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| Operated by | Vehicle type | Departure time | Departure location | Trip duration | Arrival time | Arrival location | Recommended | Price and booking link |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
 | Bus | San Marcos Station | Downtown Austin | Cheapest | ||||
 | Bus | Restaurant Mazatlan | Austin, (TX - TBC Austin) | Fastest | ||||
 | Bus | San Marcos Station | Austin Eastside Bus Plaza | No tags | ||||
| Bus | San Marcos Station | Downtown Austin | No tags | ||||
 | Bus | Restaurant Mazatlan | Austin, (TX - TBC Austin) | No tags |
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Compare 2 ways to go from San Marcos to Austin
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.
Where are the popular stops in San Marcos and Austin?
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
Stops in Austin
- A
Greyhound Station
916 E Koenig Ln, Austin, TX 78752, USA - B
Airport Blvd
2001 Airport Blvd, Austin, TX 78702, USA - C
Brazos St
35 Brazos St, Austin, TX 78701, USA - D
Ben White Bd & I-35
711 E Ben White Blvd, Austin, TX 78704, USA
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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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
The cheapest trip from San Marcos, TX, US to Austin, TX, US was searched and found on Dec 2, 2025 with a price of $10To 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.
