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San Marcos to Tyler Bus Schedule
Bus from San Marcos to Tyler: Journey Information
There are 2 intercity buses per day from San Marcos to Tyler. Traveling by bus from San Marcos to Tyler usually takes around 10 hours and 32 minutes, but the fastest Tornado Bus bus can make the trip in 7 hours and 20 minutes.
| Distance | 231 mi (372 km) |
| Shortest duration | 7h 20m |
| Cheapest price | $68.97 |
| Trips per day | 7 |
| Most frequent service | FlixBus US |
| Bus lines | 2 |

What bus companies travel from San Marcos to Tyler?
There are two bus lines that have daily service from San Marcos to Tyler that you can compare and book on Wanderu. Of these two carriers, FlixBus US usually offers more choice, with 2 scheduled trips per day.
| Bus | Daily Trips | Avg. Time | Avg. Price |
|---|---|---|---|
| FlixBus US | 2 | 10h 41m | $118.34 |
| Tornado Bus | 7 | 8h 4m | $150.00 |
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 San Marcos to Tyler, and the average ticket for this route costs only .
Frequently asked questions about traveling by bus from San Marcos to Tyler
The bus takes an average of 10 hours and 32 minutes to cover the 231 miles from San Marcos to Tyler. However, the fastest bus only takes 7 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, Sunday is typically the least busy day for bus travel on this route. If you are looking for less crowded buses to Tyler, book your ticket for the last day of the week.
The first bus leaves at 12:00pm and the last bus leaves at 10:00pm. To see the times for all buses from San Marcos to Tyler, 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: 338 S Guadalupe St - San Marcos Intermodal Station
San Marcos has two bus stations with service to Tyler.
All bus stations in San Marcos:
338 S Guadalupe St - San Marcos Intermodal Station
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Where does the bus arrive in Tyler?
Main arrival station: City of Tyler - 210 E Oakwood St.
These are the two stations where buses may stop when they arrive in Tyler.
All bus stations in Tyler:
City of Tyler - 210 E Oakwood St.
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