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4.6The cheapest and fastest buses from Los Angeles, CA to San Marcos, CA
Cheapest price
$22
Average price
$28
Fastest journey
2 h 5 m
Average duration
2 h 40 m
Buses per day
2
Distance
142 km
The best way to find a cheap bus ticket from Los Angeles, CA to San Marcos, CA is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Los Angeles, CA to San Marcos, CA will cost around $28 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only $22.
Of the 2 buses that leave Los Angeles, CA for San Marcos, CA on Fri, May 08, 2 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
On Fri, May 08 the direct buses cover the 142 km distance in an average of 2 h 40 m but if you time it right, some buses will get you there in just 2 h 5 m .
On Fri, May 08 the slowest buses will take 3 h 15 m and usually involve a change or two along the way, but you might be able to save a few pennies if you’re on a budget.
6:55 PM2h05Los Angeles, CA9:00 PMSan Marcos, CA$221One-way0 transfers- 2:30 AM3h15Los Angeles, CA5:45 AMSan Marcos, CA$351One-way0 transfers
- 6:55 PM2h05Los Angeles, CA9:00 PMSan Marcos, CA$221One-way0 transfers
- 2:30 AM3h15Los Angeles, CA5:45 AMSan Marcos, CA$351One-way0 transfers
Travel Information
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 56m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of $20, and a train costs an average of $31.
Distance: 88 miles (142 km)
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| Bus | Most popular Train |
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$28 Average price Cheapest | $32 Average price |
4h 0m Average total duration 3h 30m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 2h 26m Average total duration Fastest 1h 56m Onboard + 30m Additional time* |
Most popular bus company |  Most popular train company |
Direct Options | Direct Options |
This is compared to other travel options from Los Angeles, CA to San Marcos, CA:
A bus is $4 (€3) less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Los Angeles, CA to San Marcos, CA costing on average $32 (€25).
Other travel options to San Marcos, CA take longer:
Bus takes on average 3h 30m.
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Journey information
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 22 times per day, taking around 3h 30m. Cheap bus tickets for this journey start at $20 (€16) if you book in advance.
There are 22 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.
Distance 88 miles (142 km) |
Average bus duration 3h 30m |
Cheapest ticket price $20 (€16) |
Buses per day 22 |
Direct buses 22 |
Fastest bus 2h 5m |
First bus 5:10 AM |
Last bus 10:10 PM |
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High Season Jul - Sep |
Low Season Apr - Jun |
Busiest Day Sat |
Least Busy Day Sat |
Best time to book 4 days |
Bus providers: FlixBus from Los Angeles, CA to San Marcos, CAYou can travel by bus between Los Angeles, CA to San Marcos, CA with FlixBus for as low as $20 (€16). When you search for schedules and tickets, Omio will show you the best journey
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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.
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- Assistance
- Priority boarding
- Wheelchair-accessible buses.
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- You can cancel your ticket up to 15 minutes before departure and receive a voucher for future travel. Refund requests for delays over 120 minutes are possible.
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- One carry-on bag up to 7kg (42x30x18 cm) and one checked bag up to 20kg (80x50x30 cm).
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- Additional luggage can be purchased for a fee.
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- Small pets in carriers allowed
- guide dogs travel for free.
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