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4.6The cheapest and fastest buses from San Antonio, TX to San Marcos, TX
Cheapest price
$10
Average price
$12
Fastest journey
1 h 5 m
Average duration
1 h 8 m
Buses per day
2
Distance
74 km
The best way to find a cheap bus ticket from San Antonio, 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 San Antonio, TX to San Marcos, TX will cost around $12 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only $10.
Of the 2 buses that leave San Antonio, TX for San Marcos, TX on Wed, Nov 19, 2 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
On Wed, Nov 19 the direct buses cover the 74 km distance in an average of 1 h 8 m but if you time it right, some buses will get you there in just 1 h 5 m .
On Wed, Nov 19 the slowest buses will take 1 h 10 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 train and bus for San Antonio, TX to San Marcos, TX
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from San Antonio, TX to San Marcos, TX among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the train with prices starting from €9. For those with little time consider booking a bus which can get you there in 1h 11m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a train costs an average of €9, and a bus costs an average of €8.
Distance: 45 miles (74 km)
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| Bus | Most popular Train |
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€11 Average price | €10 Average price Cheapest |
1h 41m Average total duration Fastest 1h 11m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 2h 2m Average total duration 1h 32m Onboard + 30m Additional time* |
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San Antonio, TX to San Marcos, TX Bus Timetables
| Operator | Departure Time | Arrival Time | Duration | Departure days | Cheapest price |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 07:30AM | Arrival Time 08:35AM | Duration 1h05 | Departure days Tue | Cheapest price $16 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 07:45AM | Arrival Time 08:35AM | Duration 0h50 | Departure days Tue | Cheapest price $16 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 05:05PM | Arrival Time 06:30PM | Duration 1h25 | Departure days Tue | Cheapest price $17 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 05:20PM | Arrival Time 06:30PM | Duration 1h10 | Departure days Tue | Cheapest price $17 |
Operator Valley Transit | Departure Time 06:10PM | Arrival Time 07:05PM | Duration 0h55 | Departure days Tue | Cheapest price $17 |
Live departures
San Antonio, TX to San Marcos, TX bus times
The table below shows live departures for San Antonio, TX to San Marcos, TX buses for today, Tuesday, November 18. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated bus journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| FlixBus | 11:05 PM San Antonio, N St Mary's St (Greyhound), TX | 1h25 | 12:30 AM San Marcos | 0 transfersDirect | |
| FlixBus | 11:20 PM San Antonio, Avenue A / Pearl Pkwy, TX | 1h10 | 12:30 AM San Marcos | 0 transfersDirect | |
| Wednesday, November 19 | |||||
 | 12:10 AM San Antonio, N St Mary's St (Greyhound), TX | 0h55 | 1:05 AM San Marcos | 0 transfersDirect | |
| 11:30 AM San Antonio, TX | 1h05 | 12:35 PM San Marcos, TX | 0 transfersDirect | |
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Journey information
Overview: Bus from San Antonio, TX to San Marcos, TX
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Buses from San Antonio, TX to San Marcos, TX run on average 6 times per day, taking around 1h 11m. Cheap bus tickets for this journey start at $10 (€8) if you book in advance.
There are 6 buses per day. The earliest bus runs at 06:30, the last at 23:30. The fastest bus covers the 45 miles (74 km) distance in 1h 0m.
Distance 45 miles (74 km) |
Average bus duration 1h 11m |
Cheapest ticket price $10 (€8) |
Buses per day 6 |
Direct buses 6 |
Fastest bus 1h 0m |
First bus 06:30 |
Last bus 23:30 |
Bus providers: FlixBus, Omnibus Express from San Antonio, TX to San Marcos, TXYou can travel by bus between San Antonio, TX to San Marcos, TX with FlixBus, Omnibus Express for as low as $10 (€8). When you search for schedules and tickets, Omio will show you the best journey
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FAQs: Bus from San Antonio, TX to San Marcos, TX
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from San Antonio, 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.
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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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