How much is the bus ticket from Chicago to San Marcos?

The cheapest coach tickets from Chicago to San Marcos start from £98. The average price for this route is around £190. Busbud recommends that you book your tickets in advance for a better chance to get the lowest possible price.

How long is the bus journey from Chicago to San Marcos?

The average bus journey time from Chicago to San Marcos is 1d 2h, covering a distance of 1007 miles. The fastest bus can take you there in 21h 30m and is operated by Tornado Bus .

Which bus companies service the Chicago to San Marcos route?

Several major bus companies operate on this route with 21 buses available per day, including services from Tornado Bus , Greyhound , FlixBus .

What is the earliest and latest departure time for the bus from Chicago to San Marcos?

The earliest bus departs from Chicago to San Marcos at 05:25. And the latest bus departs at 23:50.

What are the CO₂ emissions for the bus trip from Chicago to San Marcos?

A bus journey from Chicago to San Marcos produces an estimated 41 kg of CO₂, making it a highly eco-friendly choice and a mode of travel recommended by Busbud.

Which is the best bus company from Chicago to San Marcos?

According to Busbud customers, the highest-rated bus company on this route is Greyhound , with an average rating of 3.5 out of 5 stars based on 87412 reviews.

Which company has the best Wi-Fi from Chicago to San Marcos?

Based on Busbud reviews, the bus company Tornado Bus has the best Wi-Fi rating with a score of 3.8.

Which bus company offers the most punctual service from Chicago 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 Chicago to San Marcos?

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.

Bus Chicago to San Marcos from £204 | Refundable Tickets

Next bus departures

Next departures from Chicago to San Marcos on 6 December
Operated by	Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended	Price and booking link
Greyhound Lines, Inc. + Greyhound Lines Mexico + FlixBus	Bus	22:30	Downtown Greyhound Station	1d 10h	08:35	San Marcos Station	CheapestFastest
FlixBus + Greyhound Lines, Inc. + Valley Transit	Bus	23:50	Chicago 95Th & Dan Ryan	1d 12h	11:59	San Marcos Station	No tags

Next departures from Chicago to San Marcos on 7 December
Operated by	Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
FlixBus + Greyhound Lines, Inc. + Greyhound Lines Mexico	Bus	19:25	Chicago 95Th & Dan Ryan	1d 13h	08:35	San Marcos Station	Cheapest
FlixBus + Greyhound Lines, Inc. + Valley Transit	Bus	10:10	Chicago 95Th & Dan Ryan	1d 1h	11:59	San Marcos Station	Fastest
FlixBus + Greyhound Lines, Inc. + Valley Transit	Bus	09:45	Downtown Greyhound Station	1d 2h	11:59	San Marcos Station	No tags
Greyhound Lines, Inc. + Greyhound Lines Mexico + FlixBus	Bus	22:30	Downtown Greyhound Station	1d 10h	08:35	San Marcos Station	No tags
Greyhound Lines, Inc. + Valley Transit	Bus	10:00	537-517 W. Jackson Blvd	1d 9h	19:05	San Marcos Station	No tags

Next departures from Chicago to San Marcos on 8 December
Operated by	Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
FlixBus + Greyhound Lines, Inc. + Valley Transit	Bus	05:45	Chicago 95Th & Dan Ryan	1d 6h	11:59	San Marcos Station	Cheapest
Tornado Bus + Expreso	Bus	14:00	Chicago, IL	21h 20m	11:20	Restaurant Mazatlan	Fastest
FlixBus + Greyhound Lines, Inc. + Valley Transit	Bus	09:45	Downtown Greyhound Station	1d 2h	11:59	San Marcos Station	No tags
Greyhound Lines, Inc. + Greyhound Lines Mexico + FlixBus	Bus	22:30	Downtown Greyhound Station	1d 9h	07:40	San Marcos Station	No tags
Greyhound Lines, Inc. + Valley Transit	Bus	10:00	537-517 W. Jackson Blvd	1d 9h	19:05	San Marcos Station	No tags

Next departures from Chicago to San Marcos on 9 December
Operated by	Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
FlixBus + Greyhound Lines, Inc. + Greyhound Lines Mexico	Bus	19:25	Chicago 95Th & Dan Ryan	1d 12h	07:40	San Marcos Station	Cheapest
Tornado Bus + Expreso	Bus	14:00	Chicago, IL	21h 20m	11:20	Restaurant Mazatlan	Fastest
Greyhound Lines, Inc. + Valley Transit	Bus	06:10	Downtown Greyhound Station	1d 5h	11:59	San Marcos Station	No tags
Greyhound Lines, Inc. + Greyhound Lines Mexico + FlixBus	Bus	22:30	Downtown Greyhound Station	1d 9h	07:40	San Marcos Station	No tags
FlixBus + Greyhound Lines, Inc. + Valley Transit	Bus	05:25	Chicago 95Th & Dan Ryan	1d 6h	11:59	San Marcos Station	No tags

Next departures from Chicago to San Marcos on 10 December
Operated by	Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
FlixBus + Greyhound Lines, Inc. + Greyhound Lines Mexico	Bus	19:25	Chicago 95Th & Dan Ryan	1d 12h	07:40	San Marcos Station	Cheapest
Tornado Bus + Expreso	Bus	14:00	Chicago, IL	21h 20m	11:20	Restaurant Mazatlan	Fastest
Greyhound Lines, Inc. + Valley Transit	Bus	06:10	Downtown Greyhound Station	1d 5h	11:59	San Marcos Station	No tags
Greyhound Lines, Inc. + Greyhound Lines Mexico + FlixBus	Bus	22:30	Downtown Greyhound Station	1d 9h	07:40	San Marcos Station	No tags
FlixBus + Greyhound Lines, Inc. + Valley Transit	Bus	23:50	Chicago 95Th & Dan Ryan	1d 12h	11:59	San Marcos Station	No tags

