Find coaches from McAllen to Houston, US

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Next departures from McAllen to Houston on 31 October
Operated byVehicle typeDeparture timeDeparture locationTrip durationArrival timeArrival locationRecommendedPrice and booking link
Greyhound Lines, Inc.
Mcallen Bus Station
Houston Bus StationCheapest
Expreso
Central Station
Houston Southwest, (TX - EEX Houston Southwest)Fastest
Greyhound Lines Mexico
Mcallen Bus Station
Houston Bus StationNo tags
Valley Transit
Mcallen Bus Station
Houston Bus StationNo tags
Expreso
Central Station
Houston AirlineNo tags

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Get from McAllen to Houston

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The journey takes about 6 hours 40 minutes, and with fares starting at just US$44, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

16bus per day
6h 40mAverage duration
489 kmDistance
12kgCO₂ emissions

Bus McAllen to Houston, US: Trip Overview

Average ticket priceUS$69
Average bus trip duration6h 40m
Number of daily buses16
Earliest bus departure10:10
Distance488 km
Latest bus departure23:15

McAllen to Houston Bus

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Frequently asked questions on the trip McAllen - Houston, US

  1. How much does a bus ticket from McAllen to Houston cost?

    The bus ticket price from McAllen to Houston starts at US$44. The best way to find cheap bus tickets from McAllen to Houston is to book your tickets as early as possible. Prices tend to rise as your travel date approaches, so book in advance to secure the best prices!

  2. How long is the bus ride from McAllen to Houston?

    The average travel time between McAllen and Houston is around 6h 40m, although the fastest bus will take about 4h 35m. This is the time it takes to travel the 487 km that separates the two cities.

  3. How many daily bus connections are there between McAllen and Houston?

    The number of buses from McAllen to Houston can differ depending on the day of the week. On average, there are 16 on this route. Some buses run direct routes, while others have layovers. Simplify your bus trip from McAllen to Houston by comparing and selecting the bus that fits your travel style and budget on Busbud.

  4. Which bus companies travel from McAllen to Houston?

    When taking the bus from McAllen to Houston, you can travel comfortably and safely with Tornado Bus, Valley Transit, Greyhound.

Find cheapest prices for buses

Price is for a one-way ticket for one passenger and based on past searches.

Best price found
28/10
US$49
29/10
US$44
Today
US$49
31/10
US$45
01/11
US$44
02/11
US$44
03/11
US$40
04/11
US$44
busbud logoThe cheapest trip from McAllen to Houston, US was searched and found on 03 Nov 2025 with a price of US$40

To save money and be sure you have the best seat, it's a good idea to buy your bus tickets from McAllen to Houston, US as early as possible.

You can expect to pay from US$40 to US$91 for a bus ticket from McAllen to Houston, US based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at US$40, which is on 2025-11-03.

Usually Tornado Bus will charge you higher prices for tickets closer to the departure date. To find the best prices, you should be flexible on your date of travel.

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 McAllen and Houston!

Start sightseeing the minute your bus leaves the station. If you're on the night bus from McAllen to Houston, get comfy and count the stars.

Buses have the smallest carbon footprint of all motorized transport modes. A bus going from McAllen to Houston will emit half the CO2 emitted by a train, and radically less than a car or an airplane.

Tune out to the fine sounds of your best music playlist on your bus trip from McAllen to Houston while indulging in miles on end of beautiful scenic views.

Did you know?

It takes 27 hours to go by bus from Lima to Cusco, one of the craziest bus trips on the world. This route is used daily by locals and backpackers.

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.

Did you know there are on average 4,400 intercity bus departures every day in the US only? This number has been growing for 9 years in a row, yay!

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