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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 | New Orleans Bus Station | Cheapest | ||||
FlixBus + Greyhound Lines, Inc. | Bus | San Marcos Station | New Orleans Bus Station | Fastest | ||||
FlixBus + Greyhound Lines Mexico + Greyhound Lines, Inc. | Bus | San Marcos Station | New Orleans Bus Station | No tags | ||||
FlixBus + Greyhound Lines, Inc. | Bus | San Marcos Station | New Orleans Intl Airport, 900 Airline Dr | No tags |
Last refresh of the prices: 2026-01-28 CST.
Compare 2 ways to go from San Marcos to New Orleans
Among the sustainable travel choices, the Bus stands out as a good way to reach New Orleans. The journey takes about 16 hours 20 minutes, and with fares starting at just $141, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.
Where are the popular stops in San Marcos and New Orleans?
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 San Marcos, TX, US to New Orleans 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 New Orleans?
The cheapest bus tickets from San Marcos to New Orleans start from $141. The average price for this route is around $166. 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 New Orleans?
The average bus travel time from San Marcos to New Orleans is 16h 20m, covering a distance of 758 km. The quickest bus can get you there in 17h 20m and is operated by Valley Transit.
Which bus companies service the San Marcos to New Orleans route?
Several major bus companies operate on this route with 4 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 New Orleans?
The earliest bus departs from San Marcos to New Orleans at 8:40am. And the latest bus departs at 11:30pm.
What are the CO₂ emissions for the bus trip from San Marcos to New Orleans?
A bus trip from San Marcos to New Orleans generates an estimated 19 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 New Orleans?
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 12162 reviews.
Which bus company has the best Wi-Fi from San Marcos to New Orleans?
Based on Busbud reviews, the bus company Valley Transit has the highest Wi-Fi rating with a score of 2.8.
Which bus company has the best on-time performance from San Marcos to New Orleans?
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 New Orleans?
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 New Orleans was searched and found on Feb 9, 2026 with a price of $114To 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 New Orleans, as early as possible.
You can expect to pay from $114 to $198 for a bus ticket from San Marcos, TX, US to New Orleans based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at $114 which is on 2026-02-09.
