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What is the best way to travel from San Diego to McAllen, TX?

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Flight is the cheapest and fastest way on this route
Transport type
Travel time
Cheapest price
Average price
Daily departures
Bus
46h 15m
£103
£112
11
Flight
14h 59m
£97
£111
17

What is the cheapest way to reach McAllen, TX from San Diego?

You can reach McAllen, TX with just £97 by taking a Flight from Viva Aerobus, but there are many more cheap offers: we have selected the best ones for you for the next few days here.

Monday
from £105
Tuesday
from £106
Wednesday
from £105
Thursday
from £104
Friday
from £103
Saturday
from £97
Sunday
from £106

    Cheapest Buses Monday

  • Greyhound US
    46h 15m
    0
    19:45
    San Diego
    Old Town Transit Center
    20:00
    McAllen, TX
    Central Coach Station
    0
    Greyhound US
    Economy
    £105
  • FlixBus
    74h 40m
    0
    22:35
    San Diego
    Old Town Transit Center
    03:15
    McAllen, TX
    Central Coach Station
    0
    FlixBus
    Economy
    £107
  • FlixBus
    75h 0m
    0
    22:15
    San Diego
    Seaport Village
    03:15
    McAllen, TX
    Central Coach Station
    0
    FlixBus
    Economy
    £107
  • Greyhound US
    48h 0m
    0
    09:50
    San Diego
    Old Town Transit Center
    11:50
    McAllen, TX
    Central Coach Station
    0
    Greyhound US
    Economy
    £112
  • Greyhound US
    51h 0m
    0
    15:00
    Tijuana Airport
    Tijuana Airport
    20:00
    McAllen, TX
    Central Coach Station
    0
    Greyhound US
    Economy
    £166

    Cheapest Buses Tuesday

  • FlixBus
    52h 5m
    0
    09:25
    San Diego
    Old Town Transit Center
    15:30
    McAllen, TX
    Central Coach Station
    0
    FlixBus
    Economy
    £106
  • FlixBus
    74h 40m
    0
    22:35
    San Diego
    Old Town Transit Center
    03:15
    McAllen, TX
    Central Coach Station
    0
    FlixBus
    Economy
    £112
  • FlixBus
    75h 0m
    0
    22:15
    San Diego
    Seaport Village
    03:15
    McAllen, TX
    Central Coach Station
    0
    FlixBus
    Economy
    £112
  • Greyhound US
    48h 0m
    0
    09:50
    San Diego
    Old Town Transit Center
    11:50
    McAllen, TX
    Central Coach Station
    0
    Greyhound US
    Economy
    £113
  • Greyhound US
    46h 15m
    0
    19:45
    San Diego
    Old Town Transit Center
    20:00
    McAllen, TX
    Central Coach Station
    0
    Greyhound US
    Economy
    £120

    Cheapest Buses Wednesday

  • Greyhound US
    48h 0m
    0
    09:50
    San Diego
    Old Town Transit Center
    11:50
    McAllen, TX
    Central Coach Station
    0
    Greyhound US
    Economy
    £105
  • Greyhound US
    46h 15m
    0
    19:45
    San Diego
    Old Town Transit Center
    20:00
    McAllen, TX
    Central Coach Station
    0
    Greyhound US
    Economy
    £107
  • FlixBus
    74h 40m
    0
    22:35
    San Diego
    Old Town Transit Center
    03:15
    McAllen, TX
    Central Coach Station
    0
    FlixBus
    Economy
    £107
  • FlixBus
    75h 0m
    0
    22:15
    San Diego
    Seaport Village
    03:15
    McAllen, TX
    Central Coach Station
    0
    FlixBus
    Economy
    £107

    Cheapest Buses Thursday

  • FlixBus
    52h 5m
    0
    09:25
    San Diego
    Old Town Transit Center
    15:30
    McAllen, TX
    Central Coach Station
    0
    FlixBus
    Economy
    £104
  • Greyhound US
    48h 0m
    0
    09:50
    San Diego
    Old Town Transit Center
    11:50
    McAllen, TX
    Central Coach Station
    0
    Greyhound US
    Economy
    £107
  • FlixBus
    74h 40m
    0
    22:35
    San Diego
    Old Town Transit Center
    03:15
    McAllen, TX
    Central Coach Station
    0
    FlixBus
    Economy
    £111
  • FlixBus
    75h 0m
    0
    22:15
    San Diego
    Seaport Village
    03:15
    McAllen, TX
    Central Coach Station
    0
    FlixBus
    Economy
    £111
  • Greyhound US
    46h 15m
    0
    19:45
    San Diego
    Old Town Transit Center
    20:00
    McAllen, TX
    Central Coach Station
    0
    Greyhound US
    Economy
    £120

