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

today
$219
tomorrow
$215
Wednesday
$219
Thursday
$219
Friday
$221
Saturday
$221
Sunday
$217

Cheapest bus trips today

Mode of Transport BertCompanyCountOneCompanyName Duration Departure time From Departure Arrival time To Destination Logo Seat classes Price
Greyhound US 37h 45m 5:45 AM Richmond, VA Main Street Station 6:30 PM San Marcos, TX Bus Station  Economy $219
FlixBus 47h 9m 1:50 PM Richmond, VA Main Street Station 11:59 AM San Marcos, TX Bus Station  Economy $220
FlixBus 38h 40m 6:00 PM Richmond, VA Main Street Station 7:40 AM San Marcos, TX Bus Station  Economy $221
FlixBus 45h 55m 10:10 PM Richmond, VA Main Street Station 7:05 PM San Marcos, TX Bus Station  Economy $222
Greyhound US 40h 14m 8:45 PM Richmond, VA Main Street Station 11:59 AM San Marcos, TX Bus Station  Economy $224
  • Did you know that if you travel from Richmond, VA to San Marcos, TX via Austin, you can save more than $78? You can find the corresponding connections below.
    • Greyhound US
      39h 30m
      0
      5:45 AM
      Richmond, VA
      Main Street Station
      5:00 PM
      Austin
      5119 Eastside Bus Plaza
      0
      Greyhound US
      Economy
      $135
    • Waiting Time 2h 25m
    • FlixBus
      0h 50m
      0
      7:25 PM
      Austin
      RedCoach Stop
      8:15 PM
      San Marcos, TX
      Bus Station
      0
      FlixBus
      Economy
      $6
    Travel time is 2h 45m longer, but you will save $78

Cheapest bus trips tomorrow

Mode of Transport BertCompanyCountOneCompanyName Duration Departure time From Departure Arrival time To Destination Logo Seat classes Price
Greyhound US 37h 45m 5:45 AM Richmond, VA Main Street Station 6:30 PM San Marcos, TX Bus Station  Economy $215
FlixBus 38h 40m 6:00 PM Richmond, VA Main Street Station 7:40 AM San Marcos, TX Bus Station  Economy $217
FlixBus 45h 15m 10:50 PM Richmond, VA Main Street Station 7:05 PM San Marcos, TX Bus Station  Economy $218
Greyhound US 40h 14m 8:45 PM Richmond, VA Main Street Station 11:59 AM San Marcos, TX Bus Station  Economy $220
FlixBus 47h 9m 1:50 PM Richmond, VA Main Street Station 11:59 AM San Marcos, TX Bus Station  Economy $220
  • Did you know that if you travel from Richmond, VA to San Marcos, TX via Austin, you can save more than $76? You can find the corresponding connections below.
    • Greyhound US
      42h 55m
      0
      8:45 PM
      Richmond, VA
      Main Street Station
      11:00 AM
      Austin
      5119 Eastside Bus Plaza
      0
      Greyhound US
      Economy
      $128
    • Waiting Time 2h 40m
    • FlixBus
      1h 0m
      0
      1:40 PM
      Austin
      North Austin/The Domain
      2:40 PM
      San Marcos, TX
      Bus Station
      0
      FlixBus
      Economy
      $10
    Travel time is 6h 10m longer, but you will save $76

