- McAllen to Houston buses
Next bus departures
| Operated by | Vehicle type | Departure time | Departure location | Trip duration | Arrival time | Arrival location | Recommended | Price and booking link |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
![]() | Bus | Mcallen Bus Station | Houston Bus Station | Cheapest | ||||
![]() | Bus | Central Station | Houston Southwest, (TX - EEX Houston Southwest) | Fastest | ||||
![]() | Bus | Mcallen Bus Station | Houston Bus Station | No tags | ||||
![]() | Bus | Mcallen Bus Station | Hillcroft Ave & Southwest Freeway | No tags | ||||
![]() | Bus | Central Station | Houston Airline | No tags |
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Get from McAllen to Houston
The journey takes about 6 hours 25 minutes, and with fares starting at just $66, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.
Where are the popular stops in McAllen and Houston?
Stops in McAllen
- A
McAllen Bus Station
1501 U.S. 83 Business, McAllen, TX 78501, USA
Stops in Houston
- A
Hillcroft Ave & Southwest Freeway
6590 Southwest Fwy, Houston, TX 77074, USA - B2121 Main St, Houston, TX 77002
- C
Harrisburg Greyhound Station
7000 Harrisburg Blvd, Houston, TX 77011, USA - D7011 Harrisburg Blvd, Houston, TX 77011, USA
- E
Clay St & Louisiana St
600-698 Clay St, Houston, TX 77002, USA - F
Lockwood Dr & Harvey Wilson Dr
820 Lockwood Dr, Houston, TX 77002, USA
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Frequently asked questions about travelling from McAllen to Houston, US by bus
Please note that schedules, routes, or operator details shown here may be updated or vary at the time of your trip.
How much is the bus ticket from McAllen to Houston?
The cheapest bus tickets from McAllen to Houston start from $66. The average price for this route is around $99. Busbud recommends that you book your tickets in advance for a better chance to get the lowest possible price.
How long is the bus ride from McAllen to Houston?
The average bus travel time from McAllen to Houston is 6h 25m, covering a distance of 487 km. The quickest bus can get you there in 4h 35m and is operated by Valley Transit.
Which bus companies service the McAllen to Houston route?
Several major bus companies operate on this route with 15 buses available per day, including services from Tornado Bus, Valley Transit, Greyhound.
What are the earliest and latest departure times for the bus from McAllen to Houston?
The earliest bus departs from McAllen to Houston at 10:10am. And the latest bus departs at 11:15pm.
What are the CO₂ emissions for the bus trip from McAllen to Houston?
A bus trip from McAllen to Houston generates an estimated 12 kg of CO₂, making it a highly eco-friendly travel option and a mode of travel recommended by Busbud.
What is the best bus company from McAllen to Houston?
According to Busbud customers, the highest-rated bus company on this route is Greyhound, with an average rating of 3.5 out of 5 stars based on 87387 reviews.
Which bus company has the best Wi-Fi from McAllen to Houston?
Based on Busbud reviews, the bus company Tornado Bus has the highest Wi-Fi rating with a score of 3.6.
Which bus company has the best on-time performance from McAllen to Houston?
According to Busbud traveller reviews, the most punctual bus company on this route is Valley Transit, with a punctuality rating of 3.4 out of 5 stars.
Which bus company has the cleanest buses from McAllen to Houston?
According to Busbud traveller reviews, the bus company with the cleanest buses on this route is Tornado Bus, with a cleanliness rating of 4.5 out of 5 stars.
Find cheapest prices for buses
Price is for a one-way ticket for one passenger and based on past searches.
To save money and be sure you have the best seat, it's a good idea to buy your bus tickets from McAllen to Houston, US, as early as possible.
You can expect to pay from $60 to $157 for a bus ticket from McAllen to Houston, US based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at $60 which is on 2025-12-02.
Usually Greyhound, Tornado Bus will charge you higher prices for tickets closer to the departure date. To find the best prices, you should be flexible on your date of travel.








