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Journey Information
There is one daily bus from McAllen to Little Rock. Traveling by bus from McAllen to Little Rock usually takes around 14 hours and 34 minutes, but the fastest El Expreso Bus bus can make the trip in 13 hours and 49.8 minutes.
| Distance | 688 mi (1107 km) |
| Shortest duration | 13h 50m |
| Cheapest price | $180.00 |
| Most frequent service | El Expreso Bus |
| Bus lines | 1 |
What bus companies travel from McAllen to Little Rock?
There is one intercity bus company available to search and book on Wanderu that operates from McAllen to Little Rock. El Expreso Bus is the only company that has bus schedules available to search and book at the moment. It only makes the trip once a day on most days.
| Bus | Daily Trips | Avg. Time | Avg. Price |
|---|---|---|---|
| El Expreso Bus | 1 | 14h 34m | $195.00 |
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The bus takes an average of 14 hours and 34 minutes to cover the 688 miles from McAllen to Little Rock. However, the fastest bus only takes 13 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.
There is usually only one bus per day from McAllen to Little Rock. It leaves the station in McAllen at 9:00am each day. The time might vary for specific dates, so be sure to search on Wanderu for the most up-to-date information.
City Information
Little Rock
Little Rock is the state capital of Arkansas and is famous for its history. The city itself is named after a rocky outcrop on the Arkansas River that early travelers used as a landmark.
One of the city's many attractions is the William J. Clinton Presidential Museum, which contains a replica of the Oval Office. It is also home to the Arkansas State Capitol building, built in the image of the one in Washington D.C.
The city's River Market district offers bustling stalls selling food and local products, and there are many cafes, grocery shops, and restaurants. It serves as Little Rock's downtown hub, with art galleries and the entertainment district close by, as well as the 30-acre Riverfront Park, where you can enjoy walking, cycling, and hiking.
The city has the Clinton National Airport for air travel. There's also the Amtrak Texas Eagle service stops in the city before going to cities like Chicago, San Antonio, and even Los Angeles. Bus services come from Dallas, Austin, Texarkana, New York, and more.
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 Little Rock?
Main arrival station: 8000 Geyer Springs Rd
All buses from McAllen arrive at one main station in Little Rock.
All bus stations in Little Rock:
8000 Geyer Springs Rd
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