Cheapest bus trips Wednesday

Mode of Transport BertCompanyCountOneCompanyName Duration Departure time From Departure Arrival time To Destination Logo Seat classes Price
Greyhound US 37h 45m 5:45 AM Richmond, VA Main Street Station 6:30 PM San Marcos, TX Bus Station  Economy $219
FlixBus 47h 9m 1:50 PM Richmond, VA Main Street Station 11:59 AM San Marcos, TX Bus Station  Economy $220
FlixBus 43h 45m 11:45 PM Richmond, VA Main Street Station 6:30 PM San Marcos, TX Bus Station  Economy $222
FlixBus 64h 55m 3:45 PM Richmond, VA Main Street Station 7:40 AM San Marcos, TX Bus Station  Economy $223
Greyhound US 40h 14m 8:45 PM Richmond, VA Main Street Station 11:59 AM San Marcos, TX Bus Station  Economy $224
  • Did you know that if you travel from Richmond, VA to San Marcos, TX via Austin, you can save more than $92? You can find the corresponding connections below.
    • Greyhound US
      39h 30m
      0
      5:45 AM
      Richmond, VA
      Main Street Station
      5:35 PM
      Austin
      RedCoach Stop
      0
      Greyhound US
      Economy
      $117
    • Waiting Time 1h 50m
    • FlixBus
      0h 50m
      0
      7:25 PM
      Austin
      North Austin/The Domain
      8:15 PM
      San Marcos, TX
      Bus Station
      0
      FlixBus
      Economy
      $10
    Travel time is 2h 45m longer, but you will save $92

Cheapest bus trips Thursday

Mode of Transport BertCompanyCountOneCompanyName Duration Departure time From Departure Arrival time To Destination Logo Seat classes Price
Greyhound US 37h 45m 5:45 AM Richmond, VA Main Street Station 6:30 PM San Marcos, TX Bus Station  Economy $219
FlixBus 47h 9m 1:50 PM Richmond, VA Main Street Station 11:59 AM San Marcos, TX Bus Station  Economy $220
FlixBus 68h 29m 4:30 PM Richmond, VA Main Street Station 11:59 AM San Marcos, TX Bus Station  Economy $221
FlixBus 38h 40m 6:00 PM Richmond, VA Main Street Station 7:40 AM San Marcos, TX Bus Station  Economy $221
Greyhound US 40h 14m 8:45 PM Richmond, VA Main Street Station 11:59 AM San Marcos, TX Bus Station  Economy $224
  • Did you know that if you travel from Richmond, VA to San Marcos, TX via Austin, you can save more than $92? You can find the corresponding connections below.
    • Greyhound US
      39h 30m
      0
      5:45 AM
      Richmond, VA
      Main Street Station
      5:35 PM
      Austin
      RedCoach Stop
      0
      Greyhound US
      Economy
      $117
    • Waiting Time 1h 50m
    • FlixBus
      0h 50m
      0
      7:25 PM
      Austin
      North Austin/The Domain
      8:15 PM
      San Marcos, TX
      Bus Station
      0
      FlixBus
      Economy
      $10
    Travel time is 2h 45m longer, but you will save $92

Cheapest bus trips Friday

Mode of Transport BertCompanyCountOneCompanyName Duration Departure time From Departure Arrival time To Destination Logo Seat classes Price
Greyhound US 37h 45m 5:45 AM Richmond, VA Main Street Station 6:30 PM San Marcos, TX Bus Station  Economy $221
FlixBus 38h 40m 6:00 PM Richmond, VA Main Street Station 7:40 AM San Marcos, TX Bus Station  Economy $221
FlixBus 47h 9m 1:50 PM Richmond, VA Main Street Station 11:59 AM San Marcos, TX Bus Station  Economy $222
FlixBus 43h 45m 11:45 PM Richmond, VA Main Street Station 6:30 PM San Marcos, TX Bus Station  Economy $222
Greyhound US 40h 14m 8:45 PM Richmond, VA Main Street Station 11:59 AM San Marcos, TX Bus Station  Economy $224
  • Did you know that if you travel from Richmond, VA to San Marcos, TX via Austin, you can save more than $96? You can find the corresponding connections below.
    • Greyhound US
      54h 15m
      0
      9:25 AM
      Richmond, VA
      Main Street Station
      10:05 PM
      Austin
      5119 Eastside Bus Plaza
      0
      Greyhound US
      Economy
      $119
    • Waiting Time 15h 35m
    • FlixBus
      1h 0m
      0
      1:40 PM
      Austin
      RedCoach Stop
      2:40 PM
      San Marcos, TX
      Bus Station
      0
      FlixBus
      Economy
      $6
    Travel time is 17h 30m longer, but you will save $96

