McAllen to San Antonio: Road Trip Guide & Distance

How far is McAllen from San Antonio?

The distance from McAllen to San Antonio is 223.1 miles (359.1 km) as the crow flies. San Antonio is located N of McAllen. By car, the driving distance is approximately 238 miles, taking about 4h 25min. A direct flight would take roughly 57min. Both are located in United States.

For a drive of this length, it's recommended to plan at least one quick rest stop to stretch your legs and grab a coffee. 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 San Antonio. 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.