Bus from San Marcos, TX, US to Dallas, TX: Tickets & Timetables

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Next departures from San Marcos to Dallas on 7 February
Operated byVehicle typeDeparture timeDeparture locationTrip durationArrival timeArrival locationRecommendedPrice and booking link
FlixBusBus
San Marcos Station
Downtown Dallas / Deep EllumCheapest
Tornado BusBus
Restaurant Mazatlan
Jefferson BdFastest
FlixBus + Valley Transit
Bus
San Marcos Station
Dallas Bus StationNo tags
Valley TransitBus
San Marcos Station
Dallas Bus StationNo tags
FlixBus + Greyhound Lines Mexico
Bus
San Marcos Station
Dallas Bus StationNo tags

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Compare 2 ways to travel from San Marcos to Dallas

We recommend taking the train

Among the sustainable travel choices, the Train stands out as a good way to reach Dallas. The journey takes about 7 hours 1 minute and with fares starting at just R 367, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

1train per day
7h 1mAverage duration
340 kmDistance
31kgCO₂ emissions
Average priceR 620 - R 1 969Average duration4h
8kg CO₂e
Average priceR 367 - R 1 124Average duration7h 1m
31kg CO₂e

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

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

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

    The cheapest bus tickets from San Marcos to Dallas start at R 620. The average price for this route is around R 1 580. Busbud recommends booking your tickets in advance for the best chance of getting the lowest possible price.

  2. How long is the bus journey from San Marcos to Dallas?

    The average bus journey time from San Marcos to Dallas is 4h, covering a distance of 338 km. The fastest bus gets you there in 3h 10m and is operated by Tornado Bus.

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

    Several major bus companies operate on this route with 30 buses available per day, including services from Tornado Bus, FlixBus, Valley Transit.

  4. What is the earliest and latest departure time for the bus from San Marcos to Dallas?

    The earliest bus departs from San Marcos to Dallas at 02:25. And the latest bus departs at 23:30.

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

    A bus trip from San Marcos to Dallas produces an estimated 8 kg of CO₂, making it a highly eco-friendly travel option and Busbud’s recommended way to travel.

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

    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.

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

    Based on reviews on Busbud, the bus company Tornado Bus has the best Wi-Fi rating with a score of 3.9.

  8. Which bus company offers the most punctual service from San Marcos to Dallas?

    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 Dallas?

    According to Busbud traveller reviews, the bus company with the cleanest buses on this route is Tornado Bus, with a cleanliness rating of 4.4 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
04/02
R 634
05/02
R 634
Today
R 700
07/02
R 600
08/02
R 617
09/02
R 600
10/02
R 567
11/02
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busbud logoThe cheapest trip from San Marcos, TX, US to Dallas, TX was searched and found on 10 Feb 2026 with a price of R 567

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 Dallas, TX as early as possible.

You can expect to pay from R 567 to R 1 500 for a bus ticket from San Marcos, TX, US to Dallas, TX based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at R 567, which is on 2026-02-10.

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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