Next departures for Dallas to San Marcos on November 28
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Downtown Dallas / Deep Ellum
San Marcos Station
Cheapest
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Jefferson Bd
Restaurant Mazatlan
Fastest
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Dallas Bus Station
San Marcos Station
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Greyhound Lines Mexico + FlixBus
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Dallas Bus Station
San Marcos Station
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Downtown Dallas / Deep Ellum
San Marcos Station
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Next departures for Dallas to San Marcos on November 29
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Downtown Dallas / Deep Ellum
San Marcos Station
Cheapest
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Jefferson Bd
Restaurant Mazatlan
Fastest
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Dallas Bus Station
San Marcos Station
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Greyhound Lines Mexico + FlixBus
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Dallas Bus Station
San Marcos Station
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Downtown Dallas / Deep Ellum
San Marcos Station
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Next departures for Dallas to San Marcos on November 30
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Dallas East R L Thornton Freeway
Restaurant Mazatlan
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Jefferson Bd
Restaurant Mazatlan
Fastest
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Dallas Bus Station
San Marcos Station
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Downtown Dallas / Deep Ellum
San Marcos Station
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Dallas East R L Thornton Freeway
Restaurant Mazatlan
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Next departures for Dallas to San Marcos on December 2
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Downtown Dallas / Deep Ellum
San Marcos Station
Cheapest
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Dallas East R L Thornton Freeway
Restaurant Mazatlan
Fastest
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Dallas Bus Station
San Marcos Station
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Greyhound Lines Mexico + FlixBus
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Dallas Bus Station
San Marcos Station
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Downtown Dallas / Deep Ellum
San Marcos Station
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Compare 2 ways to go from Dallas to San Marcos
We recommend taking the train
Among the sustainable travel choices, the train stands out as the good way to reach San Marcos. The journey takes about 7 hours 33 minutes and with fares starting at just $22, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.
A Texas-based company, Tornado Bus operates throughout the United States, with routes connecting major cities, including Houston, San Antonio and El Paso. Each day,20 buses leave from their terminals to destinations across the continent. Their buses are equipped with free Wi-Fi, air conditioning, bathrooms, power outlets and a comfortable amount of legroom. With prices as low as $95 for a short ride, Tornado offers options for budget travelers, without compromising comfort. and those looking for a little luxury. The company requires printed tickets for boarding and their tickets are non-refundable, but you can exchange them up to two hours before travel time for a fee. With a friendly staff and multiple routes, traveling with Tornado is a convenient way to get around.
Tornado Bus Dallas San Marcos recent customer reviews
Definitely would use again. Only wished it would of been made clear that even though had ticket on my bus I still had to go inside to get ticket printed but other than that it was great
Flixbus is a European bus operator that offers intercity and bus travel in over 38 countries. Known for their easy-to-spot lime green buses and for offering affordable transportation between cities in Europe and the Americas, Flixbus is a good option for those looking for an affordable, reliable bus company. In their buses, you'll find free WiFi, bathrooms, and power outlets. You can also pay extra to choose your seat and get extra legroom, or even buy a snack or drink onboard directly from the driver. You can reschedule your ticket for a small fee, which varies from $1 to $5, depending on how close you are to the departure date.
Based on 33 reviews, the company was rated 3 stars on Busbud. Travelers were especially satisfied with the departure location and the staff but often complained with the wifi. Valley Transit ticket prices on this trip start at $40
Based on 5608 reviews, the company was rated 4.1 stars on Busbud. Travelers were especially satisfied with the seats and the ticket access but often complained with the wifi. Amtrak ticket prices on this trip start at $34
Greyhound Lines offers the most comprehensive intercity bus services in the United States. They operate a modern, environmentally friendly fleet that serves more than 2400 destinations and carries nearly 16 million passengers annually. When traveling with them, you can expect free WiFi, onboard entertainment, bathrooms, power outlets and decent legroom. One of the great perks of Greyhound is that they connect big cities and smaller towns in the US, where you usually can't get to by train or plane. If you're looking for safe and affordable transportation, Greyhound is a great choice.
Greyhound Dallas San Marcos recent customer reviews
The trip was great the only issue at all was one of the other passengers who was talking load on his phone using fowl language
5 out of 5 stars
Clay C.
Two hours behind schedule & the bus smelt like urine. Miserable
RedCoach is a US-based bus company that has become popular for offering comfortable, affordable rides in Florida and Texas, with fewer stops between destinations. They have three different bus classes: first-class, executive and economy, each one of them offering different amenities and conveniences. First-class and executive buses have fewer seats, which are extra wide, recline up to 140 degrees, and there's extra legroom, offering extra pleasant rides. In all classes, you can find high-quality services, seats designed to provide extra comfort, free Wi-FI, power outlets and bathrooms. If your travel plans change, you can reschedule your tickets up to three hours before the travel date for free.
Frequently asked questions about traveling from Dallas, TX to San Marcos, TX, US by bus
How far is Dallas from San Marcos?
About 216 miles (348 km) separate Dallas and San Marcos.
What are the departure and arrival stations when taking the bus from Dallas to San Marcos?
Most of the buses traveling from Dallas to San Marcos leave from Jefferson Bd and arrive at San Marcos Station. These are the main departure and arrival locations on this route, but you can find others that could fit better into your travel plans.
Find cheapest prices for buses
Price is for a one-way ticket for one passenger and based on past searches.
Best price found
11/24
$56
11/25
$64
Today
$68
11/27
$58
11/28
$52
11/29
$53
11/30
$100
12/01
$44
The cheapest trip from Dallas, TX to San Marcos, TX, US was searched and found on Dec 1, 2025 with a price of $44
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 $44 to $138 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 $44 which is on 2025-12-01.
Usually Tornado Bus, 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.