How much does a bus ticket from McAllen to San Marcos cost?

The bus ticket price from McAllen to San Marcos starts at R 574. The best way to find cheap bus tickets from McAllen to San Marcos is to book your tickets as early as possible. Prices tend to rise as your travel date approaches, so book in advance to secure the best prices!

How long is the bus ride from McAllen to San Marcos?

The average travel time between McAllen and San Marcos is around 7h 55m, although the fastest bus will take about 4h 5m. This is the time it takes to travel the 405 km that separates the two cities.

How many daily bus connections are there between McAllen and San Marcos?

The number of buses from McAllen to San Marcos can differ depending on the day of the week. On average, there are 5 on this route. Some buses run direct routes, while others have layovers. Simplify your bus trip from McAllen to San Marcos by comparing and selecting the bus that fits your travel style and budget on Busbud.

Which bus companies travel from McAllen to San Marcos?

When taking the bus from McAllen to San Marcos, you can travel comfortably and safely with Tornado Bus, Valley Transit, Greyhound.

Bus McAllen to San Marcos from R 1 001 | Refundable Tickets

Next bus departures

Next departures from McAllen to San Marcos on 14 November
Operated by	Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended	Price and booking link
Valley Transit + FlixBus	Bus	23:15	Mcallen Bus Station	8h 25m	07:40	San Marcos Station	CheapestFastest

Next departures from McAllen to San Marcos on 17 November
Operated by	Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Valley Transit + FlixBus	Bus	23:15	Mcallen Bus Station	9h 20m	08:35	San Marcos Station	Cheapest
Greyhound Lines Mexico + Valley Transit	Bus	11:20	Mcallen Bus Station	7h 45m	19:05	San Marcos Station	Fastest
	Bus	11:10	Mcallen Bus Station	7h 55m	19:05	San Marcos Station	No tags

Next departures from McAllen to San Marcos on 21 November
Operated by	Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Valley Transit + FlixBus	Bus	23:15	Mcallen Bus Station	8h 25m	07:40	San Marcos Station	Cheapest
	Bus	09:10	Central Station	4h 15m	13:25	Restaurant Mazatlan	Fastest
	Bus	11:10	Mcallen Bus Station	7h 55m	19:05	San Marcos Station	No tags
Greyhound Lines Mexico + Valley Transit	Bus	11:20	Mcallen Bus Station	7h 45m	19:05	San Marcos Station	No tags
	Bus	22:30	Central Station	4h 54m	03:24	Restaurant Mazatlan	No tags

Last refresh of the prices: Yesterday at 11:18 AM CST.

Get from McAllen to San Marcos

This route is served by bus only

The journey takes about 7 hours 55 minutes, and with fares starting at just R 574, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

5bus per day

7h 55mAverage duration

410 kmDistance

10kgCO₂ emissions

Compare bus companies

Tornado Bus

3/5155 reviews

Staff4.5

Timeliness3.2

Cleanliness4.5

WiFi3.7

Valley Transit

3/533 reviews

Staff3.8

Timeliness3.4

Cleanliness2.9

WiFi2.3

Greyhound

3.5/587 371 reviews

Staff3.6

Timeliness2.9

Cleanliness3.3

WiFi2.4

US Bus Companies: FlixBus, BlaBlaCar Bus, ALSA, Greyhound, Intercape, Trenitalia, Sindbad

Where are the popular stops in McAllen and San Marcos?

Stops in McAllen

A - McAllen Bus Station

Stops in San Marcos

A - San Marcos Station

B - San Marcos Bus Stop (Victoria Secret)

C - San Marcos Bus Stop

Frequently asked questions about travelling from McAllen to San Marcos, TX, US by bus

How much does a bus ticket from McAllen to San Marcos cost?
The bus ticket price from McAllen to San Marcos starts at R 574. The best way to find cheap bus tickets from McAllen to San Marcos is to book your tickets as early as possible. Prices tend to rise as your travel date approaches, so book in advance to secure the best prices!
How long is the bus ride from McAllen to San Marcos?
The average travel time between McAllen and San Marcos is around 7h 55m, although the fastest bus will take about 4h 5m. This is the time it takes to travel the 405 km that separates the two cities.
How many daily bus connections are there between McAllen and San Marcos?
The number of buses from McAllen to San Marcos can differ depending on the day of the week. On average, there are 5 on this route. Some buses run direct routes, while others have layovers. Simplify your bus trip from McAllen to San Marcos by comparing and selecting the bus that fits your travel style and budget on Busbud.
Which bus companies travel from McAllen to San Marcos?
When taking the bus from McAllen to San Marcos, you can travel comfortably and safely with Tornado Bus, Valley Transit, Greyhound.

Find cheapest prices for buses

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

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R 1 001

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The cheapest trip from McAllen to San Marcos, TX, US was searched and found on 14 Nov 2025 with a price of R 1 001

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

You can expect to pay from R 1 001 to R 1 317 for a bus ticket from McAllen to San Marcos, TX, US based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at R 1 001, which is on 2025-11-17.