Next bus departures
| Operated by | Vehicle type | Departure time | Departure location | Trip duration | Arrival time | Arrival location | Recommended | Price and booking link |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
FlixBus + Greyhound Lines, Inc. + Valley Transit | Bus | Chicago 95Th & Dan Ryan | San Marcos Station | Cheapest | ||||
Tornado Bus + Expreso | Bus | Chicago, IL | Restaurant Mazatlan | Fastest | ||||
FlixBus + Greyhound Lines, Inc. + Valley Transit | Bus | Downtown Greyhound Station | San Marcos Station | No tags | ||||
Greyhound Lines, Inc. + Greyhound Lines Mexico + FlixBus | Bus | Downtown Greyhound Station | San Marcos Station | No tags | ||||
Greyhound Lines, Inc. + Valley Transit | Bus | 537-517 W. Jackson Blvd | San Marcos Station | No tags |
Last refresh of the prices: Yesterday at 12:29 PM CST.
Compare 2 ways to go from Chicago to San Marcos
Among the sustainable travel choices, the Bus stands out as the good way to reach San Marcos. The journey takes about 1 day, 5 hours 49 minutes and with fares starting at just $139, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.
Where are the popular stops in Chicago and San Marcos?
Stops in Chicago
- A630 W Harrison St, Chicago, IL 60607, USA
- C
Polk St & Canal St
500-536 W Polk St, Chicago IL 60607, USA - D
Tornado Bus S Kedzie Ave
2807 S Kedzie Ave, Chicago, IL 60623, USA - E
Cumberland CTA
5800 N Cumberland Ave, Chicago, IL 60631, USA - F
Turimex California Ave
2139 S California Ave, Chicago, IL 60608, 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 traveling from Chicago to San Marcos, TX, US by bus
Please note that schedules, routes, or operator details shown here may be updated or vary at the time of your trip.
How much is the bus ticket from Chicago to San Marcos?
The cheapest bus tickets from Chicago to San Marcos start from $139. The average price for this route is around $248. Busbud recommends that you book your tickets in advance for a better chance to get the lowest possible price.
How long is the bus ride from Chicago to San Marcos?
The average bus trip duration from Chicago to San Marcos is 1d 5h, covering a distance of 990 miles (1597 km). The quickest bus can get you there in 21h 30m and is operated by Tornado Bus.
Which bus companies service the Chicago to San Marcos route?
Several major bus companies operate on this route with 23 buses available per day, including services from Tornado Bus, Greyhound, FlixBus.
What is the earliest and latest departure time for the bus from Chicago to San Marcos?
The earliest bus departs from Chicago to San Marcos at 5:25am. And the latest bus departs at 11:50pm.
What are the CO₂ emissions for the bus trip from Chicago to San Marcos?
A bus trip from Chicago to San Marcos generates an estimated 40 kg of CO₂, making it a highly eco-friendly travel option and recommended mode of travel by Busbud.
What is the best bus company from Chicago to San Marcos?
According to Busbud customers, the highest-rated bus company on this route is Greyhound, with an average rating of 3.5 out of 5 stars based on 87463 reviews.
Which bus company has the best Wi-Fi from Chicago to San Marcos?
Based on reviews on Busbud, the bus company Tornado Bus has the best Wi-Fi rating with a score of 4.1.
Which bus company has the most timely service from Chicago to San Marcos?
According to Busbud traveller reviews, the most timely 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 Chicago to San Marcos?
According to Busbud traveller reviews, the bus company with the cleanest buses on this route is Tornado Bus, 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.
The cheapest trip from Chicago to San Marcos, TX, US was searched and found on Jan 6, 2026 with a price of $235To save money and be sure you have the best seat, it's a good idea to buy your bus tickets from Chicago to San Marcos, TX, US, as early as possible.
You can expect to pay from $235 to $250 for a bus ticket from Chicago to San Marcos, TX, US based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at $235 which is on 2026-01-10.
