How much is the bus ticket from New Orleans to McAllen?

The cheapest bus tickets from New Orleans to McAllen start from $114. The average price for this route is around $164. Busbud recommends that you book your tickets in advance for a better chance to get the lowest possible price.

How long is the bus ride from New Orleans to McAllen?

The average bus trip duration from New Orleans to McAllen is 20h 50m, covering a distance of 551 miles (888 km). The quickest bus can get you there in 17h 10m and is operated by FlixBus .

Which bus companies service the New Orleans to McAllen route?

Several major bus companies operate on this route with 5 buses available per day, including services from Greyhound , FlixBus .

What is the earliest and latest departure time for the bus from New Orleans to McAllen?

The earliest bus departs from New Orleans to McAllen at 6:10am. And the latest bus departs at 11:00pm.

What are the CO₂ emissions for the bus trip from New Orleans to McAllen?

A bus trip from New Orleans to McAllen generates an estimated 22 kg of CO₂, making it a highly eco-friendly travel option and recommended mode of travel by Busbud.

What is the best bus company from New Orleans to McAllen?

According to Busbud customers, the highest-rated bus company on this route is Greyhound , with an average rating of 3.5 out of 5 stars based on 87463 reviews.

Which bus company has the best Wi-Fi from New Orleans to McAllen?

Based on reviews on Busbud, the bus company FlixBus has the best Wi-Fi rating with a score of 2.7.

Which bus company has the most timely service from New Orleans to McAllen?

According to Busbud traveller reviews, the most timely bus company on this route is FlixBus , with a punctuality rating of 3.9 out of 5 stars.

Which bus company has the cleanest buses from New Orleans to McAllen?

According to Busbud traveller reviews, the bus company with the cleanest buses on this route is FlixBus , with a cleanliness rating of 4.1 out of 5 stars.

Bus New Orleans to McAllen from $108 | Refundable Tickets

Next bus departures

Next departures for New Orleans to McAllen on January 9
Operated by	Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Greyhound Lines, Inc. + Valley Transit	Bus	8:50am	New Orleans Bus Station	20h 50m	5:40am	Mcallen Bus Station	Cheapest
	Bus	6:10am	New Orleans Bus Station	17h 25m	11:35pm	Mcallen Bus Station	Fastest
FlixBus + Valley Transit	Bus	7:40am	New Orleans Bus Station	19h 15m	2:55am	Mcallen Bus Station	No tags
Greyhound Lines, Inc. + Valley Transit	Bus	6:10pm	New Orleans Bus Station	17h 40m	11:50am	Mcallen Bus Station	No tags
FlixBus + Valley Transit	Bus	11:00pm	New Orleans Bus Station	21h	8:00pm	Mcallen Bus Station	No tags

Last refresh of the prices: Today at 2:35 AM CST.

Get from New Orleans to McAllen

This route is served by bus only

The journey takes about 20 hours 50 minutes and with fares starting at just $114, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

5bus per day

20h 50mAverage Duration

551 milesDistance

22kgCO₂ emissions

Where are the popular stops in New Orleans and McAllen?

Stops in New Orleans

A
Union Passenger Terminal
1001 Loyola Ave, New Orleans, LA 70113, USA
Visit page

Stops in McAllen

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

Compare bus companies

Greyhound

3.5/587,491 reviews

Staff3.6

Timeliness2.9

Cleanliness3.3

Wifi2.4

Greyhound Lines offers the most comprehensive intercity bus services in the United States. They operate a modern, environmentally friendly fleet that serves more than 2400 destinations and carries nearly 16 million passengers annually. When traveling with them, you can expect free WiFi, onboard entertainment, bathrooms, power outlets and decent legroom. One of the great perks of Greyhound is that they connect big cities and smaller towns in the US, where you usually can't get to by train or plane. If you're looking for safe and affordable transportation, Greyhound is a great choice.

FlixBus

3.5/511,963 reviews

Staff4.1

Timeliness3.9

Cleanliness4.1

Wifi2.7

Flixbus is a European bus operator that offers intercity and bus travel in over 38 countries. Known for their easy-to-spot lime green buses and for offering affordable transportation between cities in Europe and the Americas, Flixbus is a good option for those looking for an affordable, reliable bus company. In their buses, you'll find free WiFi, bathrooms, and power outlets. You can also pay extra to choose your seat and get extra legroom, or even buy a snack or drink onboard directly from the driver. You can reschedule your ticket for a small fee, which varies from $1 to $5, depending on how close you are to the departure date.

US bus companies:FlixBus, BlaBlaCar Bus, Greyhound, ALSA, Intercape, Trenitalia, Big Sky

Frequently asked questions about traveling from New Orleans to McAllen by bus

Please note that schedules, routes, or operator details shown here may be updated or vary at the time of your trip.

How much is the bus ticket from New Orleans to McAllen?
The cheapest bus tickets from New Orleans to McAllen start from $114. The average price for this route is around $164. Busbud recommends that you book your tickets in advance for a better chance to get the lowest possible price.
How long is the bus ride from New Orleans to McAllen?
The average bus trip duration from New Orleans to McAllen is 20h 50m, covering a distance of 551 miles (888 km). The quickest bus can get you there in 17h 10m and is operated by FlixBus.
Which bus companies service the New Orleans to McAllen route?
Several major bus companies operate on this route with 5 buses available per day, including services from Greyhound, FlixBus.
What is the earliest and latest departure time for the bus from New Orleans to McAllen?
The earliest bus departs from New Orleans to McAllen at 6:10am. And the latest bus departs at 11:00pm.
What are the CO₂ emissions for the bus trip from New Orleans to McAllen?
A bus trip from New Orleans to McAllen generates an estimated 22 kg of CO₂, making it a highly eco-friendly travel option and recommended mode of travel by Busbud.
What is the best bus company from New Orleans to McAllen?
According to Busbud customers, the highest-rated bus company on this route is Greyhound, with an average rating of 3.5 out of 5 stars based on 87463 reviews.
Which bus company has the best Wi-Fi from New Orleans to McAllen?
Based on reviews on Busbud, the bus company FlixBus has the best Wi-Fi rating with a score of 2.7.
Which bus company has the most timely service from New Orleans to McAllen?
According to Busbud traveller reviews, the most timely bus company on this route is FlixBus, with a punctuality rating of 3.9 out of 5 stars.
Which bus company has the cleanest buses from New Orleans to McAllen?
According to Busbud traveller reviews, the bus company with the cleanest buses on this route is FlixBus, with a cleanliness rating of 4.1 out of 5 stars.

Find cheapest prices for buses

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

Best price found

01/06

$173

01/07

No data

Today

No data

01/09

$146

01/10

No data

01/11

No data

01/12

No data

01/13

No data

The cheapest trip from New Orleans to McAllen was searched and found on Jan 9, 2026 with a price of $146

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

You can expect to pay from $146 to $173 for a bus ticket from New Orleans to McAllen based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at $146 which is on 2026-01-09.