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Journey Information
There are 7 intercity buses per day from Matamoros to Harlingen. Traveling by bus from Matamoros to Harlingen usually takes around 2 hours, but the fastest El Expreso Bus bus can make the trip in just one hour,
| Distance | 347 mi (558 km) |
| Shortest duration | 1h 0m |
| Cheapest price | $20.00 |
| Trips per day | 7 |
| Most frequent service | El Expreso Bus |
| Bus lines | 2 |
What bus companies travel from Matamoros to Harlingen?
There are two bus lines that have daily service from Matamoros to Harlingen that you can compare and book on Wanderu. Of these two carriers, El Expreso Bus usually offers more choice, with 4 scheduled trips per day.
| Bus | Daily Trips | Avg. Time | Avg. Price |
|---|---|---|---|
| El Expreso Bus | 4 | 1h 45m | $20.00 |
| Tornado Bus | 3 | 2h 11m | $25.00 |
Frequently Asked Questions
The bus takes an average of 2 hours to cover the 347 miles from Matamoros to Harlingen. However, the fastest bus only takes an hour. It's the perfect amount of time to take a nap, get some work done, or watch a movie. 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.
Thursday is usually the day of the week when buses are busiest. If you are planning to travel on a Thursday, you should make sure to book tickets well in advance as they may sell out.
On the other hand, Tuesday is typically the least busy day for bus travel on this route. If you’re looking for a little extra space, a Tuesday ticket is the way to go.
The first bus leaves at 6:00am and the last bus leaves at 8:00pm. To see the times for all buses from Matamoros to Harlingen, enter your specific travel dates in the search bar.
City Information
Station Information
Where does the bus leave from in Matamoros?
Main departure station: Central de Autobuses Lucio Blanco
Most buses depart from the main station in Matamoros.
All bus stations in Matamoros:
Central de Autobuses Lucio Blanco
Where does the bus arrive in Harlingen?
Main arrival station: US-83 BUS
These are the two stations where buses may stop when they arrive in Harlingen.
All bus stations in Harlingen:
US-83 BUS
US-83 BUS
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