Bus McAllen, TX to Houston: Compare prices and save money

Compare all timetables for the bus from McAllen, TX to Houston

Here is a selection of the cheapest bus trips from the schedule from McAllen, TX to Houston from various bus operators like Greyhound US, Valley Transit or FlixBus for the next days.

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$39

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$49

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Cheapest bus trips Saturday
BertCompanyCountOneCompanyName	Duration	Departure time	From	Departure	Arrival time	To	Destination	Seat classes	Price
Greyhound US	8h 10m	2:20 PM	McAllen, TX	Central Bus Station	10:30 PM	Houston	Harrisburg Blvd Station	Economy	$39	A Bus from Greyhound US goes from Central Bus Station, McAllen, TX (USA) at 9/12/2026 2:20:00 PM to Harrisburg Blvd Station, Houston (USA) arriving at 9/12/2026 10:30:00 PM. 50 Economy ticket for $39 per person are available. Travel duration is 8h 10m
Valley Transit	6h 5m	6:35 AM	McAllen, TX	Central Bus Station	12:40 PM	Houston	Harrisburg Blvd Station	Economy	$42	A Bus from Valley Transit goes from Central Bus Station, McAllen, TX (USA) at 9/12/2026 6:35:00 AM to Harrisburg Blvd Station, Houston (USA) arriving at 9/12/2026 12:40:00 PM. 50 Economy ticket for $42 per person are available. Travel duration is 6h 5m
Valley Transit	5h 45m	6:35 AM	McAllen, TX	Central Bus Station	12:20 PM	Houston	SW Agencia Autobuses	Economy	$42	A Bus from Valley Transit goes from Central Bus Station, McAllen, TX (USA) at 9/12/2026 6:35:00 AM to SW Agencia Autobuses, Houston (USA) arriving at 9/12/2026 12:20:00 PM. 50 Economy ticket for $42 per person are available. Travel duration is 5h 45m
Greyhound US	6h 40m	11:20 AM	McAllen, TX	Central Bus Station	6:00 PM	Houston	Harrisburg Blvd Station	Economy	$43	A Bus from Greyhound US goes from Central Bus Station, McAllen, TX (USA) at 9/12/2026 11:20:00 AM to Harrisburg Blvd Station, Houston (USA) arriving at 9/12/2026 6:00:00 PM. 50 Economy ticket for $43 per person are available. Travel duration is 6h 40m

Cheapest bus trips Sunday
BertCompanyCountOneCompanyName	Duration	Departure time	From	Departure	Arrival time	To	Destination	Seat classes	Price
Valley Transit	6h 5m	6:35 AM	McAllen, TX	Central Bus Station	12:40 PM	Houston	Harrisburg Blvd Station	Economy	$49	A Bus from Valley Transit goes from Central Bus Station, McAllen, TX (USA) at 9/13/2026 6:35:00 AM to Harrisburg Blvd Station, Houston (USA) arriving at 9/13/2026 12:40:00 PM. 50 Economy ticket for $49 per person are available. Travel duration is 6h 5m
Valley Transit	5h 45m	6:35 AM	McAllen, TX	Central Bus Station	12:20 PM	Houston	SW Agencia Autobuses	Economy	$49	A Bus from Valley Transit goes from Central Bus Station, McAllen, TX (USA) at 9/13/2026 6:35:00 AM to SW Agencia Autobuses, Houston (USA) arriving at 9/13/2026 12:20:00 PM. 50 Economy ticket for $49 per person are available. Travel duration is 5h 45m
Greyhound US	6h 30m	11:35 AM	McAllen, TX	Central Bus Station	6:05 PM	Houston	Harrisburg Blvd Station	Economy	$49	A Bus from Greyhound US goes from Central Bus Station, McAllen, TX (USA) at 9/13/2026 11:35:00 AM to Harrisburg Blvd Station, Houston (USA) arriving at 9/13/2026 6:05:00 PM. 50 Economy ticket for $49 per person are available. Travel duration is 6h 30m
Greyhound US	8h 10m	2:20 PM	McAllen, TX	Central Bus Station	10:30 PM	Houston	Harrisburg Blvd Station	Economy	$50	A Bus from Greyhound US goes from Central Bus Station, McAllen, TX (USA) at 9/13/2026 2:20:00 PM to Harrisburg Blvd Station, Houston (USA) arriving at 9/13/2026 10:30:00 PM. 50 Economy ticket for $50 per person are available. Travel duration is 8h 10m

Frequency of bus connections between McAllen, TX and Houston

See here how frequent the connections between McAllen, TX and Houston are, during different times and days of the week.

Sunday is the busiest day, with more than 8 daily buses from McAllen, TX to Houston. Saturday has instead the fewest connections, with only 6 daily coaches between McAllen, TX and Houston.

The busiest time of the day is the Morning, with 10 buses from McAllen, TX to Houston, while Afternoon sees the fewest connections between McAllen, TX and Houston, with 4 offers.

Test cheapest views

The cheapest bus for the 9/10/2026 costs just $38, from Greyhound US

Facts about the bus from McAllen, TX to Houston

Compare all providers like Greyhound US, Valley Transit and FlixBus that travel 7 times every day by bus from McAllen, TX to Houston in one click! Book your bus ticket from McAllen, TX to Houston starting from $38!

Cheapest Bus	$38
Fastest Bus	5h 45m
Earliest Bus	6:35 AM
Latest Bus	2:20 PM
Daily Bus Routes	7 Ø
Distance	300.9 miles
Bus Companies	Greyhound US, Valley Transit, FlixBus and Greyhound Lines Mexico

Cheapest bus connections from McAllen, TX to Houston

Every day, 7 buses from 4 bus companies leave McAllen, TX for Houston: in the table below, you will find the cheapest prices for a bus ticket for this route, starting from 09/08/2026 and for the following days.

