How much is the bus ticket from San Marcos to Dallas?

The cheapest bus tickets from San Marcos to Dallas start from $45. The average price for this route is around $137. 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 Marcos to Dallas?

The average bus travel time from San Marcos to Dallas is 4h 5m, covering a distance of 338 km. The quickest bus can get you there in 3h 10m and is operated by Tornado Bus .

Which bus companies service the San Marcos to Dallas route?

Several major bus companies operate on this route with 32 buses available per day, including services from Tornado Bus , FlixBus , Valley Transit , RedCoach .

What are the earliest and latest departure times for the bus from San Marcos to Dallas?

The earliest bus departs from San Marcos to Dallas at 2:25am. And the latest bus departs at 11:30pm.

What are the CO₂ emissions for the bus trip from San Marcos to Dallas?

A bus trip from San Marcos to Dallas generates an estimated 8 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 Marcos to Dallas?

According to Busbud customers, the highest-rated bus company on this route is RedCoach , with an average rating of 4.0 out of 5 stars based on 4073 reviews.

Which bus company has the best Wi-Fi from San Marcos to Dallas?

Based on Busbud reviews, the bus company RedCoach has the highest Wi-Fi rating with a score of 3.9.

Which bus company has the best on-time performance from San Marcos to Dallas?

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 Marcos to Dallas?

According to Busbud traveller reviews, the bus company with the cleanest buses on this route is RedCoach , with a cleanliness rating of 4.5 out of 5 stars.

Bus San Marcos to Dallas from $51 | Refundable Tickets

Next bus departures

Next departures for San Marcos to Dallas on December 2
Operated by	Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
	Bus	6:35pm	San Marcos Station	4h 30m	11:05pm	Downtown Dallas / Deep Ellum	Cheapest
	Bus	7:05pm	San Marcos Station	4h 15m	11:20pm	Dallas Bus Station	Fastest
FlixBus + Greyhound Lines Mexico	Bus	10:35pm	San Marcos Station	7h 50m	6:25am	Dallas Bus Station	No tags

Next departures for San Marcos to Dallas on December 3
Operated by	Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
	Bus	7:45am	San Marcos Station	4h 55m	12:40pm	Downtown Dallas / Deep Ellum	Cheapest
	Bus	1:25pm	Restaurant Mazatlan	3h 30m	4:55pm	Jefferson Bd	Fastest
FlixBus + Valley Transit	Bus	2:45pm	San Marcos Station	7h 50m	10:35pm	Dallas Bus Station	No tags
	Bus	7:05pm	San Marcos Station	4h 15m	11:20pm	Dallas Bus Station	No tags
FlixBus + Greyhound Lines Mexico	Bus	10:35pm	San Marcos Station	7h 50m	6:25am	Dallas Bus Station	No tags

Next departures for San Marcos to Dallas on December 4
Operated by	Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
	Bus	7:45am	San Marcos Station	4h 55m	12:40pm	Downtown Dallas / Deep Ellum	Cheapest
	Bus	2:30am	Restaurant Mazatlan	3h 10m	5:40am	Jefferson Bd	Fastest
FlixBus + Valley Transit	Bus	2:45pm	San Marcos Station	7h 50m	10:35pm	Dallas Bus Station	No tags
	Bus	7:05pm	San Marcos Station	4h 15m	11:20pm	Dallas Bus Station	No tags
FlixBus + Greyhound Lines Mexico	Bus	10:35pm	San Marcos Station	7h 50m	6:25am	Dallas Bus Station	No tags

Next departures for San Marcos to Dallas on December 5
Operated by	Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
	Bus	7:45am	San Marcos Station	4h 55m	12:40pm	Downtown Dallas / Deep Ellum	Cheapest
	Bus	2:30am	Restaurant Mazatlan	3h 10m	5:40am	Jefferson Bd	Fastest
FlixBus + Valley Transit	Bus	2:45pm	San Marcos Station	7h 50m	10:35pm	Dallas Bus Station	No tags
	Bus	7:05pm	San Marcos Station	4h 15m	11:20pm	Dallas Bus Station	No tags
FlixBus + Greyhound Lines Mexico	Bus	11:30pm	San Marcos Station	6h 55m	6:25am	Dallas Bus Station	No tags

