Bus San Diego to McAllen, TX: Compare prices and save money

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

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

today

$150

tomorrow

Monday

$125

Tuesday

$132

Wednesday

$151

Thursday

$149

Friday

$129

Cheapest bus trips today
Mode of Transport	BertCompanyCountOneCompanyName	Duration	Departure time	From	Departure	Arrival time	To	Destination	Logo	Seat classes	Price
	Greyhound US	46h 5m	7:55 PM	San Diego	Old Town Transit Center	8:00 PM	McAllen, TX	Central Bus Station		Economy	$150	A Bus from Greyhound US goes from Old Town Transit Center, San Diego (USA) at 7/25/2026 7:55:00 PM to Central Bus Station, McAllen, TX (USA) arriving at 7/27/2026 8:00:00 PM. 50 Economy ticket for $150 per person are available. Travel duration is 46h 5m

Did you know that if you travel from San Diego to McAllen, TX via Laredo, TX, you can save more than $15? You can find the corresponding connections below.
- FlixBus
  
  50h 45m
  
  0
  
  1:10 PM
  
  San Diego
  Seaport Village
  
  5:30 AM
  
  Laredo, TX
  Salinas Ave Bus Station
  
  0
  
  Economy
  
  $111
  
  A Bus from FlixBus goes from Seaport Village, San Diego (USA) at 7/26/2026 1:10:00 PM to Salinas Ave Bus Station, Laredo, TX (USA) arriving at 7/28/2026 5:30:00 AM. 50 Economy ticket for $111 per person are available. Travel duration is 38h 20m
- Greyhound US
  
  3h 25m
  
  0
  
  2:30 PM
  
  Laredo, TX
  Salinas Ave Bus Station
  
  5:55 PM
  
  McAllen, TX
  Central Bus Station
  
  0
  
  Economy
  
  $23
  
  A Bus from Greyhound US goes from Salinas Ave Bus Station, Laredo, TX (USA) at 7/28/2026 2:30:00 PM to Central Bus Station, McAllen, TX (USA) arriving at 7/28/2026 5:55:00 PM. 50 Economy ticket for $23 per person are available. Travel duration is 3h 25m
Travel time is 2h 40m longer, but you will save $15

Cheapest bus trips Monday
BertCompanyCountOneCompanyName	Duration	Departure time	From	Departure	Arrival time	To	Destination	Seat classes	Price
FlixBus	52h 35m	9:25 AM	San Diego	Old Town Transit Center	4:00 PM	McAllen, TX	Central Bus Station	Economy	$125	A Bus from FlixBus goes from Old Town Transit Center, San Diego (USA) at 7/27/2026 9:25:00 AM to Central Bus Station, McAllen, TX (USA) arriving at 7/29/2026 4:00:00 PM. 50 Economy ticket for $125 per person are available. Travel duration is 52h 35m
Greyhound US	48h 0m	9:50 AM	San Diego	Old Town Transit Center	11:50 AM	McAllen, TX	Central Bus Station	Economy	$126	A Bus from Greyhound US goes from Old Town Transit Center, San Diego (USA) at 7/27/2026 9:50:00 AM to Central Bus Station, McAllen, TX (USA) arriving at 7/29/2026 11:50:00 AM. 50 Economy ticket for $126 per person are available. Travel duration is 48h 0m
FlixBus	50h 15m	7:35 AM	San Diego	Old Town Transit Center	11:50 AM	McAllen, TX	Central Bus Station	Economy	$133	A Bus from FlixBus goes from Old Town Transit Center, San Diego (USA) at 7/27/2026 7:35:00 AM to Central Bus Station, McAllen, TX (USA) arriving at 7/29/2026 11:50:00 AM. 50 Economy ticket for $133 per person are available. Travel duration is 50h 15m
Greyhound US	46h 5m	7:55 PM	San Diego	Old Town Transit Center	8:00 PM	McAllen, TX	Central Bus Station	Economy	$145	A Bus from Greyhound US goes from Old Town Transit Center, San Diego (USA) at 7/27/2026 7:55:00 PM to Central Bus Station, McAllen, TX (USA) arriving at 7/29/2026 8:00:00 PM. 50 Economy ticket for $145 per person are available. Travel duration is 46h 5m

