4.9
4.6The cheapest and fastest buses from Waco, TX to San Marcos, TX
Cheapest price
$34
Average price
$35
Fastest journey
2 h 40 m
Average duration
2 h 42 m
Buses per day
2
Distance
200 km
The best way to find a cheap bus ticket from Waco, 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 Waco, TX to San Marcos, TX will cost around $35 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only $34.
Of the 2 buses that leave Waco, TX for San Marcos, TX on Sat, Jun 27, 2 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
On Sat, Jun 27 the direct buses cover the 200 km distance in an average of 2 h 42 m but if you time it right, some buses will get you there in just 2 h 40 m .
On Sat, Jun 27 the slowest buses will take 2 h 44 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.
1:45 AM2h40Waco, TX4:25 AMSan Marcos, TX$341One-way0 transfers
3:15 PM2h44Waco, TX5:59 PMSan Marcos, TX$361One-way0 transfers
- 1:45 AM2h40Waco, TX4:25 AMSan Marcos, TX$341One-way0 transfers
- 3:15 PM2h44Waco, TX5:59 PMSan Marcos, TX$361One-way0 transfers
Travel Information
Compare bus and train for Waco, TX to San Marcos, TX
Omio recommends booking the bus as it is the most popular option from Waco, TX to San Marcos, TX among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the train with prices starting from $19. For those with little time consider booking a bus which can get you there in 2h 42m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a train costs an average of $19, and a bus costs an average of $25.
Distance: 124 miles (200 km)
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Most popular Bus | Train | Driving |
|---|---|---|
$33 Average price | $22 Average price Cheapest | $26 Average price (fuel + tolls) |
3h 12m Average total duration Fastest 2h 42m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 4h 18m Average total duration 3h 48m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 2h 12m Average total duration (door-to-door) |
Most popular bus company |  Most popular train company | Your own car or car rental |
Direct Options | Direct Options | Direct Options |
This is compared to other travel options from Waco, TX to San Marcos, TX:
A train is $11 (€9) less than a bus for this route with tickets for a bus from Waco, TX to San Marcos, TX costing on average $33 (€27).
Other travel options to San Marcos, TX take longer:
Train takes on average 3h 48m.
You'll arrive about -1h -30m sooner (2h 42m by bus vs 2h 12m by car) and save roughly $-6.34 (€-5.24) compared to fuel and tolls ($33 (€27) vs $26 (€22)). You also skip the drive itself — no traffic stress, no parking, and you can use the time to work, nap, or catch up on a series with the onboard Wi-Fi.
Direct coaches are operated by FlixBus, TL Premium.
Driving is still worth considering if you're travelling with bulky luggage, need flexibility on departure times, or plan to stop along the way.
Waco, TX to San Marcos, TX Bus Timetables
| Operator | Departure Time | Arrival Time | Duration | Departure days | Cheapest price |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 01:45AM | Arrival Time 04:25AM | Duration 2h40 | Departure days Mon, Tue, Sat, Sun | Cheapest price $25 |
Operator Flixbus USA | Departure Time 09:15AM | Arrival Time 11:59AM | Duration 2h44 | Departure days Wed, Thu | Cheapest price $25 |
Operator TL Premium | Departure Time 02:00PM | Arrival Time 05:00PM | Duration 3h00 | Departure days Wed | Cheapest price $119 |
Operator Valley Transit | Departure Time 02:15PM | Arrival Time 04:59PM | Duration 2h44 | Departure days Tue | Cheapest price $33 |
Operator Valley Transit | Departure Time 03:15PM | Arrival Time 05:59PM | Duration 2h44 | Departure days Fri | Cheapest price $36 |
Live departures
Waco, TX to San Marcos, TX bus times
The table below shows live departures for Waco, TX to San Marcos, TX buses for today, Thursday, June 25. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated bus journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 9:15 AM Waco, TX | 2h44 | 11:59 AM San Marcos, TX | 0 transfersDirect | |
| Friday, June 26 | |||||
| 1:45 AM Waco, TX | 2h40 | 4:25 AM San Marcos, TX | 0 transfersDirect | |
This is the last bus of the day. | |||||
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Why should you book Waco, TX to San Marcos, TX buses with Omio?
Why book with Omio vs Valley Transit?
- Compare with other providers: On Omio, you can not only buy tickets for Valley Transit, but also compare tickets for the likes of FlixBus or TL Premium to find the best option for your trip from Waco, TX to San Marcos, TX.
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Journey information
Overview: Bus from Waco, TX to San Marcos, TX
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Buses from Waco, TX to San Marcos, TX run on average 2 times per day, taking around 2h 42m. Cheap bus tickets for this journey start at $25 (€21) but you can travel from only $19 (€15) by train.
There are 1 buses per day. The earliest bus runs at 08:40, the last at 20:45. The fastest bus covers the 124 miles (200 km) distance in 2h 40m.
Distance 124 miles (200 km) |
Average bus duration 2h 42m |
Cheapest ticket price $25 (€21) |
Buses per day 2 |
Direct buses 1 |
Fastest bus 2h 40m |
First bus 8:40 AM |
Last bus 8:45 PM |
Cheapest Month Mar |
Cheapest Day Sun |
High Season Jan - Mar |
Low Season Jul - Sep |
Best time to book 7 days |
Bus providers: Valley Transit, FlixBus, TL Premium from Waco, TX to San Marcos, TXYou can travel by bus between Waco, TX to San Marcos, TX with Valley Transit, FlixBus, TL Premium for as low as $19 (€15). When you search for schedules and tickets, Omio will show you the best journey
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FAQs: Bus from Waco, TX to San Marcos, TX
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Waco, 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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