Cheapest bus trips Saturday

Mode of Transport BertCompanyCountOneCompanyName Duration Departure time From Departure Arrival time To Destination Logo Seat classes Price
Greyhound US 37h 45m 5:45 AM Richmond, VA Main Street Station 6:30 PM San Marcos, TX Bus Station  Economy $221
FlixBus 39h 35m 6:00 PM Richmond, VA Main Street Station 8:35 AM San Marcos, TX Bus Station  Economy $221
FlixBus 47h 9m 1:50 PM Richmond, VA Main Street Station 11:59 AM San Marcos, TX Bus Station  Economy $222
FlixBus 43h 45m 11:45 PM Richmond, VA Main Street Station 6:30 PM San Marcos, TX Bus Station  Economy $222
Greyhound US 40h 14m 8:45 PM Richmond, VA Main Street Station 11:59 AM San Marcos, TX Bus Station  Economy $224
  • Did you know that if you travel from Richmond, VA to San Marcos, TX via Austin, you can save more than $96? You can find the corresponding connections below.
    • Greyhound US
      54h 15m
      0
      9:25 AM
      Richmond, VA
      Main Street Station
      10:05 PM
      Austin
      5119 Eastside Bus Plaza
      0
      Greyhound US
      Economy
      $119
    • Waiting Time 15h 35m
    • FlixBus
      1h 0m
      0
      1:40 PM
      Austin
      RedCoach Stop
      2:40 PM
      San Marcos, TX
      Bus Station
      0
      FlixBus
      Economy
      $6
    Travel time is 17h 30m longer, but you will save $96

Cheapest bus trips Sunday

Mode of Transport BertCompanyCountOneCompanyName Duration Departure time From Departure Arrival time To Destination Logo Seat classes Price
Greyhound US 37h 45m 5:45 AM Richmond, VA Main Street Station 6:30 PM San Marcos, TX Bus Station  Economy $217
FlixBus 39h 35m 6:00 PM Richmond, VA Main Street Station 8:35 AM San Marcos, TX Bus Station  Economy $217
FlixBus 43h 45m 11:45 PM Richmond, VA Main Street Station 6:30 PM San Marcos, TX Bus Station  Economy $218
Greyhound US 40h 14m 8:45 PM Richmond, VA Main Street Station 11:59 AM San Marcos, TX Bus Station  Economy $220
  • Did you know that if you travel from Richmond, VA to San Marcos, TX via Austin, you can save more than $97? You can find the corresponding connections below.
    • FlixBus
      45h 40m
      0
      6:00 PM
      Richmond, VA
      Main Street Station
      3:15 AM
      Austin
      5119 Eastside Bus Plaza
      0
      FlixBus
      Economy
      $114
    • Waiting Time 10h 25m
    • FlixBus
      1h 0m
      0
      1:40 PM
      Austin
      RedCoach Stop
      2:40 PM
      San Marcos, TX
      Bus Station
      0
      FlixBus
      Economy
      $6
    Travel time is 8h 55m longer, but you will save $97

Best Price Offer: The price for the cheapest bus from Richmond, VA to San Marcos, TX is $214 on 5/1/2026. Flexible travelers save on ticket prices.


Frequency of bus connections between Richmond, VA and San Marcos, TX

See here how frequent the connections between Richmond, VA and San Marcos, TX are, during different times and days of the week.
Tuesday is the busiest day, with more than 10 daily buses from Richmond, VA to San Marcos, TX. Sunday has instead the fewest connections, with only 4 daily coaches between Richmond, VA and San Marcos, TX.
The busiest time of the day is the Evening, with 24 buses from Richmond, VA to San Marcos, TX, while Night sees the fewest connections between Richmond, VA and San Marcos, TX, with 8 offers.