Cheapest bus trips Tuesday
BertCompanyCountOneCompanyName	Duration	Departure time	From	Departure	Arrival time	To	Destination	Seat classes	Price
FlixBus	52h 35m	9:25 AM	San Diego	Old Town Transit Center	4:00 PM	McAllen, TX	Central Bus Station	Economy	$132	A Bus from FlixBus goes from Old Town Transit Center, San Diego (USA) at 7/28/2026 9:25:00 AM to Central Bus Station, McAllen, TX (USA) arriving at 7/30/2026 4:00:00 PM. 50 Economy ticket for $132 per person are available. Travel duration is 52h 35m
Greyhound US	48h 0m	9:50 AM	San Diego	Old Town Transit Center	11:50 AM	McAllen, TX	Central Bus Station	Economy	$132	A Bus from Greyhound US goes from Old Town Transit Center, San Diego (USA) at 7/28/2026 9:50:00 AM to Central Bus Station, McAllen, TX (USA) arriving at 7/30/2026 11:50:00 AM. 50 Economy ticket for $132 per person are available. Travel duration is 48h 0m
Greyhound US	46h 5m	7:55 PM	San Diego	Old Town Transit Center	8:00 PM	McAllen, TX	Central Bus Station	Economy	$132	A Bus from Greyhound US goes from Old Town Transit Center, San Diego (USA) at 7/28/2026 7:55:00 PM to Central Bus Station, McAllen, TX (USA) arriving at 7/30/2026 8:00:00 PM. 50 Economy ticket for $132 per person are available. Travel duration is 46h 5m
FlixBus	50h 15m	7:35 AM	San Diego	Old Town Transit Center	11:50 AM	McAllen, TX	Central Bus Station	Economy	$154	A Bus from FlixBus goes from Old Town Transit Center, San Diego (USA) at 7/28/2026 7:35:00 AM to Central Bus Station, McAllen, TX (USA) arriving at 7/30/2026 11:50:00 AM. 50 Economy ticket for $154 per person are available. Travel duration is 50h 15m

Cheapest bus trips Wednesday
BertCompanyCountOneCompanyName	Duration	Departure time	From	Departure	Arrival time	To	Destination	Seat classes	Price
FlixBus	50h 15m	7:35 AM	San Diego	Old Town Transit Center	11:50 AM	McAllen, TX	Central Bus Station	Economy	$151	A Bus from FlixBus goes from Old Town Transit Center, San Diego (USA) at 7/29/2026 7:35:00 AM to Central Bus Station, McAllen, TX (USA) arriving at 7/31/2026 11:50:00 AM. 50 Economy ticket for $151 per person are available. Travel duration is 50h 15m
Greyhound US	48h 0m	9:50 AM	San Diego	Old Town Transit Center	11:50 AM	McAllen, TX	Central Bus Station	Economy	$154	A Bus from Greyhound US goes from Old Town Transit Center, San Diego (USA) at 7/29/2026 9:50:00 AM to Central Bus Station, McAllen, TX (USA) arriving at 7/31/2026 11:50:00 AM. 50 Economy ticket for $154 per person are available. Travel duration is 48h 0m
Greyhound US	46h 5m	7:55 PM	San Diego	Old Town Transit Center	8:00 PM	McAllen, TX	Central Bus Station	Economy	$155	A Bus from Greyhound US goes from Old Town Transit Center, San Diego (USA) at 7/29/2026 7:55:00 PM to Central Bus Station, McAllen, TX (USA) arriving at 7/31/2026 8:00:00 PM. 50 Economy ticket for $155 per person are available. Travel duration is 46h 5m

Did you know that if you travel from San Diego to McAllen, TX via Laredo, TX, you can save more than $16? You can find the corresponding connections below.
- FlixBus
  
  50h 45m
  
  0
  
  1:10 PM
  
  San Diego
  Seaport Village
  
  5:30 AM
  
  Laredo, TX
  Salinas Ave Bus Station
  
  0
  
  Economy
  
  $111
  
  A Bus from FlixBus goes from Seaport Village, San Diego (USA) at 7/26/2026 1:10:00 PM to Salinas Ave Bus Station, Laredo, TX (USA) arriving at 7/28/2026 5:30:00 AM. 50 Economy ticket for $111 per person are available. Travel duration is 38h 20m
- Greyhound US
  
