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Journey Information
There are 2 intercity buses per day from McAllen to Brandon. Traveling by bus from McAllen to Brandon usually takes around 31 hours and 20 minutes, but the fastest El Expreso Bus bus can make the trip in 30 hours and 18 minutes.
| Distance | 988 mi (1589 km) |
| Shortest duration | 30h 18m |
| Cheapest price | €190.44 |
| Most frequent service | El Expreso Bus |
| Bus lines | 1 |
What bus companies travel from McAllen to Brandon?
There is one intercity bus company available to search and book on Wanderu that operates from McAllen to Brandon. El Expreso Bus is the one bus line that serves this route. Although it's the sole option, there are a couple of different scheduled times to choose from.
| Bus | Daily Trips | Avg. Time | Avg. Price |
|---|---|---|---|
| El Expreso Bus | 2 | 1d 7h 21m | €190.44 |
El Expreso Bus, a sub-brand of Tornado Bus Company, operates intercity bus trips in the United States, plus several routes that cross the border into Mexico. The carrier’s professional and helpful staff are often fluent in both English and Spanish. El Expreso buses feature comfortable seats, onboard restrooms, power outlets, and free WiFi. The average ticket price for a McAllen to Brandon trip is €190 on El Expreso Bus, and they usually make the trip in just 31 hours and 21 minutes.
Frequently Asked Questions
The bus takes an average of 31 hours and 20 minutes to cover the 1589 kilometers from McAllen to Brandon. However, the fastest bus only takes 30 hours and 18 minutes. It’s definitely on the longer side, so plan to get comfortable for a long road 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.
The first bus leaves at 10:00am and the last bus leaves at 12:00pm. To see the times for all buses from McAllen to Brandon, enter your specific travel dates in the search bar.
City Information
Station Information
Where does the bus leave from in McAllen?
Image credit: Distrito Medico Monterrey
Link to image attributionMain departure station: 1501 W Highway 83
Most buses depart from the main station in McAllen.
All bus stations in McAllen:
1501 W Highway 83
Where does the bus arrive in Brandon?
Main arrival station: El Mercadito
All buses from McAllen arrive at one main station in Brandon.
Bus stations in Brandon:
El Mercadito
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