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| Operated by | Vehicle type | Departure time | Departure location | Trip duration | Arrival time | Arrival location | Recommended | Price and booking link |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
 | Bus | Dallas Bus Station | San Marcos Station | Cheapest | ||||
 | Bus | Downtown Dallas / Deep Ellum | San Marcos Station | Fastest | ||||
| Bus | Dallas Bus Station | San Marcos Station | No tags | ||||
| Bus | Downtown Dallas / Deep Ellum | San Marcos Station | No tags | ||||
| Bus | Downtown Dallas / Deep Ellum | San Marcos Station | No tags |
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Compare 2 ways to go from Dallas to San Marcos
Among the sustainable travel choices, the train stands out as a good way to reach San Marcos. The journey takes about 7 hours 33 minutes, and with fares starting at just $32, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.
Where are the popular stops in Dallas and San Marcos?
Stops in Dallas
- A205 S Lamar St, Dallas, TX 75202, USA
- B
Jefferson Bd
174 S Patton Ave, Dallas, TX 75203, USA - D
Westmoreland Greyhound Station
627 N Westmoreland Rd, Dallas, TX 75211 - E
N. Olive Street
400 N. Olive Street,, Dallas, TX 75201, US - F
Tornado Bus I-30
8630 E R L Thornton Fwy, Dallas, TX 75228, USA
Stops in San Marcos
- A338 S Guadalupe St, San Marcos, TX 78666, USA
- B
San Marcos Bus Stop (Victoria Secret)
1593-1607 Centerpoint Rd, San Marcos, TX 78666, USA - C
San Marcos Bus Stop
1210 S Interstate Hwy 35, San Marcos, TX 78666, USA
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Frequently asked questions about travelling from Dallas, TX to San Marcos, TX, US by bus
Please note that schedules, routes, or operator details shown here may be updated or vary at the time of your trip.
How much is the bus ticket from Dallas to San Marcos?
The cheapest bus tickets from Dallas to San Marcos start from $57. The average price for this route is around $134. Busbud recommends that you book your tickets in advance for a better chance to get the lowest possible price.
How long is the bus ride from Dallas to San Marcos?
The average bus travel time from Dallas to San Marcos is 4h 15m, covering a distance of 347 km. The quickest bus can get you there in 3h 15m and is operated by Tornado Bus.
Which bus companies service the Dallas to San Marcos route?
Several major bus companies operate on this route with 25 buses available per day, including services from Tornado Bus, FlixBus, Valley Transit, Amtrak, Greyhound, RedCoach.
What are the earliest and latest departure times for the bus from Dallas to San Marcos?
The earliest bus departs from Dallas to San Marcos at 6:35am. And the latest bus departs at 11:55pm.
What are the CO₂ emissions for the bus trip from Dallas to San Marcos?
A bus trip from Dallas to San Marcos generates an estimated 9 kg of CO₂, making it a highly eco-friendly travel option and a mode of travel recommended by Busbud.
What is the best bus company from Dallas to San Marcos?
According to Busbud customers, the highest-rated bus company on this route is Amtrak, with an average rating of 4.1 out of 5 stars based on 5627 reviews.
Which bus company has the best Wi-Fi from Dallas to San Marcos?
Based on Busbud reviews, the bus company RedCoach has the highest Wi-Fi rating with a score of 3.9.
Which bus company has the best on-time performance from Dallas to San Marcos?
According to Busbud traveller reviews, the most punctual bus company on this route is FlixBus, with a punctuality rating of 3.9 out of 5 stars.
Which bus company has the cleanest buses from Dallas to San Marcos?
According to Busbud traveller reviews, the bus company with the cleanest buses on this route is Amtrak, with a cleanliness rating of 4.5 out of 5 stars.
Find cheapest prices for buses
Price is for a one-way ticket for one passenger and based on past searches.
The cheapest trip from Dallas, TX to San Marcos, TX, US was searched and found on Dec 16, 2025 with a price of $51To save money and be sure you have the best seat, it's a good idea to buy your bus tickets from Dallas, TX to San Marcos, TX, US, as early as possible.
You can expect to pay from $51 to $156 for a bus ticket from Dallas, TX to San Marcos, TX, US based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at $51 which is on 2025-12-16.
Usually Tornado Bus, Valley Transit 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.
