What is the cheapest way to get from Cancún to Ixtapa?

The cheapest way to get from Cancún to Ixtapa is to fly which costs $1800 - $7500 and takes 6h 24m.

What is the fastest way to get from Cancún to Ixtapa?

The fastest way to get from Cancún to Ixtapa is to fly which takes 6h 24m and costs $1800 - $7500.

Is there a direct bus between Cancún and Ixtapa?

No, there is no direct bus from Cancún to Ixtapa. However, there are services departing from Terminal de Autobuses ADO Cancún and arriving at Zihuatanejo via Puebla CAPU. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 38h 50m.

How far is it from Cancún to Ixtapa?

The distance between Cancún and Ixtapa is 1598 km. The road distance is 2090.7 km.

How do I travel from Cancún to Ixtapa without a car?

The best way to get from Cancún to Ixtapa without a car is to bus via Puebla which takes 38h 50m and costs $3800 - $7000.

How long does it take to get from Cancún to Ixtapa?

It takes approximately 6h 24m to get from Cancún to Ixtapa, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Cancún to Ixtapa bus from?

Cancún to Ixtapa bus services, operated by ADO, depart from Terminal de Autobuses ADO Cancún station.

Bus or fly from Cancún to Ixtapa?

The best way to get from Cancún to Ixtapa is to fly which takes 6h 24m and costs $1800 - $7500. Alternatively, you can bus via Puebla, which costs $3800 - $7000 and takes 38h 50m.

Where does the Cancún to Ixtapa bus arrive?

Cancún to Ixtapa bus services, operated by ADO, arrive at Terminal Central de Autobuses del Norte station.

What is the time difference between Cancún and Ixtapa?

Ixtapa is 1h behind Cancún. It is currently 8:34 AM in Cancún and 7:34 AM in Ixtapa.

Can I drive from Cancún to Ixtapa?

Yes, the driving distance between Cancún to Ixtapa is 2091 km. It takes approximately 24h 52m to drive from Cancún to Ixtapa.

How do I get a bus ticket from Cancún to Ixtapa?

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Where can I stay near Ixtapa?

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Cancún to Ixtapa - 5 ways to travel via plane, bus, and car

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There are 5 ways to get from Cancún to Ixtapa by plane, bus, or car

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Fly
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1. Fly from Cancún International Airport (CUN) to Ixtapa-Zihuatanejo International Airport (ZIH)plane CUN - ZIH
6h 24m
$1,890–7,177
Bus via Puebla
1. Take the bus from Terminal de Autobuses ADO Cancún to Puebla Capubus
2. Take the bus from Puebla CAPU to Zihuatanejobus
38h 50m
$3,846–6,631
Drive 2,090.7 km
1. Drive from Cancún to Ixtapacar 2,090.7 km
24h 52m
$3,716–5,367
Bus
1. Take the bus from Terminal de Autobuses ADO Cancún to Terminal Central de Autobuses del Nortebus
2. Take the bus from Terminal Central de Autobuses del Norte to Zihuatanejobus
39h 25m
$3,056–6,464
Bus via Mexico City
1. Take the bus from Terminal de Autobuses ADO Cancún to Terminal Central de Autobuses del Nortebus
2. Take the bus from Central del Norte to Central del Surbus 1
3. Take the bus from Terminal Central Del Sur - Taxqueña to Zihuatanejobus
40h 36m
$2,960–5,971

Cancún International Airport (CUN) to Ixtapa-Zihuatanejo International Airport (ZIH) flights

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4h 57mAverage Duration

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Distance: 1,597.9 km
Duration: 6h 24m

What companies run services between Cancún, Mexico and Ixtapa, Mexico?

Aeroméxico, Viva Aerobus, and Volaris fly from Cancún International Airport (CUN) to Ixtapa-Zihuatanejo International Airport (ZIH) every 4 hours. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Terminal de Autobuses ADO Cancún to Zihuatanejo via Puebla Capu and Puebla CAPU in around 38h 50m.

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