Bus McAllen, TX to San Diego - Compare all Companies

Compare all timetables for the bus from McAllen, TX to San Diego

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

today

tomorrow

$234

Tuesday

$172

Wednesday

Thursday

$143

Friday

$129

Saturday

$193

Cheapest bus trips tomorrow
Mode of Transport	BertCompanyCountOneCompanyName	Duration	Departure time	From	Departure	Arrival time	To	Destination	Logo	Seat classes	Price
	Greyhound Lines Mexico	51h 0m	11:20 AM	McAllen, TX	Central Bus Station	12:20 PM	San Diego	San Ysidro Transit Center		Economy	$234	A Bus from Greyhound Lines Mexico goes from Central Bus Station, McAllen, TX (USA) at 7/27/2026 11:20:00 AM to San Ysidro Transit Center, San Diego (USA) arriving at 7/29/2026 12:20:00 PM. 50 Economy ticket for $234 per person are available. Travel duration is 51h 0m

Did you know that if you travel from McAllen, TX to San Diego via Calexico, CA, you can save more than $61? You can find the corresponding connections below.
- Valley Transit
  
  44h 45m
  
  0
  
  11:00 PM
  
  McAllen, TX
  Central Bus Station
  
  2:25 PM
  
  Calexico, CA
  Bus Station
  
  0
  
  Economy
  
  $152
  
  A Bus from Valley Transit goes from Central Bus Station, McAllen, TX (USA) at 7/27/2026 11:00:00 PM to Bus Station, Calexico, CA (USA) arriving at 7/29/2026 2:25:00 PM. 50 Economy ticket for $152 per person are available. Travel duration is 41h 25m
- Greyhound US
  
  3h 5m
  
  0
  
  2:40 PM
  
  Calexico, CA
  Bus Station
  
  5:45 PM
  
  San Diego
  Old Town Transit Center
  
  0
  
  Economy
  
  $21
  
  A Bus from Greyhound US goes from Bus Station, Calexico, CA (USA) at 7/29/2026 2:40:00 PM to Old Town Transit Center, San Diego (USA) arriving at 7/29/2026 5:45:00 PM. 50 Economy ticket for $21 per person are available. Travel duration is 3h 5m
Travel Time is 4h 15m shorter, and you will save $61

Cheapest bus trips Tuesday
BertCompanyCountOneCompanyName	Duration	Departure time	From	Departure	Arrival time	To	Destination	Seat classes	Price
Valley Transit	43h 25m	11:00 PM	McAllen, TX	Central Bus Station	4:25 PM	San Diego	Old Town Transit Center	Economy	$172	A Bus from Valley Transit goes from Central Bus Station, McAllen, TX (USA) at 7/28/2026 11:00:00 PM to Old Town Transit Center, San Diego (USA) arriving at 7/30/2026 4:25:00 PM. 50 Economy ticket for $172 per person are available. Travel duration is 43h 25m
Valley Transit	49h 15m	11:00 PM	McAllen, TX	Central Bus Station	10:15 PM	San Diego	Seaport Village	Economy	$172	A Bus from Valley Transit goes from Central Bus Station, McAllen, TX (USA) at 7/28/2026 11:00:00 PM to Seaport Village, San Diego (USA) arriving at 7/30/2026 10:15:00 PM. 50 Economy ticket for $172 per person are available. Travel duration is 49h 15m
Valley Transit	44h 45m	11:00 PM	McAllen, TX	Central Bus Station	5:45 PM	San Diego	Old Town Transit Center	Economy	$174	A Bus from Valley Transit goes from Central Bus Station, McAllen, TX (USA) at 7/28/2026 11:00:00 PM to Old Town Transit Center, San Diego (USA) arriving at 7/30/2026 5:45:00 PM. 50 Economy ticket for $174 per person are available. Travel duration is 44h 45m
Greyhound US	50h 25m	11:20 AM	McAllen, TX	Central Bus Station	11:45 AM	San Diego	Old Town Transit Center	Economy	$185	A Bus from Greyhound US goes from Central Bus Station, McAllen, TX (USA) at 7/28/2026 11:20:00 AM to Old Town Transit Center, San Diego (USA) arriving at 7/30/2026 11:45:00 AM. 50 Economy ticket for $185 per person are available. Travel duration is 50h 25m

