Bus Tickets from Chicago to San Marcos, TX, US

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Next departures for Chicago to San Marcos on August 30
Operated byVehicle typeDeparture timeDeparture locationTrip durationArrival timeArrival locationRecommendedPrice and booking link
FlixBus + Greyhound Lines, Inc. + Valley Transit
Downtown Greyhound Station
San Marcos StationCheapest
Tornado Bus + Expreso
Chicago, IL
 Restaurant MazatlanFastest
FlixBus + Greyhound Lines, Inc. + Greyhound Lines Mexico
Downtown Greyhound Station
San Marcos StationNo tags
FlixBus + Greyhound Lines, Inc. + Valley Transit
Downtown Greyhound Station
San Marcos StationNo tags
Greyhound Lines, Inc. + Valley Transit
537-517 W. Jackson Blvd
San Marcos StationNo tags

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Compare 2 ways to go from Chicago to San Marcos

Bus
Average PriceUS$106 - US$390Average Duration1d 2h
40kg CO₂e5 out of 5 stars
CheapestFastestMost eco-friendly
Train
Average PriceUS$164 - US$1,094Average Duration1d 9h
148kg CO₂e1 out of 5 stars
busbud logoBusbud recommends taking the bus from Chicago to San Marcos

Among the sustainable travel choices, the bus stands out as a good way to reach San Marcos. The journey takes about 1 day, 2 hours, and with fares starting at just US$106, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

26bus per day
1d 2hAverage Duration
US$106Cheapest ticket
40kgCO₂ emissions

Bus Chicago to San Marcos, TX, US: Trip Overview

Average Ticket PriceUS$248
Average Bus Trip Duration1d 2h
Number of daily buses26
Earliest bus departure12:15am
Distance1617 km
Latest bus departure11:59pm

Chicago to San Marcos Bus

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Frequently asked questions on the trip Chicago - San Marcos, TX, US

  1. What is the distance between Chicago and San Marcos?

    The distance covered from Chicago to San Marcos is 1629 km (1010 miles).

  2. What are the departure and arrival locations for buses traveling from Chicago to San Marcos?

    Buses traveling this route start their trip at Downtown Greyhound Station, in Chicago, and end it at San Marcos Station, in San Marcos.

Find cheapest prices for buses

Price is for a one-way ticket for one passenger and based on past searches.

Best price found
08-26
US$235
08-27
US$235
Today
US$235
08-29
US$235
08-30
US$235
08-31
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busbud logoThe cheapest trip from Chicago to San Marcos, TX, US was searched and found on Aug 26, 2025 with a price of US$235

To save money and be sure you have the best seat, it's a good idea to buy your bus tickets from Chicago to San Marcos, TX, US, as early as possible.

You can expect to pay from US$235 to US$250 for a bus ticket from Chicago to San Marcos, TX, US based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at US$235 which is on 2025-08-29.

About Bus Travel

Bus Travel Tips

Meet and talk to locals at the bus stations while travelling from Chicago to San Marcos.There is no better way to get inside travel information while exploring a new city than to go straight to its people.

From miles long of beauteous natural landscapes to impressive man-crafted sights, you’re bound to be in for a visual treat on your bus trip from Chicago to San Marcos.

Buses have one of the smallest carbon footprints of motorized transport modes. A bus going from Chicago to San Marcos will emit less CO2 than a car or an airplane.

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Did you know?

Did you know some bus companies in Germany offer to their passenger low-costs snacks and regional beer based on their destination? Prosit!

The Superbus, created by a Dutch engineer is the world's fastest bus with 250 km/h. Too bad it's only a prototype for now.

Did you know that 80% of the buses in North America are equipped with WiFi and power outlets ? And 60% of bus travellers have used their electronic device on board during 2014.

Will you be returning to Chicago by bus?

Bus from San Marcos, TX, US to Chicago

You can also go to San Marcos, TX, US by train

Train from Chicago to San Marcos, TX, US

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