How do I get from Austin to McAllen without flying?

The bus is the best choice to get to McAllen without flying. The bus trip is an affordable, safe and convenient way to travel between the two cities. Alternatively, you can also use carpooling services.

How long is the bus trip from Austin to McAllen?

The average travel time from Austin to McAllen is about 7h, but the quickest bus can get you there in about 5h 28m. This is the time it takes to travel the 283 miles (455 km) that separate the two cities.

How far is Austin from McAllen?

About 283 miles (455 km) separate Austin and McAllen.

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

Most of the buses traveling from Austin to McAllen leave from Greyhound Station and arrive at McAllen Bus Station. These are the main departure and arrival locations on this route, but you can also find other options that could better fit your plans.

What is the cheapest way to go from Austin to McAllen?

The cheapest way to travel this route is by bus. $43 is the starting point for the cost-effective bus ride to McAllen from Austin.

How much does a bus ticket from Austin to McAllen cost?

The average price of a one-way ticket from Austin to McAllen is $57. In the last 30 days, the prices ranged from $43 to $94, so it's good to do your research before booking.

Austin (TX), US to McAllen Bus Tickets

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TomorrowMay 15

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from $53

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Cheap buses leaving Friday

One passenger / one way

This trip is recommended because it is: Cheapest
Departure time: May 16 at 7:40pm
Departure city: Austin
Departure location: Austin Eastside Bus Plaza
Arrival time: May 17 at 2:05am
Destination city: McAllen
Destination location: Mcallen Bus Station
Operated by: Valley Transit Co., Inc.
Vehicle: BusDuration: 6h 25m
This trip is recommended because it is: Fastest
Departure time: May 16 at 10:53am
Departure city: Austin
Departure location: Austin, (TX - TBC Austin)
Arrival time: May 16 at 4:21pm
Destination city: McAllen
Destination location: Central Station
Operated by: Expreso
Vehicle: BusDuration: 5h 28m
Departure time: May 16 at 3:30am
Departure city: Austin
Departure location: Austin Eastside Bus Plaza
Arrival time: May 16 at 11:50am
Destination city: McAllen
Destination location: Mcallen Bus Station
Operated by: Greyhound Lines Mexico + Valley Transit Co., Inc.
Greyhound Lines Mexico + Valley Transit Co., Inc.
Vehicle: BusDuration: 8h 20m
Departure time: May 16 at 11:15am
Departure city: Austin
Departure location: Austin Eastside Bus Plaza
Arrival time: May 16 at 7:45pm
Destination city: McAllen
Destination location: Mcallen Bus Station
Operated by: Valley Transit Co., Inc.
Vehicle: BusDuration: 8h 30m
Departure time: May 16 at 11:45pm
Departure city: Austin
Departure location: Austin Eastside Bus Plaza
Arrival time: May 17 at 5:50am
Destination city: McAllen
Destination location: Mcallen Bus Station
Operated by: Greyhound Lines, Inc. + Valley Transit Co., Inc.
Greyhound Lines, Inc. + Valley Transit Co., Inc.
Vehicle: BusDuration: 6h 5m

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Bus Austin to McAllen: Trip Overview

Average ticket price$57

Average bus trip duration7h

Number of daily buses10

Earliest bus departure3:30am

Distance281 miles (453 km)

Latest bus departure11:45pm

Compare bus companies

Tornado Bus

3/5127 reviews

Staff5

Timeliness1.7

Cleanliness5

Wifi2.5

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,2 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 $90.00 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.

Tornado Bus Austin McAllen recent customer reviews

The bus was supposed arrive at the station at 4:30pm. It went over by almost 2 hours. It had an uneccesary stop for gas after just having stoped at San Antonio. The bus did not have any wifi or power supply as promise. The entertainment screen was also shut off.

Eduardo G.

March 19, 2018

It was awful the bus was 3 hours late and this was supposed to be a nonstop bus and it stopped several times ... I was supposed to arrive at 4:30 in McAllen and didn't arrive until after 8pm

Edith C.

January 16, 2018

Valley Transit

3.5/521 reviews

Staff4.4

Timeliness4.4

Cleanliness4.1

Wifi2.8

FlixBus

3.5/58,615 reviews

Staff4.1

Timeliness4

Cleanliness4.1

Wifi2.6

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.

Greyhound

3.5/586,978 reviews

Staff3.6

Timeliness2.8

Cleanliness3.3

Wifi2.3

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.

Greyhound Austin McAllen recent customer reviews

Customer service in Austin Tx was perfect but in San Antonio Tx nobody wanted to help me with my luggage even if I got the disable labels on them and in the same San Antonio tx nobody said anything about people cutting the line to get in the bus and we, the disabled people have to be there having all kind of difficulties to get in the bus

Maria J.

October 13, 2018

The bus was running an hour late which made me arrive late to where I needed to be

Valerie P.

August 25, 2018

My first bus was 30 minutes late which almost made me miss my connecting bus. Also, the driver seem like he didn’t know where he was going. He circled the connecting station for 15 minutes trying to find an entrance. Second bus with was dingy, dirty and falling apart. The seat that I had was broken and not working. The back leaned all the way back and the seat leaned forward all the way. Zero comfort zero support. Horrible ride. Fail!!

Andrew S.

December 13, 2017

US bus companies: FlixBus, Greyhound, Los Limousines, Tornado Bus, Valley Transit, Tufesa, Wanda Coach

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Where are the popular stops in Austin and McAllen?

Stops in Austin

A - Greyhound Station

B - Airport Blvd

C - Brazos St

D - Ben White Bd & I-35

Stops in McAllen

A - McAllen Bus Station

Frequently asked questions for your trip Austin - McAllen

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What is the cheapest way to go from Austin to McAllen?
How much does a bus ticket from Austin to McAllen cost?

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

Best price found

05/12

$51

05/13

$56

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05/16

$53

05/17

$51

05/18

$45

05/19

$48

The cheapest trip from Austin to McAllen was searched and found on May 18, 2025 with a price of $45

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

You can expect to pay from $45 to $85 for a bus ticket from Austin to McAllen based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at $45 which is on 2025-05-18.

Usually Expreso 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.

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Bus Travel Tips

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Buses have one of the smallest carbon footprints of motorized transport modes. A bus going from Austin to McAllen will emit less CO2 than a car or an airplane.

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Did you know?

The Superbus, created by a Dutch engineer is the world's fastest bus with 250 km/h. Too bad it's only a prototype for now.

The average number of passengers on a coach bus is 32 meaning that a bus could replace a minimum of at least 30 cars!

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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