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Bus from Brownsville to McAllen: Journey Information
There are 17 intercity buses per day from Brownsville to McAllen. Traveling by bus from Brownsville to McAllen usually takes around one hour and 33 minutes, but the fastest Greyhound bus can make the trip in just one hour and 5 minutes.
| Distance | 50 mi (81 km) |
| Shortest duration | 1h 5m |
| Cheapest price | $20.10 |
| Trips per day | 17 |
| Most frequent service | Greyhound |
| Bus lines | 3 |
Buses from Brownsville to McAllen
- FlixBus US: 7 daily buses from C$20
- Greyhound: 8 daily buses from C$20
- Tornado Bus: 1 daily buses from C$50
How much is a bus ticket from Brownsville to McAllen?
Bus tickets for a trip from Brownsville to McAllen cost $26.72 on average. This is an excellent value for the trip. If you book your trip ahead of time using Wanderu, you can easily find bus tickets at or below this price
Average bus ticket prices from Brownsville to McAllen by travel date
If you're planning to travel by bus from Brownsville to McAllen in the next month, the average ticket price is expected to range from $23 to $30. The cheapest bus tickets available in the next few weeks are for trips departing on April 6, 2025.
If you’re looking to travel to McAllen this week, bus tickets are available starting at $26.
Prices as travel date approaches
To save money on bus tickets, buy them as early as possible. Bus carriers usually charge higher ticket prices the closer you book to the date of travel. Booking a few days before your trip can make your ticket cheaper than booking day-of.
What bus companies travel from Brownsville to McAllen?
There are 3 bus lines from Brownsville to McAllen available for you to search and compare on Wanderu. With 8 daily trips, Greyhound usually has the most buses running on any given day. Here are some time and price comparisons for all the available options:
| Bus | Daily Trips | Avg. Time | Avg. Price |
|---|---|---|---|
| FlixBus US | 7 | 1h 34m | $26.79 |
| Greyhound | 8 | 1h 34m | $26.85 |
| Tornado Bus | 1 | 1h 6m | $51.35 |
FlixBus US is the American branch of German bus company FlixBus, known for providing sustainable, affordable, and modern bus travel. The company offers cheap bus tickets to popular urban destinations throughout the United States. FlixBus US buses include many amenities, including comfortable seats, free WiFi, power outlets at every seat, and an online portal for free entertainment. On average, FlixBus US operates 7 trips per day from Brownsville to McAllen, and the average ticket for this route costs only .
Greyhound is the largest nationwide bus carrier in the United States, offering cheap, safe and reliable service across the country. Greyhound has become a household name, serving over 16 million passengers per year with daily trips to over 2,400 destinations. Greyhound performs about 8 bus trips from Brownsville to McAllen every day, with the average journey taking around 1 hours and 34 minutes to complete. Bus tickets for Greyhound trips to McAllen usually start from $20.
Frequently asked questions about traveling by bus from Brownsville to McAllen
The bus takes an average of one hour and 33 minutes to cover the 81 kilometers from Brownsville to McAllen. However, the fastest bus only takes an hour and 5 minutes. You'll have just enough time for a small nap on this relatively short bus trip. Keep in mind that your actual bus may arrive earlier or later than scheduled, depending on whether there is more or less traffic than usual.
Sunday tends to be the busiest day for buses, as many passengers take the bus to McAllen at the end of the week. If you are planning to travel on a Sunday, you should make sure to book tickets well in advance as they may sell out.
On the other hand, Wednesday is typically the least busy day for bus travel on this route. If you're looking for some extra space on the bus, traveling mid-week is your best bet.
The first bus leaves at 3:00am and the last bus leaves at 9:00pm. To see the times for all buses from Brownsville to McAllen, enter your specific travel dates in the search bar.
City Information
Station Information
Where does the bus leave from in Brownsville?
Main departure station: Brownsville Bus Station
Brownsville has two bus stations with service to McAllen.
All bus stations in Brownsville:
Brownsville Bus Station
Tornado Bus Station
Where does the bus arrive in McAllen?
Main arrival station: Tornado Bus Station
These are the two stations where buses may stop when they arrive in McAllen.
Bus stations in McAllen:
Tornado Bus Station
1501 W Highway 83
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