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Journey Information
There are 3 intercity buses per day from Refugio to San Marcos. Traveling by bus from Refugio to San Marcos usually takes around 14 hours, but the fastest El Expreso Bus bus can make the trip in 12 hours and 15 minutes.
| Distance | 116 mi (187 km) |
| Shortest duration | 12h 0m |
| Cheapest price | US$45.00 |
| Most frequent service | El Expreso Bus |
| Bus lines | 1 |
What bus companies travel from Refugio to San Marcos?
There is one intercity bus company available to search and book on Wanderu that operates from Refugio to San Marcos. El Expreso Bus connects the two cities by bus, it offers multiple scheduled buses per day for you to choose from.
| Bus | Daily Trips | Avg. Time | Avg. Price |
|---|---|---|---|
| El Expreso Bus | 3 | 13h 43m | US$45.00 |
El Expreso Bus, a sub-brand of Tornado Bus Company, operates intercity bus trips in the United States, plus several routes that cross the border into Mexico. The carrier’s professional and helpful staff are often fluent in both English and Spanish. El Expreso buses feature comfortable seats, onboard restrooms, power outlets, and free WiFi. The average ticket price for a Refugio to San Marcos trip is US$45 on El Expreso Bus, and they usually make the trip in just 13 hours and 43 minutes.
Frequently Asked Questions
The bus takes an average of 14 hours to cover the 187 kilometers from Refugio to San Marcos. However, the fastest bus only takes 12 hours and 15 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.
Tuesday is usually the day of the week when buses are busiest. If you are planning to travel on a Tuesday, you should make sure to book tickets well in advance as they may sell out.
On the other hand, Monday is typically the least busy day for bus travel on this route. For a less crowded trip, try to book your bus travel for the beginning of the week.
The first bus leaves at 1:00am and the last bus leaves at 2:00pm. To see the times for all buses from Refugio to San Marcos, enter your specific travel dates in the search bar.
City Information
Station Information
Where does the bus leave from in Refugio?
Main departure station: 511 N Alamo St
Most buses depart from the main station in Refugio.
All bus stations in Refugio:
511 N Alamo St
Where does the bus arrive in San Marcos?
Main arrival station: Restaurant Mazatlan
All buses from Refugio arrive at one main station in San Marcos.
Bus stations in San Marcos:
Restaurant Mazatlan
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