    Cheapest Buses Friday

  • FlixBus
    52h 5m
    0
    09:25
    San Diego
    Old Town Transit Center
    15:30
    McAllen, TX
    Central Coach Station
    0
    FlixBus
    Economy
    £103
  • Greyhound US
    48h 0m
    0
    09:50
    San Diego
    Old Town Transit Center
    11:50
    McAllen, TX
    Central Coach Station
    0
    Greyhound US
    Economy
    £107
  • FlixBus
    74h 40m
    0
    22:35
    San Diego
    Old Town Transit Center
    03:15
    McAllen, TX
    Central Coach Station
    0
    FlixBus
    Economy
    £112
  • FlixBus
    75h 0m
    0
    22:15
    San Diego
    Seaport Village
    03:15
    McAllen, TX
    Central Coach Station
    0
    FlixBus
    Economy
    £112
  • Greyhound US
    46h 15m
    0
    19:45
    San Diego
    Old Town Transit Center
    20:00
    McAllen, TX
    Central Coach Station
    0
    Greyhound US
    Economy
    £123

    Cheapest Flights Saturday

  • Viva Aerobus
    20h 40m
    0
    09:02
    Tijuana Airport
    Tijuana Airport
    07:42
    Reynosa Airport
    Reynosa Airport
    0
    Viva Aerobus
    Economy
    from £97
  • Volaris
    16h 3m
    0
    13:41
    Tijuana Airport
    Tijuana Airport
    07:44
    Reynosa Airport
    Reynosa Airport
    0
    Volaris
    Economy
    from £111
  • Volaris
    23h 48m
    0
    05:56
    Tijuana Airport
    Tijuana Airport
    07:44
    Reynosa Airport
    Reynosa Airport
    0
    Volaris
    Economy
    from £114
  • Viva Aerobus
    14h 59m
    0
    14:45
    Tijuana Airport
    Tijuana Airport
    07:44
    Reynosa Airport
    Reynosa Airport
    0
    Viva Aerobus
    Economy
    from £114
  • Viva Aerobus
    21h 56m
    0
    07:48
    Tijuana Airport
    Tijuana Airport
    07:44
    Reynosa Airport
    Reynosa Airport
    0
    Viva Aerobus
    Economy
    from £121
  • Cheapest Buses Saturday

  • FlixBus
    52h 5m
    0
    09:25
    San Diego
    Old Town Transit Center
    15:30
    McAllen, TX
    Central Coach Station
    0
    FlixBus
    Economy
    £111
  • Greyhound US
    48h 0m
    0
    09:50
    San Diego
    Old Town Transit Center
    11:50
    McAllen, TX
    Central Coach Station
    0
    Greyhound US
    Economy
    £112
  • Greyhound US
    46h 15m
    0
    19:45
    San Diego
    Old Town Transit Center
    20:00
    McAllen, TX
    Central Coach Station
    0
    Greyhound US
    Economy
    £118

    Cheapest Buses Sunday

  • FlixBus
    52h 5m
    0
    09:25
    San Diego
    Old Town Transit Center
    15:30
    McAllen, TX
    Central Coach Station
    0
    FlixBus
    Economy
    £106
  • FlixBus
    51h 40m
    0
    09:50
    San Diego
    La Jolla Village
    15:30
    McAllen, TX
    Central Coach Station
    0
    FlixBus
    Economy
    £106
  • Greyhound US
    48h 0m
    0
    09:50
    San Diego
    Old Town Transit Center
    11:50
    McAllen, TX
    Central Coach Station
    0
    Greyhound US
    Economy
    £108
  • Greyhound US
    46h 15m
    0
    19:45
    San Diego
    Old Town Transit Center
    20:00
    McAllen, TX
    Central Coach Station
    0
    Greyhound US
    Economy
    £112

What are the fastest trips from San Diego to McAllen, TX?