Next departures for San Marcos to Dallas on December 6
Operated by	Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
	Bus	7:45am	San Marcos Station	4h 55m	12:40pm	Downtown Dallas / Deep Ellum	Cheapest
	Bus	2:30am	Restaurant Mazatlan	3h 10m	5:40am	Jefferson Bd	Fastest
FlixBus + Valley Transit	Bus	2:45pm	San Marcos Station	7h 50m	10:35pm	Dallas Bus Station	No tags
	Bus	7:05pm	San Marcos Station	4h 15m	11:20pm	Dallas Bus Station	No tags
FlixBus + Greyhound Lines Mexico	Bus	11:30pm	San Marcos Station	6h 55m	6:25am	Dallas Bus Station	No tags

Next departures for San Marcos to Dallas on December 7
Operated by	Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
	Bus	7:45am	San Marcos Station	4h 55m	12:40pm	Downtown Dallas / Deep Ellum	Cheapest
	Bus	2:30am	Restaurant Mazatlan	3h 10m	5:40am	Jefferson Bd	Fastest
FlixBus + Valley Transit	Bus	2:45pm	San Marcos Station	7h 50m	10:35pm	Dallas Bus Station	No tags
	Bus	7:05pm	San Marcos Station	4h 15m	11:20pm	Dallas Bus Station	No tags
FlixBus + Greyhound Lines Mexico	Bus	11:30pm	San Marcos Station	6h 55m	6:25am	Dallas Bus Station	No tags

Next departures for San Marcos to Dallas on December 8
Operated by	Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
	Bus	8:40am	San Marcos Station	4h 40m	1:20pm	Downtown Dallas / Deep Ellum	Cheapest
	Bus	2:30am	Restaurant Mazatlan	3h 10m	5:40am	Jefferson Bd	Fastest
FlixBus + Valley Transit	Bus	2:45pm	San Marcos Station	7h 50m	10:35pm	Dallas Bus Station	No tags
	Bus	7:05pm	San Marcos Station	4h 15m	11:20pm	Dallas Bus Station	No tags
FlixBus + Greyhound Lines Mexico	Bus	11:30pm	San Marcos Station	6h 55m	6:25am	Dallas Bus Station	No tags

Next departures for San Marcos to Dallas on December 9
Operated by	Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
	Bus	6:35pm	San Marcos Station	4h 30m	11:05pm	Downtown Dallas / Deep Ellum	Cheapest
	Bus	2:30am	Restaurant Mazatlan	3h 10m	5:40am	Jefferson Bd	Fastest
FlixBus + Valley Transit	Bus	2:45pm	San Marcos Station	7h 50m	10:35pm	Dallas Bus Station	No tags
	Bus	7:05pm	San Marcos Station	4h 15m	11:20pm	Dallas Bus Station	No tags
FlixBus + Greyhound Lines Mexico	Bus	10:35pm	San Marcos Station	7h 50m	6:25am	Dallas Bus Station	No tags

Last refresh of the prices: Today at 4:24 AM CST.

Compare 2 ways to go from San Marcos to Dallas

We recommend taking the train

Among the sustainable travel choices, the train stands out as a good way to reach Dallas. The journey takes about 6 hours 58 minutes, and with fares starting at just $32, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

1train per day

6h 58mAverage Duration

340 kmDistance

31kgCO₂ emissions

	Average Price	Average Duration	CO₂ emissions	Actions
Bus	Average Price$45 - $167	Average Duration4h 5m	CO₂ emissions 8kg CO₂e
Train	Average Price$32 - $75	Average Duration6h 58m	CO₂ emissions 31kg CO₂e

Where are the popular stops in San Marcos and Dallas?

