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| Operated by | Vehicle type | Departure time | Departure location | Trip duration | Arrival time | Arrival location | Recommended | Price and booking link |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
 | Bus | Downtown Austin | San Marcos Station | Cheapest | ||||
 | Bus | Austin, (TX - TBC Austin) | Restaurant Mazatlan | Fastest | ||||
 | Bus | Austin Eastside Bus Plaza | San Marcos Station | No tags | ||||
| Bus | Downtown Austin | San Marcos Station | No tags | ||||
 | Bus | Austin, (TX - TBC Austin) | Restaurant Mazatlan | No tags |
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Compare 2 ways to go from Austin to San Marcos
Among the sustainable travel choices, the train stands out as the good way to reach San Marcos. The journey takes about 43 minutes and with fares starting at just $12, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.
Where are the popular stops in Austin and San Marcos?
Stops in Austin
- A
Greyhound Station
916 E Koenig Ln, Austin, TX 78752, USA - B
Airport Blvd
2001 Airport Blvd, Austin, TX 78702, USA - C
Brazos St
35 Brazos St, Austin, TX 78701, USA - D
Ben White Bd & I-35
711 E Ben White Blvd, Austin, TX 78704, USA
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 traveling from Austin, TX, US to San Marcos, TX, 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 Austin to San Marcos?
The cheapest bus tickets from Austin to San Marcos start from $14. The average price for this route is around $85. 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 Austin to San Marcos?
The average bus trip duration from Austin to San Marcos is 35m, covering a distance of 30 miles (48 km). The quickest bus can get you there in 20m and is operated by Tornado Bus.
Which bus companies service the Austin to San Marcos route?
Several major bus companies operate on this route with 16 buses available per day, including services from Tornado Bus, FlixBus, Valley Transit, RedCoach.
What is the earliest and latest departure time for the bus from Austin to San Marcos?
The earliest bus departs from Austin to San Marcos at 10:30am. And the latest bus departs at 11:25pm.
What are the CO₂ emissions for the bus trip from Austin to San Marcos?
A bus trip from Austin to San Marcos generates an estimated 1 kg of CO₂, making it a highly eco-friendly travel option and recommended mode of travel by Busbud.
What is the best bus company from Austin to San Marcos?
According to Busbud customers, the highest-rated bus company on this route is RedCoach, with an average rating of 4.0 out of 5 stars based on 4073 reviews.
Which bus company has the best Wi-Fi from Austin to San Marcos?
Based on reviews on Busbud, the bus company RedCoach has the best Wi-Fi rating with a score of 3.9.
Which bus company has the most timely service from Austin to San Marcos?
According to Busbud traveller reviews, the most timely 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 Austin to San Marcos?
According to Busbud traveller reviews, the bus company with the cleanest buses on this route is RedCoach, 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.
The cheapest trip from Austin, TX, US to San Marcos, TX, US was searched and found on Dec 3, 2025 with a price of $6To save money and be sure you have the best seat, it's a good idea to buy your bus tickets from Austin, TX, US to San Marcos, TX, US, as early as possible.
You can expect to pay from $6 to $90 for a bus ticket from Austin, TX, US to San Marcos, TX, US based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at $6 which is on 2025-12-03.
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.
