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

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Next departures from Houston to San Marcos on 3 November
Operated byVehicle typeDeparture timeDeparture locationTrip durationArrival timeArrival locationRecommendedPrice and booking link
FlixBus + Valley Transit
    		Downtown Gray & Smith
    		San Marcos StationCheapest
    Greyhound Lines, Inc. + FlixBus
      		Houston Bus Station
      		San Marcos StationFastest
      Greyhound Lines Mexico + FlixBus
        		Houston Bus Station
        		San Marcos StationNo tags
        FlixBus + Valley Transit
          		Houston Uptown/Upper Kirby
          		San Marcos StationNo tags
          FlixBus
            		The Woodlands - Windvale Center
            		San Marcos StationNo tags

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            Get from Houston to San Marcos

            This route is served by bus only

            The journey takes about 6 hours 35 minutes, and with fares starting at just US$41, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

            11bus per day
            6h 35mAverage duration
            256 kmDistance
            6kgCO₂ emissions

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

            Average ticket priceUS$60
            Average bus trip duration6h 35m
            Number of daily buses11
            Earliest bus departure02:00
            Distance255 km
            Latest bus departure19:30

            Houston to San Marcos Bus

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

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

              The bus ticket price from Houston to San Marcos starts at US$41. The best way to find cheap bus tickets from Houston 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 Houston to San Marcos?

              The average travel time between Houston and San Marcos is around 6h 35m, although the fastest bus will take about 4h 44m. This is the time it takes to travel the 254 km that separates the two cities.

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

              The number of buses from Houston to San Marcos can differ depending on the day of the week. On average, there are 11 on this route. Some buses run direct routes, while others have layovers. Simplify your bus trip from Houston to San Marcos by comparing and selecting the bus that fits your travel style and budget on Busbud.

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

              When taking the bus from Houston 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 Houston to San Marcos?

              Buses travelling between Houston and San Marcos leave from Hillcroft Ave & Southwest Freeway or Downtown Greyhound Station 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
            31/10
            US$110
            01/11
            US$81
            Today
            US$110
            03/11
            US$61
            04/11
            US$110
            05/11
            US$110
            06/11
            US$110
            07/11
            US$110
            busbud logoThe cheapest trip from Houston, US to San Marcos, TX, US was searched and found on 03 Nov 2025 with a price of US$61

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

            You can expect to pay from US$61 to US$110 for a bus ticket from Houston, US to San Marcos, TX, US based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at US$61, which is on 2025-11-03.

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            Much more than a mere vehicle taking you from Houston 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 Houston to San Marcos will emit half the CO2 emitted by a train, and radically less than a car or an airplane.

            Tune out to the fine sounds of your best music playlist on your bus trip from Houston to San Marcos while indulging in miles on end of beautiful scenic views.

            Did you know?

            The Superbus, created by a Dutch engineer is the world's fastest bus with 250 km/h. Too bad it's only a prototype for now.

            The average number of passengers on a coach bus is 32 meaning that a bus could replace a minimum of at least 30 cars!

            Did you know that 80% of the buses in North America are equipped with WiFi and power outlets ? And 60% of bus travellers have used their electronic device on board during 2014.

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