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Journey Information
There are 4 intercity coaches per day from San Antonio to Harlingen. Traveling by coach from San Antonio to Harlingen usually takes around 6 hours and 33 minutes, but the fastest Greyhound coach can make the trip in 5 hours and 5 minutes.
| Distance | 229 mi (368 km) |
| Shortest duration | 5h 5m |
| Cheapest price | £23.32 |
| Trips per day | 3 |
| Most frequent service | Greyhound |
| Coach lines | 2 |
How much is a coach ticket from San Antonio to Harlingen?
£27.59 is the average price of a bus ticket from San Antonio to Harlingen. Taking a bus is an affordable way to make this trip. It’s easy to find a bus ticket at this price or lower when you use Wanderu to book your trip online in advance of your travel date.
Average prices by travel date
Over the next four weeks, the average price of bus tickets from San Antonio to Harlingen is expected to be between £27 and £34. The cheapest day to travel in the next month is 8 May 2024, when tickets are available for 8 May 2024. The cheapest bus tickets available in the next week start at just £27.
Monthly average prices
What coach companies travel from San Antonio to Harlingen?
There are two bus lines that have daily service from San Antonio to Harlingen that you can compare and book on Wanderu. Of these two carriers, Greyhound usually offers more choice, with 4 scheduled trips per day.
| Coach | Daily Trips | Avg. Time | Avg. Price |
|---|---|---|---|
| FlixBus US | 4 | 6h 36m | £46.77 |
| Greyhound | 4 | 6h 34m | £31.29 |
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 4 trips per day from San Antonio to Harlingen, and the average ticket for this route costs only .
Greyhound is the largest nationwide coach 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 4 bus trips from San Antonio to Harlingen every day, with the average journey taking around 6 hours and 34 minutes to complete. Bus tickets for Greyhound trips to Harlingen usually start from £21.
Frequently Asked Questions
The coach takes an average of 6 hours and 33 minutes to cover the 229 miles from San Antonio to Harlingen. However, the fastest coach only takes 5 hours and 5 minutes. It’s definitely on the longer side, so plan to get comfortable for a long road trip. Keep in mind that your actual coach may arrive earlier or later than scheduled, depending on whether there is more or less traffic than usual.
"Friday is the busiest travel day for coaches as people head from San Antonio to Harlingen for the weekend. If you are planning to travel on a Friday, you should make sure to book tickets well in advance as they may sell out.
On the other hand, Monday is typically the least busy day for coach travel on this route. For a less crowded trip, try to book your coach travel for the beginning of the week."
The first coach leaves at 01:00 and the last coach leaves at 13:00. To see the times for all coaches from San Antonio to Harlingen, enter your specific travel dates in the search bar.
City Information
San Antonio
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Image credit: Unsplash
Image credit: Unsplash
San Antonio is a fast-growing city located in the southwest corner of the Texas Triangle. In addition to the alluring year-round warm weather, San Antonio offers a blend of rich history with contemporary attractions and cuisine.
If there's one thing to remember from your trip to San Antonio, it’s the Alamo! This 18th century fortress is one of five Spanish missions in the San Antonio Missions National Historical Park, all of which are connected by a scenic hiking and biking trail. If history isn't your thing, the River Walk along the San Antonio River is a much livelier spot. This shaded path is lined with shops and restaurants, and you could spend an entire day strolling, shopping, and eating along the river. Don't sleep on the riverside bars, either – San Antonio is one of the cheapest drinking cities in the U.S. so you can bar-hop to your heart’s (and your wallet’s) delight.
Traveling with little ones? San Antonio is home to the San Antonio Zoo, SeaWorld, and Six Flags Fiesta Texas, any one of which will provide a thrilling adventure with no screen time required. Visitors of all ages will find treasures at Historic Market Square, the largest Mexican market in the U.S., where handcrafted art from local artisans is available alongside authentic Mexican food.
San Antonio is one of the biggest cities in the Lone Star State, so it is very easy to travel to other Texas destinations like Austin, Houston, and Dallas by bus or by train, or to destinations farther afield through the San Antonio International Airport.
Station Information
Where does the coach leave from in San Antonio?
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Link to image attributionMain departure station: Bus Terminal - 500 N St Marys St
The San Antonio Bus Terminal on St. Mary’s Street is open 24 hours a day, and welcomes travelers on Jefferson Lines and Greyhound bus trips throughout Texas and beyond. Just a stone’s throw from the San Antonio River in downtown, the bus station offers connections to local transit via nearby public bus stops and ample parking for those who’d like to leave their car in a lot or garage. Fresh food can be purchased in the station, or stop by any one of the nearby cafes and restaurants for a bite before your trip.
All coach stations in San Antonio:
Bus Terminal - 500 N St Marys St
Where does the coach arrive in Harlingen?
Main arrival station: 215 E Monroe Ave
All coaches from San Antonio arrive at one main station in Harlingen.
Coach stations in Harlingen:
215 E Monroe Ave
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