Find coaches from San Antonio, US to San Marcos, TX, US

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Today11 Aug
from US$18
Tomorrow12 Aug
from US$16
Wed13 Aug
from US$16
Thu14 Aug
from US$16
Fri15 Aug
from US$17
Sat16 Aug
from US$17
Sun17 Aug
from US$17
Mon18 Aug

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  • This trip is recommended because it is the: Cheapest
    Departure time: 12 August at
    Departure city: San Antonio
    Departure location: San Antonio Bus Station
    Arrival time: 12 August at
    Destination city: San Marcos
    Destination location: San Marcos Station
    Operated by: FlixBusFlixBus
    Vehicle: BusDuration:
  • This trip is recommended because it is the: Fastest
    Departure time: 12 August at
    Departure city: San Antonio
    Departure location: Pearl District
    Arrival time: 12 August at
    Destination city: San Marcos
    Destination location: San Marcos Station
    Operated by: FlixBusFlixBus
    Vehicle: BusDuration:
  • Departure time: 12 August at
    Departure city: San Antonio
    Departure location: San Antonio Bus Station
    Arrival time: 12 August at
    Destination city: San Marcos
    Destination location: San Marcos Station
    Operated by: FlixBusFlixBus
    Vehicle: BusDuration:
  • Departure time: 12 August at
    Departure city: San Antonio
    Departure location: San Antonio Bus Station
    Arrival time: 12 August at
    Destination city: San Marcos
    Destination location: San Marcos Station
    Operated by: Valley TransitValley Transit
    Vehicle: BusDuration:
  • Departure time: 12 August at
    Departure city: San Antonio
    Departure location: Tornado I-35
    Arrival time: 12 August at
    Destination city: San Marcos
    Destination location: Restaurant Mazatlan
    Operated by: ConexionesConexiones
    Vehicle: BusDuration:

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Compare 2 ways to travel from San Antonio to San Marcos

Bus
Average priceUS$16 - US$85Average duration1h
2kg CO₂e5 out of 5 stars
FastestMost eco-friendly
Train
Average priceUS$12 - US$17Average duration1h 32m
7kg CO₂e1 out of 5 stars
Cheapest
busbud logoBusbud recommends taking the train from San Antonio to San Marcos

Among the sustainable travel choices, the train stands out as a good way to reach San Marcos. The journey takes about 1 hour 32 minutes and with fares starting at just US$12, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

1train per day
1h 32mAverage duration
US$12Cheapest ticket
7kgCO₂ emissions

Bus San Antonio, US to San Marcos, TX, US: Trip Overview

Average ticket priceUS$69
Average bus trip duration1h
Number of daily buses15
Earliest bus departure01:30
Distance51 miles
Latest bus departure18:20

San Antonio to San Marcos Bus

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Frequently asked questions on the trip San Antonio, US - San Marcos, TX, US

  1. How far is San Marcos from San Antonio by coach?

    The journey from San Antonio to San Marcos by coach covers an approximate distance of 42 miles (67 km).

  2. What is the best way to go from San Antonio to San Marcos without a car?

    The best way to go from San Antonio to San Marcos without a car is by coach. They are frequent and reliable, offering a convenient and eco-friendly journey. Depending on your preferences, carpooling can also be considered as an option.

Find cheapest prices for buses

Price is for a one-way ticket for one passenger and based on past searches.

Best price found
09/08
US$10
10/08
US$11
Today
US$10
12/08
US$9
13/08
US$9
14/08
US$9
15/08
US$9
16/08
US$9
busbud logoThe cheapest trip from San Antonio, US to San Marcos, TX, US was searched and found on 12 Aug 2025 with a price of US$9

To save money and be sure you have the best seat, it's a good idea to buy your bus tickets from San Antonio, US to San Marcos, TX, US as early as possible.

You can expect to pay from US$9 to US$80 for a bus ticket from San Antonio, US to San Marcos, TX, US based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at US$9, which is on 2025-08-12.

Usually Tornado Bus will charge you higher prices for tickets closer to the departure date. To find the best prices, you should be flexible on your date of travel.

About Bus Travel

Bus Travel Tips

Meet and talk to locals at the bus stations while travelling from San Antonio to San Marcos.There is no better way to get inside travel information while exploring a new city than to go straight to its people.

Start sightseeing the minute your bus leaves the station. If you're on the night bus from San Antonio to San Marcos, get comfy and count the stars.

Buses have the smallest carbon footprint of all motorized transport modes. A bus going from San Antonio to San Marcos will emit half the CO2 emitted by a train, and radically less than a car or an airplane.

Tune out to the fine sounds of your best music playlist on your bus trip from San Antonio to San Marcos while indulging in miles on end of beautiful scenic views.

Did you know?

The Superbus, created by a Dutch engineer is the world's fastest bus with 250 km/h. Too bad it's only a prototype for now.

Did you know that 80% of the buses in North America are equipped with WiFi and power outlets ? And 60% of bus travellers have used their electronic device on board during 2014.

Did you know there are on average 4,400 intercity bus departures every day in the US only? This number has been growing for 9 years in a row, yay!

Will you be returning to San Antonio, US by bus?

Bus from San Antonio, US to San Marcos, TX, US

You can also go to San Marcos, TX, US by train

Train from San Antonio, US to San Marcos, TX, US

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