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Journey Information
There are 2 intercity buses per day from McAllen to Clearwater. Traveling by bus from McAllen to Clearwater usually takes around 27 hours and 53 minutes, but the fastest El Expreso Bus bus can make the trip in 26 hours and 49.8 minutes.
| Distance | 956 mi (1539 km) |
| Shortest duration | 26h 50m |
| Cheapest price | $294.42 |
| Most frequent service | El Expreso Bus |
| Bus lines | 1 |
What bus companies travel from McAllen to Clearwater?
There is one intercity bus company available to search and book on Wanderu that operates from McAllen to Clearwater. 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 3h 53m | $294.42 |
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 Clearwater trip is $294 on El Expreso Bus, and they usually make the trip in just 27 hours and 53 minutes.
Frequently Asked Questions
The bus takes an average of 27 hours and 53 minutes to cover the 1539 kilometers from McAllen to Clearwater. However, the fastest bus only takes 26 hours and 49.8 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 Clearwater, 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 Clearwater?
Main arrival station: Paisano Help
All buses from McAllen arrive at one main station in Clearwater.
Bus stations in Clearwater:
Paisano Help
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