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Compare all timetables for the bus from Durham, NC to San Marcos, TX

Here is a selection of the cheapest bus trips from the schedule from Durham, NC to San Marcos, TX from various bus operators like FlixBus or Greyhound US for the next days.

today
$213
tomorrow
Thursday
Friday
$215
Saturday
$218
Sunday
Monday
$211

Cheapest bus trips today

Mode of Transport BertCompanyCountOneCompanyName Duration Departure time From Departure Arrival time To Destination Logo Seat classes Price
Greyhound US 39h 50m 4:20 PM Durham, NC Chapel Hill and Willard St 7:10 AM San Marcos, TX Bus Station  Economy $213
FlixBus 34h 14m 2:45 AM Durham, NC Chapel Hill and Willard St 11:59 AM San Marcos, TX Bus Station  Economy $214
FlixBus 35h 35m 8:30 AM Durham, NC Chapel Hill and Willard St 7:05 PM San Marcos, TX Bus Station  Economy $215
  • Did you know that if you travel from Durham, NC to San Marcos, TX via Austin, you can save more than $72? You can find the corresponding connections below.
    • Greyhound US
      35h 24m
      0
      1:35 AM
      Durham, NC
      Exxon
      11:00 AM
      Austin
      5119 Eastside Bus Plaza
      0
      Greyhound US
      Economy
      $131
      • Waiting Time 0h 15m
    • FlixBus
      0h 44m
      0
      11:15 AM
      Austin
      5119 Eastside Bus Plaza
      11:59 AM
      San Marcos, TX
      Bus Station
      0
      FlixBus
      Economy
      $10
    Travel time is 2h 10m longer, but you will save $72

Cheapest bus trips Friday

Mode of Transport BertCompanyCountOneCompanyName Duration Departure time From Departure Arrival time To Destination Logo Seat classes Price
FlixBus 35h 5m 10:05 PM Durham, NC Chapel Hill and Willard St 7:10 AM San Marcos, TX Bus Station  Economy $215
Greyhound US 35h 24m 1:35 AM Durham, NC Chapel Hill and Willard St 11:59 AM San Marcos, TX Bus Station  Economy $216
FlixBus 35h 35m 8:30 AM Durham, NC Chapel Hill and Willard St 7:05 PM San Marcos, TX Bus Station  Economy $217
  • Did you know that if you travel from Durham, NC to San Marcos, TX via Austin, you can save more than $76? You can find the corresponding connections below.
    • FlixBus
      41h 55m
      0
      10:05 PM
      Durham, NC
      Chapel Hill and Willard St
      3:25 AM
      Austin
      5119 Eastside Bus Plaza
      0
      FlixBus
      Economy
      $132
      • Waiting Time 10h 35m
    • FlixBus
      1h 0m
      0
      2:00 PM
      Austin
      RedCoach Stop
      3:00 PM
      San Marcos, TX
      Bus Station
      0
      FlixBus
      Economy
      $6
    Travel time is 8h 50m longer, but you will save $76

Cheapest bus trips Saturday

Mode of Transport BertCompanyCountOneCompanyName Duration Departure time From Departure Arrival time To Destination Logo Seat classes Price
FlixBus 35h 14m 2:45 AM Durham, NC Exxon 11:59 AM San Marcos, TX Bus Station  Economy $218
FlixBus 36h 30m 10:05 PM Durham, NC Exxon 8:35 AM San Marcos, TX Bus Station  Economy $218
FlixBus 36h 35m 8:30 AM Durham, NC Exxon 7:05 PM San Marcos, TX Bus Station  Economy $219
  • Did you know that if you travel from Durham, NC to San Marcos, TX via Austin, you can save more than $81? You can find the corresponding connections below.
    • Greyhound US
      49h 40m
      0
      2:20 PM
      Durham, NC
      Chapel Hill and Willard St
      11:25 PM
      Austin
      RedCoach Stop
      0
      Greyhound US
      Economy
      $130
      • Waiting Time 14h 35m
    • FlixBus
      1h 0m
      0
      2:00 PM
      Austin
      RedCoach Stop
      3:00 PM
      San Marcos, TX
      Bus Station
      0
      FlixBus
      Economy
      $6
    Travel time is 16h 26m longer, but you will save $81

