What is the travel distance from Brownsville to McAllen?

The distance separating Brownsville and McAllen is 50 miles (81 km).

What are the departure and arrival stations when taking the bus from Brownsville to McAllen?

Buses going from Brownsville to McAllen start their journey at Brownsville Bus Station and reach their destination at McAllen Bus Station.

Bus Brownsville to McAllen from $10 | Refundable Tickets

Next bus departures

Next departures for Brownsville to McAllen on November 18
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Bus	8:25pm	BROWNSVILLE, TX	1h 40m	10:05pm	Mcallen Bus Station	Cheapest
Bus	7:45am	BROWNSVILLE, TX	1h 40m	9:25am	Mcallen Bus Station	Fastest
Bus	9:15am	BROWNSVILLE, TX	1h 40m	10:55am	Mcallen Bus Station	No tags
Bus	9:15pm	BROWNSVILLE, TX	1h 40m	10:55pm	Mcallen Bus Station	No tags

Next departures for Brownsville to McAllen on November 21
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Bus	8:25pm	BROWNSVILLE, TX	1h 40m	10:05pm	Mcallen Bus Station	Cheapest
Bus	2:45pm	BROWNSVILLE, TX	1h 5m	3:50pm	Mcallen Bus Station	Fastest
Bus	7:45am	BROWNSVILLE, TX	1h 40m	9:25am	Mcallen Bus Station	No tags
Bus	9:15am	BROWNSVILLE, TX	1h 40m	10:55am	Mcallen Bus Station	No tags
Bus	9:00am	La Plaza at Brownsville Terminal	1h 5m	10:05am	Central Station	No tags

Last refresh of the prices: Yesterday at 9:13 AM 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 $18, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

6bus per day

1h 40mAverage Duration

51 milesDistance

2kgCO₂ emissions

Compare bus companies

Valley Transit

3/533 reviews

Staff3.8

Timeliness3.4

Cleanliness2.9

Wifi2.3

Greyhound

3.5/587,378 reviews

Staff3.6

Timeliness2.9

Cleanliness3.3

Wifi2.4

Greyhound Lines offers the most comprehensive intercity bus services in the United States. They operate a modern, environmentally friendly fleet that serves more than 2400 destinations and carries nearly 16 million passengers annually. When traveling with them, you can expect free WiFi, onboard entertainment, bathrooms, power outlets and decent legroom. One of the great perks of Greyhound is that they connect big cities and smaller towns in the US, where you usually can't get to by train or plane. If you're looking for safe and affordable transportation, Greyhound is a great choice.

Tornado Bus

3/5155 reviews

Staff4.5

Timeliness3.2

Cleanliness4.5

Wifi3.7

A Texas-based company, Tornado Bus operates throughout the United States, with routes connecting major cities, including Houston, San Antonio and El Paso. Each day,1 buses leave from their terminals to destinations across the continent. Their buses are equipped with free Wi-Fi, air conditioning, bathrooms, power outlets and a comfortable amount of legroom. With prices as low as $53 for a short ride, Tornado offers options for budget travelers, without compromising comfort. and those looking for a little luxury. The company requires printed tickets for boarding and their tickets are non-refundable, but you can exchange them up to two hours before travel time for a fee. With a friendly staff and multiple routes, traveling with Tornado is a convenient way to get around.

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Where are the popular stops in Brownsville and McAllen?

Stops in Brownsville

A - Brownsville Bus Station

Stops in McAllen

A - McAllen Bus Station

Frequently asked questions about traveling from Brownsville to McAllen by bus

What is the travel distance from Brownsville to McAllen?
What are the departure and arrival stations when taking the bus from Brownsville to McAllen?

Find cheapest prices for buses

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

Best price found

11/16

$13

11/17

$16

Today

$15

11/19

No data

11/20

No data

11/21

$17

11/22

No data

11/23

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The cheapest trip from Brownsville to McAllen was searched and found on Nov 16, 2025 with a price of $13

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 $13 to $50 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 $17 which is on 2025-11-21.

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.