Cheapest bus trips Thursday
BertCompanyCountOneCompanyName	Duration	Departure time	From	Departure	Arrival time	To	Destination	Seat classes	Price
FlixBus	43h 25m	11:00 PM	McAllen, TX	Central Bus Station	4:25 PM	San Diego	Old Town Transit Center	Economy	$143	A Bus from FlixBus goes from Central Bus Station, McAllen, TX (USA) at 7/30/2026 11:00:00 PM to Old Town Transit Center, San Diego (USA) arriving at 8/1/2026 4:25:00 PM. 50 Economy ticket for $143 per person are available. Travel duration is 43h 25m
FlixBus	42h 55m	11:00 PM	McAllen, TX	Central Bus Station	3:55 PM	San Diego	La Jolla Village	Economy	$143	A Bus from FlixBus goes from Central Bus Station, McAllen, TX (USA) at 7/30/2026 11:00:00 PM to La Jolla Village, San Diego (USA) arriving at 8/1/2026 3:55:00 PM. 50 Economy ticket for $143 per person are available. Travel duration is 42h 55m
Greyhound Lines Mexico	50h 25m	11:20 AM	McAllen, TX	Central Bus Station	11:45 AM	San Diego	Old Town Transit Center	Economy	$167	A Bus from Greyhound Lines Mexico goes from Central Bus Station, McAllen, TX (USA) at 7/30/2026 11:20:00 AM to Old Town Transit Center, San Diego (USA) arriving at 8/1/2026 11:45:00 AM. 50 Economy ticket for $167 per person are available. Travel duration is 50h 25m
Greyhound Lines Mexico	48h 45m	11:20 AM	McAllen, TX	Central Bus Station	10:05 AM	San Diego	Seaport Village	Economy	$168	A Bus from Greyhound Lines Mexico goes from Central Bus Station, McAllen, TX (USA) at 7/30/2026 11:20:00 AM to Seaport Village, San Diego (USA) arriving at 8/1/2026 10:05:00 AM. 50 Economy ticket for $168 per person are available. Travel duration is 48h 45m
Valley Transit	45h 20m	11:00 PM	McAllen, TX	Central Bus Station	6:20 PM	San Diego	San Ysidro Transit Center	Economy	$214	A Bus from Valley Transit goes from Central Bus Station, McAllen, TX (USA) at 7/30/2026 11:00:00 PM to San Ysidro Transit Center, San Diego (USA) arriving at 8/1/2026 6:20:00 PM. 50 Economy ticket for $214 per person are available. Travel duration is 45h 20m

Cheapest bus trips Friday
BertCompanyCountOneCompanyName	Duration	Departure time	From	Departure	Arrival time	To	Destination	Seat classes	Price
Valley Transit	44h 45m	11:00 PM	McAllen, TX	Central Bus Station	5:45 PM	San Diego	Old Town Transit Center	Economy	$129	A Bus from Valley Transit goes from Central Bus Station, McAllen, TX (USA) at 7/31/2026 11:00:00 PM to Old Town Transit Center, San Diego (USA) arriving at 8/2/2026 5:45:00 PM. 50 Economy ticket for $129 per person are available. Travel duration is 44h 45m
Valley Transit	43h 25m	11:00 PM	McAllen, TX	Central Bus Station	4:25 PM	San Diego	Old Town Transit Center	Economy	$130	A Bus from Valley Transit goes from Central Bus Station, McAllen, TX (USA) at 7/31/2026 11:00:00 PM to Old Town Transit Center, San Diego (USA) arriving at 8/2/2026 4:25:00 PM. 50 Economy ticket for $130 per person are available. Travel duration is 43h 25m
Valley Transit	49h 15m	11:00 PM	McAllen, TX	Central Bus Station	10:15 PM	San Diego	Seaport Village	Economy	$132	A Bus from Valley Transit goes from Central Bus Station, McAllen, TX (USA) at 7/31/2026 11:00:00 PM to Seaport Village, San Diego (USA) arriving at 8/2/2026 10:15:00 PM. 50 Economy ticket for $132 per person are available. Travel duration is 49h 15m
Greyhound US	50h 25m	11:20 AM	McAllen, TX	Central Bus Station	11:45 AM	San Diego	Old Town Transit Center	Economy	$161	A Bus from Greyhound US goes from Central Bus Station, McAllen, TX (USA) at 7/31/2026 11:20:00 AM to Old Town Transit Center, San Diego (USA) arriving at 8/2/2026 11:45:00 AM. 50 Economy ticket for $161 per person are available. Travel duration is 50h 25m
Greyhound US	48h 45m	11:20 AM	McAllen, TX	Central Bus Station	10:05 AM	San Diego	Seaport Village	Economy	$163	A Bus from Greyhound US goes from Central Bus Station, McAllen, TX (USA) at 7/31/2026 11:20:00 AM to Seaport Village, San Diego (USA) arriving at 8/2/2026 10:05:00 AM. 50 Economy ticket for $163 per person are available. Travel duration is 48h 45m

