How far is George West, TX from McAllen, TX?
The driving distance from George West, TX to McAllen, TX is about 154.4 miles (248.5 km), with a travel time of about 02h 47m by car.
- The straight-line flight distance is about 147.3 miles (237 km).
- For a round trip, plan for roughly 05h 34m of driving time before adding stops, traffic, or weather delays.
- A comfortable departure window is usually 8:00 AM to 10:00 AM CDT.
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This route works well as a day trip with time at the destination.
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Leave and Arrive Planner
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Drive time stays fixed at 02h 47m.
A morning start gives you useful time at the destination and keeps the return out of the late evening.
This departure sits inside the recommended comfort window for the route.
Halfway Point
A useful midpoint for breaks, coffee, or meeting in the middle.
City in Texas, United States
Route Weather Snapshot
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Driving Route Map
The map below follows the saved road route between George West and McAllen.
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between George West and McAllen.
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Start on Nueces Street
2569 ft · 1 min · Nueces Street
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Keep slight left to continue on South Nueces Street
66.2 mi · 1 hr 10 min · South Nueces Street
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Keep slight left
9.5 mi · 10 min
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Keep slight left to continue on Falfurrias Expressway
55.8 mi · 59 min · Falfurrias Expressway
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Keep slight left
17.6 mi · 19 min
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Take the exit slight right toward US 281 South, TX 495: Pharr
1.3 km · 2 min
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Merge slight right
2.1 mi · 2 min
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Take the exit slight right toward Texas 336: 2nd Street, 10th Street
1507 ft · 29 sec
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Turn straight onto East Expressway 83
1.2 km · 1 min · East Expressway 83
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Turn right onto South 10th Street
1.5 km · 2 min · South 10th Street
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Turn right onto West Business 83
7 m · 1 sec · West Business 83
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Arrive at your destination
0 m · 1 sec · West Business 83
Car Route Details
A richer read on the saved driving route between George West and McAllen.
Straightforward drive
The saved road route has a manageable number of maneuvers and should be easy to follow with normal attention to signs.
South Nueces Street
Keep slight left to continue on South Nueces Street
66.2 mi · 01h 10m
Route Summary
A quick read on whether this route feels easy, ambitious, or worth planning around.
A comfortable day-trip route
This route works well as a day trip. You can leave in the morning, spend meaningful time at the destination, and still return the same day.
Sunny leaving George West and Sunny near McAllen.
Trip Questions
Direct answers travelers usually want before committing to the drive.
How long does it take to drive from George West to McAllen?
The road trip is about 154.4 miles (248.5 km) and usually takes 02h 47m in normal driving conditions.
Is this a same-day trip or an overnight route?
This route works well as a day trip. You can leave in the morning, spend meaningful time at the destination, and still return the same day.
What is the halfway point on this route?
Falfurrias is a useful midpoint, sitting about 77.4 miles from George West and 77 miles from McAllen.
How much longer is the road route than the straight-line distance?
The direct path is about 147.3 miles (237 km), while the road route adds roughly 7.1 extra miles because roads do not follow the straight air line.
When is the best time to leave for this route?
A good departure window is usually 8:00 AM to 10:00 AM CDT. If you want a more comfortable same-day return, try to leave by 12:56 PM CDT.
How much will gas cost for this route?
Using about 28.3 MPG, regular gas is estimated at $20.60 one way or $41.19 round trip. Estimated CO2 is about 48.4 kg one way.
What should you check before leaving?
Before you leave, expect Sunny around George West and Sunny near McAllen.
Stop Ideas Near Falfurrias
Useful break, food, and waypoint ideas within about 15 miles of the route midpoint.
Transit and Meeting Points
Useful pickup, handoff, or rendezvous points close to Falfurrias.
McAllen, Texas
Flight Path Map
This map shows the direct air route between George West and McAllen. Straight-line distance: 147.26 mi (237 km).
#1 George West
City in Texas, United States
| Population | 2,598 |
| Coordinates | 28.3325000, -98.1175100 |
| Altitude | 48 |
| Country | United States |
#2 McAllen
The second most populous city in Hidalgo County, Texas.
| Population | 143,751 |
| Coordinates | 26.2034100, -98.2300100 |
| Altitude | 37 |
| Country | United States |
End: McAllen (-98.23001, 26.20341)
Estimated Travel Time
Distance: 248 km by road
| Speed | Time |
|---|---|
| 30 mph (48.3 km/h) | 05h 08m |
| 40 mph (64.37 km/h) | 03h 51m |
| 50 mph (80.47 km/h) | 03h 05m |
| 60 mph (96.56 km/h) | 02h 34m |
| 70 mph (112.65 km/h) | 02h 12m |
| 80 mph (129 km/h) | 01h 55m |
Fuel, Round Trip and CO2
Estimated fuel cost and emissions for this route.
| Fuel | $/gal | One way | Round trip |
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| Regular gas | $3.78 | $20.60 | $41.19 |
| Mid-grade | $4.25 | $23.17 | $46.35 |
| Premium | $4.59 | $25.02 | $50.04 |
| Diesel | $3.99 | $21.76 | $43.52 |
Assumes 8.3 L/100 km (about 28.3 MPG). CO2 is an estimate and varies by vehicle, fuel blend, traffic, and terrain.
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