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Journey Information
There are 17 intercity buses per day from San Marcos to Dallas. Traveling by bus from San Marcos to Dallas usually takes around 5 hours, but the fastest Tornado Bus bus can make the trip in 3 hours and 20 minutes.
| Distance | 211 mi (340 km) |
| Shortest duration | 3h 20m |
| Cheapest price | $33.10 |
| Trips per day | 22 |
| Most frequent service | Tornado Bus |
| Bus lines | 4 |
How much is a bus ticket from San Marcos to Dallas?
$46.12 is the average price of a bus ticket from San Marcos to Dallas. Taking a bus is an affordable way to make this trip. It’s easy to find a bus ticket at this price or lower when you use Wanderu to book your trip online in advance of your travel date.
Average prices by travel date
Bus tickets from San Marcos to Dallas are expected to cost between $46 and $75 over the next four weeks. If you're planning a trip to Dallas within the next week, you can find the cheapest bus tickets starting from $55. Don't wait too long to book your ticket, as prices tend to rise as the travel date approaches.
Monthly average prices
Prices as travel date approaches
To save money on bus tickets, buy them as early as possible. Bus carriers usually charge higher ticket prices the closer you book to the date of travel. Book your ticket at least 26 days in advance to save up to $56.76.
What bus companies travel from San Marcos to Dallas?
There are 4 bus lines from San Marcos to Dallas available for you to search and compare on Wanderu. With 9 daily trips, Tornado Bus usually has the most buses running on any given day. Here are some time and price comparisons for all the available options:
| Bus | Daily Trips | Avg. Time | Avg. Price |
|---|---|---|---|
| FlixBus US | 7 | 5h 4m | $66.37 |
| Greyhound | 2 | 5h 29m | $69.79 |
| Megabus | 1 | 4h 0m | $43.27 |
| Tornado Bus | 9 | 3h 54m | $104.19 |
FlixBus US is the American branch of German bus company FlixBus, known for providing sustainable, affordable, and modern bus travel. The company offers cheap bus tickets to popular urban destinations throughout the United States. FlixBus US buses include many amenities, including comfortable seats, free WiFi, power outlets at every seat, and an online portal for free entertainment. On average, FlixBus US operates 7 trips per day from San Marcos to Dallas, and the average ticket for this route costs only .
Greyhound is the largest nationwide bus carrier in the United States, offering cheap, safe and reliable service across the country. Greyhound has become a household name, serving over 16 million passengers per year with daily trips to over 2,400 destinations. Greyhound performs about 2 bus trips from San Marcos to Dallas every day, with the average journey taking around 5 hours and 29 minutes to complete. Bus tickets for Greyhound trips to Dallas usually start from $41.
Book Megabus from San Marcos to Dallas from $33. There are 1 Megabus schedules from San Marcos to Dallas and you can expect on average to pay for a Megabus ticket to Dallas. In San Marcos, Megabus departs to Dallas from Arnold Hall - 102 Student Center Dr and no other station. In Dallas, Megabus arrives at 801 S Riverfront Blvd and no other station.
An average trip on Megabus from San Marcos to Dallas takes 4 hours and 0 minutes , while the fastest available Megabus trip will get you to Dallas in 3 hours and 20 minutes .
Frequently Asked Questions
The bus takes an average of 5 hours to cover the 340 kilometers from San Marcos to Dallas. However, the fastest bus only takes 3 hours and 20 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.
"Thursday is usually the day of the week when buses are busiest. If you are planning to travel on a Thursday, 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 2:00am and the last bus leaves at 8:00pm. To see the times for all buses from San Marcos to Dallas, enter your specific travel dates in the search bar.
There are 17 scheduled buses that travel from San Marcos to Dallas every day, so you have a decent number of options to choose from. This includes 22 direct buses, where you can stay on the same bus without having to transfer to a connecting bus at any point during your trip.
Need more travel options? Consider taking the train from San Marcos to Dallas; ticket prices start at $26.23.
City Information
Dallas
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Dallas is one of the most vibrant and modern cities in Texas, as well as one of the state's best vacation destinations. While it is one of the foremost business, telecommunications and transportation hubs in the United States, Dallas is also one of the most exciting cities when it comes to culture and nightlife opportunities.
When you are planning a trip to Dallas, make sure you leave time in your schedule to check out some of the city’s world-famous museums. Some must-visits include The Sixth Floor Museum (that commemorates the assassination of John F. Kennedy), the Dallas Museum of Art, and the Perot Museum of Nature and Science.
If you want some fresh air and a feast to the eyes, you must visit the remarkable Dallas Arboretum and Botanical Garden, which boasts one of the best botanical collections in the entire country. And if you are after some tasty grub and good people watching, then head to Stone Street Gardens, a row of restaurants located on a charming red brick strip surrounded with tons of greenery.
Both the main train station in Dallas, the Eddie Bernice Johnson Union Station, and the main bus station are located in the heart of the city’s downtown historic district just a few blocks away from each other. That makes it super convenient to travel to Dallas from various places in Texas and the rest of the U.S. or Mexico. The stations’ central location also allows for an easy transfer to and from the Dallas/Fort Worth International Airport that is located pretty far outside the city.
Station Information
Where does the bus leave from in San Marcos?
Main departure station: Restaurant Mazatlan
Buses to Dallas leave from 3 stations in San Marcos.
All bus stations in San Marcos:
Restaurant Mazatlan
338 S Guadalupe St - San Marcos Intermodal Station
Arnold Hall - 102 Student Center Dr
Where does the bus arrive in Dallas?
Main arrival station: 535 E Jefferson Blvd
Buses arrive in Dallas at 6 stations, depending on which bus line you are traveling with.
Bus stations in Dallas:
535 E Jefferson Blvd
Tornado Bus Station - 8630 E RL Thornton Fwy
Bus Terminal - 205 S Lamar St
2424 Swiss Ave (Lizard Lounge)
4500 Harry Hines Blvd (Holiday Inn Market Ctr, rear lot)
801 S Riverfront Blvd
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