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

The cheapest way to get from San Marcos to Gatesville is to drive which costs $22 - $35 and takes 2h 17m.

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

The fastest way to get from San Marcos to Gatesville is to drive which takes 2h 17m and costs $22 - $35.

Is there a direct train between San Marcos and Gatesville?

No, there is no direct train from San Marcos to Gatesville station. However, there are services departing from San Marcos Amtrak and arriving at McGregor Station via . The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 3h 48m.

How far is it from San Marcos to Gatesville?

The distance between San Marcos and Gatesville is 152 miles. The road distance is 125.3 miles.

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

The best way to get from San Marcos to Gatesville without a car is to train which takes 3h 48m and costs $100 - $160.

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

It takes approximately 3h 48m to get from San Marcos to Gatesville, including transfers.

Where do I catch the San Marcos to Gatesville train from?

San Marcos to Gatesville train services, operated by Amtrak, depart from San Marcos Amtrak station.

Where does the San Marcos to Gatesville train arrive?

San Marcos to Gatesville train services, operated by Amtrak, arrive at McGregor Station.

Can I drive from San Marcos to Gatesville?

Yes, the driving distance between San Marcos to Gatesville is 125 miles. It takes approximately 2h 17m to drive from San Marcos to Gatesville.

Where can I stay near Gatesville?

There are nine+ hotels available in Gatesville.

San Marcos to Gatesville - 3 ways to travel via train, bus, taxi, and car

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There are 3 ways to get from San Marcos to Gatesville by train (Amtrak), bus, taxi, or car

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Train (Amtrak)
best
1. Take the train from San Marcos Amtrak to McGregor Stationtrain Texas Eagle
3h 48m
$100–160
Drive 124.5 mi
cheapest
1. Drive from San Marcos to Gatesvillecar 124.5 mi
2h 17m
$23–33
Bus, taxi
1. Take the bus from San Marcos to Austin Eastside Bus Plazabus
2. Take the bus from Austin Eastside Bus Plaza to Killeenbus
3. Take the taxi from Killeen to Gatesvilletaxi
4h 11m
$115–158

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Distance: 150.8 mi
Duration: 3h 48m

What companies run services between San Marcos, TX, USA and Gatesville, TX, USA?

Amtrak operates a train from San Marcos Amtrak to McGregor Station once daily. Tickets cost $40–85 and the journey takes 3h 25m.

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