The cheapest and fastest buses from San Marcos, TX to Wichita, KS
Cheapest price
$135
Average price
$135
Fastest journey
14 h 40 m
Average duration
14 h 40 m
Buses per day
1
Distance
870 km
The best way to find a cheap bus ticket from San Marcos, TX to Wichita, KS 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 Wichita, KS will cost around $135 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only $135.
Of the 1 buses that leave San Marcos, TX for Wichita, KS on Tue, Mar 24, 1 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
On Tue, Mar 24 the direct buses cover the 870 km distance in an average of 14 h 40 m but if you time it right, some buses will get you there in just 14 h 40 m .
On Tue, Mar 24 the slowest buses will take 14 h 40 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, train, and flight for San Marcos, TX to Wichita, KS
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from San Marcos, TX to Wichita, KS among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the train with prices starting from $98. For those with little time consider booking a flight which can get you there in 5h 13m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a train costs an average of $98, and a flight costs an average of $162.
Distance: 540 miles (870 km)
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| Bus | Most popular Train | Flight |
|---|---|---|
$135 Average price | $109 Average price Cheapest | $209 Average price |
15h 28m Average total duration 14h 58m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 16h 55m Average total duration 16h 25m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 8h 13m Average total duration Fastest 5h 13m Onboard + 3h 0m Additional time* |
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Live departures
San Marcos, TX to Wichita, KS bus times
The table below shows live departures for San Marcos, TX to Wichita, KS buses for tomorrow, Sunday, March 22. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated bus journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
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![]() | 5:30 AM San Marcos, TX | 14h40 | 8:10 PM Wichita, KS | 0 transfersDirect | |
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Journey information
Overview: Bus from San Marcos, TX to Wichita, KS
Buses from San Marcos, TX to Wichita, KS run on average 2 times per day, taking around 14h 58m. Cheap bus tickets for this journey start at $135 (€109) but you can travel from only $98 (€79) by train.
The earliest bus runs at 03:10, the last at 11:05. The fastest bus covers the 540 miles (870 km) distance in 14h 40m.
Distance 540 miles (870 km) |
Average bus duration 14h 58m |
Cheapest ticket price $135 (€109) |
Buses per day 2 |
Fastest bus 14h 40m |
First bus 03:10 |
Last bus 11:05 |
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FAQs: Bus from San Marcos, TX to Wichita, KS
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from San Marcos, TX to Wichita, KS 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 Wichita, KS, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

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