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

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

today
$232
tomorrow
Tuesday
$253
Wednesday
Thursday
$303
Friday
$325
Saturday

Cheapest bus trips today

Mode of Transport BertCompanyCountOneCompanyName Duration Departure time From Departure Arrival time To Destination Logo Seat classes Price
FlixBus 34h 15m 7:25 PM Chicago 95th Red Line Station 5:40 AM McAllen, TX Central Bus Station  Economy $232
FlixBus 44h 10m 11:50 PM Chicago 95th Red Line Station 8:00 PM McAllen, TX Central Bus Station  Economy $233
Greyhound US 31h 10m 10:30 PM Chicago Downtown Bus Station 5:40 AM McAllen, TX Central Bus Station  Economy $250
Greyhound US 40h 50m 11:10 PM Chicago Canal & Van Buren 4:00 PM McAllen, TX Central Bus Station  Economy $261
Tornado Bus Company 26h 51m 1:30 PM Chicago California & 35th Street Bus Stop 4:21 PM McAllen, TX Central Bus Station  Basic $275
  • Did you know that if you travel from Chicago to McAllen, TX via Houston, you can save more than $44? You can find the corresponding connections below.
    • FlixBus
      34h 15m
      0
      7:25 PM
      Chicago
      95th Red Line Station
      11:30 PM
      Houston
      Harrisburg Blvd Station
      0
      FlixBus
      Economy
      $141
      • Waiting Time 0h 5m
    • Busbud
      6h 5m
      0
      11:35 PM
      Houston
      Harrisburg Blvd Station
      5:40 AM
      McAllen, TX
      Central Bus Station
      0
      Busbud
      Economy
      $47
    Travel time is 7h 24m longer, but you will save $44

Cheapest bus trips Tuesday

Mode of Transport BertCompanyCountOneCompanyName Duration Departure time From Departure Arrival time To Destination Logo Seat classes Price
Greyhound US 40h 50m 11:10 PM Chicago Union Station 4:00 PM McAllen, TX Central Bus Station  Economy $253
Greyhound US 43h 40m 10:00 AM Chicago Union Station 5:40 AM McAllen, TX Central Bus Station  Economy $269
Greyhound US 37h 50m 6:10 AM Chicago Downtown Bus Station 8:00 PM McAllen, TX Central Bus Station  Economy $276
Greyhound US 37h 20m 10:30 PM Chicago Downtown Bus Station 11:50 AM McAllen, TX Central Bus Station  Economy $281
  • Did you know that if you travel from Chicago to McAllen, TX via Houston, you can save more than $66? You can find the corresponding connections below.
    • FlixBus
      43h 30m
      0
      10:10 AM
      Chicago
      95th Red Line Station
      3:50 PM
      Houston
      Uptown/Upper Kirby
      0
      FlixBus
      Economy
      $140
      • Waiting Time 7h 45m
    • Busbud
      6h 5m
      0
      11:35 PM
      Houston
      Harrisburg Blvd Station
      5:40 AM
      McAllen, TX
      Central Bus Station
      0
      Busbud
      Economy
      $47
    Travel time is 6h 10m longer, but you will save $66

Cheapest bus trips Thursday

Mode of Transport BertCompanyCountOneCompanyName Duration Departure time From Departure Arrival time To Destination Logo Seat classes Price
FlixBus 34h 15m 9:45 AM Chicago Downtown Bus Station 8:00 PM McAllen, TX Central Bus Station  Economy $303
FlixBus 37h 10m 4:30 PM Chicago Downtown Bus Station 5:40 AM McAllen, TX Central Bus Station  Economy $307
Greyhound US 40h 55m 10:00 AM Chicago Union Station 2:55 AM McAllen, TX Central Bus Station  Economy $310
Greyhound US 40h 50m 11:10 PM Chicago Union Station 4:00 PM McAllen, TX Central Bus Station  Economy $352
Greyhound US 37h 20m 10:30 PM Chicago Downtown Bus Station 11:50 AM McAllen, TX Central Bus Station  Economy $369
  • Did you know that if you travel from Chicago to McAllen, TX via Houston, you can save more than $116? You can find the corresponding connections below.
    • FlixBus
      43h 30m
      0
      10:10 AM
      Chicago
      95th Red Line Station
      3:50 PM
      Houston
      Uptown/Upper Kirby
      0
      FlixBus
      Economy
      $140
      • Waiting Time 7h 45m
    • Busbud
      6h 5m
      0
      11:35 PM
      Houston
      Harrisburg Blvd Station
      5:40 AM
      McAllen, TX
      Central Bus Station
      0
      Busbud
      Economy
      $47
    Travel time is 9h 15m longer, but you will save $116