Cheapest bus trips Monday

Mode of Transport BertCompanyCountOneCompanyName Duration Departure time From Departure Arrival time To Destination Logo Seat classes Price
FlixBus 34h 14m 2:45 AM Durham, NC Chapel Hill and Willard St 11:59 AM San Marcos, TX Bus Station  Economy $211
FlixBus 34h 5m 10:05 PM Durham, NC Chapel Hill and Willard St 7:10 AM San Marcos, TX Bus Station  Economy $214
FlixBus 35h 35m 8:30 AM Durham, NC Chapel Hill and Willard St 7:05 PM San Marcos, TX Bus Station  Economy $220
  • Did you know that if you travel from Durham, NC to San Marcos, TX via Austin, you can save more than $72? You can find the corresponding connections below.
    • FlixBus
      41h 55m
      0
      10:05 PM
      Durham, NC
      Chapel Hill and Willard St
      3:25 AM
      Austin
      5119 Eastside Bus Plaza
      0
      FlixBus
      Economy
      $132
      • Waiting Time 10h 35m
    • FlixBus
      1h 0m
      0
      2:00 PM
      Austin
      RedCoach Stop
      3:00 PM
      San Marcos, TX
      Bus Station
      0
      FlixBus
      Economy
      $6
    Travel time is 8h 50m longer, but you will save $72

Best Price Offer: The price for the cheapest bus from Durham, NC to San Marcos, TX is $208 on 11/5/2026. Flexible travelers save on ticket prices.


Frequency of bus connections between Durham, NC and San Marcos, TX

See here how frequent the connections between Durham, NC and San Marcos, TX are, during different times and days of the week.
Friday is the busiest day, with more than 6 daily buses from Durham, NC to San Marcos, TX. Monday has instead the fewest connections, with only 3 daily coaches between Durham, NC and San Marcos, TX.
The busiest time of the day is the Morning, with 5 buses from Durham, NC to San Marcos, TX, while Afternoon sees the fewest connections between Durham, NC and San Marcos, TX, with 1 offers.

Facts about the bus from Durham, NC to San Marcos, TX

Compare all providers like FlixBus and Greyhound US that travel 3 times every day by bus from Durham, NC to San Marcos, TX in one click! Book your bus ticket from Durham, NC to San Marcos, TX starting from $208!

Cheapest Bus $208
Fastest Bus 33h 5m
Earliest Bus 2:45 AM
Latest Bus 10:05 PM
Daily Bus Routes 3 Ø
Distance 1,179.6 miles
Bus Companies FlixBus and Greyhound US

Cheapest bus connections from Durham, NC to San Marcos, TX

Every day, 3 buses from 2 bus companies leave Durham, NC for San Marcos, TX: in the table below, you will find the cheapest prices for a bus ticket for this route, starting from 10/27/2026 and for the following days.

Sunday
Monday
Tuesday
Wednesday
Thursday
Friday
Saturday
Sunday 10/25
Monday 10/26
Tuesday 10/27
$213
Wednesday 10/28
Thursday 10/29
Friday 10/30
$219
Saturday 10/31
$218
Sunday 11/01
Monday 11/02
$211
Tuesday 11/03
$211
Wednesday 11/04
$211
Thursday 11/05
$208
Friday 11/06
$215
Saturday 11/07
$212
Sunday 11/08
Monday 11/09
$212
Tuesday 11/10
$209
Wednesday 11/11
$213
Thursday 11/12
$212
Friday 11/13
Saturday 11/14
$212
Sunday 11/15
Monday 11/16
$211
Tuesday 11/17
Wednesday 11/18
$211
Thursday 11/19
Friday 11/20
$213
Saturday 11/21

The cheapest time to travel from Durham, NC to San Marcos, TX

See here on which day and which time of the day you can find the cheapest bus ticket from Durham, NC to San Marcos, TX, for the next 30 days.
With a price starting from $209, Tuesday is the cheapest day for a bus from Durham, NC to San Marcos, TX. Friday instead is the most expensive day with prices starting from $213.
Night is the cheapest day time for bus tickets from Durham, NC to San Marcos, TX, with $208. Morning is the most expensive time of the day with prices starting from $215.

How to save money travelling from Durham, NC to San Marcos, TX

Travel can be expensive, but it doesn't need to be! Do you want to avoid paying a terrible price for your trip? Then follow these quick steps to save money:

Book the ticket from Durham, NC to San Marcos, TX in advance! The earlier you book, the cheaper usually the price is. Also, you will be sure to have a place on the bus from Durham, NC to San Marcos, TX, compared instead if you buy it at the last moment, or directly at the station.

