Find coaches from Dallas, TX to San Marcos, TX, US

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Next departures from Dallas to San Marcos on 6 November
Operated byVehicle typeDeparture timeDeparture locationTrip durationArrival timeArrival locationRecommendedPrice and booking link
FlixBus
    		Downtown Dallas / Deep Ellum
    		San Marcos StationCheapest
    Tornado Bus
      		Jefferson Bd
      		 Restaurant MazatlanFastest
      Valley Transit
        		Dallas Bus Station
        		San Marcos StationNo tags
        Greyhound Lines Mexico + FlixBus
          		Dallas Bus Station
          		San Marcos StationNo tags
          FlixBus
            		Downtown Dallas / Deep Ellum
            		San Marcos StationNo tags

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            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 393, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

            1train per day
            7h 33mAverage duration
            340 kmDistance
            31kgCO₂ emissions
            Bus
            		Average priceR 664 - R 2 056Average duration4h 10m
            8kg CO₂e
            Train
            		Average priceR 393 - R 743Average duration7h 33m
            31kg CO₂e

            Bus Dallas, TX to San Marcos, TX, US: Trip Overview

            Average ticket priceR 1 692
            Average bus trip duration4h 10m
            Number of daily buses30
            Earliest bus departure06:35
            Distance337 km
            Latest bus departure23:55

            Dallas to San Marcos Bus

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            Frequently asked questions on the trip Dallas, TX - San Marcos, TX, US

            1. How much does a bus ticket from Dallas to San Marcos cost?

              The bus ticket price from Dallas to San Marcos starts at R 664. The best way to find cheap bus tickets from Dallas to San Marcos is to book your tickets as early as possible. Prices tend to rise as your travel date approaches, so book in advance to secure the best prices!

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

              The average travel time between Dallas and San Marcos is around 4h 10m, although the fastest bus will take about 3h 15m. This is the time it takes to travel the 348 km that separates the two cities.

            3. How many daily bus connections are there between Dallas and San Marcos?

              The number of buses from Dallas to San Marcos can differ depending on the day of the week. On average, there are 30 on this route. Some buses run direct routes, while others have layovers. Simplify your bus trip from Dallas to San Marcos by comparing and selecting the bus that fits your travel style and budget on Busbud.

            4. Which bus companies travel from Dallas to San Marcos?

              When taking the bus from Dallas to San Marcos, you can travel comfortably and safely with Tornado Bus, FlixBus, Valley Transit.

            5. What are the departure and arrival stations when taking the bus from Dallas to San Marcos?

              Buses travelling between Dallas and San Marcos leave from Jefferson Bd or Dallas-Fort Worth International Airport and arrive at San Marcos Station, San Marcos Bus Stop (Victoria Secret), San Marcos Bus Stop.

            Find cheapest prices for buses

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

            Best price found
            03/11
            R 714
            04/11
            R 643
            Today
            R 607
            06/11
            R 607
            07/11
            R 607
            08/11
            R 625
            09/11
            R 625
            10/11
            R 625
            busbud logoThe cheapest trip from Dallas, TX to San Marcos, TX, US was searched and found on 05 Nov 2025 with a price of R 607

            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 607 to R 1 607 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 607, which is on 2025-11-06.

            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.

            About Bus Travel

            Bus Travel Tips

            Make friends with the driver. They usually know a lot about your destination and may even recommend which side of the bus to sit on to get the best views on the road between Dallas and San Marcos!

            Much more than a mere vehicle taking you from Dallas to San Marcos, riding the bus will expose you to some of the most stunning panoramas while enroute to your final bus stop.

            Buses have the smallest carbon footprint of all motorized transport modes. A bus going from Dallas to San Marcos will emit half the CO2 emitted by a train, and radically less than a car or an airplane.

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            Did you know?

            Did you know there are on average 4,400 intercity bus departures every day in the US only? This number has been growing for 9 years in a row, yay!

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