Bus from San Marcos, TX, US to Austin, TX, US: Tickets & Schedules

Next bus departures

Next departures for San Marcos to Austin on November 28
Operated byVehicle typeDeparture timeDeparture locationTrip durationArrival timeArrival locationRecommendedPrice and booking link
FlixBusBus
San Marcos Station
Downtown AustinCheapest
ConexionesBus
Restaurant Mazatlan
Austin, (TX - TBC Austin)Fastest
Valley TransitBus
San Marcos Station
Austin Eastside Bus PlazaNo tags
FlixBusBus
San Marcos Station
Downtown AustinNo tags
Tornado BusBus
Restaurant Mazatlan
Austin, (TX - TBC Austin)No tags

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Compare 2 ways to go from San Marcos to Austin

We recommend taking the train

Among the sustainable travel choices, the train stands out as a good way to reach Austin. The journey takes about 54 minutes, and with fares starting at just $18, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

1train per day
54mAverage Duration
48 kmDistance
4kgCO₂ emissions
Average Price$19 - $122Average Duration30m
1kg CO₂e
Average Price$18 - $39Average Duration54m
4kg CO₂e

Frequently asked questions about travelling from San Marcos, TX, US to Austin, 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.

  1. How much is the bus ticket from San Marcos to Austin?

    The cheapest bus tickets from San Marcos to Austin start from $19. The average price for this route is around $107. Busbud recommends that you book your tickets in advance for a better chance to get the lowest possible price.

  2. How long is the bus ride from San Marcos to Austin?

    The average bus travel time from San Marcos to Austin is 30m, covering a distance of 43 km. The quickest bus can get you there in 25m and is operated by Tornado Bus.

  3. Which bus companies service the San Marcos to Austin route?

    Several major bus companies operate on this route with 16 buses available per day, including services from Tornado Bus, FlixBus, Valley Transit.

  4. What are the earliest and latest departure times for the bus from San Marcos to Austin?

    The earliest bus departs from San Marcos to Austin at 2:25am. And the latest bus departs at 7:05pm.

  5. What are the CO₂ emissions for the bus trip from San Marcos to Austin?

    A bus trip from San Marcos to Austin generates an estimated 1 kg of CO₂, making it a highly eco-friendly travel option and a mode of travel recommended by Busbud.

  6. What is the best bus company from San Marcos to Austin?

    According to Busbud customers, the highest-rated bus company on this route is FlixBus, with an average rating of 3.5 out of 5 stars based on 11380 reviews.

  7. Which bus company has the best Wi-Fi from San Marcos to Austin?

    Based on Busbud reviews, the bus company Tornado Bus has the highest Wi-Fi rating with a score of 3.6.

  8. Which bus company has the best on-time performance from San Marcos to Austin?

    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.

  9. Which bus company has the cleanest buses from San Marcos to Austin?

    According to Busbud traveller reviews, the bus company with the cleanest buses on this route is Tornado Bus, 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.

Best price found
11-25
$13
11-26
$35
Today
$13
11-28
$13
11-29
$12
11-30
$13
12-01
$12
12-02
$10
busbud logoThe cheapest trip from San Marcos, TX, US to Austin, TX, US was searched and found on Dec 2, 2025 with a price of $10

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

You can expect to pay from $10 to $116 for a bus ticket from San Marcos, TX, US to Austin, TX, US based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at $10 which is on 2025-12-02.

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.

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