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Bus Houston to McAllen: Trip Overview

Bus Houston to McAllen: Trip Overview

Average ticket price$55
Average bus trip duration6h 30m
Number of daily buses2
Earliest bus departure9:35 AM
Distance294 miles (474 km)
Latest bus departure10:05 AM

Houston to McAllen Buses

Busbud helps you find a bus from Houston to McAllen. Get the best fare and schedule, book a round trip ticket or find buses with WiFi and electrical outlets.

We make sure you can find a bus service from Houston to McAllen from the most reliable bus companies operating this trip.

From cheap bus tickets to more luxurious buses traveling from Houston to McAllen, we offer a wide range of bus services to best suit your needs depending on how much your budget is.

Information on this bus route

Daily Departures2
Earliest and Latest Bus Departures9:35AM - 10:05AM
Minimum Price$39
Average Ticket Price$55
Minimum Trip Duration6h30m
Average Bus Trip Duration6h30m
Distance294 miles (474 km)
Bus Companies on This RouteGreyhound
Frequently Asked Questions

Frequently asked questions for your trip Houston - McAllen

The bus is the best choice to get to McAllen without flying. The bus provides a cost-effective, safe, and easy way to travel between the two cities. Taking a ride with other travelers through carpool services is an additional option to consider.

On average, the trip from Houston to McAllen takes around 6h 30m, but the fastest bus can get you there in about 6h 30m. This is the time it takes to travel the 302 miles (487 km) that separate the two cities.

The distance separating Houston and McAllen is 302 miles (487 km).

You can choose from 2 travel times and travel with Greyhound. Depending on the day of the week, the number of buses available from Houston to McAllen may vary. Want to make your bus journey from Houston to McAllen as effortless as possible? Busbud has got you covered! Browse schedules, pick the perfect bus for your travel style and budget - all in one place.

The bus service operates between 9:35 AM and 10:05 AM.

The majority of buses traveling from Houston to McAllen start their journey at Downtown Greyhound Station and wind up at McAllen Bus Station. These are the main departure and arrival locations on this route, there are other pick-up and drop-off locations that could make it easier for you to reach your destination.

You can save a lot of money on your trip from Houston to McAllen by choosing to travel by bus. With prices starting at $55, you won't find a cheaper way to get there.

You can expect to pay around $55 for a bus ticket. In the past 30 days, prices have fluctuated between $55 and $86, so it's best to compare them to make sure you get the best deal.

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 Houston and McAllen!

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

Taking the bus creates the smallest carbon footprint compared to other modes of transport. Not to mention that buses will allow you to discover scenic gems from Houston to McAllen that are otherwise impossible to come by with a plane.

Make a music playlist for your bus ride from Houston to McAllen, and enjoy the scenery to tunes from your own personal soundtrack.

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.

The bus driver with the longest career in the world drove more than 2,000,000 miles and is a happy World Record holder.

Did you know some bus companies in Germany offer to their passenger low-costs snacks and regional beer based on their destination? Prosit!

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