Bus from Chicago to San Marcos, TX, US: Tickets & Timetables

Next bus departures

Next departures from Chicago to San Marcos on 30 November
Operated byVehicle typeDeparture timeDeparture locationTrip durationArrival timeArrival locationRecommendedPrice and booking link
FlixBus + Greyhound Lines, Inc. + Greyhound Lines Mexico
Bus
Chicago 95Th & Dan Ryan
San Marcos StationCheapest
Tornado Bus + Expreso
Bus
Chicago, IL
Restaurant MazatlanFastest
FlixBus + Greyhound Lines, Inc. + Valley Transit
Bus
Downtown Greyhound Station
San Marcos StationNo tags
Greyhound Lines, Inc. + Greyhound Lines Mexico + FlixBus
Bus
Downtown Greyhound Station
San Marcos StationNo tags
Greyhound Lines, Inc. + Valley Transit
Bus
537-517 W. Jackson Blvd
San Marcos StationNo tags

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Compare 2 ways to travel from Chicago to San Marcos

We recommend taking the bus

Among the sustainable travel choices, the bus stands out as a good way to reach San Marcos. The journey takes about 1 day, 2 hours 14 minutes and with fares starting at just £99, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

18bus per day
1d 2hAverage duration
1006 milesDistance
41kgCO₂ emissions
Average price£99 - £241Average duration1d 2h
41kg CO₂e
Average price£109 - £714Average duration1d 9h
148kg CO₂e

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

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

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

    The cheapest coach tickets from Chicago to San Marcos start from £99. The average price for this route is around £181. 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 journey from Chicago to San Marcos?

    The average bus journey time from Chicago to San Marcos is 1d 2h, covering a distance of 1006 miles. The fastest bus can take you there in 21h 30m and is operated by Tornado Bus.

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

    Several major bus companies operate on this route with 18 buses available per day, including services from Tornado Bus, Greyhound, FlixBus.

  4. What is the earliest and latest departure time for the bus from Chicago to San Marcos?

    The earliest bus departs from Chicago to San Marcos at 05:25. And the latest bus departs at 23:50.

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

    A bus journey from Chicago to San Marcos produces an estimated 41 kg of CO₂, making it a highly eco-friendly choice and a mode of travel recommended by Busbud.

  6. Which is the best bus company from Chicago to San Marcos?

    According to Busbud customers, the highest-rated bus company on this route is Greyhound, with an average rating of 3.5 out of 5 stars based on 87387 reviews.

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

    Based on Busbud reviews, the bus company Tornado Bus has the best Wi-Fi rating with a score of 3.6.

  8. Which bus company offers the most punctual service from Chicago 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.

  9. Which bus company has the cleanest buses from Chicago 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 4.5 out of 5 stars.

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busbud logoThe cheapest trip from Chicago to San Marcos, TX, US was searched and found on 28 Nov 2025 with a price of £198

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

You can expect to pay from £198 to £209 for a bus ticket from Chicago to San Marcos, TX, US based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at £198, which is on 2025-11-30.

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