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Compare 2 ways to travel from Gainesville to San Marcos

Bus
Average priceUS$134 - US$134Average duration14h 35m
11kg CO₂e5 out of 5 stars
Most eco-friendly
Train
Average priceUS$45 - US$45Average duration9h
39kg CO₂e1 out of 5 stars
CheapestFastest
busbud logoBusbud recommends taking the bus from Gainesville to San Marcos

Among the sustainable travel choices, the bus stands out as a good way to reach San Marcos. The journey takes about 14 hours 35 minutes and with fares starting at just US$134, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

1bus per day
14h 35mAverage duration
US$134Cheapest ticket
11kgCO₂ emissions

Bus Gainesville to San Marcos: Trip Overview

Average ticket priceUS$134
Average bus trip duration14h 35m
Number of daily buses1
Earliest bus departure17:00
Distance265 miles

Gainesville to San Marcos Bus

Busbud helps you find a bus from Gainesville to San Marcos. Get the best fare and schedule, book a round trip ticket or find buses with WiFi and electrical outlets.

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

  1. How far is San Marcos from Gainesville by coach?

    The journey from Gainesville to San Marcos by coach covers an approximate distance of 269 miles (433 km).

  2. Is there a way to reach San Marcos from Gainesville without flying?

    You can choose the coach to travel this route. The coach provides a comfortable and sustainable journey and allows you to enjoy the sights while reaching your destination. You might also find carpooling options to travel between the two cities.

About Bus Travel

Bus Travel Tips

Make friends with the driver. They usually know a lot about your destination and may even recommend which side of the bus to sit on to get the best views on the road between Gainesville and San Marcos!

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 Gainesville to San Marcos.

Buses are energy-efficient. Carrying a passenger over 100 kms by coach only takes 0.6-0.9 liters of gas. Compare that to the 2.6 liters required by high-speed train, 6.6 liters by airplane and 7.6 liters by gas-powered car, and it's clear that the bus is a more environmentally-conscious option for your bus transportation from Gainesville to San Marcos.

Make a music playlist for your bus ride from Gainesville to San Marcos, and enjoy the scenery to tunes from your own personal soundtrack.

Did you know?

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.

One of the longest bus route in the world goes all the way from Ontario to Alberta in Canada (with the same bus). This trip is 3,435 km or 2,135 miles long and the price is a bit under $100.

9.2% of ground transportation in Europe is done by bus versus 7.4% by train.

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Bus from Gainesville to San Marcos

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