Cheapest bus trips Friday

Mode of Transport BertCompanyCountOneCompanyName Duration Departure time From Departure Arrival time To Destination Logo Seat classes Price
FlixBus 37h 10m 4:30 PM Chicago Downtown Bus Station 5:40 AM McAllen, TX Central Bus Station  Economy $325
Greyhound US 40h 50m 11:10 PM Chicago Union Station 4:00 PM McAllen, TX Central Bus Station  Economy $338
FlixBus 34h 15m 9:45 AM Chicago Downtown Bus Station 8:00 PM McAllen, TX Central Bus Station  Economy $343
Greyhound US 40h 55m 10:00 AM Chicago Union Station 2:55 AM McAllen, TX Central Bus Station  Economy $343
Greyhound US 37h 20m 10:30 PM Chicago Downtown Bus Station 11:50 AM McAllen, TX Central Bus Station  Economy $361
  • Did you know that if you travel from Chicago to McAllen, TX via Houston, you can save more than $138? You can find the corresponding connections below.
    • FlixBus
      43h 30m
      0
      10:10 AM
      Chicago
      95th Red Line Station
      3:50 PM
      Houston
      Uptown/Upper Kirby
      0
      FlixBus
      Economy
      $140
      • Waiting Time 7h 45m
    • Busbud
      6h 5m
      0
      11:35 PM
      Houston
      Harrisburg Blvd Station
      5:40 AM
      McAllen, TX
      Central Bus Station
      0
      Busbud
      Economy
      $47
    Travel time is 9h 15m longer, but you will save $138

Best Price Offer: The price for the cheapest bus from Chicago to McAllen, TX is $153 on 12/24/2025. Flexible travelers save on ticket prices.


Frequency of bus connections between Chicago and McAllen, TX

See here how frequent the connections between Chicago and McAllen, TX are, during different times and days of the week.
Sunday is the busiest day, with more than 16 daily buses from Chicago to McAllen, TX. Tuesday has instead the fewest connections, with only 4 daily coaches between Chicago and McAllen, TX.
The busiest time of the day is the Evening, with 14 buses from Chicago to McAllen, TX, while Afternoon sees the fewest connections between Chicago and McAllen, TX, with 4 offers.

Facts about the bus from Chicago to McAllen, TX

Compare all providers like Greyhound US, FlixBus and Tornado Bus Company that travel 7 times every day by bus from Chicago to McAllen, TX in one click! Book your bus ticket from Chicago to McAllen, TX starting from $153!

Cheapest Bus $153
Fastest Bus 26h 21m
Earliest Bus 9:45 AM
Latest Bus 11:10 PM
Daily Bus Routes 7 Ø
Distance 1,239.2 miles
Bus Companies Greyhound US, FlixBus and Tornado Bus Company

Cheapest bus connections from Chicago to McAllen, TX

Every day, 7 buses from 3 bus companies leave Chicago for McAllen, TX: in the table below, you will find the cheapest prices for a bus ticket for this route, starting from 12/14/2025 and for the following days.

