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Plano to San Marcos Bus Schedule
Bus from Plano to San Marcos: Journey Information
There are 2 intercity buses per day from Plano to San Marcos. Traveling by bus from Plano to San Marcos usually takes around 5 hours and 13 minutes, but the fastest FlixBus US bus can make the trip in 5 hours and 10 minutes.
| Distance | 229 mi (368 km) |
| Shortest duration | 5h 10m |
| Cheapest price | $36.98 |
| Trips per day | 2 |
| Most frequent service | FlixBus US |
| Bus lines | 1 |
How much is a bus ticket from Plano to San Marcos?
Bus tickets for a trip from Plano to San Marcos cost $36.98 on average. Opting to take a bus is a wallet-friendly way to make this trip. If you book your trip ahead of time using Wanderu, you can easily find bus tickets at or below this price.
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What bus companies travel from Plano to San Marcos?
There is one intercity bus company available to search and book on Wanderu that operates from Plano to San Marcos. FlixBus US is the one bus line that serves this route. Although it's the sole option, there are a couple of different scheduled times to choose from.
| Bus | Daily Trips | Avg. Time | Avg. Price |
|---|---|---|---|
| FlixBus US | 2 | 5h 14m | $43.29 |
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 2 trips per day from Plano to San Marcos, and the average ticket for this route costs only .
Frequently asked questions about traveling by bus from Plano to San Marcos
The bus takes an average of 5 hours and 13 minutes to cover the 229 miles from Plano to San Marcos. However, the fastest bus only takes 5 hours and 10 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.
Because many passengers travel from Plano to San Marcos at the beginning of the work week, Monday is usually the busiest day for buses. If you are planning to travel on a Monday, you should make sure to book tickets well in advance as they may sell out.
On the other hand, Wednesday is typically the least busy day for bus travel on this route. If you're looking for some extra space on the bus, traveling mid-week is your best bet.
The first bus leaves at 9:00am and the last bus leaves at 9:00am. To see the times for all buses from Plano to San Marcos, enter your specific travel dates in the search bar.
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Station Information
Where does the bus leave from in Plano?
Main departure station: QuikTrip
Most buses depart from the main station in Plano.
All bus stations in Plano:
QuikTrip
Where does the bus arrive in San Marcos?
Main arrival station: 338 S Guadalupe St - San Marcos Intermodal Station
All buses from Plano arrive at one main station in San Marcos.
All bus stations in San Marcos:
338 S Guadalupe St - San Marcos Intermodal Station
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