You can get to McAllen, TX from San Diego in just 14h 59m with a Flight from Viva Aerobus. But this is just one option, click on any of the offers below to compare it with the other available modes of transportations.

Monday
from 46h 15m
Tuesday
from 46h 15m
Wednesday
from 46h 15m
Thursday
from 46h 15m
Friday
from 46h 15m
Saturday
from 14h 59m
Sunday
from 46h 15m

    Fastest Buses Monday

  • Greyhound US
    46h 15m
    0
    19:45
    San Diego
    Old Town Transit Center
    20:00
    McAllen, TX
    Central Coach Station
    0
    Greyhound US
    Economy
    £105
  • Greyhound US
    48h 0m
    0
    09:50
    San Diego
    Old Town Transit Center
    11:50
    McAllen, TX
    Central Coach Station
    0
    Greyhound US
    Economy
    £112
  • Greyhound US
    51h 0m
    0
    15:00
    Tijuana Airport
    Tijuana Airport
    20:00
    McAllen, TX
    Central Coach Station
    0
    Greyhound US
    Economy
    £166
  • FlixBus
    74h 40m
    0
    22:35
    San Diego
    Old Town Transit Center
    03:15
    McAllen, TX
    Central Coach Station
    0
    FlixBus
    Economy
    £107
  • FlixBus
    75h 0m
    0
    22:15
    San Diego
    Seaport Village
    03:15
    McAllen, TX
    Central Coach Station
    0
    FlixBus
    Economy
    £107

    Fastest Buses Tuesday

  • Greyhound US
    46h 15m
    0
    19:45
    San Diego
    Old Town Transit Center
    20:00
    McAllen, TX
    Central Coach Station
    0
    Greyhound US
    Economy
    £120
  • Greyhound US
    48h 0m
    0
    09:50
    San Diego
    Old Town Transit Center
    11:50
    McAllen, TX
    Central Coach Station
    0
    Greyhound US
    Economy
    £113
  • FlixBus
    52h 5m
    0
    09:25
    San Diego
    Old Town Transit Center
    15:30
    McAllen, TX
    Central Coach Station
    0
    FlixBus
    Economy
    £106
  • FlixBus
    74h 40m
    0
    22:35
    San Diego
    Old Town Transit Center
    03:15
    McAllen, TX
    Central Coach Station
    0
    FlixBus
    Economy
    £112
  • FlixBus
    75h 0m
    0
    22:15
    San Diego
    Seaport Village
    03:15
    McAllen, TX
    Central Coach Station
    0
    FlixBus
    Economy
    £112

    Fastest Buses Wednesday

  • Greyhound US
    46h 15m
    0
    19:45
    San Diego
    Old Town Transit Center
    20:00
    McAllen, TX
    Central Coach Station
    0
    Greyhound US
    Economy
    £107
  • Greyhound US
    48h 0m
    0
    09:50
    San Diego
    Old Town Transit Center
    11:50
    McAllen, TX
    Central Coach Station
    0
    Greyhound US
    Economy
    £105
  • FlixBus
    74h 40m
    0
    22:35
    San Diego
    Old Town Transit Center
    03:15
    McAllen, TX
    Central Coach Station
    0
    FlixBus
    Economy
    £107
  • FlixBus
    75h 0m
    0
    22:15
    San Diego
    Seaport Village
    03:15
    McAllen, TX
    Central Coach Station
    0
    FlixBus
    Economy
    £107

    Fastest Buses Thursday

  • Greyhound US
    46h 15m
    0
    19:45
    San Diego
    Old Town Transit Center
    20:00
    McAllen, TX
    Central Coach Station
    0
    Greyhound US
    Economy
    £120
  • Greyhound US
    48h 0m
    0
    09:50
    San Diego
    Old Town Transit Center
    11:50
    McAllen, TX
    Central Coach Station
    0
    Greyhound US
    Economy
    £107
  • FlixBus
    52h 5m
    0
    09:25
    San Diego
    Old Town Transit Center
    15:30
    McAllen, TX
    Central Coach Station
    0
    FlixBus
    Economy
    £104
  • FlixBus
    74h 40m
    0
    22:35
    San Diego
    Old Town Transit Center
    03:15
    McAllen, TX
    Central Coach Station
    0
    FlixBus
    Economy
    £111
  • FlixBus
    75h 0m
    0
    22:15
    San Diego
    Seaport Village
    03:15
    McAllen, TX
    Central Coach Station
    0
    FlixBus
    Economy
    £111

