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 Greyhound US or FlixBus for the next days.

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tomorrow

$253

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Thursday

$256

Cheapest bus trips tomorrow
BertCompanyCountOneCompanyName	Duration	Departure time	From	Departure	Arrival time	To	Destination	Seat classes	Price
Greyhound US	47h 50m	10:00 AM	San Diego	Old Town Transit Center	11:50 AM	McAllen, TX	Central Bus Station	Economy	$253	A Bus from Greyhound US goes from Old Town Transit Center, San Diego (USA) at 12/13/2025 10:00:00 AM to Central Bus Station, McAllen, TX (USA) arriving at 12/15/2025 11:50:00 AM. 50 Economy ticket for $253 per person are available. Travel duration is 47h 50m
Greyhound US	46h 25m	7:35 PM	San Diego	Old Town Transit Center	8:00 PM	McAllen, TX	Central Bus Station	Economy	$260	A Bus from Greyhound US goes from Old Town Transit Center, San Diego (USA) at 12/13/2025 7:35:00 PM to Central Bus Station, McAllen, TX (USA) arriving at 12/15/2025 8:00:00 PM. 50 Economy ticket for $260 per person are available. Travel duration is 46h 25m
FlixBus	50h 5m	3:55 PM	San Diego	Old Town Transit Center	8:00 PM	McAllen, TX	Central Bus Station	Economy	$262	A Bus from FlixBus goes from Old Town Transit Center, San Diego (USA) at 12/13/2025 3:55:00 PM to Central Bus Station, McAllen, TX (USA) arriving at 12/15/2025 8:00:00 PM. 50 Economy ticket for $262 per person are available. Travel duration is 50h 5m
FlixBus	49h 45m	4:15 PM	San Diego	La Jolla Village	8:00 PM	McAllen, TX	Central Bus Station	Economy	$262	A Bus from FlixBus goes from La Jolla Village, San Diego (USA) at 12/13/2025 4:15:00 PM to Central Bus Station, McAllen, TX (USA) arriving at 12/15/2025 8:00:00 PM. 50 Economy ticket for $262 per person are available. Travel duration is 49h 45m

Cheapest bus trips Thursday
Mode of Transport	BertCompanyCountOneCompanyName	Duration	Departure time	From	Departure	Arrival time	To	Destination	Logo	Seat classes	Price
	Greyhound US	47h 0m	7:00 PM	San Diego	San Ysidro Transit Center	8:00 PM	McAllen, TX	Central Bus Station		Economy	$256	A Bus from Greyhound US goes from San Ysidro Transit Center, San Diego (USA) at 12/18/2025 7:00:00 PM to Central Bus Station, McAllen, TX (USA) arriving at 12/20/2025 8:00:00 PM. 50 Economy ticket for $256 per person are available. Travel duration is 47h 0m
	Greyhound US	42h 15m	9:25 AM	San Diego	San Ysidro Transit Center	5:40 AM	McAllen, TX	Central Bus Station		Economy	$258	A Bus from Greyhound US goes from San Ysidro Transit Center, San Diego (USA) at 12/18/2025 9:25:00 AM to Central Bus Station, McAllen, TX (USA) arriving at 12/20/2025 5:40:00 AM. 50 Economy ticket for $258 per person are available. Travel duration is 42h 15m

Did you know that if you travel from San Diego to McAllen, TX via Calexico, CA, you can save more than $75? You can find the corresponding connections below.
- Busbud
  
  52h 0m
  
  0
  
  10:00 AM
  
  San Diego
  Old Town Transit Center
  
  12:35 PM
  
  Calexico, CA
  Bus Station
  
  0
  
  Economy
  
  $23
  
  A Bus from Busbud goes from Old Town Transit Center, San Diego (USA) at 12/15/2025 10:00:00 AM to Bus Station, Calexico, CA (USA) arriving at 12/15/2025 12:35:00 PM. 50 Economy ticket for $23 per person are available. Travel duration is 2h 35m
- FlixBus
  
  43h 55m
  
  0
  
  6:05 PM
  
  Calexico, CA
  Bus Station
  
  4:00 PM
  
  McAllen, TX
  Central Bus Station
  
  0
  
  Economy
  
  $158
  
  A Bus from FlixBus goes from Bus Station, Calexico, CA (USA) at 12/15/2025 6:05:00 PM to Central Bus Station, McAllen, TX (USA) arriving at 12/17/2025 4:00:00 PM. 50 Economy ticket for $158 per person are available. Travel duration is 43h 55m
Travel time is 7h 45m longer, but you will save $75

Best Price Offer: The price for the cheapest bus from San Diego to McAllen, TX is $208 on 12/10/2025. Flexible travelers save on ticket prices.

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.

Saturday is the busiest day, with more than 4 daily buses from San Diego to McAllen, TX. Thursday has instead the fewest connections, with only 2 daily coaches between San Diego and McAllen, TX.

The busiest time of the day is the Morning, with 2 buses from San Diego to McAllen, TX, while Morning sees the fewest connections between San Diego and McAllen, TX, with 2 offers.

Facts about the bus from San Diego to McAllen, TX

Compare all providers like Greyhound US and FlixBus that travel 3 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 $208!

Cheapest Bus	$208
Fastest Bus	44h 15m
Earliest Bus	10:00 AM
Latest Bus	7:00 PM
Daily Bus Routes	3 Ø
Distance	1,222.2 miles
Bus Companies	Greyhound US and FlixBus

Cheapest bus connections from San Diego to McAllen, TX

Every day, 3 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 12/12/2025 and for the following days.

Sunday

Monday

Tuesday

Wednesday

Thursday

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Saturday

Sunday 12/07

Monday 12/08

Tuesday 12/09

Wednesday 12/10

Thursday 12/11

Friday 12/12

Saturday 12/13

$253

Sunday 12/14

Monday 12/15

Tuesday 12/16

Wednesday 12/17

Thursday 12/18

$256

Friday 12/19

Saturday 12/20

$231

Sunday 12/21

$226

Monday 12/22

Tuesday 12/23

Wednesday 12/24

Thursday 12/25

Friday 12/26

Saturday 12/27

$246

Sunday 12/28

Monday 12/29

Tuesday 12/30

Wednesday 12/31

Thursday 01/01

Friday 01/02

Saturday 01/03

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 $231, Saturday is the cheapest day for a bus from San Diego to McAllen, TX. Thursday instead is the most expensive day with prices starting from $256.

Morning is the cheapest day time for bus tickets from San Diego to McAllen, TX, with $253. Afternoon is the most expensive time of the day with prices starting from $260.

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

La Jolla Village

Hyatt Regency

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 $208 and takes 49h 50m 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 $208 and $262. 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 3 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 44h 15m. Bus tickets for this connection cost $258. 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 10:00 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 San Diego to McAllen, TX?

The latest bus trip departing from San Diego for McAllen, TX starts at 7:00 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 San Diego McAllen, TX route?

When traveling by bus from San Diego to McAllen, TX, passengers can travel with Greyhound US 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 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: Greyhound US and FlixBus.

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!