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Compare bus and train for Los Angeles, CA to San Marcos, CA

Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Los Angeles, CA to San Marcos, CA among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the bus with prices starting from $20. For those with little time consider booking a train which can get you there in 1h 57m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of $20, and a train costs an average of $30.

Distance: 88 miles (142 km)

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Bus	Most popular Train	Driving
$30 Average price Cheapest	$31 Average price	$675 Average price (fuel + tolls)
3h 11m Average total duration 2h 41m Onboard + 30m Additional time*	2h 27m Average total duration Fastest 1h 57m Onboard + 30m Additional time*	1h 42m Average total duration (door-to-door)
Direct Options	Direct Options	Direct Options

The cheapest way to travel from Los Angeles, CA to San Marcos, CA is a bus with an average price of $30 (€25).

This is compared to other travel options from Los Angeles, CA to San Marcos, CA:

A bus is $0.77 (€0.63) less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Los Angeles, CA to San Marcos, CA costing on average $31 (€26).

The fastest way to travel from Los Angeles, CA to San Marcos, CA is by train with an average journey time of 1h 57m.

Other travel options to San Marcos, CA take longer:

Bus takes on average 2h 41m.

It's helpful to compare your options as there are 2 ways to travel between Los Angeles, CA and San Marcos, CA including taking a bus and train.

We recommend using the train as it is the most popular way to get from Los Angeles, CA to San Marcos, CA among Omio's users.

Take the bus. On this route, it's both cheaper and quicker than driving.

You'll arrive about {timeSavings} sooner ({durationInMinutes} by bus vs {drivingDurationInMinutes} by car) and save roughly {savingsAmount} compared to fuel and tolls ({cheapestPrice} vs {drivingPriceInCents}). You also skip the drive itself — no traffic stress, no parking, and you can use the time to work, nap, or catch up on a series with the onboard Wi-Fi.

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Driving is still worth considering if you're travelling with bulky luggage, need flexibility on departure times, or plan to stop along the way.

Los Angeles, CA to San Marcos, CA Bus Timetables

Operator	Departure Time	Arrival Time	Duration	Departure days	Cheapest price
Operator FlixBus	Departure Time 01:30AM	Arrival Time 04:45AM	Duration 3h15	Departure days Thu, Fri	Cheapest price $32
Operator FlixBus	Departure Time 02:30AM	Arrival Time 05:45AM	Duration 3h15	Departure days Thu	Cheapest price $29
Operator Greyhound	Departure Time 03:20AM	Arrival Time 06:05AM	Duration 2h45	Departure days Fri	Cheapest price $26
Operator Greyhound	Departure Time 04:20AM	Arrival Time 07:05AM	Duration 2h45	Departure days Wed	Cheapest price $34
Operator FlixBus	Departure Time 06:20AM	Arrival Time 09:40AM	Duration 3h20	Departure days Sun	Cheapest price $61
Operator FlixBus	Departure Time 06:25AM	Arrival Time 09:40AM	Duration 3h15	Departure days Sun	Cheapest price $35
Operator FlixBus	Departure Time 06:55AM	Arrival Time 09:40AM	Duration 2h45	Departure days Sun	Cheapest price $61
Operator Greyhound	Departure Time 08:15AM	Arrival Time 11:45AM	Duration 3h30	Departure days Sun	Cheapest price $53
Operator FlixBus	Departure Time 10:25AM	Arrival Time 01:00PM	Duration 2h35	Departure days Sun	Cheapest price $43
Operator FlixBus	Departure Time 10:55AM	Arrival Time 01:40PM	Duration 2h45	Departure days Sun	Cheapest price $43
Operator FlixBus	Departure Time 12:25PM	Arrival Time 03:55PM	Duration 3h30	Departure days Sun	Cheapest price $56
Operator FlixBus	Departure Time 01:30PM	Arrival Time 06:10PM	Duration 4h40	Departure days Sun	Cheapest price $61
Operator FlixBus	Departure Time 02:30PM	Arrival Time 05:25PM	Duration 2h55	Departure days Sun	Cheapest price $56
Operator Greyhound	Departure Time 03:20PM	Arrival Time 06:00PM	Duration 2h40	Departure days Tue	Cheapest price $23
Operator FlixBus	Departure Time 03:25PM	Arrival Time 05:25PM	Duration 2h00	Departure days Sun	Cheapest price $63
Operator FlixBus	Departure Time 05:55PM	Arrival Time 08:00PM	Duration 2h05	Departure days Thu, Fri	Cheapest price $24
Operator FlixBus	Departure Time 06:30PM	Arrival Time 09:45PM	Duration 3h15	Departure days Sun	Cheapest price $51
Operator Greyhound	Departure Time 08:20PM	Arrival Time 11:50PM	Duration 3h30	Departure days Sun	Cheapest price $48

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Los Angeles, CA to San Marcos, CA bus times

The table below shows live departures for Los Angeles, CA to San Marcos, CA buses for today, Sunday, June 21. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated bus journeys.

