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Party Bus & Limo Rental in San Marcos, TX

San Marcos sits halfway between Austin and San Antonio, which makes it a great starting point for nights out in either city. Texas State groups, wedding parties and birthday crews book party buses and limos with pickup anywhere in San Marcos.

  • Pickups at apartments, hotels and venues across San Marcos
  • Trips to Austin, New Braunfels and San Antonio
  • Alcohol-free rides available for under-21 groups
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San Marcos party bus and limo rentals

Formals and date parties, birthdays, weddings and river days: San Marcos groups ride for a lot of reasons. We plan the hours around where you're headed, because Austin and San Antonio are each a real drive away.

Quick answer: nights in Austin or San Antonio from San Marcos usually need 5 to 6 hours. Local and New Braunfels plans fit in 4.

Popular plans from San Marcos

Texas State formals and date parties

Ride to the venue together and back. Groups with anyone under 21 ride alcohol-free.

San Marcos to downtown Austin

Book 5 to 6 hours for dinner, Rainey Street and Sixth.

River day shuttle

Get your group to the river and back without juggling cars and parking.

New Braunfels and Gruene

Dinner and dancing in Gruene, about 20 to 25 minutes away.

San Antonio night

The River Walk is about an hour away. Plan 6 hours.

Drive times from San Marcos

Typical drive times from San Marcos, without heavy traffic
DestinationDrive time
Downtown Austin (Sixth Street, Rainey Street)35–50 minutes
New Braunfels and Gruene20–25 minutes
San Antonio River Walk50–60 minutes
Wimberley20–25 minutes
Austin-Bergstrom International Airport (AUS)30–40 minutes

Party bus prices

Sunday–Thursday

$549

3 hours, or $699 for 4 hours

Best value

Friday

$890

4 hours plus a free 5th hour

Saturday

$990

4 hours, books up first

One way · Sun–Thu

$425

Drop-off only, or $600 round trip

Prices are for our standard party buses (up to 22 guests). No service charges. Gratuity isn't included or required; tip based on your experience. Pickups in San Marcos, Kyle, Buda, Dripping Springs and Wimberley add a $100 travel fee. Holiday weekends and big event dates such as F1, ACL and SXSW are quoted separately. Larger buses, limos and SUVs are quoted by vehicle. See the full party bus price guide.

How booking works

  1. See your pricePick your date and hours in the quote form. The estimate shows instantly.
  2. Send your detailsGroup size and pickup. We text you availability and a written price.
  3. Reserve your ridePay in full to book, or 50% if your trip is more than 30 days away.
  4. Ride and celebrateYour driver arrives on time. You bring the playlist.

San Marcos party bus questions

Can college groups with people under 21 book a party bus?

Yes, as an alcohol-free ride. Texas law generally prohibits anyone under 21 from having alcohol, and the driver can end the trip if the rules are broken.

How long is the drive from San Marcos to downtown Austin?

Usually 35 to 50 minutes. Plan 5 to 6 hours for a downtown night.

Do you go from San Marcos to San Antonio or New Braunfels?

Yes. See party bus day trips for more ideas.

Nearby areas we serve

Saturdays book up first

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