How much does a bus ticket from McAllen to San Antonio cost?

The bus ticket price from McAllen to San Antonio starts at US$34. The best way to find cheap bus tickets from McAllen to San Antonio is to book your tickets as early as possible. Prices tend to rise as your travel date approaches, so book in advance to secure the best prices!

How long is the bus ride from McAllen to San Antonio?

The average travel time between McAllen and San Antonio is around 6h 30m, although the fastest bus will take about 3h 10m. This is the time it takes to travel the 360 km that separates the two cities.

How many daily bus connections are there between McAllen and San Antonio?

The number of buses from McAllen to San Antonio can differ depending on the day of the week. On average, there are 8 on this route. Some buses run direct routes, while others have layovers. Simplify your bus trip from McAllen to San Antonio by comparing and selecting the bus that fits your travel style and budget on Busbud.

Which bus companies travel from McAllen to San Antonio?

When taking the bus from McAllen to San Antonio, you can travel comfortably and safely with Valley Transit, Tornado Bus, Greyhound.

Bus McAllen to San Antonio from US$29 | Refundable Tickets

Next departures

Next departures from McAllen to San Antonio on 2 November
Operated by	Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended	Price and booking link
		23:15	Mcallen Bus Station	4h 10m	03:25	San Antonio Bus Station	CheapestFastest
		16:05	Mcallen Bus Station	4h 55m	21:00	San Antonio Bus Station	No tags

Next departures from McAllen to San Antonio on 3 November
Operated by	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
	23:15	Mcallen Bus Station	4h 10m	03:25	San Antonio Bus Station	Cheapest
	22:30	Central Station	3h 38m	02:08	Tornado I-35	Fastest
Greyhound Lines, Inc. + Valley Transit	09:30	Mcallen Bus Station	7h 20m	16:50	San Antonio Bus Station	No tags
	11:10	Mcallen Bus Station	6h 30m	17:40	San Antonio Bus Station	No tags
Expreso + Tornado Bus	12:15	Central Station	10h 55m	23:10	Tornado I-35	No tags

Next departures from McAllen to San Antonio on 4 November
Operated by	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
	23:15	Mcallen Bus Station	4h 10m	03:25	San Antonio Bus Station	Cheapest
	22:30	Central Station	3h 38m	02:08	Tornado I-35	Fastest
Greyhound Lines, Inc. + Valley Transit	09:30	Mcallen Bus Station	7h 20m	16:50	San Antonio Bus Station	No tags
	11:10	Mcallen Bus Station	6h 30m	17:40	San Antonio Bus Station	No tags
Expreso + Tornado Bus	12:15	Central Station	10h 55m	23:10	Tornado I-35	No tags

Next departures from McAllen to San Antonio on 5 November
Operated by	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
	23:15	Mcallen Bus Station	4h 10m	03:25	San Antonio Bus Station	Cheapest
	22:30	Central Station	3h 38m	02:08	Tornado I-35	Fastest
Greyhound Lines, Inc. + Valley Transit	09:30	Mcallen Bus Station	7h 20m	16:50	San Antonio Bus Station	No tags
	11:10	Mcallen Bus Station	6h 30m	17:40	San Antonio Bus Station	No tags
Expreso + Tornado Bus	12:15	Central Station	10h 55m	23:10	Tornado I-35	No tags

Next departures from McAllen to San Antonio on 6 November
Operated by	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
	23:15	Mcallen Bus Station	4h 10m	03:25	San Antonio Bus Station	Cheapest
	22:30	Central Station	3h 38m	02:08	Tornado I-35	Fastest
Greyhound Lines, Inc. + Valley Transit	09:30	Mcallen Bus Station	7h 20m	16:50	San Antonio Bus Station	No tags
	11:10	Mcallen Bus Station	6h 30m	17:40	San Antonio Bus Station	No tags
Expreso + Tornado Bus	12:15	Central Station	10h 55m	23:10	Tornado I-35	No tags

Last refresh of the prices: Yesterday at 10:22 AM CDT.

Get from McAllen to San Antonio

This route is served by bus only

The journey takes about 6 hours 30 minutes, and with fares starting at just US$34, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

8bus per day

6h 30mAverage duration

360 kmDistance

9kgCO₂ emissions

Bus McAllen to San Antonio, US: Trip Overview

Average ticket priceUS$52

Average bus trip duration6h 30m

Number of daily buses8

Earliest bus departure09:30

Distance359 km

Latest bus departure23:15

Compare bus companies

Valley Transit

3/533 reviews

Staff3.8

Timeliness3.4

Cleanliness2.9

WiFi2.3

Tornado Bus

3/5153 reviews

Staff4.4

Timeliness3.1

Cleanliness4.7

WiFi3.7

Based on 153 reviews, the company was rated 3.1 stars on Busbud. Travellers were especially satisfied with the cleanliness and the value for money but often complained with the timeliness. Tornado Bus ticket prices on this trip start at US$74

Tornado Bus McAllen San Antonio recent customer reviews

I missed the bus because the tornado attendant at the McAllen station told me they have no bus going to SanAntonio at 7am. He could not find the bus reservation on his computer.