  3h 25m
  
  0
  
  2:30 PM
  
  Laredo, TX
  Salinas Ave Bus Station
  
  5:55 PM
  
  McAllen, TX
  Central Bus Station
  
  0
  
  Economy
  
  $23
  
  A Bus from Greyhound US goes from Salinas Ave Bus Station, Laredo, TX (USA) at 7/28/2026 2:30:00 PM to Central Bus Station, McAllen, TX (USA) arriving at 7/28/2026 5:55:00 PM. 50 Economy ticket for $23 per person are available. Travel duration is 3h 25m
Travel time is 2h 40m longer, but you will save $16

Cheapest bus trips Thursday
BertCompanyCountOneCompanyName	Duration	Departure time	From	Departure	Arrival time	To	Destination	Seat classes	Price
FlixBus	52h 35m	9:25 AM	San Diego	Old Town Transit Center	4:00 PM	McAllen, TX	Central Bus Station	Economy	$149	A Bus from FlixBus goes from Old Town Transit Center, San Diego (USA) at 7/30/2026 9:25:00 AM to Central Bus Station, McAllen, TX (USA) arriving at 8/1/2026 4:00:00 PM. 50 Economy ticket for $149 per person are available. Travel duration is 52h 35m
Greyhound US	48h 0m	9:50 AM	San Diego	Old Town Transit Center	11:50 AM	McAllen, TX	Central Bus Station	Economy	$156	A Bus from Greyhound US goes from Old Town Transit Center, San Diego (USA) at 7/30/2026 9:50:00 AM to Central Bus Station, McAllen, TX (USA) arriving at 8/1/2026 11:50:00 AM. 50 Economy ticket for $156 per person are available. Travel duration is 48h 0m
Greyhound US	46h 5m	7:55 PM	San Diego	Old Town Transit Center	8:00 PM	McAllen, TX	Central Bus Station	Economy	$169	A Bus from Greyhound US goes from Old Town Transit Center, San Diego (USA) at 7/30/2026 7:55:00 PM to Central Bus Station, McAllen, TX (USA) arriving at 8/1/2026 8:00:00 PM. 50 Economy ticket for $169 per person are available. Travel duration is 46h 5m
FlixBus	50h 15m	7:35 AM	San Diego	Old Town Transit Center	11:50 AM	McAllen, TX	Central Bus Station	Economy	$175	A Bus from FlixBus goes from Old Town Transit Center, San Diego (USA) at 7/30/2026 7:35:00 AM to Central Bus Station, McAllen, TX (USA) arriving at 8/1/2026 11:50:00 AM. 50 Economy ticket for $175 per person are available. Travel duration is 50h 15m

Cheapest bus trips Friday
BertCompanyCountOneCompanyName	Duration	Departure time	From	Departure	Arrival time	To	Destination	Seat classes	Price
FlixBus	52h 35m	9:25 AM	San Diego	Old Town Transit Center	4:00 PM	McAllen, TX	Central Bus Station	Economy	$129	A Bus from FlixBus goes from Old Town Transit Center, San Diego (USA) at 7/31/2026 9:25:00 AM to Central Bus Station, McAllen, TX (USA) arriving at 8/2/2026 4:00:00 PM. 50 Economy ticket for $129 per person are available. Travel duration is 52h 35m
FlixBus	52h 10m	9:50 AM	San Diego	La Jolla Village	4:00 PM	McAllen, TX	Central Bus Station	Economy	$133	A Bus from FlixBus goes from La Jolla Village, San Diego (USA) at 7/31/2026 9:50:00 AM to Central Bus Station, McAllen, TX (USA) arriving at 8/2/2026 4:00:00 PM. 50 Economy ticket for $133 per person are available. Travel duration is 52h 10m
Greyhound US	48h 0m	9:50 AM	San Diego	Old Town Transit Center	11:50 AM	McAllen, TX	Central Bus Station	Economy	$144	A Bus from Greyhound US goes from Old Town Transit Center, San Diego (USA) at 7/31/2026 9:50:00 AM to Central Bus Station, McAllen, TX (USA) arriving at 8/2/2026 11:50:00 AM. 50 Economy ticket for $144 per person are available. Travel duration is 48h 0m
FlixBus	50h 15m	7:35 AM	San Diego	Old Town Transit Center	11:50 AM	McAllen, TX	Central Bus Station	Economy	$145	A Bus from FlixBus goes from Old Town Transit Center, San Diego (USA) at 7/31/2026 7:35:00 AM to Central Bus Station, McAllen, TX (USA) arriving at 8/2/2026 11:50:00 AM. 50 Economy ticket for $145 per person are available. Travel duration is 50h 15m
Greyhound US	46h 5m	7:55 PM	San Diego	Old Town Transit Center	8:00 PM	McAllen, TX	Central Bus Station	Economy	$157	A Bus from Greyhound US goes from Old Town Transit Center, San Diego (USA) at 7/31/2026 7:55:00 PM to Central Bus Station, McAllen, TX (USA) arriving at 8/2/2026 8:00:00 PM. 50 Economy ticket for $157 per person are available. Travel duration is 46h 5m