    Fastest Buses Friday

  • Greyhound US
    46h 15m
    0
    19:45
    San Diego
    Old Town Transit Center
    20:00
    McAllen, TX
    Central Coach Station
    0
    Greyhound US
    Economy
    £123
  • Greyhound US
    48h 0m
    0
    09:50
    San Diego
    Old Town Transit Center
    11:50
    McAllen, TX
    Central Coach Station
    0
    Greyhound US
    Economy
    £107
  • FlixBus
    52h 5m
    0
    09:25
    San Diego
    Old Town Transit Center
    15:30
    McAllen, TX
    Central Coach Station
    0
    FlixBus
    Economy
    £103
  • FlixBus
    74h 40m
    0
    22:35
    San Diego
    Old Town Transit Center
    03:15
    McAllen, TX
    Central Coach Station
    0
    FlixBus
    Economy
    £112
  • FlixBus
    75h 0m
    0
    22:15
    San Diego
    Seaport Village
    03:15
    McAllen, TX
    Central Coach Station
    0
    FlixBus
    Economy
    £112

    Fastest Flights Saturday

  • Viva Aerobus
    14h 59m
    0
    14:45
    Tijuana Airport
    Tijuana Airport
    07:44
    Reynosa Airport
    Reynosa Airport
    0
    Viva Aerobus
    Economy
    from £114
  • Volaris
    16h 3m
    0
    13:41
    Tijuana Airport
    Tijuana Airport
    07:44
    Reynosa Airport
    Reynosa Airport
    0
    Volaris
    Economy
    from £111
  • Viva Aerobus
    20h 40m
    0
    09:02
    Tijuana Airport
    Tijuana Airport
    07:42
    Reynosa Airport
    Reynosa Airport
    0
    Viva Aerobus
    Economy
    from £97
  • Viva Aerobus
    21h 56m
    0
    07:48
    Tijuana Airport
    Tijuana Airport
    07:44
    Reynosa Airport
    Reynosa Airport
    0
    Viva Aerobus
    Economy
    from £121
  • Volaris
    23h 48m
    0
    05:56
    Tijuana Airport
    Tijuana Airport
    07:44
    Reynosa Airport
    Reynosa Airport
    0
    Volaris
    Economy
    from £114
  • Fastest Buses Saturday

  • Greyhound US
    46h 15m
    0
    19:45
    San Diego
    Old Town Transit Center
    20:00
    McAllen, TX
    Central Coach Station
    0
    Greyhound US
    Economy
    £118
  • Greyhound US
    48h 0m
    0
    09:50
    San Diego
    Old Town Transit Center
    11:50
    McAllen, TX
    Central Coach Station
    0
    Greyhound US
    Economy
    £112
  • FlixBus
    52h 5m
    0
    09:25
    San Diego
    Old Town Transit Center
    15:30
    McAllen, TX
    Central Coach Station
    0
    FlixBus
    Economy
    £111

    Fastest Buses Sunday

  • Greyhound US
    46h 15m
    0
    19:45
    San Diego
    Old Town Transit Center
    20:00
    McAllen, TX
    Central Coach Station
    0
    Greyhound US
    Economy
    £112
  • Greyhound US
    48h 0m
    0
    09:50
    San Diego
    Old Town Transit Center
    11:50
    McAllen, TX
    Central Coach Station
    0
    Greyhound US
    Economy
    £108
  • FlixBus
    51h 40m
    0
    09:50
    San Diego
    La Jolla Village
    15:30
    McAllen, TX
    Central Coach Station
    0
    FlixBus
    Economy
    £106
  • FlixBus
    52h 5m
    0
    09:25
    San Diego
    Old Town Transit Center
    15:30
    McAllen, TX
    Central Coach Station
    0
    FlixBus
    Economy
    £106
Here you will find all operators and timetables for a Bus from San Diego to McAllen, TX

What are the most popular stations in San Diego and McAllen, TX?

