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Journey Information
There are 13 intercity buses per day from San Antonio to McAllen. Traveling by bus from San Antonio to McAllen usually takes around 5 hours and 11 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 | NOK 295.36 |
Trips per day | 11 |
Most frequent service | Greyhound |
Bus lines | 3 |
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Buses from San Antonio to McAllen
- FlixBus US: 6 daily buses from NOK 296
- Greyhound: 6 daily buses from NOK 296
- Tornado Bus: 2 daily buses from NOK 821
How much is a bus ticket from San Antonio to McAllen?
Bus tickets for a trip from San Antonio to McAllen cost NOK 443.36 on average. Tickets cheaper than NOK 443.36 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
If you're planning to travel by bus from San Antonio to McAllen in the next month, the average ticket price is expected to range from NOK 438 to NOK 493. The cheapest bus tickets available in the next few weeks are for trips departing on May 29, 2024.
If you’re looking to travel to McAllen this week, bus tickets are available starting at NOK 449.
Monthly average prices
Prices as travel date approaches
To save money on bus tickets, buy them as early as possible. Bus carriers usually charge higher ticket prices the closer you book to the date of travel. Book your ticket at least 24 days in advance to save up to NOK 198.58.
What bus companies travel from San Antonio to McAllen?
There are 3 bus lines from San Antonio to McAllen 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 |
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FlixBus US | 6 | 5h 12m | NOK 470.51 |
Greyhound | 6 | 5h 12m | NOK 465.26 |
Tornado Bus | 2 | 3h 39m | NOK 821.05 |
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 6 trips per day from San Antonio to McAllen, 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 San Antonio to McAllen every day, with the average journey taking around 5 hours and 12 minutes to complete. Bus tickets for Greyhound trips to McAllen usually start from NOK 295.
Frequently Asked Questions
The bus takes an average of 5 hours and 11 minutes to cover the 223 miles from San Antonio to McAllen. 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.
With many people traveling in the middle of the week, Wednesday is the busiest day of the week for bus travel. If you are planning to travel on a Wednesday, you should make sure to book tickets well in advance as they may sell out.
On the other hand, Monday is typically the least busy day for bus travel on this route. For a less crowded trip, try to book your bus travel for the beginning of the week.
The first bus leaves at 12:00am and the last bus leaves at 9:00pm. To see the times for all buses from San Antonio to McAllen, 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 San Antonio?
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Link to image attributionMain departure 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
Where does the bus arrive in McAllen?
Main arrival station: Tornado Bus Station
These are the two stations where buses may stop when they arrive in McAllen.
All bus stations in McAllen:
Tornado Bus Station
1501 W Highway 83
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