Cheapest bus trips Saturday
BertCompanyCountOneCompanyName	Duration	Departure time	From	Departure	Arrival time	To	Destination	Seat classes	Price
Valley Transit	43h 25m	11:00 PM	McAllen, TX	Central Bus Station	4:25 PM	San Diego	Old Town Transit Center	Economy	$193	A Bus from Valley Transit goes from Central Bus Station, McAllen, TX (USA) at 8/1/2026 11:00:00 PM to Old Town Transit Center, San Diego (USA) arriving at 8/3/2026 4:25:00 PM. 50 Economy ticket for $193 per person are available. Travel duration is 43h 25m
Valley Transit	49h 15m	11:00 PM	McAllen, TX	Central Bus Station	10:15 PM	San Diego	Seaport Village	Economy	$204	A Bus from Valley Transit goes from Central Bus Station, McAllen, TX (USA) at 8/1/2026 11:00:00 PM to Seaport Village, San Diego (USA) arriving at 8/3/2026 10:15:00 PM. 50 Economy ticket for $204 per person are available. Travel duration is 49h 15m
Greyhound US	50h 25m	11:20 AM	McAllen, TX	Central Bus Station	11:45 AM	San Diego	Old Town Transit Center	Economy	$210	A Bus from Greyhound US goes from Central Bus Station, McAllen, TX (USA) at 8/1/2026 11:20:00 AM to Old Town Transit Center, San Diego (USA) arriving at 8/3/2026 11:45:00 AM. 50 Economy ticket for $210 per person are available. Travel duration is 50h 25m
Greyhound Lines Mexico	51h 0m	11:20 AM	McAllen, TX	Central Bus Station	12:20 PM	San Diego	San Ysidro Transit Center	Economy	$234	A Bus from Greyhound Lines Mexico goes from Central Bus Station, McAllen, TX (USA) at 8/1/2026 11:20:00 AM to San Ysidro Transit Center, San Diego (USA) arriving at 8/3/2026 12:20:00 PM. 50 Economy ticket for $234 per person are available. Travel duration is 51h 0m

Did you know that if you travel from McAllen, TX to San Diego via Calexico, CA, you can save more than $32? You can find the corresponding connections below.
- FlixBus
  
  44h 45m
  
  0
  
  11:00 PM
  
  McAllen, TX
  Central Bus Station
  
  2:25 PM
  
  Calexico, CA
  Bus Station
  
  0
  
  Economy
  
  $138
  
  A Bus from FlixBus goes from Central Bus Station, McAllen, TX (USA) at 7/31/2026 11:00:00 PM to Bus Station, Calexico, CA (USA) arriving at 8/2/2026 2:25:00 PM. 50 Economy ticket for $138 per person are available. Travel duration is 41h 25m
- Greyhound US
  
  3h 5m
  
  0
  
  2:40 PM
  
  Calexico, CA
  Bus Station
  
  5:45 PM
  
  San Diego
  Old Town Transit Center
  
  0
  
  Economy
  
  $23
  
  A Bus from Greyhound US goes from Bus Station, Calexico, CA (USA) at 8/2/2026 2:40:00 PM to Old Town Transit Center, San Diego (USA) arriving at 8/2/2026 5:45:00 PM. 50 Economy ticket for $23 per person are available. Travel duration is 3h 5m
Travel time is 3h 20m longer, but you will save $32

Best Price Offer: The price for the cheapest bus from McAllen, TX to San Diego is $129 on 7/31/2026. Flexible travelers save on ticket prices.

