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Journey Information
There are 6 intercity buses per day from San Marcos to Bowling Green. Traveling by bus from San Marcos to Bowling Green usually takes around 37 hours, but the fastest Tornado Bus bus can make the trip in 33 hours and 55.2 minutes.
| Distance | 988 mi (1590 km) |
| Shortest duration | 34h 0m |
| Cheapest price | US$140.00 |
| Trips per day | 6 |
| Most frequent service | Tornado Bus |
| Bus lines | 2 |
What bus companies travel from San Marcos to Bowling Green?
There are two bus lines that have daily service from San Marcos to Bowling Green that you can compare and book on Wanderu. Of these two carriers, Tornado Bus usually offers more choice, with 4 scheduled trips per day.
| Bus | Daily Trips | Avg. Time | Avg. Price |
|---|---|---|---|
| El Expreso Bus | 2 | 1d 12h 11m | US$145.00 |
| Tornado Bus | 4 | 1d 13h 31m | US$148.50 |
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 San Marcos to Bowling Green trip is US$140 on El Expreso Bus, and they usually make the trip in just 36 hours and 11 minutes.
Frequently Asked Questions
The bus takes an average of 37 hours to cover the 1590 kilometers from San Marcos to Bowling Green. However, the fastest bus only takes 33 hours and 55.2 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.
The first bus leaves at 1:00am and the last bus leaves at 11:00pm. To see the times for all buses from San Marcos to Bowling Green, enter your specific travel dates in the search bar.
City Information
Station Information
Where does the bus leave from in San Marcos?
Main departure station: Restaurant Mazatlan
Most buses depart from the main station in San Marcos.
All bus stations in San Marcos:
Restaurant Mazatlan
Where does the bus arrive in Bowling Green?
Main arrival station: 4Hardee St
All buses from San Marcos arrive at one main station in Bowling Green.
Bus stations in Bowling Green:
4Hardee St
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