Cheap bus tickets from McAllen to Harlingen

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Bus from McAllen to Harlingen: Journey Information

There are 4 intercity buses per day from McAllen to Harlingen. Traveling by bus from McAllen to Harlingen usually takes around 50 minutes, but the fastest Tornado Bus bus can make the trip in 25 minutes.

Distance: 33 mi (53 km)
Shortest duration: 25m
Cheapest price: $9.48
Trips per day: 4
Most frequent service: Greyhound
Bus lines: 3

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McAllen to Harlingen Bus Schedule

There are several bus options that can take you from McAllen to Harlingen:

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How much is a bus ticket from McAllen to Harlingen?

Bus tickets for a trip from McAllen to Harlingen cost $10.42 on average. This is an excellent value for the trip. If you book your trip ahead of time using Wanderu, you can easily find bus tickets at or below this price.

Average bus ticket prices from McAllen to Harlingen by travel date

If you're planning to travel by bus from McAllen to Harlingen in the next month, the average ticket price is expected to range from $9 to $11. The cheapest bus tickets available in the next few weeks are for trips departing on October 7, 2026. If you’re looking to travel to Harlingen this week, bus tickets are available starting at $10.

Average bus ticket prices from McAllen to Harlingen by month

Traveling from McAllen to Harlingen by bus will cost you about the same throughout the year. In general, bus ticket prices for this route are fairly consistent, so expect to pay around $12 whenever you decide to travel.

Prices as travel date approaches

Most bus companies charge higher ticket prices closer to the date of travel, so it’s a good idea to buy your bus tickets as early as possible. To find the cheapest bus tickets, book your trip at least 9 days in advance. This way, you can save up to $1.60 on your bus ticket compared to booking last-minute.

What bus companies travel from McAllen to Harlingen?

There are 3 bus lines from McAllen to Harlingen available for you to search and compare on Wanderu. With 4 daily trips, Greyhound usually has the most buses running on any given day. Here are some time and price comparisons for all the available options:

Bus	Daily Trips	Avg. Time	Avg. Price
FlixBus US	2	55m	$11.29
Greyhound	4	49m	$10.74
Tornado Bus	1	25m	$20.00

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 2 trips per day from McAllen to Harlingen, and the average ticket for this route costs only $11.29.
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 4 bus trips from McAllen to Harlingen every day, with the average journey taking around 0 hours and 49 minutes to complete. Bus tickets for Greyhound trips to Harlingen usually start from $9.48.
Tornado Bus is a Texan bus company operating in Texas and Mexico. Their bus service connects cities such as Houston, McAllen, San Antonio, and the international border at El Paso. Their buses offer onboard WiFi, plenty of leg room, air conditioning, restrooms, and power outlets.

Frequently asked questions about traveling by bus from McAllen to Harlingen

There are 4 scheduled buses that travel from McAllen to Harlingen every day, so you have a decent number of options to choose from. Furthermore, all of these are direct buses which you can take the entire route from McAllen to Harlingen without transferring.

Trips per day

Direct trips

The bus takes an average of 50 minutes to cover the 33 miles from McAllen to Harlingen. However, the fastest bus only takes 25 minutes. It's a short trip that goes by very quickly. 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.

Distance (mi)

Distance (km)

The first bus leaves at 11:55am and the last bus leaves at 11:40pm. To see the times for all buses from McAllen to Harlingen, enter your specific travel dates in the search bar.

Earliest bus

11:55am

Latest bus

11:40pm

Because many passengers travel from McAllen to Harlingen at the beginning of the work week, Monday is usually the busiest day for buses. If you are planning to travel on a Monday, you should make sure to book tickets well in advance as they may sell out. On the other hand, Thursday is typically the least busy day for bus travel on this route. If you’re looking for a little extra space, a Thursday ticket is the way to go.

Most crowded

Monday

Least crowded

Thursday

Station Information

Where does the bus leave from in McAllen?

Main departure station: Tornado Bus Station

McAllen has two bus stations with service to Harlingen.

All bus stations in McAllen:

Tornado Bus Station
1501 W Highway 83

Where does the bus arrive in Harlingen?

Main arrival station: Harlingen Bus Station

These are the two stations where buses may stop when they arrive in Harlingen.

All bus stations in Harlingen:

Harlingen Bus Station
US-83 BUS

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