Next bus departures
| Operated by | Vehicle type | Departure time | Departure location | Trip duration | Arrival time | Arrival location | Recommended | Price and booking link |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
Valley Transit + FlixBus | Bus | Mcallen Bus Station | San Marcos Station | Cheapest | ||||
 | Bus | Central Station | Restaurant Mazatlan | Fastest | ||||
 | Bus | Mcallen Bus Station | San Marcos Station | No tags | ||||
Greyhound Lines Mexico + Valley Transit | Bus | Mcallen Bus Station | San Marcos Station | No tags |
Last refresh of the prices: Last Monday at 8:43 PM CST.
Get from McAllen to San Marcos
The journey takes about 7 hours 45 minutes, and with fares starting at just R 577, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.
Where are the popular stops in McAllen and San Marcos?
Stops in McAllen
- A
McAllen Bus Station
1501 U.S. 83 Business, McAllen, TX 78501, USA
Stops in San Marcos
- A338 S Guadalupe St, San Marcos, TX 78666, USA
- 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
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Frequently asked questions about travelling from McAllen to San Marcos, TX, US by bus
How much does a bus ticket from McAllen to San Marcos cost?
The bus ticket price from McAllen to San Marcos starts at R 577. The best way to find cheap bus tickets from McAllen 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!
How long is the bus ride from McAllen to San Marcos?
The average travel time between McAllen and San Marcos is around 7h 45m, although the fastest bus will take about 4h 5m. This is the time it takes to travel the 405 km that separates the two cities.
How many daily bus connections are there between McAllen and San Marcos?
The number of buses from McAllen to San Marcos can differ depending on the day of the week. On average, there are 5 on this route. Some buses run direct routes, while others have layovers. Simplify your bus trip from McAllen to San Marcos by comparing and selecting the bus that fits your travel style and budget on Busbud.
Which bus companies travel from McAllen to San Marcos?
When taking the bus from McAllen to San Marcos, you can travel comfortably and safely with Tornado Bus, Valley Transit, Greyhound.
Find cheapest prices for buses
Price is for a one-way ticket for one passenger and based on past searches.
The cheapest trip from McAllen to San Marcos, TX, US was searched and found on 20 Nov 2025 with a price of R 971To save money and be sure you have the best seat, it's a good idea to buy your bus tickets from McAllen to San Marcos, TX, US as early as possible.
You can expect to pay from R 971 to R 1 730 for a bus ticket from McAllen to San Marcos, TX, US based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at R 1 324, which is on 2025-11-21.
Usually Valley Transit 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.
