Atlanta to McAllen: Road Trip Guide & Distance

How far is Atlanta from McAllen?

The distance from Atlanta to McAllen is 977.4 miles (1573 km) as the crow flies. McAllen is located WSW of Atlanta. By car, the driving distance is approximately 1142 miles, taking about 21h 16min. A direct flight would take roughly 2h 28min. Both are located in United States — Atlanta in Georgia and McAllen in Texas.

This is a serious multi-day road trip! We strongly recommend breaking this journey up with an overnight stay to ensure you arrive safely and refreshed. Since you'll be heading mostly West, pack a good pair of sunglasses if you plan to drive during the late afternoon to avoid the harsh sun glare. For a trip of this distance, flying is significantly faster. However, driving offers the flexibility to explore stops along the way.

Coordinates come from public place data for Atlanta and McAllen. The driving distance uses an OSRM road-route result when route data is available. Fuel, flight, bus, and train values are planning estimates and can change by date, provider, road closures, and border rules.