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| Operated by | Vehicle type | Departure time | Departure location | Trip duration | Arrival time | Arrival location | Recommended | Price and booking link |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
 | Bus | WACO, TX | San Marcos Station | Cheapest | ||||
 | Bus | Tornado Bus Station | Restaurant Mazatlan | Fastest | ||||
| Bus | WACO, TX | San Marcos Station | No tags | ||||
 | Bus | Tornado Bus Station | Restaurant Mazatlan | No tags | ||||
| Bus | Tornado Bus Station | Restaurant Mazatlan | No tags |
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Get from Waco to San Marcos
The journey takes about 2 hours 2 minutes and with fares starting at just $29, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.
Where are the popular stops in Waco and San Marcos?
Stops in Waco
- A1900 Speight Ave, Waco, TX 76706, USA
- B
Taquerias Arandas
1500 S 18th St, Waco, TX 76706, USA - C
Downtown Transit Terminal, 301 S 8th street
301 S 8th St, Waco, TX 76706, USA - D
Bellmead
701 Interstate 35 Frontage Rd, Bellmead, TX 76705, , 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 Waco 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 Waco to San Marcos?
The cheapest bus tickets from Waco to San Marcos start from $29. The average price for this route is around $95. 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 Waco to San Marcos?
The average bus trip duration from Waco to San Marcos is 2h 2m, covering a distance of 126 miles (202 km). The quickest bus can get you there in 1h 47m and is operated by Tornado Bus.
Which bus companies service the Waco to San Marcos route?
Several major bus companies operate on this route with 10 buses available per day, including services from Tornado Bus, Valley Transit, FlixBus.
What is the earliest and latest departure time for the bus from Waco to San Marcos?
The earliest bus departs from Waco to San Marcos at 8:21am. And the latest bus departs at 10:05pm.
What are the CO₂ emissions for the bus trip from Waco to San Marcos?
A bus trip from Waco to San Marcos generates an estimated 5 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 Waco to San Marcos?
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 11828 reviews.
Which bus company has the best Wi-Fi from Waco 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 Waco 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 Waco 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 Waco to San Marcos, TX, US was searched and found on Jan 9, 2026 with a price of $23To save money and be sure you have the best seat, it's a good idea to buy your bus tickets from Waco to San Marcos, TX, US, as early as possible.
You can expect to pay from $23 to $90 for a bus ticket from Waco to San Marcos, TX, US based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at $23 which is on 2026-01-09.
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.