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Wednesday 09/09

$47

Thursday 09/10

$38

Friday 09/11

$42

Saturday 09/12

Sunday 09/13

$49

Monday 09/14

$44

Tuesday 09/15

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Monday 09/21

$46

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The cheapest time to travel from McAllen, TX to Houston

See here on which day and which time of the day you can find the cheapest bus ticket from McAllen, TX to Houston, for the next 30 days.

With a price starting from $39, Saturday is the cheapest day for a bus from McAllen, TX to Houston. Sunday instead is the most expensive day with prices starting from $49.

Afternoon is the cheapest day time for bus tickets from McAllen, TX to Houston, with $39. Morning is the most expensive time of the day with prices starting from $42.

How to save money travelling from McAllen, TX to Houston

Travel can be expensive, but it doesn't need to be! Do you want to avoid paying a terrible price for your trip? Then follow these quick steps to save money:

Book the ticket from McAllen, TX to Houston in advance! The earlier you book, the cheaper usually the price is. Also, you will be sure to have a place on the bus from McAllen, TX to Houston, compared instead if you buy it at the last moment, or directly at the station.

If you can, avoid travelling at peak times. Instead of weekend, try travelling during the week. Travelling in the evening or at night it’s also cheaper, and later buses from McAllen, TX to Houston are also emptier.

Beloved bus companies from McAllen, TX to Houston

These are the most booked bus companies between McAllen, TX to Houston from our users.

Valley Transit from McAllen, TX to Houston

Here you will find the key facts about the Valley Transit bus route McAllen, TX to Houston:

Cheapest Price	$42
Fastest Bus	5h 45m
Earliest Bus	6:35 AM
Last Bus	6:35 AM
Daily Connections	2 Ø
Found on	8/21/2026

Greyhound US from McAllen, TX to Houston

Here you will find the key facts about the Greyhound US bus route McAllen, TX to Houston:

Cheapest Price	$39
Fastest Bus	6h 30m
Earliest Bus	11:20 AM
Last Bus	2:20 PM
Daily Connections	3 Ø
Found on	8/21/2026

All bus stations and stops in McAllen, TX and Houston

In the map below, you can see where to find all bus stations in McAllen, TX and Houston.

Central Bus Station

U.S. 83 Business 1501

Frontera México-USA

Downtown Houston

Gray St 605

Harrisburg Blvd Station

Harrisburg Blvd 7000

Main Street

Main St 2121

Chase Bank

Milam Street 212

Uptown/Upper Kirby

Southwest Fwy 2525

Service and Comfort on the bus from McAllen, TX to Houston

Want to know which seat classes are available on the buses from McAllen, TX to Houston? Or which bus companies serve the route McAllen, TX to Houston? Below you will find answers to your questions.

FAQs about the McAllen, TX to Houston bus

How much does a McAllen, TX Houston bus trip cost?

This depends on, among other things, the day and time of travel. The cheapest trip is available from $38 and takes 8h 10m to reach Houston. Compare offers to save money!

How much could I save by comparing buses from McAllen, TX to Houston?

This route is offered by 4 companies with a range of ticket prices between $38 and $55. Thus, we recommend booking your ticket as early as possible to make sure you get the cheapest bus ticket to Houston.

On average, how many connections are available from McAllen, TX to Houston each day?

Every day, the McAllen, TX to Houston bus route is served by approximately 7 connections. With our search, you can compare bus times to find the perfect trip.

How long does a bus journey from McAllen, TX to Houston take?

The fastest bus from McAllen, TX to Houston is offered by Valley Transit and takes 5h 45m. Bus tickets for this connection cost $42. In this context, bear in mind that the journey can take longer due to traffic.

What time is the first bus from McAllen, TX to Houston?

The earliest bus arriving in Houston from McAllen, TX starts at 6:35 AM. However, information regarding departure times may differ on weekends and holidays. Simply use our search to find exact times for your planned travel date.

What time is the last bus from McAllen, TX to Houston?

The latest bus trip departing from McAllen, TX for Houston starts at 2:20 PM. Please note that departure times may differ on weekends and holidays. So just use our search to find the exact times for your planned travel date.

Which bus companies operate the McAllen, TX Houston route?

When traveling by bus from McAllen, TX to Houston, passengers can travel with Greyhound US, Valley Transit and FlixBus. With our search, you can compare all available bus tickets to book the one that works for you.

Is there a direct bus between McAllen, TX and Houston?

You can check all the direct connections between McAllen, TX and Houston by using our search and looking at the Changes section in our filters. These are some of the companies which offer a direct bus: Greyhound US, Valley Transit and FlixBus.

What can I take with me on the McAllen, TX to Houston bus route?

Depending on which provider you travel with, what you're allowed to bring with you can vary. Generally, you can take a suitcase and hand luggage with you on the McAllen, TX Houston bus route free of charge. Simply use our search to find a bus that is best suited to your needs for your planned travel date.

What equipment is available for the McAllen, TX Houston bus route?

The equipment on board differs depending on the provider. However, many long-distance buses have WiFi so you can tell your friends your exact location during the journey. To make traveling even more pleasant, air conditioning systems provide ventilation. It is best to use our search to get precise information about the equipment of the bus from McAllen, TX to Houston on your planned travel date.

Available seat classes which are offered on the bus route McAllen, TX to Houston

Economy

The cheapest option available for your ticket, it usually comes with reclinable seats and AC.

More bus routes to McAllen, TX and to Houston

Here’s an overview of the most popular bus routes to McAllen, TX and to Houston. Simply click on the connection of your choice, and you will find all the details about your bus route!