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

The cheapest bus tickets from Dallas to San Marcos start at R 686. The average price for this route is around R 1 798. Busbud recommends booking your tickets in advance for the best chance of getting the lowest possible price.

How long is the bus journey from Dallas to San Marcos?

The average bus journey time from Dallas to San Marcos is 4h 15m, covering a distance of 347 km. The fastest bus gets you there in 3h 15m and is operated by Tornado Bus .

Which bus companies service the Dallas to San Marcos route?

Several major bus companies operate on this route with 28 buses available per day, including services from Tornado Bus , FlixBus , Valley Transit , Amtrak , Greyhound , RedCoach .

What is the earliest and latest departure time for the bus from Dallas to San Marcos?

The earliest bus departs from Dallas to San Marcos at 05:09. And the latest bus departs at 23:55.

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

A bus trip from Dallas to San Marcos produces an estimated 9 kg of CO₂, making it a highly eco-friendly travel option and Busbud’s recommended way to travel.

What is the best bus company from Dallas to San Marcos?

According to Busbud customers, the highest-rated bus company on this route is Amtrak , with an average rating of 4.1 out of 5 stars based on 5654 reviews.

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

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

Which bus company offers the most punctual service from Dallas 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 Dallas to San Marcos?

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

Bus Dallas to San Marcos from R 564 | Refundable Tickets

Next bus departures

Next departures from Dallas to San Marcos on 28 December
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Bus	17:55	Downtown Dallas / Deep Ellum	4h 35m	22:30	San Marcos Station	Cheapest
Bus	19:00	Downtown Dallas / Deep Ellum	4h 25m	23:25	San Marcos Station	Fastest
Bus	15:30	Downtown Dallas / Deep Ellum	4h 45m	20:15	San Marcos Station	No tags
Bus	17:20	Market Center (Dallas)	5h 10m	22:30	San Marcos Station	No tags
Bus	16:50	Dallas / Fort Worth Airport (Irving), TX	5h 40m	22:30	San Marcos Station	No tags

Next departures from Dallas to San Marcos on 29 December
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Bus	07:10	Dallas Bus Station	4h 49m	11:59	San Marcos Station	Cheapest
Bus	08:45	Jefferson Bd	3h 15m	12:00	Restaurant Mazatlan	Fastest
Bus	12:05	Dallas Bus Station	7h	19:05	San Marcos Station	No tags
Bus	10:15	Downtown Dallas / Deep Ellum	4h 25m	14:40	San Marcos Station	No tags
Bus	20:00	Dallas East R L Thornton Freeway	3h 52m	23:52	Restaurant Mazatlan	No tags

Next departures from Dallas to San Marcos on 30 December
Operated by	Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
	Bus	07:10	Dallas Bus Station	4h 49m	11:59	San Marcos Station	Cheapest
	Bus	19:45	Jefferson Bd	3h 15m	23:00	Restaurant Mazatlan	Fastest
	Bus	12:05	Dallas Bus Station	7h	19:05	San Marcos Station	No tags
Greyhound Lines Mexico + FlixBus	Bus	23:55	Dallas Bus Station	7h 45m	07:40	San Marcos Station	No tags
	Bus	10:15	Downtown Dallas / Deep Ellum	4h 25m	14:40	San Marcos Station	No tags

Next departures from Dallas to San Marcos on 31 December
Operated by	Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
	Bus	07:10	Dallas Bus Station	4h 49m	11:59	San Marcos Station	Cheapest
	Bus	19:45	Jefferson Bd	3h 15m	23:00	Restaurant Mazatlan	Fastest
	Bus	12:05	Dallas Bus Station	7h	19:05	San Marcos Station	No tags
Greyhound Lines Mexico + FlixBus	Bus	23:55	Dallas Bus Station	7h 45m	07:40	San Marcos Station	No tags
	Bus	10:15	Downtown Dallas / Deep Ellum	4h 25m	14:40	San Marcos Station	No tags

Next departures from Dallas to San Marcos on 1 January
Operated by	Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
	Bus	07:10	Dallas Bus Station	4h 49m	11:59	San Marcos Station	Cheapest
	Bus	19:45	Jefferson Bd	3h 15m	23:00	Restaurant Mazatlan	Fastest
	Bus	12:05	Dallas Bus Station	7h	19:05	San Marcos Station	No tags
Greyhound Lines Mexico + FlixBus	Bus	23:55	Dallas Bus Station	7h 45m	07:40	San Marcos Station	No tags
	Bus	10:15	Downtown Dallas / Deep Ellum	4h 25m	14:40	San Marcos Station	No tags

Next departures from Dallas to San Marcos on 2 January
Operated by	Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
	Bus	17:55	Downtown Dallas / Deep Ellum	4h 35m	22:30	San Marcos Station	Cheapest
	Bus	19:45	Jefferson Bd	3h 15m	23:00	Restaurant Mazatlan	Fastest
	Bus	07:10	Dallas Bus Station	4h 49m	11:59	San Marcos Station	No tags
Greyhound Lines Mexico + FlixBus	Bus	23:55	Dallas Bus Station	7h 45m	07:40	San Marcos Station	No tags
	Bus	10:15	Downtown Dallas / Deep Ellum	4h 25m	14:40	San Marcos Station	No tags

Last refresh of the prices: Yesterday at 3:40 PM CST.

