What is the cheapest way to get from McAllen to Austin?

The cheapest way to get from McAllen to Austin is to drive which costs $55 - $80 and takes 5h 42m.

What is the fastest way to get from McAllen to Austin?

The fastest way to get from McAllen to Austin is to fly which takes 2h 19m and costs $60 - $370.

Is there a direct bus between McAllen and Austin?

Yes, there is a direct bus departing from McAllen Central Station station and arriving at Austin. Services depart once daily, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 6h.

How far is it from McAllen to Austin?

The distance between McAllen and Austin is 293 miles. The road distance is 304.2 miles.

How do I travel from McAllen to Austin without a car?

The best way to get from McAllen to Austin without a car is to bus which takes 6h and costs $70 - $90.

How long does it take to get from McAllen to Austin?

It takes approximately 2h 19m to get from McAllen to Austin, including transfers.

Where do I catch the McAllen to Austin bus from?

McAllen to Austin bus services, operated by Omnibus Express, depart from McAllen Central Station.

Bus or fly from McAllen to Austin?

The best way to get from McAllen to Austin is to fly which takes 2h 19m and costs $60 - $370. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs $70 - $90 and takes 6h.

Where does the McAllen to Austin bus arrive?

McAllen to Austin bus services, operated by Omnibus Express, arrive at Austin station.

Can I drive from McAllen to Austin?

Yes, the driving distance between McAllen to Austin is 304 miles. It takes approximately 5h 42m to drive from McAllen to Austin.

Where can I stay near Austin?

There are 1641+ hotels available in Austin.

McAllen to Austin - 5 ways to travel via train, plane, bus, and car

There are 5 ways to get from McAllen to Austin by plane, bus, car, train, or bus (Flixbus)

Select an option below to see step-by-step directions and to compare ticket prices and travel times in Rome2Rio's travel planner.

Fly
best
1. Fly from Mcallen Miller International Airport (MFE) to Austin-Bergstrom International Airport (AUS)MFE - AUS
2h 19m
$62–369
Bus via 115 7th/Colorado (Flixbus)
cheapest
1. Take the bus from McAllen Central Station to Austin Eastside Bus PlazaFlixBus US1164 / ...
9h 6m
$46–96
Bus
1. Take the bus from McAllen Central Station to AustinBrownsville
6h
$70–90
Drive 302.4 mi
1. Drive from McAllen to Austin302.4 mi
5h 42m
$56–80
Bus, train
1. Take the bus from McAllen Central Station to San AntonioBrownsville
2. Take the train from San Antonio Station to AustinTexas Eagle
8h 38m
$77–112

McAllen to Austin by bus

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Distance: 291.4 mi
Duration: 2h 19m

What companies run services between McAllen, TX, USA and Austin, TX, USA?

Delta, United Airlines, and American Airlines fly from Mcallen Miller International Airport (MFE) to Austin-Bergstrom International Airport (AUS) every 4 hours. Alternatively, Omnibus Express operates a bus from McAllen Central Station to Austin once daily. Tickets cost $70–90 and the journey takes 6h.

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