Frequency of bus connections between McAllen, TX and San Diego

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

Thursday is the busiest day, with more than 9 daily buses from McAllen, TX to San Diego. Monday has instead the fewest connections, with only 1 daily coaches between McAllen, TX and San Diego.

The busiest time of the day is the Evening, with 14 buses from McAllen, TX to San Diego, while Morning sees the fewest connections between McAllen, TX and San Diego, with 11 offers.

Facts about the bus from McAllen, TX to San Diego

Compare all providers like Valley Transit, Greyhound Lines Mexico and FlixBus that travel 5 times every day by bus from McAllen, TX to San Diego in one click! Book your bus ticket from McAllen, TX to San Diego starting from $129!

Cheapest Bus	$129
Fastest Bus	40h 55m
Earliest Bus	11:20 AM
Latest Bus	11:00 PM
Daily Bus Routes	5 Ø
Distance	1,222.2 miles
Bus Companies	Valley Transit, Greyhound Lines Mexico, FlixBus and Greyhound US

Cheapest bus connections from McAllen, TX to San Diego

Every day, 5 buses from 4 bus companies leave McAllen, TX for San Diego: in the table below, you will find the cheapest prices for a bus ticket for this route, starting from 07/26/2026 and for the following days.

Sunday

Monday

Tuesday

Wednesday

Thursday

Friday

Saturday

Sunday 07/26

Monday 07/27

$217

Tuesday 07/28

$172

Wednesday 07/29

Thursday 07/30

$214

Friday 07/31

$214

Saturday 08/01

$220

Sunday 08/02

$178

Monday 08/03

$184

Tuesday 08/04

$190

Wednesday 08/05

$165

Thursday 08/06

$148

Friday 08/07

$166

Saturday 08/08

$158

Sunday 08/09

$168

Monday 08/10

$217

Tuesday 08/11

$168

Wednesday 08/12

$168

Thursday 08/13

Friday 08/14

Saturday 08/15

Sunday 08/16

Monday 08/17

Tuesday 08/18

Wednesday 08/19

Thursday 08/20

Friday 08/21

Saturday 08/22

The cheapest time to travel from McAllen, TX to San Diego

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

With a price starting from $129, Friday is the cheapest day for a bus from McAllen, TX to San Diego. Monday instead is the most expensive day with prices starting from $184.

Evening is the cheapest day time for bus tickets from McAllen, TX to San Diego, with $129. Morning is the most expensive time of the day with prices starting from $161.

How to save money travelling from McAllen, TX to San Diego

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 San Diego 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 San Diego, 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 San Diego are also emptier.

All bus stations and stops in McAllen, TX and San Diego

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

Central Bus Station

U.S. 83 Business 1501

Frontera México-USA

Old Town Transit Center

Congress Street 2727

San Ysidro Transit Center

E San Ysidro Blvd 723

Santa Fe Depot

Kettner Blvd 1050

Seaport Village

W Harbor Dr 789

Downtown

Service and Comfort on the bus from McAllen, TX to San Diego

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

FAQs about the McAllen, TX to San Diego bus

How much does a McAllen, TX San Diego bus trip cost?

This depends on, among other things, the day and time of travel. The cheapest trip is available from $129 and takes 42h 45m to reach San Diego. Compare offers to save money!

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

This route is offered by 4 companies with a range of ticket prices between $129 and $242. Thus, we recommend booking your ticket as early as possible to make sure you get the cheapest bus ticket to San Diego.

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

Every day, the McAllen, TX to San Diego bus route is served by approximately 5 connections. With our search, you can compare bus times to find the perfect trip.

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

The fastest bus from McAllen, TX to San Diego is offered by FlixBus and takes 40h 55m. Bus tickets for this connection cost $143. 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 San Diego?

The earliest bus arriving in San Diego from McAllen, TX starts at 11:20 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 San Diego?

The latest bus trip departing from McAllen, TX for San Diego starts at 11:00 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 San Diego route?

When traveling by bus from McAllen, TX to San Diego, passengers can travel with Valley Transit, Greyhound Lines Mexico 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 San Diego?

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

What can I take with me on the McAllen, TX to San Diego 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 San Diego 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 San Diego 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 San Diego on your planned travel date.

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

Economy

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

More bus routes to McAllen, TX and to San Diego

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