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  • This trip is recommended because it is: Cheapest
    Departure time: April 27 at
    Departure city: Houston
    Departure location: The Woodlands - 1201 Lake Woodlands Dr.
    Arrival time: April 27 at
    Destination city: San Marcos
    Destination location: San Marcos Station
    Operated by: FlixBusFlixBus
    Vehicle: BusDuration:
    $60
  • This trip is recommended because it is: 2nd Cheapest + Fastest
    Departure time: April 27 at
    Departure city: Houston
    Departure location: The Woodlands - 1201 Lake Woodlands Dr.
    Arrival time: April 27 at
    Destination city: San Marcos
    Destination location: San Marcos Station
    Operated by: FlixBusFlixBus
    Vehicle: BusDuration:
    $60
Bus Houston to San Marcos: Trip Overview

Bus Houston to San Marcos: Trip Overview

Average ticket price$55
Average bus trip duration8h 55m
Number of daily buses3
Earliest bus departure2:00 AM
Distance159 miles (255 km)
Latest bus departure2:20 PM

Houston to San Marcos Buses

Information on this bus route

Daily Departures3
Earliest and Latest Bus Departures2:00AM - 2:20PM
Minimum Price$43
Average Ticket Price$55
Minimum Trip Duration5h35m
Average Bus Trip Duration8h55m
Distance159 miles (255 km)
Bus Companies on This RouteFlixBus, Greyhound, Megabus
Frequently Asked Questions

Frequently asked questions for your trip Houston - San Marcos

Taking the bus is the best way to travel to San Marcos without a car. The bus provides a cost-effective, safe, and easy way to travel between the two cities. Taking a ride with other travelers through carpool services is an additional option to consider.

Traveling from Houston to San Marcos takes about 8h 55m on average, although the minimum time it takes to get there is 5h 35m with the fastest bus. This is the time it takes to travel the 158 miles (254 km) that separate the two cities.

Houston and San Marcos are 158 miles (254 km) apart.

About 3 buses travel this route daily, provided by FlixBus, Greyhound and Megabus. Depending on the day of the week, the number of buses available from Houston to San Marcos may vary. Want to make your bus journey from Houston to San Marcos as easy as possible? Busbud has got you covered! Browse schedules, pick the perfect bus for your travel style and budget - all in one place.

The bus service operates from 2:00 AM for the initial departure and runs until 2:20 PM for the final departure.

The majority of buses traveling from Houston to San Marcos start their journey at Downtown Greyhound Station and wind up at San Marcos Station. These are the most popular departure and arrival locations on this route, there are other pick-up and drop-off locations that could make it easier for you to reach your destination.

You can save a lot of money on your trip from Houston to San Marcos by choosing to travel by bus. $43 is the starting point for the cost-effective bus ride to San Marcos from Houston.

The bus ticket costs $55 on average. In the past 30 days, prices have fluctuated between $43 and $131, so it's best to compare them to make sure you get the best deal.

Certainly! You can indeed opt for an overnight bus from Houston to San Marcos. Remember to bring along essentials like a blanket and some snacks to ensure a cozy and convenient journey.

About Bus Travel

Bus Travel Tips

Meet and talk to locals at the bus stations while traveling from Houston to San Marcos.There is no better way to get inside travel information while exploring a new city than to go straight to its people.

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

Buses have one of the smallest carbon footprints of motorized transport modes. A bus going from Houston to San Marcos will emit less CO2 than a car or an airplane.

Tune out to the fine sounds of your best music playlist on your bus trip from Houston to San Marcos while indulging in miles on end of beautiful scenic views.

Did you know?

The Superbus, created by a Dutch engineer is the world's fastest bus with 250 km/h. Too bad it's only a prototype for now.

The average number of passengers on a coach bus is 32 meaning that a bus could replace a minimum of at least 30 cars!

Did you know that 80% of the buses in North America are equipped with WiFi and power outlets ? And 60% of bus travelers have used their electronic device on board during 2014.

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