Bus from Brownsville to McAllen: Tickets & Timetables

Next bus departures

Next departures from Brownsville to McAllen on 9 January
Operated byVehicle typeDeparture timeDeparture locationTrip durationArrival timeArrival locationRecommendedPrice and booking link
Valley TransitBus
BROWNSVILLE, TX
Mcallen Bus StationCheapest
Valley TransitBus
BROWNSVILLE, TX
Mcallen Bus StationFastest
Greyhound Lines, Inc.Bus
BROWNSVILLE, TX
Mcallen Bus StationNo tags
Valley TransitBus
BROWNSVILLE, TX
Mcallen Bus StationNo tags
Greyhound Lines, Inc.Bus
BROWNSVILLE, TX
Mcallen Bus StationNo tags

Last refresh of the prices: Today at 2:07 PM CST.

Get from Brownsville to McAllen

This route is served by bus only

The journey takes about 1 hour 40 minutes, and with fares starting at just R 291, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

6bus per day
1h 40mAverage duration
82 kmDistance
2kgCO₂ emissions

Frequently asked questions about travelling from Brownsville to McAllen by bus

Please note that timetables, routes, or operator details shown here may be updated or differ at the time of your trip.

  1. How much is the bus ticket from Brownsville to McAllen?

    The cheapest bus tickets from Brownsville to McAllen start at R 291. The average price for this route is around R 342. Busbud recommends booking your tickets in advance for the best chance of getting the lowest possible price.

  2. How long is the bus journey from Brownsville to McAllen?

    The average bus journey time from Brownsville to McAllen is 1h 40m, covering a distance of 82 km. The fastest bus gets you there in 1h and is operated by Tornado Bus.

  3. Which bus companies service the Brownsville to McAllen route?

    Several major bus companies operate on this route with 6 buses available per day, including services from Valley Transit, Greyhound, Tornado Bus.

  4. What is the earliest and latest departure time for the bus from Brownsville to McAllen?

    The earliest bus departs from Brownsville to McAllen at 07:45. And the latest bus departs at 21:15.

  5. What are the CO₂ emissions for the bus trip from Brownsville to McAllen?

    A bus trip from Brownsville to McAllen produces an estimated 2 kg of CO₂, making it a highly eco-friendly travel option and Busbud’s recommended way to travel.

  6. What is the best bus company from Brownsville to McAllen?

    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 87463 reviews.

  7. Which bus company has the best Wi-Fi from Brownsville to McAllen?

    Based on reviews on Busbud, the bus company Tornado Bus has the best Wi-Fi rating with a score of 4.1.

  8. Which bus company offers the most punctual service from Brownsville to McAllen?

    According to Busbud traveller reviews, the most punctual bus company on this route is Tornado Bus, with a punctuality rating of 3.4 out of 5 stars.

  9. Which bus company has the cleanest buses from Brownsville to McAllen?

    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.

Best price found
06/01
R 212
07/01
R 229
Today
R 229
09/01
R 221
10/01
R 195
11/01
R 204
12/01
R 187
13/01
R 178
busbud logoThe cheapest trip from Brownsville to McAllen was searched and found on 13 Jan 2026 with a price of R 178

To save money and be sure you have the best seat, it's a good idea to buy your bus tickets from Brownsville to McAllen as early as possible.

You can expect to pay from R 178 to R 847 for a bus ticket from Brownsville to McAllen based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at R 178, which is on 2026-01-13.

Usually 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.

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