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Journey Information
There are 14 intercity buses per day from San Marcos to Fort Worth. Traveling by bus from San Marcos to Fort Worth usually takes around 8 hours and 7 minutes, but the fastest Tornado Bus bus can make the trip in 4 hours and 35 minutes.
| Distance | 202 mi (325 km) |
| Shortest duration | 4h 35m |
| Cheapest price | $31.48 |
| Trips per day | 16 |
| Most frequent service | Tornado Bus |
| Bus lines | 2 |
How much is a bus ticket from San Marcos to Fort Worth?
Bus tickets for a trip from San Marcos to Fort Worth cost $32.98 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.
Average prices by travel date
Over the next four weeks, the average price of bus tickets from San Marcos to Fort Worth is expected to be between $32 and $79. The cheapest day to travel in the next month is May 19, 2024, when tickets are available for May 19, 2024. The cheapest bus tickets available in the next week start at just $42.
Monthly average prices
Prices as travel date approaches
Most bus companies charge higher ticket prices closer to the date of travel, so it’s a good idea to buy your bus tickets as early as possible. To find the cheapest bus tickets, book your trip at least 26 days in advance. This way, you can save up to $50.55 on your bus ticket compared to booking last-minute.
What bus companies travel from San Marcos to Fort Worth?
There are two bus lines that have daily service from San Marcos to Fort Worth that you can compare and book on Wanderu. Of these two carriers, Tornado Bus usually offers more choice, with 15 scheduled trips per day.
| Bus | Daily Trips | Avg. Time | Avg. Price |
|---|---|---|---|
| FlixBus US | 2 | 7h 27m | $63.49 |
| Tornado Bus | 15 | 8h 49m | $75.53 |
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 Fort Worth, and the average ticket for this route costs only .
Frequently Asked Questions
The bus takes an average of 8 hours and 7 minutes to cover the 202 miles from San Marcos to Fort Worth. However, the fastest bus only takes 4 hours and 35 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.
Friday is the busiest travel day for buses as people head from San Marcos to Fort Worth for the weekend. If you are planning to travel on a Friday, 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 2:00am and the last bus leaves at 8:00pm. To see the times for all buses from San Marcos to Fort Worth, enter your specific travel dates in the search bar.
There are 14 scheduled buses that travel from San Marcos to Fort Worth every day, so you have a decent number of options to choose from. This includes 16 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 Fort Worth; ticket prices start at $19.00.
City Information
Fort Worth
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Much more than an afterthought to nearby Dallas, Fort Worth is an exciting destination in its own right. Fort Worth is one of the largest cities in Texas and in the United States overall, because, as we all know, everything is bigger in Texas. With the motto "City of Cowboys and Culture," Fort Worth has activities, sights, and experiences to deliver on both of those fronts.
If you dressed as a cowboy for Halloween as a child (or last year), your first stop should be the Fort Worth Stockyards. Once a livestock market, the Stockyards are now a National Historic District characterized by restaurants, bars, Old-West themed shopping, and live music. Here you can see real Texas Longhorns on a cattle drive twice a day, or attend the Stockyards Championship Rodeo, held every weekend at the Cowtown Coliseum. Can you see why we named Fort Worth one of the best vacation destinations in Texas?
If you're more intrigued by Fort Worth's cultural offerings, you'll be wowed by the breadth of museums to visit. Admire the art at the Modern Art Museum of Fort Worth or the Kimbell Art Museum (whose architecture is a work of art in itself). Outdoor oases like the Fort Worth Botanic Garden and Fort Worth Water Gardens will bring a breath of fresh air - not to mention a chance to dip your feet in the water to cool off.
Luckily, there's no need to ride a horse into Cowtown. Bus service from several local and national carriers, as well as Amtrak train service, make it easy to get to Fort Worth from cities throughout the U.S. Plus, with proximity to one of the world's busiest airports, Dallas/Fort Worth International Airport, you can visit Fort Worth from nearly anywhere on the globe.
Station Information
Where does the bus leave from in San Marcos?
Main departure station: Restaurant Mazatlan
San Marcos has two bus stations with service to Fort Worth.
All bus stations in San Marcos:
Restaurant Mazatlan
338 S Guadalupe St - San Marcos Intermodal Station
Where does the bus arrive in Fort Worth?
Main arrival station: TBC - 4200 S. Freeway
Buses arrive in Fort Worth at 3 stations, depending on which bus line you are traveling with.
All bus stations in Fort Worth:
TBC - 4200 S. Freeway
Central Station
916 Main Street & 8th St.
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