Bus Houston to San Marcos, TX - Compare all Companies

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

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

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BertCompanyCountOneCompanyName	Duration	Departure time	From	Departure	Arrival time	To	Destination	Seat classes	Price
Greyhound Lines Mexico	6h 35m	11:55 AM	Houston	Harrisburg Blvd Station	6:30 PM	San Marcos, TX	Bus Station	Economy	$57	A Bus from Greyhound Lines Mexico goes from Harrisburg Blvd Station, Houston (USA) at 12/15/2025 11:55:00 AM to Bus Station, San Marcos, TX (USA) arriving at 12/15/2025 6:30:00 PM. 50 Economy ticket for $57 per person are available. Travel duration is 6h 35m
FlixBus	9h 30m	9:00 AM	Houston	Downtown Houston	6:30 PM	San Marcos, TX	Bus Station	Economy	$57	A Bus from FlixBus goes from Downtown Houston, Houston (USA) at 12/15/2025 9:00:00 AM to Bus Station, San Marcos, TX (USA) arriving at 12/15/2025 6:30:00 PM. 50 Economy ticket for $57 per person are available. Travel duration is 9h 30m
FlixBus	7h 55m	11:10 AM	Houston	Downtown Houston	7:05 PM	San Marcos, TX	Bus Station	Economy	$57	A Bus from FlixBus goes from Downtown Houston, Houston (USA) at 12/15/2025 11:10:00 AM to Bus Station, San Marcos, TX (USA) arriving at 12/15/2025 7:05:00 PM. 50 Economy ticket for $57 per person are available. Travel duration is 7h 55m
Greyhound US	6h 35m	2:00 AM	Houston	Harrisburg Blvd Station	8:35 AM	San Marcos, TX	Bus Station	Economy	$60	A Bus from Greyhound US goes from Harrisburg Blvd Station, Houston (USA) at 12/15/2025 2:00:00 AM to Bus Station, San Marcos, TX (USA) arriving at 12/15/2025 8:35:00 AM. 50 Economy ticket for $60 per person are available. Travel duration is 6h 35m

Did you know that if you travel from Houston to San Marcos, TX via Austin, you can save more than $21? You can find the corresponding connections below.
- Busbud
  
  5h 0m
  
  0
  
  5:30 PM
  
  Houston
  Uptown/Upper Kirby
  
  8:35 PM
  
  Austin
  5119 Eastside Bus Plaza
  
  0
  
  Economy
  
  $26
  
  A Bus from Busbud goes from Uptown/Upper Kirby, Houston (USA) at 12/15/2025 5:30:00 PM to 5119 Eastside Bus Plaza, Austin (USA) arriving at 12/15/2025 8:35:00 PM. 50 Economy ticket for $26 per person are available. Travel duration is 3h 5m
- FlixBus
  
  0h 50m
  
  0
  
  9:40 PM
  
  Austin
  North Austin/The Domain
  
  10:30 PM
  
  San Marcos, TX
  Bus Station
  
  0
  
  Economy
  
  $10
  
  A Bus from FlixBus goes from North Austin/The Domain, Austin (USA) at 12/15/2025 9:40:00 PM to Bus Station, San Marcos, TX (USA) arriving at 12/15/2025 10:30:00 PM. 50 Economy ticket for $10 per person are available. Travel duration is 0h 50m
Travel Time is 1h 35m shorter, and you will save $21

Best Price Offer: The price for the cheapest bus from Houston to San Marcos, TX is $56 on 12/11/2025. Flexible travelers save on ticket prices.

Facts about the bus from Houston to San Marcos, TX

Compare all providers like FlixBus, Greyhound US and Greyhound Lines Mexico that travel 5 times every day by bus from Houston to San Marcos, TX in one click! Book your bus ticket from Houston to San Marcos, TX starting from $56!

