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| Operated by | Vehicle type | Departure time | Departure location | Trip duration | Arrival time | Arrival location | Recommended | Price and booking link |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
FlixBus + Valley Transit | Bus | San Marcos Station | Downtown Gray & Smith | Cheapest | ||||
FlixBus + Greyhound Lines, Inc. | Bus | San Marcos Station | Houston Bus Station | Fastest | ||||
Valley Transit + Greyhound Lines, Inc. | Bus | San Marcos Station | Houston Bus Station | No tags | ||||
FlixBus + Greyhound Lines Mexico | Bus | San Marcos Station | Houston Bus Station | No tags | ||||
FlixBus + Valley Transit | Bus | San Marcos Station | Houston Uptown/Upper Kirby | No tags |
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Get from San Marcos to Houston
The journey takes about 7 hours, and with fares starting at just R 769, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.
Where are the popular stops in San Marcos and Houston?
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
Stops in Houston
- A
Hillcroft Ave & Southwest Freeway
6590 Southwest Fwy, Houston, TX 77074, USA - B
Downtown Greyhound Station
2121 Main St, Houston, TX 77002 - C
Harrisburg Greyhound Station
7000 Harrisburg Blvd, Houston, TX 77011, USA - D7011 Harrisburg Blvd, Houston, TX 77011, USA
- E
Clay St & Louisiana St
600-698 Clay St, Houston, TX 77002, USA - F
Lockwood Dr & Harvey Wilson Dr
820 Lockwood Dr, Houston, TX 77002, USA
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Frequently asked questions about travelling from San Marcos, TX, US to Houston, 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 San Marcos to Houston?
The cheapest bus tickets from San Marcos to Houston start at R 769. The average price for this route is around R 1 215. Busbud recommends booking your tickets in advance for the best chance of getting the lowest possible price.
How long is the bus journey from San Marcos to Houston?
The average bus journey time from San Marcos to Houston is 7h, covering a distance of 244 km. The fastest bus gets you there in 9h 45m and is operated by FlixBus.
Which bus companies service the San Marcos to Houston route?
Several major bus companies operate on this route with 8 buses available per day, including services from FlixBus, Valley Transit.
What is the earliest and latest departure time for the bus from San Marcos to Houston?
The earliest bus departs from San Marcos to Houston at 08:40. And the latest bus departs at 23:30.
What are the CO₂ emissions for the bus trip from San Marcos to Houston?
A bus trip from San Marcos to Houston produces an estimated 6 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 San Marcos to Houston?
According to Busbud customers, the highest-rated bus company on this route is FlixBus, with an average rating of 3.5 out of 5 stars based on 12050 reviews.
Which bus company has the best Wi-Fi from San Marcos to Houston?
Based on reviews on Busbud, the bus company Valley Transit has the best Wi-Fi rating with a score of 2.8.
Which bus company offers the most punctual service from San Marcos to Houston?
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 San Marcos to Houston?
According to Busbud traveller reviews, the bus company with the cleanest buses on this route is FlixBus, with a cleanliness rating of 4.1 out of 5 stars.
Find cheapest prices for buses
Price is for a one-way ticket for one passenger and based on past searches.
The cheapest trip from San Marcos, TX, US to Houston, US was searched and found on 21 Jan 2026 with a price of R 774To save money and be sure you have the best seat, it's a good idea to buy your bus tickets from San Marcos, TX, US to Houston, US as early as possible.
You can expect to pay from R 774 to R 1 936 for a bus ticket from San Marcos, TX, US to Houston, US based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at R 774, which is on 2026-01-21.
