The cheapest and fastest buses from McAllen, TX to San Marcos, TX
Cheapest price
$56
Average price
$75
Fastest journey
7 h 55 m
Average duration
10 h 23 m
Buses per day
2
Distance
410 km
The best way to find a cheap bus ticket from McAllen, TX to San Marcos, TX is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from McAllen, TX to San Marcos, TX will cost around $75 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only $56.
Of the 2 buses that leave McAllen, TX for San Marcos, TX on Sun, Mar 22, 1 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
On Sun, Mar 22 the direct buses cover the 410 km distance in an average of 10 h 23 m but if you time it right, some buses will get you there in just 7 h 55 m .
On Sun, Mar 22 the slowest buses will take 12 h 50 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.




Travel Information
Compare bus and flight for McAllen, TX to San Marcos, TX
Omio recommends booking the bus as it is the most popular option from McAllen, TX to San Marcos, TX among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the bus with prices starting from $58. For those with little time consider booking a flight which can get you there in 4h 10m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of $58, and a flight costs an average of $253.
Distance: 254 miles (410 km)
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Most popular Bus | Flight |
|---|---|
$63 Average price Cheapest | $253 Average price |
9h 3m Average total duration 8h 33m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 7h 10m Average total duration Fastest 4h 10m Onboard + 3h 0m Additional time* |
Direct Options | Direct Options |
McAllen, TX to San Marcos, TX Bus Timetables
| Operator | Departure Time | Arrival Time | Duration | Departure days | Cheapest price |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
Operator Valley Transit | Departure Time 11:10AM | Arrival Time 07:05PM | Duration 7h55 | Departure days Sat | Cheapest price $75 |
Operator Valley Transit | Departure Time 11:20AM | Arrival Time 07:05PM | Duration 7h45 | Departure days Sat | Cheapest price $101 |
Operator Valley Transit | Departure Time 11:15PM | Arrival Time 07:40AM | Duration 8h25 | Departure days Sat | Cheapest price $101 |
Live departures
McAllen, TX to San Marcos, TX bus times
The table below shows live departures for McAllen, TX to San Marcos, TX buses for today, Saturday, March 21. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated bus journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
![]() | 4:10 PM McAllen, Central Station | 7h55 | 12:05 AM San Marcos | 0 transfersDirect | |
+![]() | 4:20 PM McAllen, Central Station | 7h45 | 12:05 AM San Marcos | 1 transfer | |
| Sunday, March 22 | |||||
+ FlixBus | 4:15 AM McAllen, Central Station | 8h25 | 12:40 PM San Marcos | 1 transfer | |
This is the last bus of the day. | |||||
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Journey information
Overview: Bus from McAllen, TX to San Marcos, TX
Buses from McAllen, TX to San Marcos, TX run on average 2 times per day, taking around 8h 33m. Cheap bus tickets for this journey start at $58 (€47) if you book in advance.
There are 1 buses per day. The earliest bus runs at 11:10, the last at 23:30. The fastest bus covers the 254 miles (410 km) distance in 7h 55m.
Distance 254 miles (410 km) |
Average bus duration 8h 33m |
Cheapest ticket price $58 (€47) |
Buses per day 2 |
Direct buses 1 |
Fastest bus 7h 55m |
First bus 11:10 |
Last bus 23:30 |
Bus providers: Omnibus Express, FlixBus from McAllen, TX to San Marcos, TXYou can travel by bus between McAllen, TX to San Marcos, TX with Omnibus Express, FlixBus for as low as $58 (€47). When you search for schedules and tickets, Omio will show you the best journey
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FAQs: Bus from McAllen, TX to San Marcos, TX
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from McAllen, TX to San Marcos, TX 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, TX, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

- FlixBus
- Assistance
- Priority boarding
- Wheelchair-accessible buses.
- FlixBus
- 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.
- FlixBus
- One carry-on bag up to 7kg (42x30x18 cm) and one checked bag up to 20kg (80x50x30 cm).
- FlixBus
- Additional luggage can be purchased for a fee.
- FlixBus
- Small pets in carriers allowed
- guide dogs travel for free.


