Next bus departures
| Operated by | Vehicle type | Departure time | Departure location | Trip duration | Arrival time | Arrival location | Recommended | Price and booking link |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
FlixBus + Greyhound Lines, Inc. | Bus | San Marcos Station | Houston Bus Station | CheapestFastest | ||||
Valley Transit + Greyhound Lines, Inc. | Bus | San Marcos Station | Houston Bus Station | No tags | ||||
FlixBus + Greyhound Lines Mexico | Bus | San Marcos Station | Houston Bus Station | No tags | ||||
FlixBus + Valley Transit | Bus | San Marcos Station | Downtown Gray & Smith | No tags | ||||
FlixBus + Valley Transit | Bus | San Marcos Station | Houston Uptown/Upper Kirby | No tags |
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Compare 2 ways to go from San Marcos to Houston
Among the sustainable travel choices, the train stands out as a good way to reach Houston. The journey takes about 15 hours 37 minutes, and with fares starting at just $58, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.
| Average Price | Average Duration | CO₂ emissions | Actions | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Average Price$64 - $187 | Average Duration7h | 6kg CO₂e | ||
Train | Average Price$58 - $77 | Average Duration15h 37m | 23kg CO₂e |
Where are the popular stops in San Marcos and Houston?
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 Houston
- A
Hillcroft Ave & Southwest Freeway
6590 Southwest Fwy, Houston, TX 77074, USA - B
Downtown Greyhound Station
2121 Main St, Houston, TX 77002 - C
Harrisburg Greyhound Station
7000 Harrisburg Blvd, Houston, TX 77011, USA - D7011 Harrisburg Blvd, Houston, TX 77011, USA
- E
Clay St & Louisiana St
600-698 Clay St, Houston, TX 77002, USA - F
Lockwood Dr & Harvey Wilson Dr
820 Lockwood Dr, Houston, TX 77002, USA
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Frequently asked questions about travelling from San Marcos, TX, US to Houston, 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 Houston?
The cheapest bus tickets from San Marcos to Houston start from $64. The average price for this route is around $98. 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 Houston?
The average bus travel time from San Marcos to Houston is 7h, covering a distance of 256 km. The quickest bus can get you there in 9h 45m and is operated by FlixBus.
Which bus companies service the San Marcos to Houston route?
Several major bus companies operate on this route with 8 buses available per day, including services from FlixBus, Valley Transit.
What are the earliest and latest departure times for the bus from San Marcos to Houston?
The earliest bus departs from San Marcos to Houston at 8:40am. And the latest bus departs at 11:30pm.
What are the CO₂ emissions for the bus trip from San Marcos to Houston?
A bus trip from San Marcos to Houston generates an estimated 6 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 Houston?
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 11504 reviews.
Which bus company has the best Wi-Fi from San Marcos to Houston?
Based on Busbud reviews, the bus company FlixBus has the highest Wi-Fi rating with a score of 2.7.
Which bus company has the best on-time performance from San Marcos to Houston?
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 Houston?
According to Busbud traveller reviews, the bus company with the cleanest buses on this route is FlixBus, with a cleanliness rating of 4.1 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 Houston, US was searched and found on Dec 9, 2025 with a price of $102To 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 Houston, US, as early as possible.
You can expect to pay from $102 to $149 for a bus ticket from San Marcos, TX, US to Houston, US based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at $149 which is on 2025-12-11.
