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Journey Information
There are 2 intercity buses per day from McAllen to Matamoros. Traveling by bus from McAllen to Matamoros usually takes around 2 hours, but some buses might arrive slightly earlier or later than scheduled depending on traffic conditions.
| Distance | 314 mi (506 km) |
| Shortest duration | 2h 0m |
| Cheapest price | $30.00 |
| Trips per day | 2 |
| Most frequent service | El Expreso Bus |
| Bus lines | 2 |
What bus companies travel from McAllen to Matamoros?
There are two bus lines that have daily service from McAllen to Matamoros that you can compare and book on Wanderu. However, each company only runs one bus per day.
| Bus | Daily Trips | Avg. Time | Avg. Price |
|---|---|---|---|
| El Expreso Bus | 1 | 2h 15m | $30.00 |
| Tornado Bus | 1 | 2h 15m | $30.00 |
Frequently Asked Questions
The bus takes an average of 2 hours to cover the 314 miles from McAllen to Matamoros. It's the perfect amount of time to take a nap, get some work done, or watch a movie. 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.
Sunday tends to be the busiest day for buses, as many passengers take the bus to Matamoros at the end of the week. If you are planning to travel on a Sunday, 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 2:00pm and the last bus leaves at 5:00pm. To see the times for all buses from McAllen to Matamoros, enter your specific travel dates in the search bar.
City Information
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 Matamoros?
Main arrival station: Central de Autobuses Lucio Blanco
All buses from McAllen arrive at one main station in Matamoros.
All bus stations in Matamoros:
Central de Autobuses Lucio Blanco
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