Cesar B.

9 June 2025

Greyhound

3.5/587 346 reviews

Staff3.6

Timeliness2.9

Cleanliness3.3

WiFi2.4

Based on 24 reviews, Greyhound was rated 3.6 stars for this trip. Greyhound ticket prices on this trip start at US$39, with the trip lasting on average 382.

Greyhound McAllen San Antonio recent customer reviews

This was my first time taking a traveling bus and it was not a good experience. From the moment we took off there was an incident with a man in the back of the bus and the drivers response was rude and annoyed as he yelled at the lady who tried to get his attention several times. The first 3 hours went ok but 45 minutes away from our destination the bus got a flat tire. I’m not sure how it happened but it seemed like a problem that should’ve been checked before. We were parked off an exit and the driver tried to contact the nearest bus station to get help. For almost 20 minutes the station was not answering his phone calls. We arrived in SA around 5:30 while we were supposed to arrive at 4:20. A woman missed her flight and several people had to change there next bus time. The entire trip was disorganized and unprofessional.

Katia P.

13 July 2018

No air condition on the bus and the driver didn't even try to provide a solution.

Marcelino G.

25 April 2018

Trip was no problem. Bus was late arriving and we departed 25 minutes from schedule departure time of 4:30pm. No explanation given for the bus being late. Over all we arrived late in San Antonio by the 25 minutes. The tardy arrival in San Antonio did not impact me because I was in hurry to get there. I might affected on passengers.

John R.

2 August 2017

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McAllen to San Antonio Bus

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Where are the popular stops in McAllen and San Antonio?

Stops in McAllen

A - McAllen Bus Station

Stops in San Antonio

A - San Antonio Bus Station

B - Tornado I-35

C - San Antonio, TX

D - 4407 S PanAm Expy #101

Frequently asked questions on the trip McAllen - San Antonio, US

How much does a bus ticket from McAllen to San Antonio cost?
The bus ticket price from McAllen to San Antonio starts at US$34. The best way to find cheap bus tickets from McAllen to San Antonio is to book your tickets as early as possible. Prices tend to rise as your travel date approaches, so book in advance to secure the best prices!
How long is the bus ride from McAllen to San Antonio?
The average travel time between McAllen and San Antonio is around 6h 30m, although the fastest bus will take about 3h 10m. This is the time it takes to travel the 360 km that separates the two cities.
How many daily bus connections are there between McAllen and San Antonio?
The number of buses from McAllen to San Antonio can differ depending on the day of the week. On average, there are 8 on this route. Some buses run direct routes, while others have layovers. Simplify your bus trip from McAllen to San Antonio by comparing and selecting the bus that fits your travel style and budget on Busbud.
Which bus companies travel from McAllen to San Antonio?
When taking the bus from McAllen to San Antonio, you can travel comfortably and safely with Valley Transit, Tornado Bus, Greyhound.

Find cheapest prices for buses

Price is for a one-way ticket for one passenger and based on past searches.

Best price found

31/10

US$43

01/11

US$49

Today

US$38

03/11

US$35

04/11

US$32

05/11

US$30

06/11

US$29

07/11

US$29

The cheapest trip from McAllen to San Antonio, US was searched and found on 07 Nov 2025 with a price of US$29

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

You can expect to pay from US$29 to US$70 for a bus ticket from McAllen to San Antonio, US based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at US$29, which is on 2025-11-07.

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.

About Bus Travel

Bus Travel Tips

Make friends with the driver. They usually know a lot about your destination and may even recommend which side of the bus to sit on to get the best views on the road between McAllen and San Antonio!

From miles long of beauteous natural landscapes to impressive man-crafted sights, you’re bound to be in for a visual treat on your bus trip from McAllen to San Antonio.

Buses have the smallest carbon footprint of all motorized transport modes. A bus going from McAllen to San Antonio will emit half the CO2 emitted by a train, and radically less than a car or an airplane.

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Did you know?

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One of the longest bus route in the world goes all the way from Ontario to Alberta in Canada (with the same bus). This trip is 3,435 km or 2,135 miles long and the price is a bit under $100.

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