Nuevo Laredo to McAllen by bus
McAllen lies 191 km (118 mi) south-east of Nuevo Laredo, in the same time zone. What the numbers say about getting there.
A coach takes about 3 h 40 min including stops, over roughly 233 km (144 mi) of road.
| Nuevo Laredo | McAllen | |
|---|---|---|
| Country | Mexico | United States |
| Population | 416,055 | 140,269 |
| Elevation | 130 m (427 ft) | 42 m (138 ft) |
| Time now | UTC-5 (America/Matamoros) | UTC-5 (America/Chicago) |
| Postal codes | 55080–66459 | 78501–78505 |
What changes when you arrive in McAllen
Crossing from Mexico into United States: money changes from the Peso to the Dollar (USD); the dialling code becomes +1; the emergency number is http://www.wikidata.org/entity/Q533806.
Where to book buses from Nuevo Laredo to McAllen
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Common questions
How far is McAllen from Nuevo Laredo?
191 km (118 mi) in a straight line, south-east of Nuevo Laredo; by road roughly 233 km (144 mi).
How long does it take to get from Nuevo Laredo to McAllen by bus?
About 3 h 40 min, estimated from distance and typical speeds. Timetables and traffic decide the real figure.
Is there a time difference between Nuevo Laredo and McAllen?
No, both are on the same offset at the moment.
What currency do I need in McAllen?
The Dollar (USD).
Where these facts come from
- GeoNames (CC BY 4.0): population, elevation, time zone, postal codes
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- OurAirports (public domain): airports, runways
- Natural Earth (public domain): map outlines
Data compiled 14 September 2026. Hotel and hostel figures are from our booking partner’s catalogue on that date. Journey times on this page are estimates from distance, not timetables; check the operator before you rely on one.