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Provider	Departs	Duration	Arrives	Transfers
FlixBus	6:20 AM Los Angeles, Gayley / Strathmore, CA	3h20	9:40 AM La Jolla, UCSD Health La Jolla Station, CA	0 transfersDirect
FlixBus	6:20 AM Los Angeles, Gayley / Strathmore, CA	3h45	10:05 AM San Diego, West Harbor Drive (The Headquarters at Seaport District), CA	0 transfersDirect
+FlixBus	6:25 AM Los Angeles, Patsaouras Transit Plaza (Union Station), CA	3h15	9:40 AM La Jolla, UCSD Health La Jolla Station, CA	1 transfer
+FlixBus	6:25 AM Los Angeles, Patsaouras Transit Plaza (Union Station), CA	3h40	10:05 AM San Diego, West Harbor Drive (The Headquarters at Seaport District), CA	1 transfer
FlixBus	6:55 AM Los Angeles, Cesar E Chavez / Vignes, CA	2h45	9:40 AM La Jolla, UCSD Health La Jolla Station, CA	0 transfersDirect
FlixBus	6:55 AM Los Angeles, Cesar E Chavez / Vignes, CA	3h10	10:05 AM San Diego, West Harbor Drive (The Headquarters at Seaport District), CA	0 transfersDirect
	8:15 AM Los Angeles, Patsaouras Transit Plaza (Union Station), CA	3h30	11:45 AM San Diego, Congress Street (Old Town Park), CA	0 transfersDirect
	8:15 AM Los Angeles, Patsaouras Transit Plaza (Union Station), CA	2h45	11:00 AM Oceanside	0 transfersDirect
FlixBus	10:25 AM Los Angles, S Hope St. USC Parking, CA	2h35	1:00 PM Oceanside	0 transfersDirect
FlixBus	10:25 AM Los Angles, S Hope St. USC Parking, CA	3h15	1:40 PM La Jolla, UCSD Health La Jolla Station, CA	0 transfersDirect
FlixBus	10:25 AM Los Angles, S Hope St. USC Parking, CA	3h45	2:10 PM San Diego, Congress Street (Old Town Park), CA	0 transfersDirect
FlixBus	10:55 AM Los Angeles, Cesar E Chavez / Vignes, CA	2h45	1:40 PM La Jolla, UCSD Health La Jolla Station, CA	0 transfersDirect
FlixBus	10:55 AM Los Angeles, Cesar E Chavez / Vignes, CA	2h05	1:00 PM Oceanside	0 transfersDirect
FlixBus	10:55 AM Los Angeles, Cesar E Chavez / Vignes, CA	3h15	2:10 PM San Diego, Congress Street (Old Town Park), CA	0 transfersDirect
FlixBus	12:25 PM Los Angeles, Cesar E Chavez / Vignes, CA	3h30	3:55 PM La Jolla, UCSD Health La Jolla Station, CA	0 transfersDirect
FlixBus	12:25 PM Los Angeles, Cesar E Chavez / Vignes, CA	4h00	4:25 PM San Diego, Congress Street (Old Town Park), CA	0 transfersDirect
FlixBus	1:30 PM Los Angeles, Cesar E Chavez / Vignes, CA	4h40	6:10 PM San Diego, Congress Street (Old Town Park), CA	0 transfersDirect
FlixBus	1:30 PM Los Angeles, Cesar E Chavez / Vignes, CA	4h05	5:35 PM La Jolla, UCSD Health La Jolla Station, CA	0 transfersDirect
FlixBus	2:30 PM Los Angeles, Cesar E Chavez / Vignes, CA	2h55	5:25 PM La Jolla, UCSD Health La Jolla Station, CA	0 transfersDirect
FlixBus	2:30 PM Los Angeles, Cesar E Chavez / Vignes, CA	3h20	5:50 PM San Diego, Congress Street (Old Town Park), CA	0 transfersDirect
FlixBus	3:25 PM Downey, Stonewood Center (251 Stonewood St), CA	2h00	5:25 PM La Jolla, UCSD Health La Jolla Station, CA	0 transfersDirect
FlixBus	3:25 PM Downey, Stonewood Center (251 Stonewood St), CA	2h25	5:50 PM San Diego, Congress Street (Old Town Park), CA	0 transfersDirect
FlixBus	6:30 PM Los Angeles, Patsaouras Transit Plaza (Union Station), CA	3h15	9:45 PM La Jolla, UCSD Health La Jolla Station, CA	0 transfersDirect
FlixBus	6:30 PM Los Angeles, Patsaouras Transit Plaza (Union Station), CA	3h45	10:15 PM San Diego, West Harbor Drive (The Headquarters at Seaport District), CA	0 transfersDirect
	8:20 PM Los Angeles, Patsaouras Transit Plaza (Union Station), CA	2h45	11:05 PM Oceanside	0 transfersDirect
	8:20 PM Los Angeles, Patsaouras Transit Plaza (Union Station), CA	3h30	11:50 PM San Diego, Congress Street (Old Town Park), CA	0 transfersDirect
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Overview: Bus from Los Angeles, CA to San Marcos, CA

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Buses from Los Angeles, CA to San Marcos, CA run on average 21 times per day, taking around 2h 41m. Cheap bus tickets for this journey start at $20 (€16) if you book in advance.

