How much is the bus ticket from San Antonio to McAllen?

The cheapest bus tickets from San Antonio to McAllen start from $35. The average price for this route is around $58. 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 San Antonio to McAllen?

The average bus trip duration from San Antonio to McAllen is 5h 20m, covering a distance of 218 miles (351 km). The quickest bus can get you there in 3h 25m and is operated by Valley Transit .

Which bus companies service the San Antonio to McAllen route?

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

What is the earliest and latest departure time for the bus from San Antonio to McAllen?

The earliest bus departs from San Antonio to McAllen at 12:45am. And the latest bus departs at 10:30pm.

What are the CO₂ emissions for the bus trip from San Antonio to McAllen?

A bus trip from San Antonio to McAllen generates an estimated 9 kg of CO₂, making it a highly eco-friendly travel option and recommended mode of travel by Busbud.

What is the best bus company from San Antonio to McAllen?

According to Busbud customers, the highest-rated bus company on this route is Tornado Bus , with an average rating of 3.1 out of 5 stars based on 155 reviews.

Which bus company has the best Wi-Fi from San Antonio to McAllen?

Based on reviews on Busbud, the bus company Tornado Bus has the best Wi-Fi rating with a score of 3.6.

Which bus company has the most timely service from San Antonio to McAllen?

According to Busbud traveller reviews, the most timely 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 San Antonio 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.

Bus San Antonio to McAllen from $35 | Refundable Tickets

Next bus departures

Next departures for San Antonio to McAllen on December 2
Operated by	Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
	Bus	6:30am	San Antonio Bus Station	5h 20m	11:50am	Mcallen Bus Station	Cheapest
	Bus	12:43pm	Tornado I-35	3h 38m	4:21pm	Central Station	Fastest
Valley Transit + Greyhound Lines, Inc.	Bus	11:00am	San Antonio Bus Station	6h 45m	5:45pm	Mcallen Bus Station	No tags
	Bus	2:00pm	San Antonio Bus Station	6h	8:00pm	Mcallen Bus Station	No tags
	Bus	12:45am	Tornado I-35	3h 40m	4:25am	Central Station	No tags

Next departures for San Antonio to McAllen on December 4
Operated by	Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
	Bus	10:30pm	San Antonio Bus Station	4h 25m	2:55am	Mcallen Bus Station	Cheapest
	Bus	12:43pm	Tornado I-35	3h 38m	4:21pm	Central Station	Fastest
	Bus	6:30am	San Antonio Bus Station	5h 20m	11:50am	Mcallen Bus Station	No tags
Valley Transit + Greyhound Lines, Inc.	Bus	11:00am	San Antonio Bus Station	6h 45m	5:45pm	Mcallen Bus Station	No tags
	Bus	12:45am	Tornado I-35	3h 40m	4:25am	Central Station	No tags

Next departures for San Antonio to McAllen on December 5
Operated by	Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
	Bus	10:30pm	San Antonio Bus Station	4h 25m	2:55am	Mcallen Bus Station	Cheapest
	Bus	12:43pm	Tornado I-35	3h 38m	4:21pm	Central Station	Fastest
	Bus	6:30am	San Antonio Bus Station	5h 20m	11:50am	Mcallen Bus Station	No tags
Valley Transit + Greyhound Lines, Inc.	Bus	11:00am	San Antonio Bus Station	6h 45m	5:45pm	Mcallen Bus Station	No tags
	Bus	12:45am	Tornado I-35	3h 40m	4:25am	Central Station	No tags

Next departures for San Antonio to McAllen on December 6
Operated by	Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
	Bus	10:30pm	San Antonio Bus Station	4h 25m	2:55am	Mcallen Bus Station	Cheapest
	Bus	12:43pm	Tornado I-35	3h 38m	4:21pm	Central Station	Fastest
	Bus	6:30am	San Antonio Bus Station	5h 20m	11:50am	Mcallen Bus Station	No tags
Valley Transit + Greyhound Lines, Inc.	Bus	11:00am	San Antonio Bus Station	6h 45m	5:45pm	Mcallen Bus Station	No tags
	Bus	12:45am	Tornado I-35	3h 40m	4:25am	Central Station	No tags

Last refresh of the prices: Last Tuesday at 11:21 PM CST.

Get from San Antonio to McAllen

This route is served by bus only

The journey takes about 5 hours 20 minutes and with fares starting at just $35, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

6bus per day

5h 20mAverage Duration

218 milesDistance

9kgCO₂ emissions

Where are the popular stops in San Antonio and McAllen?

Stops in San Antonio

A
Tornado I-35
7914 Interstate 35 Access Rd, San Antonio, TX 78224, USA
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B
San Antonio Bus Station
500 N St Mary's St, San Antonio, TX 78205, USA
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C
San Antonio, TX
165 Bowie St, San Antonio, 78205
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D
4407 S PanAm Expy #101
4407 S PanAm Expy #101, San Antonio, TX 78225, USA
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Stops in McAllen

A
McAllen Bus Station
1501 U.S. 83 Business, McAllen, TX 78501, USA

Compare bus companies

Valley Transit

3/533 reviews

Staff3.8

Timeliness3.4

Cleanliness2.9

Wifi2.3

Tornado Bus

3/5157 reviews

Staff4.5

Timeliness3.2

Cleanliness4.5

Wifi3.8

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 $64 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.

US bus companies: FlixBus, BlaBlaCar Bus, ALSA, Greyhound, Intercape, Trenitalia, Sindbad

Frequently asked questions about traveling from San Antonio, US to McAllen 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 San Antonio to McAllen?
The cheapest bus tickets from San Antonio to McAllen start from $35. The average price for this route is around $58. 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 San Antonio to McAllen?
The average bus trip duration from San Antonio to McAllen is 5h 20m, covering a distance of 218 miles (351 km). The quickest bus can get you there in 3h 25m and is operated by Valley Transit.
Which bus companies service the San Antonio to McAllen route?
Several major bus companies operate on this route with 6 buses available per day, including services from Valley Transit, Tornado Bus.
What is the earliest and latest departure time for the bus from San Antonio to McAllen?
The earliest bus departs from San Antonio to McAllen at 12:45am. And the latest bus departs at 10:30pm.
What are the CO₂ emissions for the bus trip from San Antonio to McAllen?
A bus trip from San Antonio to McAllen generates an estimated 9 kg of CO₂, making it a highly eco-friendly travel option and recommended mode of travel by Busbud.
What is the best bus company from San Antonio to McAllen?
According to Busbud customers, the highest-rated bus company on this route is Tornado Bus, with an average rating of 3.1 out of 5 stars based on 155 reviews.
Which bus company has the best Wi-Fi from San Antonio to McAllen?
Based on reviews on Busbud, the bus company Tornado Bus has the best Wi-Fi rating with a score of 3.6.
Which bus company has the most timely service from San Antonio to McAllen?
According to Busbud traveller reviews, the most timely 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 San Antonio 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

11/28

$68

11/29

$73

Today

$73

12/01

$47

12/02

$42

12/03

$38

12/04

$36

12/05

$37

The cheapest trip from San Antonio, US to McAllen was searched and found on Dec 4, 2025 with a price of $36

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

You can expect to pay from $36 to $108 for a bus ticket from San Antonio, US to McAllen based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at $36 which is on 2025-12-04.

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.