Facts about the bus from Richmond, VA to San Marcos, TX

Compare all providers like FlixBus and Greyhound US that travel 6 times every day by bus from Richmond, VA to San Marcos, TX in one click! Book your bus ticket from Richmond, VA to San Marcos, TX starting from $214!

Cheapest Bus $214
Fastest Bus 36h 45m
Earliest Bus 5:45 AM
Latest Bus 11:45 PM
Daily Bus Routes 6 Ø
Distance 1,288.8 miles
Bus Companies FlixBus and Greyhound US

Cheapest bus connections from Richmond, VA to San Marcos, TX

Every day, 6 buses from 2 bus companies leave Richmond, VA for San Marcos, TX: in the table below, you will find the cheapest prices for a bus ticket for this route, starting from 04/20/2026 and for the following days.

Sunday
Monday
Tuesday
Wednesday
Thursday
Friday
Saturday
Sunday 04/19
Monday 04/20
$219
Tuesday 04/21
$215
Wednesday 04/22
$219
Thursday 04/23
$219
Friday 04/24
$221
Saturday 04/25
$221
Sunday 04/26
$217
Monday 04/27
$218
Tuesday 04/28
$218
Wednesday 04/29
Thursday 04/30
$218
Friday 05/01
$214
Saturday 05/02
Sunday 05/03
Monday 05/04
Tuesday 05/05
$218
Wednesday 05/06
Thursday 05/07
Friday 05/08
Saturday 05/09
$222
Sunday 05/10
Monday 05/11
Tuesday 05/12
$220
Wednesday 05/13
$222
Thursday 05/14
Friday 05/15
Saturday 05/16

The cheapest time to travel from Richmond, VA to San Marcos, TX

See here on which day and which time of the day you can find the cheapest bus ticket from Richmond, VA to San Marcos, TX, for the next 30 days.
With a price starting from $214, Friday is the cheapest day for a bus from Richmond, VA to San Marcos, TX. Saturday instead is the most expensive day with prices starting from $221.
Night is the cheapest day time for bus tickets from Richmond, VA to San Marcos, TX, with $214. Afternoon is the most expensive time of the day with prices starting from $220.

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

All bus stations and stops in Richmond, VA and San Marcos, TX

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

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

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

FAQs about the Richmond, VA to San Marcos, TX bus

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

This depends on, among other things, the day and time of travel. The cheapest trip is available from $214 and takes 36h 45m to reach San Marcos, TX. Compare offers to save money!

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

This route is offered by 2 companies with a range of ticket prices between $214 and $234. 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 Richmond, VA to San Marcos, TX each day?

Every day, the Richmond, VA to San Marcos, TX bus route is served by approximately 6 connections. With our search, you can compare bus times to find the perfect trip.

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

The fastest bus from Richmond, VA to San Marcos, TX is offered by Greyhound US and takes 36h 45m. Bus tickets for this connection cost $219. In this context, bear in mind that the journey can take longer due to traffic.

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

The earliest bus arriving in San Marcos, TX from Richmond, VA starts at 5:45 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 Richmond, VA to San Marcos, TX?

The latest bus trip departing from Richmond, VA for San Marcos, TX starts at 11:45 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 Richmond, VA San Marcos, TX route?

When traveling by bus from Richmond, VA 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 Richmond, VA and San Marcos, TX?

You can check all the direct connections between Richmond, VA 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 Richmond, VA 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 Richmond, VA 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 Richmond, VA 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 Richmond, VA to San Marcos, TX on your planned travel date.

How does CheckMyBus find the best bus deals from Richmond, VA 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 6 daily trips between Richmond, VA 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 Richmond, VA to San Marcos, TX?

Prices and availability for 6 trips between Richmond, VA 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 Richmond, VA to San Marcos, TX

Economy
Economy

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

More bus routes to Richmond, VA and to San Marcos, TX

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

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