What is the distance between McAllen and Matamoros?

The distance separating McAllen and Matamoros is 51 miles (82 km).

What are the departure and arrival stations when taking the bus from McAllen to Matamoros?

If you're headed to Matamoros from McAllen, chances are that your bus will leave from McAllen Bus Station and arrive at Terminal de Autobuses de Matamoros. These are the primary departure and arrival locations on this route, but you could find others that could be a better fit for your travel plans.

Bus McAllen to Matamoros from $9 | Refundable Tickets

Next bus departures

Next departures for McAllen to Matamoros on November 23
Operated by	Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended	Price and booking link
	Bus	11:55am	Mcallen Bus Station	3h 5m	3:00pm	Matamoros(Hotel Los Lirios)	CheapestFastest

Next departures for McAllen to Matamoros on November 27
Operated by	Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
	Bus	5:50am	Mcallen Bus Station	3h 10m	9:00am	Matamoros(Hotel Los Lirios)	Cheapest
	Bus	2:23pm	Central Station	2h 15m	4:38pm	Matamoros	Fastest
	Bus	11:55am	Mcallen Bus Station	3h 5m	3:00pm	Matamoros(Hotel Los Lirios)	No tags
Expreso + Tornado Bus	Bus	2:23pm	Central Station	4h 12m	6:35pm	Matamoros	No tags

Last refresh of the prices: Last Wednesday at 1:23 AM CST.

Compare 2 ways to go from McAllen to Matamoros

We recommend taking the bus

Among the sustainable travel choices, the bus stands out as the good way to reach Matamoros. The journey takes about 3 hours 10 minutes and with fares starting at just $16, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

3bus per day

3h 10mAverage Duration

52 milesDistance

2kgCO₂ emissions

	Average Price	Average Duration	CO₂ emissions	Actions
Bus	Average Price$16 - $43	Average Duration3h 10m	CO₂ emissions 2kg CO₂e
Carpool	Average Price$6 - $6	Average Duration1h 40m	CO₂ emissions 3kg CO₂e

Where are the popular stops in McAllen and Matamoros?

Stops in McAllen

A
McAllen Bus Station
1501 U.S. 83 Business, McAllen, TX 78501, USA

Stops in Matamoros

A
Terminal de Autobuses de Matamoros
Luis Aguilar 8, Modelo, 87360 Matamoros, Tamps., Mexico
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B
Sucursal Periferico MAM Parada de Autobuses
Blvd. Manuel Cabazos Lerma # 14 entre candido aguilar y av. Del Maestro, Matamoros 87390
C
Plaza Fiesta Parada de Autobuses
Avenida Pedro Cárdenas 100 (Fraccionamento Vitoria), 87390 Matamoros, TAMPS
D
La Copa Matamoros - Parada de Autobuses
Av. Rigo Tovar 2119 antes Prolongación González (Col. Lázaro Cárdenas), 87370 Matamoros

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Valley Transit

3/533 reviews

Staff3.8

Timeliness3.4

Cleanliness2.9

Wifi2.3

Tornado Bus

3/5156 reviews

Staff4.5

Timeliness3.3

Cleanliness4.5

Wifi3.8

A Texas-based company, Tornado Bus operates throughout the United States, with routes connecting major cities, including Houston, San Antonio and El Paso. Each day,1 buses leave from their terminals to destinations across the continent. Their buses are equipped with free Wi-Fi, air conditioning, bathrooms, power outlets and a comfortable amount of legroom. With prices as low as $43 for a short ride, Tornado offers options for budget travelers, without compromising comfort. and those looking for a little luxury. The company requires printed tickets for boarding and their tickets are non-refundable, but you can exchange them up to two hours before travel time for a fee. With a friendly staff and multiple routes, traveling with Tornado is a convenient way to get around.

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Frequently asked questions about traveling from McAllen to Matamoros, TAM by bus

What is the distance between McAllen and Matamoros?
What are the departure and arrival stations when taking the bus from McAllen to Matamoros?

Find cheapest prices for buses

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

Best price found

11/21

$10

11/22

$10

Today

$10

11/24

$9

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11/26

$10

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$10

11/28

$9

The cheapest trip from McAllen to Matamoros, TAM was searched and found on Nov 24, 2025 with a price of $9

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

You can expect to pay from $9 to $40 for a bus ticket from McAllen to Matamoros, TAM based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at $9 which is on 2025-11-24.

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.