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Journey Information
There is one daily bus from Wilson to San Marcos. Traveling by bus from Wilson to San Marcos usually takes around 30 hours and 2 minutes, but the fastest Tornado Bus bus can make the trip in 29 hours and 40.2 minutes.
| Distance | 1228 mi (1977 km) |
| Shortest duration | 29h 40m |
| Cheapest price | $364.38 |
| Most frequent service | Tornado Bus |
| Bus lines | 1 |
What bus companies travel from Wilson to San Marcos?
There is one intercity bus company available to search and book on Wanderu that operates from Wilson to San Marcos. Tornado Bus is the only company that has bus schedules available to search and book at the moment. It only makes the trip once a day on most days.
| Bus | Daily Trips | Avg. Time | Avg. Price |
|---|---|---|---|
| Tornado Bus | 1 | 1d 6h 2m | $364.38 |
Frequently Asked Questions
The bus takes an average of 30 hours and 2 minutes to cover the 1977 kilometers from Wilson to San Marcos. However, the fastest bus only takes 29 hours and 40.2 minutes. It’s definitely on the longer side, so plan to get comfortable for a long road trip. Keep in mind that your actual bus may arrive earlier or later than scheduled, depending on whether there is more or less traffic than usual.
There is usually only one bus per day from Wilson to San Marcos. It leaves the station in Wilson at 8:00am each day. The time might vary for specific dates, so be sure to search on Wanderu for the most up-to-date information.
There is usually only one bus per day from Wilson to San Marcos. However, it is not a direct bus, so you will have to get off your original vehicle to change buses during the trip.
Need more travel options? Consider taking the train from Wilson to San Marcos; ticket prices start at $447.22.
City Information
Wilson
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Link to image attributionWilson, North Carolina, was historically known as the World's Greatest Tobacco Market. The city is located in Wilson County, home to the eponymous Wilson Botanical Gardens, Wilson Rose Garden, and Lake Wilson. The city also offers several attractions to delight history enthusiasts, like the Imagination Station Science & History Museum and the Freeman Round House of African-American History. Catch a game at local Fleming Stadium, or visit off-season to walk through the NC Baseball Museum on-site. Wilson is also known for its wind-powered sculptures in the Vollis Simpson Whirligig Park.
Wilson's bars and clubs comprise a fun nightlife and entertainment scene. The city features brewing companies, tequila bars, and wineries so you can have a good time no matter your drink of choice. The best spots for music, shopping, art, and food are in Historic Downtown Wilson.
You can easily travel to Wilson by train or bus from over 30 other cities. Residents and visitors ride the Amtrak Palmetto and Amtrak Carolinian trains or hop on the Tornado Bus, Wanda Coach, and El Expreso Bus. Wilson also features an on-demand micro-transit service called RIDE and is a bicycle-friendly community.
Station Information
Where does the bus leave from in Wilson?
Main departure station: 1503 Goldsboro St
Most buses depart from the main station in Wilson.
All bus stations in Wilson:
1503 Goldsboro St
Where does the bus arrive in San Marcos?
Main arrival station: Restaurant Mazatlan
All buses from Wilson arrive at one main station in San Marcos.
Bus stations in San Marcos:
Restaurant Mazatlan
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