Find coaches from San Marcos, TX, US to Houston, US

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Next departures from San Marcos to Houston on 1 November
Operated byVehicle typeDeparture timeDeparture locationTrip durationArrival timeArrival locationRecommendedPrice and booking link
FlixBus + Greyhound Lines, Inc.
San Marcos Station
Houston Bus StationCheapestFastest
Valley Transit + Greyhound Lines, Inc.
San Marcos Station
Houston Bus StationNo tags
FlixBus + Greyhound Lines Mexico
San Marcos Station
Houston Bus StationNo tags
FlixBus + Valley Transit
San Marcos Station
Downtown Gray & SmithNo tags
FlixBus + Valley Transit
San Marcos Station
Houston Uptown/Upper KirbyNo tags

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Compare 2 ways to travel from San Marcos to Houston

busbud logoWe recommend taking the train

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 US$41, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

1train per day
15h 37mAverage duration
249 kmDistance
23kgCO₂ emissions
Bus
Average priceUS$30 - US$124Average duration7h
6kg CO₂e
Train
Average priceUS$41 - US$54Average duration15h 37m
23kg CO₂e

Bus San Marcos, TX, US to Houston, US: Trip Overview

Average ticket priceUS$56
Average bus trip duration7h
Number of daily buses7
Earliest bus departure07:40
Distance255 km
Latest bus departure23:30

San Marcos to Houston Bus

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Frequently asked questions on the trip San Marcos, TX, US - Houston, US

  1. How much does a bus ticket from San Marcos to Houston cost?

    The bus ticket price from San Marcos to Houston starts at US$30. The best way to find cheap bus tickets from San Marcos to Houston is to book your tickets as early as possible. Prices tend to rise as your travel date approaches, so book in advance to secure the best prices!

  2. How long is the bus ride from San Marcos to Houston?

    The average travel time between San Marcos and Houston is around 7h, although the fastest bus will take about 4h. This is the time it takes to travel the 254 km that separates the two cities.

  3. How many daily bus connections are there between San Marcos and Houston?

    The number of buses from San Marcos to Houston can differ depending on the day of the week. On average, there are 7 on this route. Some buses run direct routes, while others have layovers. Simplify your bus trip from San Marcos to Houston by comparing and selecting the bus that fits your travel style and budget on Busbud.

  4. Which bus companies travel from San Marcos to Houston?

    When taking the bus from San Marcos to Houston, you can travel comfortably and safely with FlixBus, Valley Transit.

  5. What are the departure and arrival stations when taking the bus from San Marcos to Houston?

    Buses travelling between San Marcos and Houston leave from San Marcos Station or San Marcos Bus Stop (Victoria Secret) and arrive at Hillcroft Ave & Southwest Freeway, Downtown Greyhound Station, Harrisburg Greyhound Station.

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Price is for a one-way ticket for one passenger and based on past searches.

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29/10
US$81
30/10
US$133
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US$82
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04/11
US$48
05/11
US$49
busbud logoThe cheapest trip from San Marcos, TX, US to Houston, US was searched and found on 04 Nov 2025 with a price of US$48

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 Houston, US as early as possible.

You can expect to pay from US$48 to US$133 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 US$48, which is on 2025-11-04.

About Bus Travel

Bus Travel Tips

Make friends with the driver. They usually know a lot about your destination and may even recommend which side of the bus to sit on to get the best views on the road between San Marcos and Houston!

Much more than a mere vehicle taking you from San Marcos to Houston, riding the bus will expose you to some of the most stunning panoramas while enroute to your final bus stop.

Buses have the smallest carbon footprint of all motorized transport modes. A bus going from San Marcos to Houston will emit half the CO2 emitted by a train, and radically less than a car or an airplane.

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Did you know?

It takes 27 hours to go by bus from Lima to Cusco, one of the craziest bus trips on the world. This route is used daily by locals and backpackers.

9.2% of ground transportation in Europe is done by bus versus 7.4% by train.

Did you know there are on average 4,400 intercity bus departures every day in the US only? This number has been growing for 9 years in a row, yay!

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