Next departures from Chicago to San Marcos on 12 December
Operated by	Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
FlixBus + Greyhound Lines, Inc. + Greyhound Lines Mexico	Bus	19:25	Chicago 95Th & Dan Ryan	1d 12h	07:40	San Marcos Station	Cheapest
Tornado Bus + Expreso	Bus	10:00	West Chicago, (IL - Rapid Net Cafe Internet)	1d 1h	11:20	Restaurant Mazatlan	Fastest
Greyhound Lines, Inc. + Valley Transit	Bus	06:10	Downtown Greyhound Station	1d 5h	11:59	San Marcos Station	No tags
Greyhound Lines, Inc. + Greyhound Lines Mexico + FlixBus	Bus	22:30	Downtown Greyhound Station	1d 9h	07:40	San Marcos Station	No tags
FlixBus + Greyhound Lines, Inc. + Valley Transit	Bus	05:25	Chicago 95Th & Dan Ryan	1d 6h	11:59	San Marcos Station	No tags

Last refresh of the prices: Last Thursday at 21:37 CST.

Compare 2 ways to travel from Chicago to San Marcos

We recommend taking the bus

Among the sustainable travel choices, the bus stands out as a good way to reach San Marcos. The journey takes about 1 day, 2 hours 14 minutes and with fares starting at just £98, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

21bus per day

1d 2hAverage duration

1007 milesDistance

41kgCO₂ emissions

	Average price	Average duration	CO₂ emissions	Actions
Bus	Average price£98 - £336	Average duration1d 2h	CO₂ emissions 41kg CO₂e
Train	Average price£108 - £708	Average duration1d 9h	CO₂ emissions 148kg CO₂e

Where are the popular stops in Chicago and San Marcos?

Stops in Chicago

A
Downtown Greyhound Station
630 W Harrison St, Chicago, IL 60607, USA
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B
Chicago O'Hare International Airport
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C
Polk St & Canal St
500-536 W Polk St, Chicago IL 60607, USA
D
Tornado Bus S Kedzie Ave
2807 S Kedzie Ave, Chicago, IL 60623, USA
E
Cumberland CTA
5800 N Cumberland Ave, Chicago, IL 60631, USA
F
Turimex California Ave
2139 S California Ave, Chicago, IL 60608, USA

Stops in San Marcos

A
San Marcos Station
338 S Guadalupe St, San Marcos, TX 78666, USA
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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

Compare bus companies

Tornado Bus

3/5158 reviews

Staff4.5

Timeliness3.2

Cleanliness4.5

WiFi3.8

Greyhound

3.5/587,417 reviews

Staff3.6

Timeliness2.9

Cleanliness3.3

WiFi2.4

FlixBus

3.5/511,542 reviews

Staff4.2

Timeliness3.9

Cleanliness4.1

WiFi2.7

US Bus Companies: FlixBus, BlaBlaCar Bus, ALSA, Greyhound, Intercape, Trenitalia, Big Sky

Frequently asked questions about travelling by bus from Chicago to San Marcos, TX, US

Please note that timetables, routes, or operator details shown here may be updated or vary at the time of your journey.

How much is the bus ticket from Chicago to San Marcos?
The cheapest coach tickets from Chicago to San Marcos start from £98. The average price for this route is around £190. Busbud recommends that you book your tickets in advance for a better chance to get the lowest possible price.
How long is the bus journey from Chicago to San Marcos?
The average bus journey time from Chicago to San Marcos is 1d 2h, covering a distance of 1007 miles. The fastest bus can take you there in 21h 30m and is operated by Tornado Bus.
Which bus companies service the Chicago to San Marcos route?
Several major bus companies operate on this route with 21 buses available per day, including services from Tornado Bus, Greyhound, FlixBus.
What is the earliest and latest departure time for the bus from Chicago to San Marcos?
The earliest bus departs from Chicago to San Marcos at 05:25. And the latest bus departs at 23:50.
What are the CO₂ emissions for the bus trip from Chicago to San Marcos?
A bus journey from Chicago to San Marcos produces an estimated 41 kg of CO₂, making it a highly eco-friendly choice and a mode of travel recommended by Busbud.
Which is the best bus company from Chicago to San Marcos?
According to Busbud customers, the highest-rated bus company on this route is Greyhound, with an average rating of 3.5 out of 5 stars based on 87412 reviews.
Which company has the best Wi-Fi from Chicago to San Marcos?
Based on Busbud reviews, the bus company Tornado Bus has the best Wi-Fi rating with a score of 3.8.
Which bus company offers the most punctual service from Chicago 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 Chicago to San Marcos?
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

04/12

£208

05/12

£204

Today

£204

07/12

£216

08/12

£204

09/12

£204

10/12

£204

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The cheapest trip from Chicago to San Marcos, TX, US was searched and found on 5 Dec 2025 with a price of £204

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

You can expect to pay from £204 to £216 for a bus ticket from Chicago to San Marcos, TX, US based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at £204, which is on 2025-12-08.