Next bus departures
| Operated by | Vehicle type | Departure time | Departure location | Trip duration | Arrival time | Arrival location | Recommended | Price and booking link |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
 | Bus | Tornado Bus Station | Restaurant Mazatlan | Cheapest | ||||
| Bus | Tornado Bus Station | Restaurant Mazatlan | Fastest | ||||
Greyhound Lines, Inc. + Greyhound Lines Mexico + FlixBus | Bus | Greyhound Station | San Marcos Station | No tags | ||||
Greyhound Lines, Inc. + Valley Transit | Bus | Greyhound Station | San Marcos Station | No tags | ||||
| Bus | Tornado Bus Station | Restaurant Mazatlan | No tags |
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Compare 2 ways to go from El Paso to San Marcos
Among the sustainable travel choices, the train stands out as a good way to reach San Marcos. The journey takes about 15 hours 35 minutes, and with fares starting at just $194, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.
Where are the popular stops in El Paso and San Marcos?
Stops in El Paso
- A400 W Paisano Dr, El Paso, TX 79901, USA
- B200 W San Antonio Ave, El Paso, TX 79901
Stops in San Marcos
- A338 S Guadalupe St, San Marcos, TX 78666, USA
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San Marcos Bus Stop (Victoria Secret)
1593-1607 Centerpoint Rd, San Marcos, TX 78666, USA - C
San Marcos Bus Stop
1210 S Interstate Hwy 35, San Marcos, TX 78666, USA
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Frequently asked questions about travelling from El Paso, US to San Marcos, TX, US by bus
Please note that schedules, routes, or operator details shown here may be updated or vary at the time of your trip.
How much is the bus ticket from El Paso to San Marcos?
The cheapest bus tickets from El Paso to San Marcos start from $249. The average price for this route is around $258. Busbud recommends that you book your tickets in advance for a better chance to get the lowest possible price.
How long is the bus ride from El Paso to San Marcos?
The average bus travel time from El Paso to San Marcos is 16h 15m, covering a distance of 843 km. The quickest bus can get you there in 14h 50m and is operated by Tornado Bus.
Which bus companies service the El Paso to San Marcos route?
Several major bus companies operate on this route with 6 buses available per day, including services from Tornado Bus, Greyhound.
What are the earliest and latest departure times for the bus from El Paso to San Marcos?
The earliest bus departs from El Paso to San Marcos at 4:20am. And the latest bus departs at 7:05pm.
What are the CO₂ emissions for the bus trip from El Paso to San Marcos?
A bus trip from El Paso to San Marcos generates an estimated 21 kg of CO₂, making it a highly eco-friendly travel option and a mode of travel recommended by Busbud.
What is the best bus company from El Paso to San Marcos?
According to Busbud customers, the highest-rated bus company on this route is Greyhound, with an average rating of 3.5 out of 5 stars based on 87435 reviews.
Which bus company has the best Wi-Fi from El Paso to San Marcos?
Based on Busbud reviews, the bus company Tornado Bus has the highest Wi-Fi rating with a score of 4.0.
Which bus company has the best on-time performance from El Paso to San Marcos?
According to Busbud traveller reviews, the most punctual bus company on this route is Tornado Bus, with a punctuality rating of 3.3 out of 5 stars.
Which bus company has the cleanest buses from El Paso to San Marcos?
According to Busbud traveller reviews, the bus company with the cleanest buses on this route is Tornado Bus, with a cleanliness rating of 4.4 out of 5 stars.
Find cheapest prices for buses
Price is for a one-way ticket for one passenger and based on past searches.
The cheapest trip from El Paso, US to San Marcos, TX, US was searched and found on Dec 23, 2025 with a price of $246To save money and be sure you have the best seat, it's a good idea to buy your bus tickets from El Paso, US to San Marcos, TX, US, as early as possible.
You can expect to pay from $246 to $246 for a bus ticket from El Paso, US to San Marcos, TX, US based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at $246 which is on 2025-12-26.