There are 21 buses per day. The earliest bus runs at 05:10, the last at 22:10. The fastest bus covers the 88 miles (142 km) distance in 2h 5m.

Fares are the lowest economy prices found on Omio. Early booking often means lower prices. Prices change daily and are subject to availability. Discount cards, coach trips, and booking fees are not included.

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Distance

88 miles (142 km)

Average bus duration

2h 41m

Cheapest ticket price

$20 (€16)

Buses per day

Direct buses

Fastest bus

2h 5m

First bus

5:10 AM

Last bus

10:10 PM

Cheapest Month

Mar

Cheapest Day

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High Season

Jul - Sep

Low Season

Oct - Dec

Busiest Day

Tue

Least Busy Day

Tue

Best time to book

4 days

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FAQs: Bus from Los Angeles, CA to San Marcos, CA

Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Los Angeles, CA to San Marcos, CA by bus. From journey times and ticket prices to direct connections, first and last departures, and even whether the route is scenic, our FAQs cover everything you need to plan your trip. Whether you’re looking for the fastest bus, the cheapest option, or tips for making the most of your visit at San Marcos, CA, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

Cheap bus tickets from Los Angeles, CA to San Marcos, CA can start from as little as $20 (€16) when you book in advance. The average bus ticket price for Los Angeles, CA to San Marcos, CA is $30 (€25) ; however, prices vary depending on the time of day and class and they tend to be more expensive on the day.

The average journey time by bus from Los Angeles, CA to San Marcos, CA is 2h 5m to travel the 88 miles (142 km) long journey. Journey times can vary on weekends and holidays, so use our Journey Planner to search for a specific date.

The earliest bus from Los Angeles, CA to San Marcos, CA leaves at 5:10 AM. Plan your trip with the Journey Planner from Omio.

The latest bus from Los Angeles, CA to San Marcos, CA leaves at 10:10 PM.

A trip to San Marcos, CA from Los Angeles, CA is worth doing but not as a day trip with a journey time of 2h 5m each way. Check with Omio app the best way to travel.

The cheapest month for a bus from Los Angeles, CA to San Marcos, CA is March.

It's helpful to compare your options as there are 2 ways to travel between Los Angeles, CA and San Marcos, CA including taking a bus and train.

No, the bus from Los Angeles, CA to San Marcos, CA has no accessibility options.

No, there are no bathrooms on board the bus from Los Angeles, CA to San Marcos, CA.

No, bikes are not allowed on board the bus from Los Angeles, CA to San Marcos, CA.

Tickets are often cheaper when booked early. Traveling during off-peak hours or on weekdays can help you save money. Sort results by price to quickly identify the most affordable options. Check for promotions or discounts available on our website and app.

No, there is no food available to purchase on board the bus from Los Angeles, CA to San Marcos, CA.

No, luggage for the bus from Los Angeles, CA to San Marcos, CA needs to be booked in addition.

No, there are no additional luggage options for the bus from Los Angeles, CA to San Marcos, CA.

Unfortunately, pets are not allowed on the bus from Los Angeles, CA to San Marcos, CA.

No, there are no USB plugs on board the bus from Los Angeles, CA to San Marcos, CA.

No, there is no WiFi on board the bus from Los Angeles, CA to San Marcos, CA.

Since neither Los Angeles, CA nor San Marcos, CA are in the Schengen Area, passport requirements depend on the specific immigration rules of United States and United States. Entry and visa requirements can be subject to change. For the latest information, check with your destination's embassy or consulate.

We recommend using the train as it is the most popular way to get from Los Angeles, CA to San Marcos, CA among Omio's users.

The currency used in the United States is the US Dollar (USD). For travelers, using cards is generally more convenient and widely accepted, especially credit and debit cards, while cash is useful for small purchases or places that do not accept cards.

In San Marcos, CA, travelers should be cautious of common safety concerns such as petty theft and vehicle break-ins, especially in busy public areas and parking lots. It is advisable to avoid leaving valuables visible in cars. Additionally, travelers should be aware of potential scams related to ride services or unauthorized ticket sellers by using reputable transportation providers and purchasing tickets through official channels. Staying alert in crowded places and following local guidelines enhances safety.

Pack lightweight, versatile clothing suitable for the destination's climate, and use secure, lockable luggage to protect belongings. Keep essential items like travel documents, medication, and valuables in a carry-on bag for easy access. Use packing organizers or cubes to maximize space and maintain order. Lastly, include a small first aid kit and personal hygiene items for added comfort during travel.

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