Sunday
Monday
Tuesday
Wednesday
Thursday
Friday
Saturday
Sunday 12/14
$232
Monday 12/15
Tuesday 12/16
$253
Wednesday 12/17
Thursday 12/18
$303
Friday 12/19
$325
Saturday 12/20
Sunday 12/21
$331
Monday 12/22
Tuesday 12/23
Wednesday 12/24
$153
Thursday 12/25
Friday 12/26
$159
Saturday 12/27
Sunday 12/28
Monday 12/29
Tuesday 12/30
Wednesday 12/31
Thursday 01/01
Friday 01/02
Saturday 01/03
Sunday 01/04
Monday 01/05
Tuesday 01/06
Wednesday 01/07
Thursday 01/08
Friday 01/09
Saturday 01/10

The cheapest time to travel from Chicago to McAllen, TX

See here on which day and which time of the day you can find the cheapest bus ticket from Chicago to McAllen, TX, for the next 30 days.
With a price starting from $159, Friday is the cheapest day for a bus from Chicago to McAllen, TX. Thursday instead is the most expensive day with prices starting from $303.
Evening is the cheapest day time for bus tickets from Chicago to McAllen, TX, with $232. Afternoon is the most expensive time of the day with prices starting from $275.

How to save money travelling from Chicago 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 Chicago 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 Chicago 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 Chicago to McAllen, TX are also emptier.

Beloved bus companies from Chicago to McAllen, TX

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

FlixBus from Chicago to McAllen, TX

FlixBus

Here you will find the key facts about the FlixBus bus route Chicago to McAllen, TX:

Cheapest Price $232
Fastest Bus 33h 50m
Earliest Bus 9:45 AM
Last Bus 4:30 PM
Daily Connections 4 Ø
Found on 12/11/2025

Greyhound US from Chicago to McAllen, TX

Greyhound US

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

Cheapest Price $250
Fastest Bus 31h 10m
Earliest Bus 10:00 AM
Last Bus 11:10 PM
Daily Connections 4 Ø
Found on 12/11/2025

Tornado Bus Company from Chicago to McAllen, TX

Tornado Bus Company

Here you will find the key facts about the Tornado Bus Company bus route Chicago to McAllen, TX:

Cheapest Price $275
Fastest Bus 26h 21m
Earliest Bus 1:30 PM
Last Bus 2:00 PM
Daily Connections 2 Ø
Found on 11/21/2025

All bus stations and stops in Chicago and McAllen, TX

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

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

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

FAQs about the Chicago to McAllen, TX bus

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

This depends on, among other things, the day and time of travel. The cheapest trip is available from $153 and takes 34h 15m to reach McAllen, TX. Compare offers to save money!

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

This route is offered by 3 companies with a range of ticket prices between $153 and $369. 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 Chicago to McAllen, TX each day?

Every day, the Chicago to McAllen, TX 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 Chicago to McAllen, TX take?

The fastest bus from Chicago to McAllen, TX is offered by Tornado Bus Company and takes 26h 21m. Bus tickets for this connection cost $275. In this context, bear in mind that the journey can take longer due to traffic.

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

The earliest bus arriving in McAllen, TX from Chicago starts at 9:45 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 Chicago to McAllen, TX?

The latest bus trip departing from Chicago for McAllen, TX starts at 11:10 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 Chicago McAllen, TX route?

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

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

You can check all the direct connections between Chicago 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: Greyhound US, FlixBus and Tornado Bus Company.

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

How does CheckMyBus find the best bus deals from Chicago to McAllen, TX?

CheckMyBus collaborates directly with companies around the world to provide you with the best options when searching for a trip. We retrieve their first-hand data to show you real-time prices, schedules, and seat availability for 7 daily trips between Chicago and McAllen, TX. With the most up-to-date information from verified sources, you can fairly compare all available options and choose the trip that suits you best.

How does CheckMyBus technology work for trips from Chicago to McAllen, TX?

Prices and availability for 7 trips between Chicago and McAllen, TX change constantly. To provide you with the most up-to-date information, we connect directly with bus operators, Online Travel Agencies (OTAs), and Global Distribution Systems (GDS) via real-time interfaces (APIs). The data collected from these sources undergoes strict quality checks, is processed within our infrastructure, and is then presented to you on our search results pages. Visit our About Us page to learn more.

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

Basic
Basic

Name referring to the typical seat you will find with companies that don’t distinguish between different classes.

Economy
Economy

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

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