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Matamoros to Harlingen Bus Schedule
Bus from Matamoros to Harlingen: Journey Information
There are 5 intercity buses per day from Matamoros to Harlingen. Traveling by bus from Matamoros to Harlingen usually takes around 3 hours and 12 minutes, but the fastest Tornado Bus bus can make the trip in 2 hours and 30 minutes.
| Distance | 25 mi (41 km) |
| Shortest duration | 2h 30m |
| Cheapest price | €8.65 |
| Trips per day | 5 |
| Most frequent service | Tornado 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, Tornado Bus usually offers more choice, with 5 scheduled trips per day.
| Bus | Daily Trips | Avg. Time | Avg. Price |
|---|---|---|---|
| FlixBus US | 1 | 3h 35m | €11.15 |
| Tornado Bus | 5 | 2h 57m | €43.34 |
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 1 trips per day from Matamoros to Harlingen, and the average ticket for this route costs only .
Frequently asked questions about traveling by bus from Matamoros to Harlingen
The bus takes an average of 3 hours and 12 minutes to cover the 25 miles from Matamoros to Harlingen. However, the fastest bus only takes 2 hours and 30 minutes. 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, Sunday is typically the least busy day for bus travel on this route. If you are looking for less crowded buses to Harlingen, book your ticket for the last day of the week.
The first bus leaves at 5:00am and the last bus leaves at 7:00pm. 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: Luis Aguilar #14 Col. Modelo
Matamoros has two bus stations with service to Harlingen.
All bus stations in Matamoros:
Luis Aguilar #14 Col. Modelo
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Where does the bus arrive in Harlingen?
Main arrival station: US-83 BUS
Buses arrive in Harlingen at 3 stations, depending on which bus line you are traveling with.
All bus stations in Harlingen:
US-83 BUS
US-83 BUS
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