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4.6The cheapest and fastest buses from San Marcos, TX to Lubbock, TX
Cheapest price
$120
Average price
$128
Fastest journey
21 h 45 m
Average duration
23 h 15 m
Buses per day
2
Distance
553 km
The best way to find a cheap bus ticket from San Marcos, TX to Lubbock, 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 Lubbock, TX will cost around $128 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only $120.
It's difficult to get from San Marcos, TX to Lubbock, TX without transferring at least once.
11:30 PM21h45San Marcos, TX9:15 PMLubbock, TX$1201One-way1 transfer- 7:05 PM24h45San Marcos, TX7:50 PMLubbock, TX$1371One-way1 transfer
- 11:30 PM21h45San Marcos, TX9:15 PMLubbock, TX$1201One-way1 transfer
- 7:05 PM24h45San Marcos, TX7:50 PMLubbock, TX$1371One-way1 transfer
Travel Information
Compare bus and flight for San Marcos, TX to Lubbock, TX
Omio recommends booking the flight as it is the most popular option from San Marcos, TX to Lubbock, TX among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the bus with prices starting from $111. For those with little time consider booking a flight which can get you there in 4h 39m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of $111, and a flight costs an average of $167.
Distance: 343 miles (553 km)
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| Bus | Most popular Flight | Driving |
|---|---|---|
$196 Average price Cheapest | $291 Average price | $80 Average price (fuel + tolls) |
21h 19m Average total duration 20h 49m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 7h 39m Average total duration Fastest 4h 39m Onboard + 3h 0m Additional time* | 6h 15m Average total duration (door-to-door) |
Direct Options | Direct Options | Direct Options |
This is compared to other travel options from San Marcos, TX to Lubbock, TX:
A bus is $96 (€78) less than a flight for this route with tickets for a flight from San Marcos, TX to Lubbock, TX costing on average $291 (€239).
Other travel options to Lubbock, TX take longer:
Bus takes on average 20h 49m.
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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.
San Marcos, TX to Lubbock, TX Bus Timetables
| Operator | Departure Time | Arrival Time | Duration | Departure days | Cheapest price |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
Operator Greyhound | Departure Time 03:35AM | Arrival Time 12:50AM | Duration 21h15 | Departure days Wed, Thu, Fri | Cheapest price $202 |
Operator Greyhound | Departure Time 04:30AM | Arrival Time 12:50AM | Duration 20h20 | Departure days Sun | Cheapest price $111 |
Operator Greyhound | Departure Time 04:35AM | Arrival Time 01:50AM | Duration 21h15 | Departure days Wed, Thu, Fri | Cheapest price $221 |
Operator Greyhound | Departure Time 05:30AM | Arrival Time 01:50AM | Duration 20h20 | Departure days Tue, Sun | Cheapest price $150 |
Operator Flixbus USA | Departure Time 07:05PM | Arrival Time 07:50PM | Duration 24h45 | Departure days Fri, Sun | Cheapest price $137 |
Operator Flixbus USA | Departure Time 11:30PM | Arrival Time 09:15PM | Duration 21h45 | Departure days Fri, Sun | Cheapest price $120 |
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Journey information
Overview: Bus from San Marcos, TX to Lubbock, TX
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Buses from San Marcos, TX to Lubbock, TX run on average 1 times per day, taking around 20h 49m. Cheap bus tickets for this journey start at $111 (€91) if you book in advance.
The earliest bus runs at 10:30, the last at 23:30. The fastest bus covers the 343 miles (553 km) distance in 19h 20m.
Distance 343 miles (553 km) |
Average bus duration 20h 49m |
Cheapest ticket price $111 (€91) |
Buses per day 1 |
Fastest bus 19h 20m |
First bus 10:30 AM |
Last bus 11:30 PM |
Cheapest Month Sep |
Cheapest Day Sun |
High Season Jan - Mar |
Low Season Jul - Sep |
Bus providers: FlixBus from San Marcos, TX to Lubbock, TXYou can travel by bus between San Marcos, TX to Lubbock, TX with FlixBus for as low as $111 (€91). 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 Lubbock, TX
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from San Marcos, TX to Lubbock, 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 Lubbock, 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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