How much does a bus ticket from McAllen to Austin cost?

The bus ticket price from McAllen to Austin starts at R 787. The best way to find cheap bus tickets from McAllen to Austin 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 Austin?

The average travel time between McAllen and Austin is around 8h 45m, although the fastest bus will take about 5h 28m. This is the time it takes to travel the 455 km that separates the two cities.

How many daily bus connections are there between McAllen and Austin?

The number of buses from McAllen to Austin can differ depending on the day of the week. On average, there are 10 on this route. Some buses run direct routes, while others have layovers. Simplify your bus trip from McAllen to Austin by comparing and selecting the bus that fits your travel style and budget on Busbud.

Which bus companies travel from McAllen to Austin?

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

Bus McAllen to Austin from R 721 | Refundable Tickets

Next bus departures

Next departures from McAllen to Austin on 11 November
Operated by	Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Valley Transit + FlixBus	Bus	23:15	Mcallen Bus Station	9h 15m	08:30	Austin South Congress	Cheapest
Valley Transit + Greyhound Lines Mexico	Bus	23:15	Mcallen Bus Station	8h 25m	07:40	Austin Eastside Bus Plaza	Fastest
Valley Transit + FlixBus	Bus	23:15	Mcallen Bus Station	9h 40m	08:55	Downtown Austin	No tags

Next departures from McAllen to Austin on 12 November
Operated by	Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
	Bus	11:10	Mcallen Bus Station	8h 35m	19:45	Austin Eastside Bus Plaza	Cheapest
	Bus	22:30	Central Station	5h 28m	03:58	Austin, (TX - TBC Austin)	Fastest
Greyhound Lines, Inc. + Valley Transit	Bus	09:30	Mcallen Bus Station	9h 15m	18:45	Austin Eastside Bus Plaza	No tags
	Bus	16:05	Mcallen Bus Station	6h 55m	23:00	Austin Eastside Bus Plaza	No tags
Valley Transit + FlixBus	Bus	23:15	Mcallen Bus Station	9h 40m	08:55	Downtown Austin	No tags
Greyhound Lines Mexico + Valley Transit	Bus	11:20	Mcallen Bus Station	8h 25m	19:45	Austin Eastside Bus Plaza	No tags
Valley Transit + FlixBus	Bus	23:15	Mcallen Bus Station	9h 15m	08:30	Austin South Congress	No tags
Valley Transit + Greyhound Lines Mexico	Bus	23:15	Mcallen Bus Station	8h 25m	07:40	Austin Eastside Bus Plaza	No tags

Next departures from McAllen to Austin on 13 November
Operated by	Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
	Bus	11:10	Mcallen Bus Station	8h 35m	19:45	Austin Eastside Bus Plaza	Cheapest
	Bus	22:30	Central Station	5h 28m	03:58	Austin, (TX - TBC Austin)	Fastest
Greyhound Lines, Inc. + Valley Transit	Bus	09:30	Mcallen Bus Station	9h 15m	18:45	Austin Eastside Bus Plaza	No tags
	Bus	16:05	Mcallen Bus Station	6h 55m	23:00	Austin Eastside Bus Plaza	No tags
Valley Transit + FlixBus	Bus	23:15	Mcallen Bus Station	9h 40m	08:55	Downtown Austin	No tags
Greyhound Lines Mexico + Valley Transit	Bus	11:20	Mcallen Bus Station	8h 25m	19:45	Austin Eastside Bus Plaza	No tags
Valley Transit + FlixBus	Bus	23:15	Mcallen Bus Station	9h 15m	08:30	Austin South Congress	No tags
Valley Transit + Greyhound Lines Mexico	Bus	23:15	Mcallen Bus Station	8h 25m	07:40	Austin Eastside Bus Plaza	No tags

Next departures from McAllen to Austin on 14 November
Operated by	Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
	Bus	16:05	Mcallen Bus Station	6h 55m	23:00	Austin Eastside Bus Plaza	Cheapest
	Bus	22:30	Central Station	5h 28m	03:58	Austin, (TX - TBC Austin)	Fastest
Greyhound Lines, Inc. + Valley Transit	Bus	09:30	Mcallen Bus Station	9h 15m	18:45	Austin Eastside Bus Plaza	No tags
	Bus	11:10	Mcallen Bus Station	8h 35m	19:45	Austin Eastside Bus Plaza	No tags
Valley Transit + FlixBus	Bus	23:15	Mcallen Bus Station	9h 40m	08:55	Downtown Austin	No tags
Greyhound Lines Mexico + Valley Transit	Bus	11:20	Mcallen Bus Station	8h 25m	19:45	Austin Eastside Bus Plaza	No tags
Valley Transit + FlixBus	Bus	23:15	Mcallen Bus Station	9h 15m	08:30	Austin South Congress	No tags
Valley Transit + Greyhound Lines Mexico	Bus	23:15	Mcallen Bus Station	8h 25m	07:40	Austin Eastside Bus Plaza	No tags

