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Journey Information
There are 2 intercity buses per day from Wilson to McAllen. Traveling by bus from Wilson to McAllen usually takes around 59 hours and 30 minutes, but the fastest Greyhound bus can make the trip in 48 hours and 5 minutes.
| Distance | 1368 mi (2201 km) |
| Shortest duration | 48h 5m |
| Cheapest price | $208.79 |
| Most frequent service | Greyhound |
| Bus lines | 1 |
What bus companies travel from Wilson to McAllen?
There is one intercity bus company available to search and book on Wanderu that operates from Wilson to McAllen. Greyhound 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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Greyhound | 2 | 2d 11h 31m | $234.44 |
Greyhound is the largest nationwide bus 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 2 bus trips from Wilson to McAllen every day, with the average journey taking around 59 hours and 31 minutes to complete. Bus tickets for Greyhound trips to McAllen usually start from $209.
Frequently Asked Questions
The bus takes an average of 59 hours and 30 minutes to cover the 1368 miles from Wilson to McAllen. However, the fastest bus only takes 48 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 bus may arrive earlier or later than scheduled, depending on whether there is more or less traffic than usual.
The first bus leaves at 5:00pm and the last bus leaves at 6:00pm. To see the times for all buses from Wilson to McAllen, enter your specific travel dates in the search bar.
City Information
Wilson
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Link to image attributionWilson, North Carolina, was historically known as the World's Greatest Tobacco Market. The city is located in Wilson County, home to the eponymous Wilson Botanical Gardens, Wilson Rose Garden, and Lake Wilson. The city also offers several attractions to delight history enthusiasts, like the Imagination Station Science & History Museum and the Freeman Round House of African-American History. Catch a game at local Fleming Stadium, or visit off-season to walk through the NC Baseball Museum on-site. Wilson is also known for its wind-powered sculptures in the Vollis Simpson Whirligig Park.
Wilson's bars and clubs comprise a fun nightlife and entertainment scene. The city features brewing companies, tequila bars, and wineries so you can have a good time no matter your drink of choice. The best spots for music, shopping, art, and food are in Historic Downtown Wilson.
You can easily travel to Wilson by train or bus from over 30 other cities. Residents and visitors ride the Amtrak Palmetto and Amtrak Carolinian trains or hop on the Tornado Bus, Wanda Coach, and El Expreso Bus. Wilson also features an on-demand micro-transit service called RIDE and is a bicycle-friendly community.
Station Information
Where does the bus leave from in Wilson?
Main departure station: 401 E Nash St
Most buses depart from the main station in Wilson.
All bus stations in Wilson:
401 E Nash St
Where does the bus arrive in McAllen?
Main arrival station: Tornado Bus Station
All buses from Wilson arrive at one main station in McAllen.
All bus stations in McAllen:
Tornado Bus Station
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