How far is McAllen, TX from San Antonio, TX?
The driving distance from McAllen, TX to San Antonio, TX is about 238.2 miles (383.4 km), with a travel time of about 03h 32m by car.
- The straight-line flight distance is about 223.1 miles (359.1 km).
- For a round trip, plan for roughly 07h 04m of driving time before adding stops, traffic, or weather delays.
- A comfortable departure window is usually 6:00 AM to 8:00 AM CDT.
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This drive is better planned with a longer stop or an overnight stay.
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Leave and Arrive Planner
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Drive time stays fixed at 03h 32m.
An early departure helps you fit a real stop into the day without turning the return into a late-night drive.
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Halfway Point
A useful midpoint for breaks, coffee, or meeting in the middle.
Route Weather Snapshot
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Driving Route Map
The map below follows the saved road route between McAllen and San Antonio.
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between McAllen and San Antonio.
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Start on West Business 83
7 m · 4 sec · West Business 83
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Turn right onto North 10th Street
1 mi · 2 min · North 10th Street
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Turn right onto Pecan Boulevard
1.6 mi · 3 min · Pecan Boulevard
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Continue on West Ferguson Avenue
1.3 mi · 2 min · West Ferguson Avenue
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Turn left onto North Cage Boulevard
531 ft · 11 sec · North Cage Boulevard
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Take the ramp straight toward I 69C North, US 281 North
78.7 mi · 1 hr 24 min
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Keep slight right
70.2 mi · 1 hr 20 min
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Keep slight left to continue on Nueces Street
14.7 mi · 19 min · Nueces Street
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Continue straight
1199 ft · 16 sec
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Take the exit straight
68.8 mi · 1 hr 11 min
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Take the exit slight right toward Commerce Street, Downtown, The Alamo
1358 ft · 33 sec
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Turn straight onto Interstate 37 South
116 m · 12 sec · Interstate 37 South
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Turn left onto East Commerce Street
1.4 km · 2 min · East Commerce Street
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Turn left onto Military Plaza
119 m · 16 sec · Military Plaza
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Turn left onto Dolorosa Street
100 m · 8 sec · Dolorosa Street
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Arrive at your destination
0 m · 1 sec · Dolorosa Street
Car Route Details
A richer read on the saved driving route between McAllen and San Antonio.
Straightforward drive
The saved road route has a manageable number of maneuvers and should be easy to follow with normal attention to signs.
I 69C North
Take the ramp straight toward I 69C North, US 281 North
78.7 mi · 01h 24m
Route Summary
A quick read on whether this route feels easy, ambitious, or worth planning around.
A longer out-and-back drive
This is still possible in one day, but it becomes a long driving day. Leaving early and planning your stop window matters more here.
Mostly Sunny leaving McAllen and Mostly Sunny near San Antonio.
Trip Questions
Direct answers travelers usually want before committing to the drive.
How long does it take to drive from McAllen to San Antonio?
The road trip is about 238.2 miles (383.4 km) and usually takes 03h 32m in normal driving conditions.
Is this a same-day trip or an overnight route?
This is still possible in one day, but it becomes a long driving day. Leaving early and planning your stop window matters more here.
What is the halfway point on this route?
Alice is a useful midpoint, sitting about 119.4 miles from McAllen and 118.9 miles from San Antonio.
How much longer is the road route than the straight-line distance?
The direct path is about 223.1 miles (359.1 km), while the road route adds roughly 15.1 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 6:00 AM to 8:00 AM CDT. If you want a more comfortable same-day return, try to leave by 9:56 AM CDT.
How much will gas cost for this route?
Using about 28.3 MPG, regular gas is estimated at $31.78 one way or $63.56 round trip. Estimated CO2 is about 74.7 kg one way.
What should you check before leaving?
Before you leave, expect Mostly Sunny around McAllen and Mostly Sunny near San Antonio.
Flight Path Map
This map shows the direct air route between McAllen and San Antonio. Straight-line distance: 223.11 mi (359.06 km).
#1 McAllen
The second most populous city in Hidalgo County, Texas.
| Population | 143,751 |
| Coordinates | 26.2034100, -98.2300100 |
| Altitude | 37 |
| Country | United States |
#2 San Antonio
The seventh most populous city in the United States and the center of the San Antonio metropolitan area.
| Population | 1,567,118 |
| Coordinates | 29.4241200, -98.4936300 |
| Altitude | 198 |
| Country | United States |
End: Dolorosa Street (-98.493645, 29.424163)
Estimated Travel Time
Distance: 383 km by road
| Speed | Time |
|---|---|
| 30 mph (48.3 km/h) | 07h 56m |
| 40 mph (64.37 km/h) | 05h 57m |
| 50 mph (80.47 km/h) | 04h 45m |
| 60 mph (96.56 km/h) | 03h 58m |
| 70 mph (112.65 km/h) | 03h 24m |
| 80 mph (129 km/h) | 02h 58m |
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 | $31.78 | $63.56 |
| Mid-grade | $4.25 | $35.76 | $71.52 |
| Premium | $4.59 | $38.61 | $77.22 |
| Diesel | $3.99 | $33.58 | $67.16 |
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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