What is the distance between San Marcos and Austin?

San Marcos and Austin are 34 miles (55 km) apart.

What are the departure and arrival stations when taking the bus from San Marcos to Austin?

If you're headed to Austin from San Marcos, chances are that your bus will depart from San Marcos Station and arrive at Greyhound 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.

Bus San Marcos to Austin from $6 | Refundable Tickets

Next bus departures

Next departures for San Marcos to Austin on November 26
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Bus	6:35pm	San Marcos Station	1h	7:35pm	Downtown Austin	Cheapest
Bus	7:05pm	San Marcos Station	40m	7:45pm	Austin Eastside Bus Plaza	Fastest
Bus	6:35pm	San Marcos Station	40m	7:15pm	Austin South Congress	No tags

Next departures for San Marcos to Austin on November 27
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Bus	6:35pm	San Marcos Station	1h	7:35pm	Downtown Austin	Cheapest
Bus	12:54pm	Restaurant Mazatlan	30m	1:24pm	Austin, (TX - TBC Austin)	Fastest
Bus	7:05pm	San Marcos Station	40m	7:45pm	Austin Eastside Bus Plaza	No tags
Bus	7:45am	San Marcos Station	1h 10m	8:55am	Downtown Austin	No tags
Bus	12:05pm	Restaurant Mazatlan	30m	12:35pm	Austin, (TX - TBC Austin)	No tags

Next departures for San Marcos to Austin on November 28
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Bus	7:45am	San Marcos Station	1h 10m	8:55am	Downtown Austin	Cheapest
Bus	2:30am	Restaurant Mazatlan	25m	2:55am	Austin, (TX - TBC Austin)	Fastest
Bus	7:05pm	San Marcos Station	40m	7:45pm	Austin Eastside Bus Plaza	No tags
Bus	8:40am	San Marcos Station	55m	9:35am	Downtown Austin	No tags
Bus	12:54pm	Restaurant Mazatlan	30m	1:24pm	Austin, (TX - TBC Austin)	No tags

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Compare 2 ways to go from San Marcos to Austin

We recommend taking the train

Among the sustainable travel choices, the train stands out as the good way to reach Austin. The journey takes about 54 minutes and with fares starting at just $12, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

1train per day

54mAverage Duration

30 milesDistance

4kgCO₂ emissions

	Average Price	Average Duration	CO₂ emissions	Actions
Bus	Average Price$13 - $85	Average Duration30m	CO₂ emissions 1kg CO₂e
Train	Average Price$12 - $28	Average Duration54m	CO₂ emissions 4kg CO₂e

Where are the popular stops in San Marcos and Austin?

Stops in San Marcos

A
San Marcos Station
338 S Guadalupe St, San Marcos, TX 78666, USA
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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 Austin

A
Greyhound Station
916 E Koenig Ln, Austin, TX 78752, USA
B
Airport Blvd
2001 Airport Blvd, Austin, TX 78702, USA
C
Brazos St
35 Brazos St, Austin, TX 78701, USA
D
Ben White Bd & I-35
711 E Ben White Blvd, Austin, TX 78704, USA

Compare bus companies

Tornado Bus

3/5156 reviews

Staff4.5

Timeliness3.3

Cleanliness4.5

Wifi3.8

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,8 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 $74 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.

FlixBus

3.5/511,450 reviews

Staff4.2

Timeliness3.9

Cleanliness4.1

Wifi2.7

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.

Valley Transit

3/533 reviews

Staff3.8

Timeliness3.4

Cleanliness2.9

Wifi2.3

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Frequently asked questions about traveling from San Marcos, TX, US to Austin, TX, US by bus

What is the distance between San Marcos and Austin?
What are the departure and arrival stations when taking the bus from San Marcos to Austin?

Find cheapest prices for buses

Price is for a one-way ticket for one passenger and based on past searches.

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The cheapest trip from San Marcos, TX, US to Austin, TX, US was searched and found on Nov 24, 2025 with a price of $8

To 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 Austin, TX, US, as early as possible.

You can expect to pay from $8 to $80 for a bus ticket from San Marcos, TX, US to Austin, TX, US based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at $8 which is on 2025-11-27.

Usually Tornado Bus 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.