If you can, avoid travelling at peak times. Instead of weekend, try travelling during the week. Travelling in the evening or at night it’s also cheaper, and later buses from Durham, NC to San Marcos, TX are also emptier.

All bus stations and stops in Durham, NC and San Marcos, TX

In the map below, you can see where to find all bus stations in Durham, NC and San Marcos, TX.

Service and Comfort on the bus from Durham, NC to San Marcos, TX

Want to know which seat classes are available on the buses from Durham, NC to San Marcos, TX? Or which bus companies serve the route Durham, NC to San Marcos, TX? Below you will find answers to your questions.

FAQs about the Durham, NC to San Marcos, TX bus

How much does a Durham, NC San Marcos, TX bus trip cost?

This depends on, among other things, the day and time of travel. The cheapest trip is available from $208 and takes 33h 14m to reach San Marcos, TX. Compare offers to save money!

How much could I save by comparing buses from Durham, NC to San Marcos, TX?

This route is offered by 2 companies with a range of ticket prices between $208 and $221. Thus, we recommend booking your ticket as early as possible to make sure you get the cheapest bus ticket to San Marcos, TX.

On average, how many connections are available from Durham, NC to San Marcos, TX each day?

Every day, the Durham, NC to San Marcos, TX bus route is served by approximately 3 connections. With our search, you can compare bus times to find the perfect trip.

How long does a bus journey from Durham, NC to San Marcos, TX take?

The fastest bus from Durham, NC to San Marcos, TX is offered by FlixBus and takes 33h 5m. Bus tickets for this connection cost $215. In this context, bear in mind that the journey can take longer due to traffic.

What time is the first bus from Durham, NC to San Marcos, TX?

The earliest bus arriving in San Marcos, TX from Durham, NC starts at 2:45 AM. However, information regarding departure times may differ on weekends and holidays. Simply use our search to find exact times for your planned travel date.

What time is the last bus from Durham, NC to San Marcos, TX?

The latest bus trip departing from Durham, NC for San Marcos, TX starts at 10:05 PM. Please note that departure times may differ on weekends and holidays. So just use our search to find the exact times for your planned travel date.

Which bus companies operate the Durham, NC San Marcos, TX route?

When traveling by bus from Durham, NC to San Marcos, TX, passengers can travel with FlixBus and Greyhound US. With our search, you can compare all available bus tickets to book the one that works for you.

Is there a direct bus between Durham, NC and San Marcos, TX?

You can check all the direct connections between Durham, NC and San Marcos, TX by using our search and looking at the Changes section in our filters. These are some of the companies which offer a direct bus: FlixBus and Greyhound US.

What can I take with me on the Durham, NC to San Marcos, TX bus route?

Depending on which provider you travel with, what you're allowed to bring with you can vary. Generally, you can take a suitcase and hand luggage with you on the Durham, NC San Marcos, TX bus route free of charge. Simply use our search to find a bus that is best suited to your needs for your planned travel date.

What equipment is available for the Durham, NC San Marcos, TX bus route?

The equipment on board differs depending on the provider. However, many long-distance buses have WiFi so you can tell your friends your exact location during the journey. To make traveling even more pleasant, air conditioning systems provide ventilation. It is best to use our search to get precise information about the equipment of the bus from Durham, NC to San Marcos, TX on your planned travel date.

How does CheckMyBus find the best bus deals from Durham, NC to San Marcos, TX?

CheckMyBus collaborates directly with companies around the world to provide you with the best options when searching for a trip. We retrieve their first-hand data to show you real-time prices, schedules, and seat availability for 3 daily trips between Durham, NC and San Marcos, TX. With the most up-to-date information from verified sources, you can fairly compare all available options and choose the trip that suits you best.

How does CheckMyBus technology work for trips from Durham, NC to San Marcos, TX?

Prices and availability for 3 trips between Durham, NC and San Marcos, TX change constantly. To provide you with the most up-to-date information, we connect directly with bus operators, Online Travel Agencies (OTAs), and Global Distribution Systems (GDS) via real-time interfaces (APIs). The data collected from these sources undergoes strict quality checks, is processed within our infrastructure, and is then presented to you on our search results pages. Visit our About Us page to learn more.

Available seat classes which are offered on the bus route Durham, NC to San Marcos, TX

Economy
Economy

The cheapest option available for your ticket, it usually comes with reclinable seats and AC.

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