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Journey Information
There are 2 intercity buses per day from San Marcos to Stockton. Traveling by bus from San Marcos to Stockton usually takes around 47 hours and 14 minutes, but the fastest FlixBus US bus can make the trip in 45 hours and 30 minutes.
| Distance | 1445 mi (2326 km) |
| Shortest duration | 45h 30m |
| Cheapest price | $256.47 |
| Most frequent service | FlixBus US |
| Bus lines | 1 |
What bus companies travel from San Marcos to Stockton?
There is one intercity bus company available to search and book on Wanderu that operates from San Marcos to Stockton. 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 | 1d 23h 15m | $386.52 |
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 Stockton, and the average ticket for this route costs only .
Frequently Asked Questions
The bus takes an average of 47 hours and 14 minutes to cover the 1445 miles from San Marcos to Stockton. However, the fastest bus only takes 45 hours and 30 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.
With many people traveling in the middle of the week, Wednesday is the busiest day of the week for bus travel. If you are planning to travel on a Wednesday, 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 Stockton, book your ticket for the last day of the week.
The first bus leaves at 10:00am and the last bus leaves at 9:00pm. To see the times for all buses from San Marcos to Stockton, enter your specific travel dates in the search bar.
There are usually only 2 buses per day from San Marcos to Stockton. However, neither bus offers direct service, so you will have to get off your original vehicle to transfer buses during the trip.
Need more travel options? Consider taking the train from San Marcos to Stockton; ticket prices start at $254.25.
City Information
Stockton
Stockton, California, is a diverse, creative, and culturally rich city. It's also in the perfect place for various Cali weekend trips, with Sacramento, San Francisco, and Yosemite National Park all within reach. Stockton is an excellent place to post up while touring Northern California.
And of course, there's plenty to do in the city itself. The Bob Hope Theatre, sometimes known as "The Fox" by locals, is a popular entertainment venue and a beautifully preserved piece of Stockton's history. The recent refurbishment has produced a magnificent place for local arts productions, film, dance, comedy, and Broadway-style entertainment, as well as the newest in top-name musical entertainment.
Amtrak has multiple routes to Stockton from Bakersfield, Los Angeles, and Sacramento. Jefferson Lines provides the most bus service to the city, and buses go from Stockton to cities across the nation, including Phoenix, Huntington Park, and even Ontario. The city has its own airport, Stockton Airport (SCK), although some travelers also use the airport in Sacramento for more flight options.
Station Information
Where does the bus leave from in San Marcos?
Main departure station: 338 S Guadalupe St - San Marcos Intermodal Station
Most buses depart from the main station in San Marcos.
All bus stations in San Marcos:
338 S Guadalupe St - San Marcos Intermodal Station
Where does the bus arrive in Stockton?
Main arrival station: Central Autobuses
All buses from San Marcos arrive at one main station in Stockton.
All bus stations in Stockton:
Central Autobuses
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