about travelling from San Antonio, US to San Marcos, TX, US by bus
Please note that schedules, routes, or operator details shown here may be updated or vary at the time of your trip.
How much is the bus ticket from San Antonio to San Marcos?
The cheapest bus tickets from San Antonio to San Marcos start from $22. The average price for this route is around $119. Busbud recommends that you book your tickets in advance for a better chance to get the lowest possible price.
How long is the bus ride from San Antonio to San Marcos?
The average bus travel time from San Antonio to San Marcos is 1h, covering a distance of 82 km. The quickest bus can get you there in 30m and is operated by Tornado Bus.
Which bus companies service the San Antonio to San Marcos route?
Several major bus companies operate on this route with 16 buses available per day, including services from Tornado Bus, FlixBus, Valley Transit.
What are the earliest and latest departure times for the bus from San Antonio to San Marcos?
The earliest bus departs from San Antonio to San Marcos at 1:25am. And the latest bus departs at 6:10pm.
What are the CO₂ emissions for the bus trip from San Antonio to San Marcos?
A bus trip from San Antonio to San Marcos generates an estimated 2 kg of CO₂, making it a highly eco-friendly travel option and a mode of travel recommended by Busbud.
What is the best bus company from San Antonio to San Marcos?
According to Busbud customers, the highest-rated bus company on this route is FlixBus, with an average rating of 3.5 out of 5 stars based on 12050 reviews.
Which bus company has the best Wi-Fi from San Antonio to San Marcos?
Based on Busbud reviews, the bus company Tornado Bus has the highest Wi-Fi rating with a score of 3.9.
Which bus company has the best on-time performance from San Antonio to San Marcos?
According to Busbud traveller reviews, the most punctual bus company on this route is FlixBus, with a punctuality rating of 3.9 out of 5 stars.
Which bus company has the cleanest buses from San Antonio to San Marcos?
According to Busbud traveller reviews, the bus company with the cleanest buses on this route is Tornado Bus, with a cleanliness rating of 4.4 out of 5 stars.
Find cheapest prices for buses
Price is for a one-way ticket for one passenger and based on past searches.
The cheapest trip from San Antonio, US to San Marcos, TX, US was searched and found on Jan 27, 2026 with a price of $12To save money and be sure you have the best seat, it's a good idea to buy your bus tickets from San Antonio, US to San Marcos, TX, US, as early as possible.
You can expect to pay from $12 to $113 for a bus ticket from San Antonio, US to San Marcos, TX, US based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at $12 which is on 2026-01-27.
Usually Tornado Bus will charge you higher prices for tickets closer to the departure date. To find the best prices, you should be flexible on your date of travel.
