What is the cheapest way to get from Phoenix to San Marcos?

The cheapest way to get from Phoenix to San Marcos is to bus which costs $60 - $120 and takes 10h 9m.

What is the fastest way to get from Phoenix to San Marcos?

The fastest way to get from Phoenix to San Marcos is to fly which takes 2h 28m and costs $65 - $320.

Is there a direct bus between Phoenix and San Marcos?

No, there is no direct bus from Phoenix station to San Marcos. However, there are services departing from Phoenix Bus Station and arriving at Mission Rd & Pico Av via Santa Fe Depot and Escondido Transit Center Stall 6. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 10h 9m.

How far is it from Phoenix to San Marcos?

The distance between Phoenix and San Marcos is 317 miles. The road distance is 346.8 miles.

How do I travel from Phoenix to San Marcos without a car?

The best way to get from Phoenix to San Marcos without a car is to bus which takes 10h 9m and costs $60 - $120.

How long does it take to get from Phoenix to San Marcos?

It takes approximately 2h 28m to get from Phoenix to San Marcos, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Phoenix to San Marcos bus from?

Phoenix to San Marcos bus services, operated by Greyhound USA, depart from Phoenix Bus Station.

Bus or fly from Phoenix to San Marcos?

The best way to get from Phoenix to San Marcos is to fly which takes 2h 28m and costs $65 - $320. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs $60 - $120 and takes 10h 9m.

Where does the Phoenix to San Marcos bus arrive?

Phoenix to San Marcos bus services, operated by Greyhound USA, arrive at San Diego Greyhound Bus Stop station.

Can I drive from Phoenix to San Marcos?

Yes, the driving distance between Phoenix to San Marcos is 347 miles. It takes approximately 5h 59m to drive from Phoenix to San Marcos.

Where can I stay near San Marcos?

There are 980+ hotels available in San Marcos.

Phoenix to San Marcos - 6 ways to travel via train, plane, bus, and car

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There are 6 ways to get from Phoenix to San Marcos by plane, bus (Greyhound), car, bus, or train

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Fly Phoenix to Mcclellan–Palomar Airport
best
1. Fly from Phoenix (PHX) to Mcclellan–Palomar Airport (CLD)plane PHX - CLD
2h 28m
$69–320
Bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Phoenix Bus Station to San Diego Greyhound Bus Stopbus Greyhound US0851S
2. Take the bus from Santa Fe Depot to Escondido Transit Centerbus 235 / ...
10h 9m
$60–116
Drive 344.8 mi
1. Drive from Phoenix to San Marcoscar 344.8 mi
5h 59m
$63–91
Fly Scottsdale Airport to Mcclellan–Palomar Airport
1. Fly from Scottsdale Airport (SCF) to Mcclellan–Palomar Airport (CLD)plane SCF - CLD
3h 11m
$73–344
Fly Phoenix to San Diego International Airport, bus
1. Fly from Phoenix (PHX) to San Diego International Airport (SAN)plane PHX - SAN
2. Take the bus from Broadway & 1st Av to Escondido Transit Centerbus
4h 51m
$106–347
Bus, train
1. Take the bus from Phoenix Bus Station to San Bernardino Downtown Transit Centerbus FlixBus 2054
2. Take the train from San Bernardino - Downtown to Oceansidetrain IE-OC Line
10h 31m
$67–110

Phoenix to San Marcos by bus and tram

14Weekly Services

10h 9mAverage Duration

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Distance: 314.9 mi
Duration: 2h 28m

What companies run services between Phoenix, AZ, USA and San Marcos, CA, USA?

American Airlines flies from Phoenix (PHX) to Mcclellan–Palomar Airport (CLD) 3 times a day. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Phoenix Bus Station to Mission Rd & Pico Av via San Diego Greyhound Bus Stop, Old Town Station, Santa Fe Depot, Santa Fe Depot, Escondido Transit Center, and Escondido Transit Center Stall 6 in around 10h 9m.

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