Transportation : International Student and Scholar Services (ISSS) : Texas State University

Transportation to Texas State University

Texas State University is approximately 40 minutes from Austin Bergstrom International Airport, and approximately 50 minutes from San Antonio International Airport.

IF YOU ARRIVE AFTER 5:00 PM, MOST HOUSING OFFICES (ON AND OFF CAMPUS) WILL BE CLOSED. You may want to consider finding a nearby hotel to stay the night until the morning when housing offices are open. Try to make transportation arrangements from the airport to San Marcos prior to your arrival. Do your best to arrive in San Marcos when your housing accommodation is open.

AUSTIN-BERSTROM INTERNATIONAL AIRPORT

SAN ANTONIO INTERNATIONAL AIRPORT

Texas State Transportation

Bobcat Shuttle

Bobcat Shuttle system is in operation during all class days.
Free for students and scholars. Active map to find your bus schedule.

AIRPORT SHUTTLE SERVICE

Service provided to students and scholars at the beginning and end of the semester for drop off and pick up at the Austin Airport. Limited dates.

Grocery Store Shuttle

Service provided to students bi-weekly to Austin area grocery stores. Limited space. Reservation required.

Bobcat Safe Rides

Bobcat Safe Rides is an on and off-campus ride service used to provide students with a means of transportation seven days a week.

Community Transportation

The Bus

San Marcos Transit is a fixed route service for the citizens of San Marcos and visitors. $1 each way. Free with TXST ID Card. 6am-6pm.

Amtrak Train

More expensive option, but fun. The train travels daily between Chicago and San Antonio through major cities like Austin and Dallas.

Bike

Biking is a good choice for students who live close to campus.
Follow the rules of the road. Be safe wear a helmet.

Greyhound Bus

The Greyhound Buses offer travel services to 3,800 locations across the US. Visit the San Marcos Greyhound Bus Station or website.

Spin Scooter

The dockless scooter share system lets you find and unlock a nearby scooter from your smartphone.

Interurban Bus

The Interurban Coach Bus is a regional intercity route providing connections between Austin, Bastrop, Bertram, Burnet, Georgetown, Liberty Hill, etc.

Rideshare

Learn more about Uber, Lyft, SuperShuttle, myCommuteSolutions, and VIA Vanpool.

Students Parking Services

Residence Hall Parking

Students living on campus in residence halls have two parking permit options. You may purchase a Green Residence Hall Permit or a Gold Mill Street/Residence Hall Permit.

Learn more about the Green Residence permit
Information for students in Sterry, Lantana, and Butler
Learn more about the Gold Mill/Residence permit

Commuter Parking

Students living off campus may purchase the Purple Commuter/Perimeter Permit. Learn more about the Purple Commuter permit

Bobcat Village Apartment Parking

Students living on campus in the Bobcat Village apartments may purchase a Silver Bobcat Village Apartment Permit

Parking Services

Matthews Street Garage
202 Student Center Dr.
San Marcos, TX 78666
512-245-2887
parking@txstate.edu

Monday - Friday: 8am - 5pm
Weekend: closed

Parking Services Map

San Marcos & Round Rock

Purchase Parking Permit

Access by log in with your TXST NetID and Password.

Additional Permits and Parking

Learn more about your options for motorcycle parking and accessible parking.

Motorcycle Permits

Motorcycle parking (MC) is available in many lots and garages around campus. A motorcycle permit lets you park in any all-zone MC parking area.

Accessible Parking

Accessible parking is available for students with a state-issued Persons with Disabilities Parking Placard or License Plate and a valid TXST permit.

Driver's License for International Visitors (F-1 and J-1)

International students and scholars who will be in the US for longer than 30 days and plan to drive a car should obtain a Texas Driver’s License at the Texas Department of Public Safety (DPS). Access to a car, knowledge of Texas driving regulations, as well as testable driving skills are basic requirements for a driver’s license. You must provide your own vehicle when taking the driving test.

Review: Driver's License for International Visitors (F-1 and J-1)