What is the travel distance from San Marcos to San Antonio?

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

What are the departure and arrival stations when taking the bus from San Marcos to San Antonio?

The majority of buses traveling from San Marcos to San Antonio start their journey at San Marcos Station and wind up at Tornado I-35. These are the primary departure and arrival locations on this route, but you can find others that could fit better into your travel plans.

What are the best sights and things to do in San Antonio?

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.

Bus San Marcos to San Antonio from $7 | Refundable Tickets

Next bus departures

Next departures for San Marcos to San Antonio on November 15
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Bus	8:20pm	San Marcos Station	1h 5m	9:25pm	San Antonio Bus Station	Cheapest
Bus	8:20pm	San Marcos Station	50m	9:10pm	Pearl District	Fastest
Bus	11:59am	San Marcos Station	56m	12:55pm	San Antonio Bus Station	No tags
Bus	2:45pm	San Marcos Station	1h 25m	4:10pm	San Antonio Bus Station	No tags
Bus	11:40pm	Restaurant Mazatlan	50m	12:30am	Tornado I-35	No tags

Next departures for San Marcos to San Antonio on November 16
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Bus	8:20pm	San Marcos Station	1h 5m	9:25pm	San Antonio Bus Station	Cheapest
Bus	8:20pm	San Marcos Station	50m	9:10pm	Pearl District	Fastest
Bus	11:59am	San Marcos Station	56m	12:55pm	San Antonio Bus Station	No tags
Bus	2:45pm	San Marcos Station	1h 25m	4:10pm	San Antonio Bus Station	No tags
Bus	11:40pm	Restaurant Mazatlan	50m	12:30am	Tornado I-35	No tags

Next departures for San Marcos to San Antonio on November 17
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Bus	10:35pm	San Marcos Station	1h 5m	11:40pm	San Antonio Bus Station	Cheapest
Bus	10:35pm	San Marcos Station	50m	11:25pm	Pearl District	Fastest
Bus	11:59am	San Marcos Station	56m	12:55pm	San Antonio Bus Station	No tags
Bus	2:45pm	San Marcos Station	1h 25m	4:10pm	San Antonio Bus Station	No tags
Bus	11:40pm	Restaurant Mazatlan	50m	12:30am	Tornado I-35	No tags

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Compare 2 ways to go from San Marcos to San Antonio

We recommend taking the train

Among the sustainable travel choices, the train stands out as the good way to reach San Antonio. The journey takes about 2 hours 43 minutes and with fares starting at just $12, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

1train per day

2h 43mAverage Duration

46 milesDistance

7kgCO₂ emissions

	Average Price	Average Duration	CO₂ emissions	Actions
Bus	Average Price$15 - $85	Average Duration1h	CO₂ emissions 2kg CO₂e
Train	Average Price$12 - $14	Average Duration2h 43m	CO₂ emissions 7kg CO₂e

Compare bus companies

Tornado Bus

3/5155 reviews

Staff4.5

Timeliness3.2

Cleanliness4.5

Wifi3.7

A Texas-based company, Tornado Bus operates throughout the United States, with routes connecting major cities, including Houston, San Antonio and El Paso. Each day,9 buses leave from their terminals to destinations across the continent. Their buses are equipped with free Wi-Fi, air conditioning, bathrooms, power outlets and a comfortable amount of legroom. With prices as low as $85 for a short ride, Tornado offers options for budget travelers, without compromising comfort. and those looking for a little luxury. The company requires printed tickets for boarding and their tickets are non-refundable, but you can exchange them up to two hours before travel time for a fee. With a friendly staff and multiple routes, traveling with Tornado is a convenient way to get around.

FlixBus

3.5/511,314 reviews

Staff4.1

Timeliness3.9

Cleanliness4.1

Wifi2.7

Flixbus is a European bus operator that offers intercity and bus travel in over 38 countries. Known for their easy-to-spot lime green buses and for offering affordable transportation between cities in Europe and the Americas, Flixbus is a good option for those looking for an affordable, reliable bus company. In their buses, you'll find free WiFi, bathrooms, and power outlets. You can also pay extra to choose your seat and get extra legroom, or even buy a snack or drink onboard directly from the driver. You can reschedule your ticket for a small fee, which varies from $1 to $5, depending on how close you are to the departure date.

Valley Transit

3/533 reviews

Staff3.8

Timeliness3.4

Cleanliness2.9

Wifi2.3

US bus companies: FlixBus, BlaBlaCar Bus, ALSA, Greyhound, Intercape, Trenitalia, Sindbad

Where are the popular stops in San Marcos and San Antonio?

Stops in San Marcos

A - San Marcos Station

B - San Marcos Bus Stop (Victoria Secret)

C - San Marcos Bus Stop

Stops in San Antonio

A - Tornado I-35

B - San Antonio Bus Station

C - San Antonio, TX

D - 4407 S PanAm Expy #101

Frequently asked questions about traveling from San Marcos, TX, US to San Antonio, US by bus

What is the travel distance from San Marcos to San Antonio?
What are the departure and arrival stations when taking the bus from San Marcos to San Antonio?
What are the best sights and things to do in San Antonio?

Find cheapest prices for buses

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

Best price found

11/12

$10

11/13

$10

Today

$10

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$9

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$9

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$9

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The cheapest trip from San Marcos, TX, US to San Antonio, US was searched and found on Nov 15, 2025 with a price of $9

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 San Antonio, US, as early as possible.

You can expect to pay from $9 to $80 for a bus ticket from San Marcos, TX, US to San Antonio, US based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at $9 which is on 2025-11-15.

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.