Stops in San Marcos

A
San Marcos Station
338 S Guadalupe St, San Marcos, TX 78666, USA
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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

Stops in Dallas

A
Jefferson Bd
174 S Patton Ave, Dallas, TX 75203, USA
B
Dallas-Fort Worth International Airport
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C
Dallas Bus Station
205 S Lamar St, Dallas, TX 75202, USA
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D
Westmoreland Greyhound Station
627 N Westmoreland Rd, Dallas, TX 75211
E
N. Olive Street
400 N. Olive Street,, Dallas, TX 75201, US
F
Tornado Bus I-30
8630 E R L Thornton Fwy, Dallas, TX 75228, USA

Compare bus companies

Tornado Bus

3/5157 reviews

Staff4.5

Timeliness3.2

Cleanliness4.5

Wifi3.8

Based on 157 reviews, the company was rated 3.1 stars on Busbud. Travellers were especially satisfied with the power outlets and the temperature but often complained with the timeliness. Tornado Bus ticket prices on this trip start at $122

Tornado Bus San Marcos Dallas recent customer reviews

Bus driver was late, made me wait outside in the heat while he sat down for a meal. Spoke no english and I do not speak spanish. Bathrooms were disgusting. Wifi was $15 when I was told it was a free amenity.

Madison A.

September 4, 2018

FlixBus

3.5/511,500 reviews

Staff4.2

Timeliness3.9

Cleanliness4.1

Wifi2.7

Valley Transit

3/534 reviews

Staff3.8

Timeliness3.4

Cleanliness3

Wifi2.5

RedCoach

4/54,078 reviews

Staff4.6

Timeliness3.9

Cleanliness4.6

Wifi3.9

US Bus Companies: FlixBus, BlaBlaCar Bus, ALSA, Greyhound, Intercape, Trenitalia, Big Sky

Frequently asked questions about travelling from San Marcos, TX, US to Dallas, TX 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 Marcos to Dallas?
The cheapest bus tickets from San Marcos to Dallas start from $45. The average price for this route is around $137. 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 Marcos to Dallas?
The average bus travel time from San Marcos to Dallas is 4h 5m, covering a distance of 338 km. The quickest bus can get you there in 3h 10m and is operated by Tornado Bus.
Which bus companies service the San Marcos to Dallas route?
Several major bus companies operate on this route with 32 buses available per day, including services from Tornado Bus, FlixBus, Valley Transit, RedCoach.
What are the earliest and latest departure times for the bus from San Marcos to Dallas?
The earliest bus departs from San Marcos to Dallas at 2:25am. And the latest bus departs at 11:30pm.
What are the CO₂ emissions for the bus trip from San Marcos to Dallas?
A bus trip from San Marcos to Dallas generates an estimated 8 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 Marcos to Dallas?
According to Busbud customers, the highest-rated bus company on this route is RedCoach, with an average rating of 4.0 out of 5 stars based on 4073 reviews.
Which bus company has the best Wi-Fi from San Marcos to Dallas?
Based on Busbud reviews, the bus company RedCoach has the highest Wi-Fi rating with a score of 3.9.
Which bus company has the best on-time performance from San Marcos to Dallas?
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 Marcos to Dallas?
According to Busbud traveller reviews, the bus company with the cleanest buses on this route is RedCoach, with a cleanliness rating of 4.5 out of 5 stars.

Find cheapest prices for buses

Price is for a one-way ticket for one passenger and based on past searches.

Best price found

11-30

$87

12-01

$72

Today

$67

12-03

$58

12-04

$52

12-05

$52

12-06

$52

12-07

$52

The cheapest trip from San Marcos, TX, US to Dallas, TX was searched and found on Dec 4, 2025 with a price of $52

To save money and be sure you have the best seat, it's a good idea to buy your bus tickets from San Marcos, TX, US to Dallas, TX, as early as possible.

You can expect to pay from $52 to $144 for a bus ticket from San Marcos, TX, US to Dallas, TX based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at $52 which is on 2025-12-04.

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.