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Cheap buses leaving Sunday

One passenger / one way

3:25PM
1h25m
4:50PM
San Marcos - San Marcos Station
Cheapest
San Antonio - Greyhound Station San Antonio, Texas
Cheapest
9:40PM
1h5m
10:45PM
San Marcos - San Marcos Station
2nd Cheapest
San Antonio - Greyhound Station San Antonio, Texas
2nd Cheapest
9:40PM
50m
10:30PM
San Marcos - San Marcos Station
Fastest
San Antonio - Pearl District
Fastest
11:15PM
1h5m
12:20AM
San Marcos - San Marcos Station
San Antonio - Greyhound Station San Antonio, Texas
3:25PM
1h10m
4:35PM
San Marcos - San Marcos Station
San Antonio - Pearl District
Bus San Marcos to San Antonio: Trip Overview

Bus San Marcos to San Antonio: Trip Overview

Average ticket price$25
Average bus trip duration1h 5m
Number of daily buses6
Earliest bus departure3:20 PM
Distance46 miles (73 km)
Latest bus departure11:15 PM

San Marcos to San Antonio Buses

Information on this bus route

Daily Departures6
Earliest and Latest Bus Departures3:20PM - 11:15PM
Minimum Price$14
Average Ticket Price$25
Minimum Trip Duration50m
Average Bus Trip Duration1h5m
Distance46 miles (73 km)
Bus Companies on This RouteFlixBus
Frequently Asked Questions

Frequently asked questions for your trip San Marcos - San Antonio

You can travel between these two cities by bus or train. Both are convenient and eco-friendly ways to travel to San Antonio. Another option is using carpool services and riding with fellow travelers.

The average travel time from San Marcos to San Antonio is about 1h 5m, but the quickest bus can get you there in about 50m. This is the time it takes to travel the 42 miles (67 km) that separate the two cities.

The distance between the two cities is 42 miles (67 km).

On average, there are 6 daily departures on this route, offered by FlixBus. The number of buses from San Marcos to San Antonio can differ depending on the day of the week. Simplify your trip from San Marcos to San Antonio by checking the schedules and selecting the bus that fits your travel needs and budget on Busbud.

The first bus leaves at 3:20 PM and the last one leaves at 11:15 PM.

The majority of buses traveling from San Marcos to San Antonio start their journey at San Marcos Station and wind up at Greyhound Station San Antonio, Texas. These are the primary departure and arrival locations on this route, but you can find others that could fit better into your travel plans.

The average bus ticket price from San Marcos to San Antonio is $25. In the last 30 days, the prices ranged from $25 to $36, so it's good to do your research before booking.

Yes, you can do a day trip from San Marcos to San Antonio. The total travel time for the round-trip is about 1h 40m. This allows for plenty of time to explore the sights in San Antonio before returning to San Marcos in the evening.

Once in San Antonio, you can start exploring the city and discover its surroundings. The top sights and things to do are McNay Art Museum, Ruby City, River Walk, Natural Bridge Caverns and Ranger Creek Brewing & Distilling Tour.

About Bus Travel

Bus Travel Tips

If you're abroad, study some local language. Not only could it get you out of a pickle during your bus trip from San Marcos to San Antonio but it'll also be endearing to native speakers who will surely appreciate your effort.

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

Taking the bus creates the smallest carbon footprint compared to other modes of transport. Not to mention that buses will allow you to discover scenic gems from San Marcos to San Antonio that are otherwise impossible to come by with a plane.

Create your own real life musical score by curating a personalized bus travel playlist - the perfect accompaniment to your bus ride from San Marcos to San Antonio.

Did you know?

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 some bus companies in Germany offer to their passenger low-costs snacks and regional beer based on their destination? Prosit!

One of the longest bus route in the world goes all the way from Ontario to Alberta in Canada (with the same bus). This trip is 3,435 km or 2,135 miles long and the price is a bit under $100.

Will you be returning to San Marcos by bus?

Bus from San Antonio to San Marcos

You can also go to San Antonio by train

Train from San Marcos to San Antonio

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