In San Diego, you will usually depart from San Ysidro Transit Center, Old Town Transit Center or Santa Fe Depot, while in McAllen, TX you will be arriving at Central Coach Station or Frontera México-USA, but there are many more stops to explore in both locations.

How do I decide? Some tips and tricks from our experience

Are you having trouble deciding on how to get to McAllen, TX from San Diego? With 5 connections between 2 Bus and Flight operators, it can be difficult to find the one ride that will make you happy. But we have some tips that can help you make the best informed decision. First of all, the best trip is always the one that meets all your needs, so make a list of all the things that you want from this journey and look for something that will satisfy all of them. Here we will go through some of the factors mostly commonly taken into consideration.

Look for the lowest price

Ticket price is usually the main concern: even if you can afford to pay more, why do it if there are cheaper options? Saving on the trip means that you can spend more on the vacation itself! Between San Diego and McAllen, TX, you can pay as low as £97 with a Flight from Viva Aerobus.

Travel duration

Time is also an important factor. An earlier departure may allow you to see a beautiful sunset or relax before an important event. And remember, time is money, so paying more for a shorter trip may be well worth it. For longer distances, flights are without doubt the best options, but be mindful of airport times and possible delays: a high-speed train may end up cheaper and faster! Here the quicker option is definitely the Flight from Viva Aerobus: you will get to McAllen, TX in just 14h 59m.

Comfort makes all the difference

You should always take into account what your personal travelling preferences are. Is one hand luggage enough, or are you trasporting more? Would you like to have a snack during the journey? Can you relax in a busy compartment, or do you need space for yourself? Even among the same mode of transportation, different companies will offer you varying levels of comfort and amenities. The main operators connecting San Diego and McAllen, TX are Greyhound US, FlixBus and Viva Aerobus, but be sure to check what they have to offer!

Save money with deals, and always compare

One last tip? Even if you live in San Diego and McAllen, TX is your only destination, it may be wise to check the offers from and to nearby cities or, if you are flyng, nearby airports. Check the trips from San Diego Airport or to McAllen International Airport, and look at flights from Tijuana Airport, and landing at McAllen International Airport. Comparing different routes may allow you to find deals or promotions you were not aware of. Consider also signing up to CheckMyBus to see even more exclusive promotions!

Which companies offer a trip from San Diego to McAllen, TX?

The most popular companies between San Diego and McAllen, TX, are Greyhound US, FlixBus and Viva Aerobus. Be sure to check their seat class offers and the amenities that they provide.

Bus companies: Greyhound US and FlixBus

Airlines: Viva Aerobus and Volaris

All you need to know when you travel from San Diego to McAllen, TX

Check all information on comfort and services on all modes of transports from San Diego to McAllen, TX. See which seat classes are available, and what amenities are other advantages offered by the operators on your journey.

FAQs about the trip from San Diego to McAllen, TX

How can I reach McAllen, TX from San Diego?

Every day, there are on average 5 connections between Bus and Flight, with which you can get to McAllen, TX from San Diego.

How far is McAllen, TX from San Diego?

The distance between San Diego and McAllen, TX is 1,966.4 km.

What is the most ecofriendly mode of transport between San Diego and McAllen, TX?

Trains and buses are by far the greenest options, with trains surpassing buses on longer routes. Planes will always be the worst polluters, especially in shorter flights, were the emissions from the takeoff and landing are less offset by the distance. On this particular route, a bus will emit, per person, a total of 53 kgs of CO2, a train 69 kgs, a car 334 kgs, and a flight 484 kgs.

What is the cheapest mode of transport from San Diego to McAllen, TX?

You can get to McAllen, TX with just £97 by taking a Flight from Viva Aerobus.

What is the fastest way to get from San Diego to McAllen, TX?

While a plane is travelling fastest boarding and transfer to airport consumes a lot of time. Usually, high speed trains are better than flights if pure train travel time is below 4 hours. For this particular route, you can get to McAllen, TX in just 14h 59m with a Flight from Viva Aerobus.

More routes to San Diego and to McAllen, TX

Looking for more options? Here you can see the most popular routes to San Diego and to McAllen, TX. Simply click on a connection, and you’ll find all the details about the route!

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