Bus Tickets from Chicago to San Marcos, TX, US

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  • This trip is recommended because it is: Cheapest
    Departure time: August 30 at
    Departure city: Chicago
    Departure location: Downtown Greyhound Station
    Arrival time: August 31 at
    Destination city: San Marcos
    Destination location: San Marcos Station
    Operated by: FlixBus + Greyhound Lines, Inc. + Valley Transit
    FlixBus + Greyhound Lines, Inc. + Valley Transit
    Vehicle: BusDuration:
  • This trip is recommended because it is: Fastest
    Departure time: August 30 at
    Departure city: Chicago
    Departure location: Chicago, IL
    Arrival time: August 31 at
    Destination city: San Marcos
    Destination location: Restaurant Mazatlan
    Operated by: Tornado Bus + Expreso
    Tornado Bus + Expreso
    Vehicle: BusDuration:
  • Departure time: August 30 at
    Departure city: Chicago
    Departure location: Downtown Greyhound Station
    Arrival time: August 31 at
    Destination city: San Marcos
    Destination location: San Marcos Station
    Operated by: FlixBus + Greyhound Lines, Inc. + Greyhound Lines Mexico
    FlixBus + Greyhound Lines, Inc. + Greyhound Lines Mexico
    Vehicle: BusDuration:
  • Departure time: August 30 at
    Departure city: Chicago
    Departure location: Downtown Greyhound Station
    Arrival time: September 1 at
    Destination city: San Marcos
    Destination location: San Marcos Station
    Operated by: FlixBus + Greyhound Lines, Inc. + Valley Transit
    FlixBus + Greyhound Lines, Inc. + Valley Transit
    Vehicle: BusDuration:
  • Departure time: August 30 at
    Departure city: Chicago
    Departure location: 537-517 W. Jackson Blvd
    Arrival time: August 31 at
    Destination city: San Marcos
    Destination location: San Marcos Station
    Operated by: Greyhound Lines, Inc. + Valley Transit
    Greyhound Lines, Inc. + Valley Transit
    Vehicle: BusDuration:

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Compare 2 ways to go from Chicago to San Marcos.

Bus
Average Price$106 - $390Average Duration1d 2h
40kg CO₂e5 out of 5 stars
CheapestFastestMost eco-friendly
Train
Average Price$164 - $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 the good way to reach San Marcos. The journey takes about 1 day, 2 hours and with fares starting at just $106, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

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

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

Average ticket price$248
Average bus trip duration1d 2h
Number of daily buses26
Earliest bus departure12:15am
Distance1003 miles (1617 km)
Latest bus departure11:59pm

Chicago to San Marcos Bus

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

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08/26
$235
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$235
08/28
$235
08/29
$235
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$235
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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 $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 $235 to $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 $235 which is on 2025-08-28.

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Bus Travel Tips

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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 travelers have used their electronic device on board during 2014.

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