McAllen to Mercedes: Road Trip Guide & Distance

19.9 miles 32.1 km · straight line
25.9 miles estimated 41.7 km · driving distance
31min estimated drive time
$2 - $3 estimated fuel cost
~32min flight time · usually no direct flights
101° E bearing direction

How far is McAllen from Mercedes?

The distance from McAllen to Mercedes is 19.9 miles (32.1 km) as the crow flies. Mercedes is located E of McAllen. By car, the driving distance is approximately 25.9 miles, taking about 31min. A direct flight would take roughly 32min. Both are located in United States.

This is a very short trip, perfect for a quick morning drive or an easy commute. Heading East means you'll be driving into the sunrise if you start early. Keep your windshield clean for the best visibility. Given the short distance, driving or taking a train is often faster and more convenient than dealing with airport security and flight boarding times.

Coordinates come from public place data for McAllen and Mercedes. 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.

How to Get from McAllen to Mercedes

Method Time Est. Cost Best For
Drive 31min $2 - $3 Flexible stops

Suggested Stops Between McAllen & Mercedes

Quick Facts

McAllen
26.20°N, 98.23°W
America/Chicago
37m elevation
Mercedes
26.15°N, 97.91°W
America/Chicago
21m elevation
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Did You Know?

  • At walking speed (3 mph), it would take about 7 hours of non-stop walking
  • By bicycle at 12 mph, the journey would take roughly 2 hours
Data Sources & Estimate Notes GeoNames · OpenStreetMap · Driving distance estimated using road factor coefficients