Compare 2 ways to travel from Dallas to San Marcos

We recommend taking the train

Among the sustainable travel choices, the train stands out as a good way to reach San Marcos. The journey takes about 7 hours 33 minutes and with fares starting at just R 376, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

1train per day

7h 33mAverage duration

340 kmDistance

31kgCO₂ emissions

	Average price	Average duration	CO₂ emissions	Actions
Bus	Average priceR 686 - R 2 360	Average duration4h 15m	CO₂ emissions 9kg CO₂e
Train	Average priceR 376 - R 1 506	Average duration7h 33m	CO₂ emissions 31kg CO₂e

Where are the popular stops in Dallas and San Marcos?

Stops in Dallas

A
Jefferson Bd
174 S Patton Ave, Dallas, TX 75203, USA
B
Dallas-Fort Worth International Airport
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

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

Compare bus companies

Tornado Bus

3/5165 reviews

Staff4.6

Timeliness3.3

Cleanliness4.4

WiFi4

Based on 165 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 R 1 619

Tornado Bus Dallas San Marcos recent customer reviews

Definitely would use again. Only wished it would of been made clear that even though had ticket on my bus I still had to go inside to get ticket printed but other than that it was great

Maria T.

10 September 2017

one hour late - apart from that was good.

Joseph T.

2 September 2017

FlixBus

3.5/511 778 reviews

Staff4.1

Timeliness3.9

Cleanliness4.1

WiFi2.7

Valley Transit

3/537 reviews

Staff3.9

Timeliness3.4

Cleanliness2.8

WiFi2.8

Amtrak

4/55 684 reviews

Staff4.7

Timeliness3.8

Cleanliness4.6

WiFi3.6

Based on 5684 reviews, the company was rated 4.1 stars on Busbud. Travellers were especially satisfied with the seats and the ticket access but often complained with the Wi-Fi. Amtrak ticket prices on this trip start at R 569

Amtrak Dallas San Marcos recent customer reviews

My first time on Amtrak. Clean, comfortable seats and comfortable atmosphere. Restroom needed a bit more cleaning, but it wasn’t bad

Michael G.

10 December 2025

Greyhound

3.5/587 456 reviews

Staff3.6

Timeliness2.9

Cleanliness3.3

WiFi2.4

Based on 87456 reviews, the company was rated 3.5 stars on Busbud. Travellers were especially satisfied with the ticket access and the temperature but often complained with the Wi-Fi. Greyhound ticket prices on this trip start at R 789

Greyhound Dallas San Marcos recent customer reviews

The trip was great the only issue at all was one of the other passengers who was talking load on his phone using fowl language

Clay C.

20 January 2019

Two hours behind schedule & the bus smelt like urine. Miserable

William G.

30 April 2018

RedCoach

4/54 112 reviews

Staff4.6

Timeliness3.9

Cleanliness4.6

WiFi3.9

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

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

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

How much is the bus ticket from Dallas to San Marcos?
The cheapest bus tickets from Dallas to San Marcos start at R 686. The average price for this route is around R 1 798. Busbud recommends booking your tickets in advance for the best chance of getting the lowest possible price.
How long is the bus journey from Dallas to San Marcos?
The average bus journey time from Dallas to San Marcos is 4h 15m, covering a distance of 347 km. The fastest bus gets you there in 3h 15m and is operated by Tornado Bus.
Which bus companies service the Dallas to San Marcos route?
Several major bus companies operate on this route with 28 buses available per day, including services from Tornado Bus, FlixBus, Valley Transit, Amtrak, Greyhound, RedCoach.
What is the earliest and latest departure time for the bus from Dallas to San Marcos?
The earliest bus departs from Dallas to San Marcos at 05:09. And the latest bus departs at 23:55.
What are the CO₂ emissions for the bus trip from Dallas to San Marcos?
A bus trip from Dallas to San Marcos produces an estimated 9 kg of CO₂, making it a highly eco-friendly travel option and Busbud’s recommended way to travel.
What is the best bus company from Dallas to San Marcos?
According to Busbud customers, the highest-rated bus company on this route is Amtrak, with an average rating of 4.1 out of 5 stars based on 5654 reviews.
Which bus company has the best Wi-Fi from Dallas to San Marcos?
Based on reviews on Busbud, the bus company RedCoach has the best Wi-Fi rating with a score of 3.9.
Which bus company offers the most punctual service from Dallas 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 Dallas to San Marcos?
According to Busbud traveller reviews, the bus company with the cleanest buses on this route is Amtrak, 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

26/12

R 940

27/12

R 940

Today

R 888

29/12

R 786

30/12

R 752

31/12

R 786

The cheapest trip from Dallas, TX to San Marcos, TX, US was searched and found on 30 Dec 2025 with a price of R 752

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

You can expect to pay from R 752 to R 2 041 for a bus ticket from Dallas, TX to San Marcos, TX, US based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at R 752, which is on 2025-12-30.

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.