Arlington, Texas to McAllen: Road Trip Guide & Distance

How far is Arlington, Texas from McAllen?

The distance from Arlington, Texas to McAllen is 456.3 miles (734.4 km) as the crow flies. McAllen is located S of Arlington, Texas. By car, the driving distance is approximately 547.6 miles, taking about 11h 1min. A direct flight would take roughly 1h 25min. Both are located in United States.

This is a solid day of driving. Be sure to take breaks every 2-3 hours to avoid driver fatigue, and plan your meals ahead of time. As you head South, expect warmer temperatures. Make sure your car's AC is working well before embarking on this journey.

Coordinates come from public place data for Arlington, Texas and McAllen. The driving distance is estimated from straight-line distance with a road-factor model, so confirm the route in your navigation app. Fuel, flight, bus, and train values are planning estimates and can change by date, provider, road closures, and border rules.