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Journey Information
There are 11 intercity buses per day from McAllen to San Antonio. Traveling by bus from McAllen to San Antonio usually takes around 5 hours and 27 minutes, but the fastest Tornado Bus bus can make the trip in 3 hours and 38 minutes.
Distance | 223 mi (359 km) |
Shortest duration | 3h 38m |
Cheapest price | RON 155.45 |
Trips per day | 10 |
Most frequent service | Greyhound |
Bus lines | 3 |
Buses from McAllen to San Antonio
- FlixBus US: 5 daily buses from RON 190
- Greyhound: 6 daily buses from RON 153
- Tornado Bus: 1 daily buses from RON 325
How much is a bus ticket from McAllen to San Antonio?
Bus tickets for a trip from McAllen to San Antonio cost RON 187.68 on average. Tickets cheaper than RON 187.68 are an excellent bargain. If you book your trip ahead of time using Wanderu, you can easily find bus tickets at or below this price.
Average prices by travel date
Bus tickets from McAllen to San Antonio are expected to cost between RON 190 and RON 218 over the next four weeks. If you're planning a trip to San Antonio within the next week, you can find the cheapest bus tickets starting from RON 195. Don't wait too long to book your ticket, as prices tend to rise as the travel date approaches.
Monthly avg. prices
Prices as travel date approaches
The easiest way to save money on bus tickets is by booking in advance! Many carriers increase prices as the travel date approaches, so it's always a good idea to buy your tickets as early as possible. Book at least 28 days in advance to save RON 121.56 or more on your ticket, compared to booking at the last minute.
What bus companies travel from McAllen to San Antonio?
There are 3 bus lines from McAllen to San Antonio available for you to search and compare on Wanderu. With 6 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 | 5 | 5h 17m | RON 215.54 |
Greyhound | 6 | 5h 33m | RON 210.66 |
Tornado Bus | 1 | 3h 39m | RON 336.21 |
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 5 trips per day from McAllen to San Antonio, and the average ticket for this route costs only .
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 6 bus trips from McAllen to San Antonio every day, with the average journey taking around 5 hours and 33 minutes to complete. Bus tickets for Greyhound trips to San Antonio usually start from RON 155.
Frequently Asked Questions
The bus takes an average of 5 hours and 27 minutes to cover the 223 miles from McAllen to San Antonio. However, the fastest bus only takes 3 hours and 38 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.
Friday is the busiest travel day for buses as people head from McAllen to San Antonio for the weekend. If you are planning to travel on a Friday, 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 San Antonio, book your ticket for the last day of the week.
The first bus leaves at 5:00am and the last bus leaves at 11:00pm. To see the times for all buses from McAllen to San Antonio, enter your specific travel dates in the search bar.
City Information
San Antonio
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Image credit: Unsplash
Image credit: Unsplash
San Antonio is a fast-growing city located in the southwest corner of the Texas Triangle. In addition to the alluring year-round warm weather, San Antonio offers a blend of rich history with contemporary attractions and cuisine.
If there's one thing to remember from your trip to San Antonio, it’s the Alamo! This 18th century fortress is one of five Spanish missions in the San Antonio Missions National Historical Park, all of which are connected by a scenic hiking and biking trail. If history isn't your thing, the River Walk along the San Antonio River is a much livelier spot. This shaded path is lined with shops and restaurants, and you could spend an entire day strolling, shopping, and eating along the river. Don't sleep on the riverside bars, either – San Antonio is one of the cheapest drinking cities in the U.S. so you can bar-hop to your heart’s (and your wallet’s) delight.
Traveling with little ones? San Antonio is home to the San Antonio Zoo, SeaWorld, and Six Flags Fiesta Texas, any one of which will provide a thrilling adventure with no screen time required. Visitors of all ages will find treasures at Historic Market Square, the largest Mexican market in the U.S., where handcrafted art from local artisans is available alongside authentic Mexican food.
San Antonio is one of the biggest cities in the Lone Star State, so it is very easy to travel to other Texas destinations like Austin, Houston, and Dallas by bus or by train, or to destinations farther afield through the San Antonio International Airport.
Station Information
Where does the bus leave from in McAllen?
Main departure station: Tornado Bus Station
McAllen has two bus stations with service to San Antonio.
All bus stations in McAllen:
Tornado Bus Station
1501 W Highway 83
Where does the bus arrive in San Antonio?
Image credit: Paul Sableman
Link to image attributionMain arrival station: Bus Terminal - 500 N St Marys St
The San Antonio Bus Terminal on St. Mary’s Street is open 24 hours a day, and welcomes travelers on Jefferson Lines and Greyhound bus trips throughout Texas and beyond. Just a stone’s throw from the San Antonio River in downtown, the bus station offers connections to local transit via nearby public bus stops and ample parking for those who’d like to leave their car in a lot or garage. Fresh food can be purchased in the station, or stop by any one of the nearby cafes and restaurants for a bite before your trip.
All bus stations in San Antonio:
Bus Terminal - 500 N St Marys St
Tornado Bus Station
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