The cheapest and fastest buses from San Marcos, TX to Denton, TX
Cheapest price
$54
Average price
$54
Fastest journey
6 h 15 m
Average duration
6 h 15 m
Buses per day
1
Distance
378 km
The best way to find a cheap bus ticket from San Marcos, TX to Denton, TX is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from San Marcos, TX to Denton, TX will cost around $54 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only $54.
Of the 1 buses that leave San Marcos, TX for Denton, TX on Sun, Jun 21, 1 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
On Sun, Jun 21 the direct buses cover the 378 km distance in an average of 6 h 15 m but if you time it right, some buses will get you there in just 6 h 15 m .
On Sun, Jun 21 the slowest buses will take 6 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.
1:40 PM6h15San Marcos, TX7:55 PMDenton, TX$541One-way0 transfers
1:40 PM6h15San Marcos, TX7:55 PMDenton, TX$541One-way0 transfers
Travel Information
Compare bus, train, and flight for San Marcos, TX to Denton, TX
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from San Marcos, TX to Denton, TX among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the bus with prices starting from $45. For those with little time consider booking a flight which can get you there in 1h 21m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of $45, and a flight costs an average of $163.
Distance: 234 miles (378 km)
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| Bus | Most popular Train | Flight | Driving |
|---|---|---|---|
$51 Average price Cheapest | $68 Average price | $227 Average price | $52 Average price (fuel + tolls) |
6h 55m Average total duration 6h 25m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 6h 5m Average total duration 5h 35m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 4h 21m Average total duration Fastest 1h 21m Onboard + 3h 0m Additional time* | 3h 59m Average total duration (door-to-door) |
Direct Options | Direct Options | Direct Options | Direct Options |
This is compared to other travel options from San Marcos, TX to Denton, TX:
A bus is $17 (€14) less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from San Marcos, TX to Denton, TX costing on average $68 (€56).
A bus is $175 (€143) less than a flight for this route with tickets for a flight from San Marcos, TX to Denton, TX costing on average $227 (€185).
Other travel options to Denton, TX take longer:
Train takes on average 5h 35m.
Bus takes on average 6h 25m.
Tickets start at around $51 (€42) compared to roughly $52 (€43) in fuel and tolls — a saving of about $0.65 (€0.53). The journey takes 6h 25m versus 3h 59m by car, so you'll arrive a bit later, but you can use the time productively rather than spending it behind the wheel. No parking to sort, no fuel stops, and most coaches have Wi-Fi and power outlets.
Direct services are operated by FlixBus.
Driving is worth considering if you're on a tight schedule, travelling as a group (where fuel costs split several ways), or want the flexibility to stop along the way.
San Marcos, TX to Denton, TX Bus Timetables
| Operator | Departure Time | Arrival Time | Duration | Departure days | Cheapest price |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
Operator Flixbus USA | Departure Time 08:40AM | Arrival Time 02:55PM | Duration 6h15 | Departure days Mon, Tue, Sat | Cheapest price $49 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 01:40PM | Arrival Time 07:55PM | Duration 6h15 | Departure days Wed, Thu, Sun | Cheapest price $51 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 02:40PM | Arrival Time 08:55PM | Duration 6h15 | Departure days Fri | Cheapest price $45 |
Live departures
San Marcos, TX to Denton, TX bus times
The table below shows live departures for San Marcos, TX to Denton, TX buses for tomorrow, Sunday, June 21. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated bus journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
![]() | 1:40 PM San Marcos, TX | 6h15 | 7:55 PM Denton, TX | 0 transfersDirect | |
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Journey information
Overview: Bus from San Marcos, TX to Denton, TX
Buses from San Marcos, TX to Denton, TX run on average 1 times per day, taking around 6h 25m. Cheap bus tickets for this journey start at $45 (€37) but you can travel from only $27 (€22) by train.
There are 1 buses per day. The earliest bus runs at 07:30, the last at 23:30. The fastest bus covers the 234 miles (378 km) distance in 6h 15m.
Distance 234 miles (378 km) |
Average bus duration 6h 25m |
Cheapest ticket price $45 (€37) |
Buses per day 1 |
Direct buses 1 |
Fastest bus 6h 15m |
First bus 7:30 AM |
Last bus 11:30 PM |
Cheapest Month Oct |
Cheapest Day Fri |
High Season Oct - Dec |
Low Season Jul - Sep |
Busiest Day Thu |
Least Busy Day Thu |
Bus providers: FlixBus from San Marcos, TX to Denton, TXYou can travel by bus between San Marcos, TX to Denton, TX with FlixBus for as low as $27 (€22). When you search for schedules and tickets, Omio will show you the best journey
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FAQs: Bus from San Marcos, TX to Denton, TX
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from San Marcos, TX to Denton, 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 Denton, 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.
popular bus stations
Popular bus stations from San Marcos, TX to Denton, TX
Most San Marcos, TX to Denton, TX buses use the San Marcos, S Guadalupe St (San Marcos Station) to Denton, North Texas Boulevard (Fouts Field Transfer) station pair, with some services arriving at Denton, W University Dr (Dairy Queen Store). Use this guide to compare San Marcos, TX and Denton, TX bus stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like bus station facilities and services.
