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| Operated by | Vehicle type | Departure time | Departure location | Trip duration | Arrival time | Arrival location | Recommended | Price and booking link |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
FlixBus + Valley Transit | Bus | San Marcos Station | Mcallen Bus Station | No tags | ||||
FlixBus + Valley Transit | Bus | San Marcos Station | Mcallen Bus Station | No tags | ||||
 | Bus | San Marcos Station | Mcallen Bus Station | No tags | ||||
Valley Transit + FlixBus | Bus | San Marcos Station | Mcallen Bus Station | No tags | ||||
Valley Transit + FlixBus | Bus | San Marcos Station | Mcallen Bus Station | No tags |
Get from San Marcos to McAllen
The journey takes about 6 hours 50 minutes and with fares starting at just $45, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.
Where are the popular stops in San Marcos and McAllen?
Stops in San Marcos
- A338 S Guadalupe St, San Marcos, TX 78666, USA
- B
San Marcos Bus Stop (Victoria Secret)
1593-1607 Centerpoint Rd, San Marcos, TX 78666, USA - C
San Marcos Bus Stop
1210 S Interstate Hwy 35, San Marcos, TX 78666, USA
Stops in McAllen
- A
McAllen Bus Station
1501 U.S. 83 Business, McAllen, TX 78501, USA
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Frequently asked questions about traveling from San Marcos, TX, 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 Marcos to McAllen?
The cheapest bus tickets from San Marcos to McAllen start from $45. The average price for this route is around $80. 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 Marcos to McAllen?
The average bus trip duration from San Marcos to McAllen is 6h 50m, covering a distance of 254 miles (409 km). The quickest bus can get you there in 4h 20m and is operated by Tornado Bus.
Which bus companies service the San Marcos to McAllen route?
Several major bus companies operate on this route with 4 buses available per day, including services from Tornado Bus, Valley Transit, FlixBus.
What is the earliest and latest departure time for the bus from San Marcos to McAllen?
The earliest bus departs from San Marcos to McAllen at 11:20am. And the latest bus departs at 11:40pm.
What are the CO₂ emissions for the bus trip from San Marcos to McAllen?
A bus trip from San Marcos to McAllen generates an estimated 10 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 Marcos to McAllen?
According to Busbud customers, the highest-rated bus company on this route is FlixBus, with an average rating of 3.5 out of 5 stars based on 11380 reviews.
Which bus company has the best Wi-Fi from San Marcos 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 Marcos to McAllen?
According to Busbud traveller reviews, the most timely bus company on this route is FlixBus, with a punctuality rating of 3.9 out of 5 stars.
Which bus company has the cleanest buses from San Marcos 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.
The cheapest trip from San Marcos, TX, US to McAllen was searched and found on Nov 26, 2025 with a price of $75To save money and be sure you have the best seat, it's a good idea to buy your bus tickets from San Marcos, TX, US to McAllen, as early as possible.
You can expect to pay from $75 to $155 for a bus ticket from San Marcos, TX, US to McAllen based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at $75 which is on 2025-11-30.
Usually Valley Transit 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.
