Dallas, Texas to McAllen: Road Trip Guide & Distance

462.2 miles 743.9 km · straight line
497.8 miles actual route 801.1 km · driving distance
9h 7min estimated drive time
$48 - $59 estimated fuel cost
~1h 26min flight time
191° S bearing direction

How far is Dallas, Texas from McAllen?

The distance from Dallas, Texas to McAllen is 462.2 miles (743.9 km) as the crow flies. McAllen is located S of Dallas, Texas. By car, the driving distance is approximately 497.8 miles, taking about 9h 7min. A direct flight would take roughly 1h 26min. 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 Dallas, Texas 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.

How to Get from Dallas, Texas to McAllen

Method Time Est. Cost Best For
Drive 9h 7min $48 - $59 Flexible stops
Fly ~1h 26min $80–200* Speed
Bus ~10h 56min $40–$75* Budget
Train ~8h 40min $60–$174* Comfort

Suggested Stops Between Dallas, Texas & McAllen

Quick Facts

Dallas, Texas
32.78°N, 96.80°W
America/Chicago
131m elevation
McAllen
26.20°N, 98.23°W
America/Chicago
37m elevation
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Did You Know?

  • At walking speed (3 mph), it would take about 154 hours of non-stop walking
  • By bicycle at 12 mph, the journey would take roughly 39 hours
  • You could travel this distance about 53.9 times to circle the Earth's equator
Data Sources & Estimate Notes GeoNames · OpenStreetMap · OSRM