Next bus departures
| Operated by | Vehicle type | Departure time | Departure location | Trip duration | Arrival time | Arrival location | Recommended | Price and booking link |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
Valley Transit + FlixBus | Bus | Mcallen Bus Station | Austin South Congress | Cheapest | ||||
 | Bus | Central Station | Austin, (TX - TBC Austin) | Fastest | ||||
Greyhound Lines, Inc. + Valley Transit | Bus | Mcallen Bus Station | Austin Eastside Bus Plaza | No tags | ||||
 | Bus | Mcallen Bus Station | Austin Eastside Bus Plaza | No tags | ||||
Valley Transit + FlixBus | Bus | Mcallen Bus Station | Downtown Austin | No tags |
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Get from McAllen to Austin
The journey takes about 8 hours 35 minutes, and with fares starting at just £38, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.
Where are the popular stops in McAllen and Austin?
Stops in McAllen
- A
McAllen Bus Station
1501 U.S. 83 Business, McAllen, TX 78501, USA
Stops in Austin
- A
Greyhound Station
916 E Koenig Ln, Austin, TX 78752, USA - B
Airport Blvd
2001 Airport Blvd, Austin, TX 78702, USA - C
Brazos St
35 Brazos St, Austin, TX 78701, USA - D
Ben White Bd & I-35
711 E Ben White Blvd, Austin, TX 78704, USA
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Frequently asked questions about travelling by bus from McAllen to Austin, TX, US
Please note that timetables, routes, or operator details shown here may be updated or vary at the time of your journey.
How much is the bus ticket from McAllen to Austin?
The cheapest coach tickets from McAllen to Austin start from £38. The average price for this route is around £52. Busbud recommends that you book your tickets in advance for a better chance to get the lowest possible price.
How long is the bus journey from McAllen to Austin?
The average bus journey time from McAllen to Austin is 8h 35m, covering a distance of 281 miles. The fastest bus can take you there in 5h 28m and is operated by Tornado Bus.
Which bus companies service the McAllen to Austin route?
Several major bus companies operate on this route with 10 buses available per day, including services from Valley Transit, Tornado Bus, Greyhound.
What is the earliest and latest departure time for the bus from McAllen to Austin?
The earliest bus departs from McAllen to Austin at 09:30. And the latest bus departs at 23:15.
What are the CO₂ emissions for the bus trip from McAllen to Austin?
A bus journey from McAllen to Austin produces an estimated 11 kg of CO₂, making it a highly eco-friendly choice and a mode of travel recommended by Busbud.
Which is the best bus company from McAllen to Austin?
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 87387 reviews.
Which company has the best Wi-Fi from McAllen to Austin?
Based on Busbud reviews, the bus company Tornado Bus has the best Wi-Fi rating with a score of 3.6.
Which bus company offers the most punctual service from McAllen to Austin?
According to Busbud traveller reviews, the most punctual 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 McAllen to Austin?
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 McAllen to Austin, TX, US was searched and found on 4 Dec 2025 with a price of £35To save money and be sure you have the best seat, it's a good idea to buy your bus tickets from McAllen to Austin, TX, US as early as possible.
You can expect to pay from £35 to £90 for a bus ticket from McAllen to Austin, TX, US based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at £35, 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.
