Bus from San Marcos, TX, US to Houston, US: Tickets & Schedules

Next bus departures

Next departures for San Marcos to Houston on November 29
Operated byVehicle typeDeparture timeDeparture locationTrip durationArrival timeArrival locationRecommendedPrice and booking link
FlixBus + Greyhound Lines, Inc.
Bus
San Marcos Station
Houston Bus StationCheapestFastest
Valley Transit + Greyhound Lines, Inc.
Bus
San Marcos Station
Houston Bus StationNo tags
FlixBus + Greyhound Lines Mexico
Bus
San Marcos Station
Houston Bus StationNo tags
FlixBus + Valley Transit
Bus
San Marcos Station
Downtown Gray & SmithNo tags
FlixBus + Valley Transit
Bus
San Marcos Station
Houston Uptown/Upper KirbyNo tags

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Compare 2 ways to go from San Marcos to Houston

We recommend taking the train

Among the sustainable travel choices, the train stands out as a good way to reach Houston. The journey takes about 15 hours 37 minutes, and with fares starting at just $59, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

1train per day
15h 37mAverage Duration
249 kmDistance
23kgCO₂ emissions
Average Price$62 - $156Average Duration7h
6kg CO₂e
Train
Average Price$59 - $78Average Duration15h 37m
23kg CO₂e

Frequently asked questions about travelling from San Marcos, TX, US to Houston, US by bus

Please note that schedules, routes, or operator details shown here may be updated or vary at the time of your trip.

  1. How much is the bus ticket from San Marcos to Houston?

    The cheapest bus tickets from San Marcos to Houston start from $62. The average price for this route is around $88. Busbud recommends that you book your tickets in advance for a better chance to get the lowest possible price.

  2. How long is the bus ride from San Marcos to Houston?

    The average bus travel time from San Marcos to Houston is 7h, covering a distance of 256 km. The quickest bus can get you there in 9h 45m and is operated by FlixBus.

  3. Which bus companies service the San Marcos to Houston route?

    Several major bus companies operate on this route with 8 buses available per day, including services from FlixBus, Valley Transit.

  4. What are the earliest and latest departure times for the bus from San Marcos to Houston?

    The earliest bus departs from San Marcos to Houston at 7:40am. And the latest bus departs at 11:30pm.

  5. What are the CO₂ emissions for the bus trip from San Marcos to Houston?

    A bus trip from San Marcos to Houston generates an estimated 6 kg of CO₂, making it a highly eco-friendly travel option and a mode of travel recommended by Busbud.

  6. What is the best bus company from San Marcos to Houston?

    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 11380 reviews.

  7. Which bus company has the best Wi-Fi from San Marcos to Houston?

    Based on Busbud reviews, the bus company FlixBus has the highest Wi-Fi rating with a score of 2.7.

  8. Which bus company has the best on-time performance from San Marcos to Houston?

    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.

  9. Which bus company has the cleanest buses from San Marcos to Houston?

    According to Busbud traveller reviews, the bus company with the cleanest buses on this route is FlixBus, with a cleanliness rating of 4.1 out of 5 stars.

Find cheapest prices for buses

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

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11-27
$139
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$83
busbud logoThe cheapest trip from San Marcos, TX, US to Houston, US was searched and found on Dec 3, 2025 with a price of $83

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 Houston, US, as early as possible.

You can expect to pay from $83 to $139 for a bus ticket from San Marcos, TX, US to Houston, US based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at $83 which is on 2025-12-03.

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