Bus from El Paso, US to San Marcos, TX, US: Tickets & Schedules

Previously seen trips

Next departures for El Paso to San Marcos on November 29
Operated byVehicle typeDeparture timeDeparture locationTrip durationArrival timeArrival locationRecommendedPrice and booking link
Greyhound + FlixBus
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Greyhound Station
San Marcos StationNo tags
Greyhound + FlixBus
Bus
Greyhound Station
San Marcos StationNo tags
FlixBus + Greyhound
Bus
Greyhound Station
San Marcos StationNo tags
Greyhound + Valley Transit
Bus
Greyhound Station
San Marcos StationNo tags
Valley Transit + Greyhound
Bus
Greyhound Station
San Marcos StationNo tags

Compare 2 ways to go from El Paso 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 15 hours 35 minutes and with fares starting at just $107, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

1train per day
15h 35mAverage Duration
523 milesDistance
77kgCO₂ emissions
Average Price$138 - $389Average Duration16h 15m
21kg CO₂e
Average Price$107 - $192Average Duration15h 35m
77kg CO₂e

Frequently asked questions about traveling from El Paso, US 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.

  1. How much is the bus ticket from El Paso to San Marcos?

    The cheapest bus tickets from El Paso to San Marcos start from $138. The average price for this route is around $185. Busbud recommends that you book your tickets in advance for a better chance to get the lowest possible price.

  2. How long is the bus ride from El Paso to San Marcos?

    The average bus trip duration from El Paso to San Marcos is 16h 15m, covering a distance of 523 miles (843 km). The quickest bus can get you there in 15h and is operated by Tornado Bus.

  3. Which bus companies service the El Paso to San Marcos route?

    Several major bus companies operate on this route with 6 buses available per day, including services from Tornado Bus, Greyhound.

  4. What is the earliest and latest departure time for the bus from El Paso to San Marcos?

    The earliest bus departs from El Paso to San Marcos at 3:20am. And the latest bus departs at 7:00pm.

  5. What are the CO₂ emissions for the bus trip from El Paso to San Marcos?

    A bus trip from El Paso to San Marcos generates an estimated 21 kg of CO₂, making it a highly eco-friendly travel option and recommended mode of travel by Busbud.

  6. What is the best bus company from El Paso 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 87387 reviews.

  7. Which bus company has the best Wi-Fi from El Paso to San Marcos?

    Based on reviews on Busbud, the bus company Tornado Bus has the best Wi-Fi rating with a score of 3.6.

  8. Which bus company has the most timely service from El Paso to San Marcos?

    According to Busbud traveller reviews, the most timely bus company on this route is Tornado Bus, with a punctuality rating of 3.2 out of 5 stars.

  9. Which bus company has the cleanest buses from El Paso 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.

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busbud logoThe cheapest trip from El Paso, US to San Marcos, TX, US was searched and found on Dec 1, 2025 with a price of $175

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

You can expect to pay from $175 to $175 for a bus ticket from El Paso, US to San Marcos, TX, US based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at $175 which is on 2025-12-01.

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