Cheapest Bus	$56
Fastest Bus	6h 35m
Earliest Bus	2:00 AM
Latest Bus	11:55 AM
Daily Bus Routes	5 Ø
Distance	154.4 miles
Bus Companies	FlixBus, Greyhound US and Greyhound Lines Mexico

Cheapest bus connections from Houston to San Marcos, TX

Every day, 5 buses from 3 bus companies leave Houston for San Marcos, TX: in the table below, you will find the cheapest prices for a bus ticket for this route, starting from 12/13/2025 and for the following days.

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Sunday 12/07

Monday 12/08

Tuesday 12/09

Wednesday 12/10

Thursday 12/11

Friday 12/12

Saturday 12/13

Sunday 12/14

Monday 12/15

$57

Tuesday 12/16

Wednesday 12/17

Thursday 12/18

Friday 12/19

Saturday 12/20

Sunday 12/21

$77

Monday 12/22

$60

Tuesday 12/23

Wednesday 12/24

Thursday 12/25

Friday 12/26

Saturday 12/27

Sunday 12/28

Monday 12/29

Tuesday 12/30

$71

Wednesday 12/31

Thursday 01/01

Friday 01/02

Saturday 01/03

How to save money travelling from Houston 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 Houston 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 Houston 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 Houston to San Marcos, TX are also emptier.

Beloved bus companies from Houston to San Marcos, TX

These are the most booked bus companies between Houston to San Marcos, TX from our users.

Greyhound US from Houston to San Marcos, TX

Here you will find the key facts about the Greyhound US bus route Houston to San Marcos, TX:

Cheapest Price	$60
Fastest Bus	6h 35m
Earliest Bus	2:00 AM
Last Bus	2:00 AM
Daily Connections	1 Ø
Found on	12/6/2025

Greyhound Lines Mexico from Houston to San Marcos, TX

Here you will find the key facts about the Greyhound Lines Mexico bus route Houston to San Marcos, TX:

Cheapest Price	$57
Fastest Bus	6h 35m
Earliest Bus	11:55 AM
Last Bus	11:55 AM
Daily Connections	1 Ø
Found on	12/6/2025

FlixBus from Houston to San Marcos, TX

Here you will find the key facts about the FlixBus bus route Houston to San Marcos, TX:

Cheapest Price	$57
Fastest Bus	7h 40m
Earliest Bus	9:00 AM
Last Bus	11:25 AM
Daily Connections	3 Ø
Found on	12/6/2025

All bus stations and stops in Houston and San Marcos, TX

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

Downtown Houston

Gray St 605

Harrisburg Blvd Station

Harrisburg Blvd 7000

Main Street

Main St 2121

Uptown/Upper Kirby

Southwest Fwy 2525

Chase Bank

Milam Street 212

Bus Station

S Guadalupe St 100

LBJ Student Center Garage Bus Stop

Bus Stop

TX-123 1105

Victoria Secret

Texas State University

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

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

FAQs about the Houston to San Marcos, TX bus

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

This depends on, among other things, the day and time of travel. The cheapest trip is available from $56 and takes 7h 55m to reach San Marcos, TX. Compare offers to save money!

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

This route is offered by 3 companies with a range of ticket prices between $56 and $60. 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 Houston to San Marcos, TX each day?

Every day, the Houston to San Marcos, TX bus route is served by approximately 5 connections. With our search, you can compare bus times to find the perfect trip.

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

The fastest bus from Houston to San Marcos, TX is offered by Greyhound US and takes 6h 35m. Bus tickets for this connection cost $60. In this context, bear in mind that the journey can take longer due to traffic.

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

The earliest bus arriving in San Marcos, TX from Houston starts at 2:00 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 Houston to San Marcos, TX?

The latest bus trip departing from Houston for San Marcos, TX starts at 11:55 AM. 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 Houston San Marcos, TX route?

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

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

You can check all the direct connections between Houston 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, Greyhound US and Greyhound Lines Mexico.

What can I take with me on the Houston 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 Houston 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 Houston 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 Houston to San Marcos, TX on your planned travel date.

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

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

Economy

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

More bus routes to Houston and to San Marcos, TX

Here’s an overview of the most popular bus routes to Houston and to San Marcos, TX. Simply click on the connection of your choice, and you will find all the details about your bus route!