Bus Tickets from San Marcos, TX, US to Chicago

Next departures

Next departures for San Marcos to Chicago on August 28
Operated byVehicle typeDeparture timeDeparture locationTrip durationArrival timeArrival locationRecommendedPrice and booking link
FlixBus + Greyhound Lines Mexico + Greyhound Lines, Inc.
San Marcos Station
Downtown Greyhound StationCheapestFastest
FlixBus + Greyhound Lines Mexico + Greyhound Lines, Inc.
San Marcos Station
537-517 W. Jackson BlvdNo tags
FlixBus + Greyhound Lines Mexico + Greyhound Lines, Inc.
San Marcos Station
Chicago 95Th & Dan RyanNo tags

Accepted payments

  • Visa
  • MasterCard
  • American Express
  • China Union Pay
  • Diners Club Canada
  • Discover Click to Pay
  • JCB payment
  • Klarna (Pay over time)
  • Google Pay

Compare 2 ways to go from San Marcos to Chicago

Bus
Average PriceUS$118 - US$274Average Duration1d 5h
40kg CO₂e5 out of 5 stars
CheapestFastestMost eco-friendly
Train
Average PriceUS$121 - US$1,245Average Duration1d 11h
148kg CO₂e1 out of 5 stars
busbud logoBusbud recommends taking the bus from San Marcos to Chicago

Among the sustainable travel choices, the bus stands out as a good way to reach Chicago. The journey takes about 1 day, 5 hours 50 minutes, and with fares starting at just US$118, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

3bus per day
1d 5hAverage Duration
US$118Cheapest ticket
40kgCO₂ emissions

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

Average Ticket PriceUS$170
Average Bus Trip Duration1d 5h
Number of daily buses3
Earliest bus departure10:20pm
Distance1610 km
Latest bus departure11:30pm

San Marcos to Chicago Bus

With Busbud, comparing and booking tickets for a bus from San Marcos to Chicago is a breeze. Browse through an extensive selection of bus fares and bus schedules to find the best deals.

We make it our job to connect you with the most dependable bus companies that cover bus service from San Marcos to Chicago.

Discover how much the bus trip from San Marcos to Chicago will cost you. Use our filters and sorting features to find the cheapest bus tickets or luxury buses.

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

  1. What is the travel distance from San Marcos to Chicago?

    It's about 1629 km (1010 miles) from San Marcos to Chicago.

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

    Buses departing from San Marcos Station in San Marcos will take you to Downtown Greyhound Station in Chicago.

About Bus Travel

Bus Travel Tips

Meet and talk to locals at the bus stations while travelling from San Marcos to Chicago.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 San Marcos to Chicago.

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

Tune out to the fine sounds of your best music playlist on your bus trip from San Marcos to Chicago while indulging in miles on end of beautiful scenic views.

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 bus driver with the longest career in the world drove more than 2,000,000 miles and is a happy World Record holder.

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.

What's the cheapest way to go from San Marcos, TX, US to Chicago?

busbud logoThe bus is the cheapest travel choice for this destination

Will you be returning to San Marcos, TX, US by bus?

Bus from Chicago to San Marcos, TX, US

You can also go to Chicago by train

Train from San Marcos, TX, US to Chicago

Why choose Busbud?

The Best Way To Book Bus and Train Tickets

Busbud.com makes it easy for you to find, compare and book city-to-city bus tickets, all over the world. We save you the extra trip to the bus station. With several language and currency options available, Busbud seeks to cater to international bus travellers no matter where they are in the world. Busbud prides itself on its worldwide partnerships. We make it possible for you to buy tickets with its large network of trustworthy bus partners like Greyhound, Eurolines, ALSA, OUIBUS (BlaBlaBus), National Express and many others.

People from around the world trust Busbud

‌

Popular Buses Connecting San Marcos

Buses Leaving from San Marcos

Buses Going to San Marcos

Popular Buses Connecting Chicago

Buses Leaving from Chicago

Buses Going to Chicago