Frequency of bus connections between San Diego and McAllen, TX

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

Friday is the busiest day, with more than 10 daily buses from San Diego to McAllen, TX. Saturday has instead the fewest connections, with only 1 daily coaches between San Diego and McAllen, TX.

The busiest time of the day is the Morning, with 19 buses from San Diego to McAllen, TX, while Evening sees the fewest connections between San Diego and McAllen, TX, with 7 offers.

Test cheapest views

The cheapest bus for the 7/19/2026 costs just $121, from FlixBus

Facts about the bus from San Diego to McAllen, TX

Compare all providers like FlixBus and Greyhound US that travel 4 times every day by bus from San Diego to McAllen, TX in one click! Book your bus ticket from San Diego to McAllen, TX starting from $121!

Cheapest Bus	$121
Fastest Bus	48h 5m
Earliest Bus	7:55 PM
Latest Bus	7:55 PM
Daily Bus Routes	4 Ø
Distance	1,222.2 miles
Bus Companies	FlixBus and Greyhound US

Cheapest bus connections from San Diego to McAllen, TX

Every day, 4 buses from 2 bus companies leave San Diego for McAllen, TX: in the table below, you will find the cheapest prices for a bus ticket for this route, starting from 07/25/2026 and for the following days.

Sunday

Monday

Tuesday

Wednesday

Thursday

Friday

Saturday

Sunday 07/19

Monday 07/20

Tuesday 07/21

Wednesday 07/22

Thursday 07/23

Friday 07/24

Saturday 07/25

$130

Sunday 07/26

Monday 07/27

$125

Tuesday 07/28

$132

Wednesday 07/29

$151

Thursday 07/30

$149

Friday 07/31

$129

Saturday 08/01

$142

Sunday 08/02

$128

Monday 08/03

$141

Tuesday 08/04

Wednesday 08/05

Thursday 08/06

$145

Friday 08/07

$142

Saturday 08/08

$125

Sunday 08/09

$129

Monday 08/10

Tuesday 08/11

Wednesday 08/12

$153

Thursday 08/13

Friday 08/14

Saturday 08/15

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

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

With a price starting from $125, Monday is the cheapest day for a bus from San Diego to McAllen, TX. Wednesday instead is the most expensive day with prices starting from $151.

Morning is the cheapest day time for bus tickets from San Diego to McAllen, TX, with $125. Evening is the most expensive time of the day with prices starting from $132.

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

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 San Diego to McAllen, TX 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 San Diego to McAllen, TX, 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 San Diego to McAllen, TX are also emptier.

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

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

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

Central Bus Station

U.S. 83 Business 1501

Frontera México-USA

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

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

FAQs about the San Diego to McAllen, TX bus

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

This depends on, among other things, the day and time of travel. The cheapest trip is available from $121 and takes 54h 35m to reach McAllen, TX. Compare offers to save money!

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

This route is offered by 2 companies with a range of ticket prices between $121 and $175. Thus, we recommend booking your ticket as early as possible to make sure you get the cheapest bus ticket to McAllen, TX.

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

Every day, the San Diego to McAllen, TX bus route is served by approximately 4 connections. With our search, you can compare bus times to find the perfect trip.

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

The fastest bus from San Diego to McAllen, TX is offered by Greyhound US and takes 48h 5m. Bus tickets for this connection cost $150. In this context, bear in mind that the journey can take longer due to traffic.

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

The earliest bus arriving in McAllen, TX from San Diego starts at 7:55 PM. 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 San Diego to McAllen, TX?

The latest bus trip departing from San Diego for McAllen, TX starts at 7:55 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 San Diego McAllen, TX route?

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

Is there a direct bus between San Diego and McAllen, TX?

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

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

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

Economy

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

More bus routes to San Diego and to McAllen, TX

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