Next departures from McAllen to Austin on 16 November
Operated by	Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
	Bus	11:10	Mcallen Bus Station	8h 35m	19:45	Austin Eastside Bus Plaza	Cheapest
	Bus	22:30	Central Station	5h 28m	03:58	Austin, (TX - TBC Austin)	Fastest
Greyhound Lines, Inc. + Valley Transit	Bus	09:30	Mcallen Bus Station	9h 15m	18:45	Austin Eastside Bus Plaza	No tags
	Bus	16:05	Mcallen Bus Station	6h 55m	23:00	Austin Eastside Bus Plaza	No tags
Valley Transit + FlixBus	Bus	23:15	Mcallen Bus Station	10h 20m	09:35	Downtown Austin	No tags
Greyhound Lines Mexico + Valley Transit	Bus	11:20	Mcallen Bus Station	8h 25m	19:45	Austin Eastside Bus Plaza	No tags
Valley Transit + FlixBus	Bus	23:15	Mcallen Bus Station	10h	09:15	Austin South Congress	No tags
Valley Transit + Greyhound Lines Mexico	Bus	23:15	Mcallen Bus Station	8h 25m	07:40	Austin Eastside Bus Plaza	No tags

Next departures from McAllen to Austin on 17 November
Operated by	Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Valley Transit + Greyhound Lines Mexico	Bus	23:15	Mcallen Bus Station	8h 25m	07:40	Austin Eastside Bus Plaza	Cheapest
	Bus	22:30	Central Station	5h 28m	03:58	Austin, (TX - TBC Austin)	Fastest
Greyhound Lines, Inc. + Valley Transit	Bus	09:30	Mcallen Bus Station	9h 15m	18:45	Austin Eastside Bus Plaza	No tags
	Bus	11:10	Mcallen Bus Station	8h 35m	19:45	Austin Eastside Bus Plaza	No tags
Valley Transit + FlixBus	Bus	23:15	Mcallen Bus Station	10h 20m	09:35	Downtown Austin	No tags
Greyhound Lines Mexico + Valley Transit	Bus	11:20	Mcallen Bus Station	8h 25m	19:45	Austin Eastside Bus Plaza	No tags
Valley Transit + FlixBus	Bus	23:15	Mcallen Bus Station	10h	09:15	Austin South Congress	No tags

Last refresh of the prices: Last Saturday at 12:22 PM CST.

Get from McAllen to Austin

This route is served by bus only

The journey takes about 8 hours 45 minutes, and with fares starting at just R 787, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

10bus per day

8h 45mAverage duration

454 kmDistance

11kgCO₂ emissions

Compare bus companies

Valley Transit

3/533 reviews

Staff3.8

Timeliness3.4

Cleanliness2.9

WiFi2.3

Tornado Bus

3/5155 reviews

Staff4.5

Timeliness3.2

Cleanliness4.5

WiFi3.7

Greyhound

3.5/587 367 reviews

Staff3.6

Timeliness2.9

Cleanliness3.3

WiFi2.4

Based on 87367 reviews, the company was rated 3.5 stars on Busbud. Travellers were especially satisfied with the ticket access and the temperature but often complained with the Wi-Fi. Greyhound ticket prices on this trip start at R 812

Greyhound McAllen Austin recent customer reviews

There was supposed to be wifi and there was nothing and the charges didn't work.the bus needs updating

Sylvia P.

16 June 2017

The ride was smooth, the drivers kept us informed of where we were. My last driver on the way home was not as polite and it didn't have the outlets like my other buses, but it was still a smooth ride.

Cindy S.

17 October 2016

It was okay

Jaina C.

26 May 2019

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Where are the popular stops in McAllen and Austin?

Stops in McAllen

A - McAllen Bus Station

Stops in Austin

A - Greyhound Station

B - Airport Blvd

C - Brazos St

D - Ben White Bd & I-35

Frequently asked questions about travelling from McAllen to Austin, TX, US by bus

How much does a bus ticket from McAllen to Austin cost?
The bus ticket price from McAllen to Austin starts at R 787. The best way to find cheap bus tickets from McAllen to Austin 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 Austin?
The average travel time between McAllen and Austin is around 8h 45m, although the fastest bus will take about 5h 28m. This is the time it takes to travel the 455 km that separates the two cities.
How many daily bus connections are there between McAllen and Austin?
The number of buses from McAllen to Austin can differ depending on the day of the week. On average, there are 10 on this route. Some buses run direct routes, while others have layovers. Simplify your bus trip from McAllen to Austin by comparing and selecting the bus that fits your travel style and budget on Busbud.
Which bus companies travel from McAllen to Austin?
When taking the bus from McAllen to Austin, 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

09/11

R 1 038

10/11

R 1 038

Today

R 827

12/11

R 827

13/11

R 792

14/11

R 792

15/11

No data

16/11

R 862

The cheapest trip from McAllen to Austin, TX, US was searched and found on 13 Nov 2025 with a price of R 792

To 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 R 792 to R 1 495 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 R 792, which is on 2025-11-13.

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.