What is the cheapest way to get from El Paso to Tampico?

The cheapest way to get from El Paso to Tampico is to bus via Torreón which costs $3000 - $4500 and takes 33h 30m.

What is the fastest way to get from El Paso to Tampico?

The fastest way to get from El Paso to Tampico is to fly which takes 6h 54m and costs $2200 - $4700.

Is there a direct bus between El Paso and Tampico?

No, there is no direct bus from El Paso to Tampico. However, there are services departing from Downtown El Paso and arriving at Tampico via Ciudad Juárez. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 26h 39m.

How far is it from El Paso to Tampico?

The distance between El Paso and Tampico is 1358 km. The road distance is 1661 km.

How do I travel from El Paso to Tampico without a car?

The best way to get from El Paso to Tampico without a car is to bus which takes 26h 39m and costs $3400 - $5500.

How long does it take to get from El Paso to Tampico?

It takes approximately 6h 54m to get from El Paso to Tampico, including transfers.

Where do I catch the El Paso to Tampico bus from?

El Paso to Tampico bus services, operated by Omnibus de Mexico, depart from Ciudad Juárez station.

Bus or fly from El Paso to Tampico?

The best way to get from El Paso to Tampico is to fly which takes 6h 54m and costs $2200 - $4700. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs $3400 - $5500 and takes 26h 39m.

Where does the El Paso to Tampico bus arrive?

El Paso to Tampico bus services, operated by Omnibus de Mexico, arrive at Tampico station.

Can I drive from El Paso to Tampico?

Yes, the driving distance between El Paso to Tampico is 1661 km. It takes approximately 19h 55m to drive from El Paso to Tampico.

Where can I stay near Tampico?

There are 131+ hotels available in Tampico.

El Paso to Tampico - 5 ways to travel via train, plane, bus, and car

How to get fromEl Paso to Tampico

Travel from

See all options

Search accommodation with Expedia

There are 5 ways to get from El Paso to Tampico by plane, bus, train, or car

Select an option below to see step-by-step directions and to compare ticket prices and travel times in Rome2Rio's travel planner.

Fly
best
1. Fly from Abraham González International Airport (CJS) to Tampico International Airport (TAM)plane CJS - TAM
6h 54m
$2,212–4,612
Bus
1. Take the bus from Ciudad Juárez to Tampicobus
26h 39m
$3,468–5,500
Train, bus
1. Take the train from El Paso Station to San Antonio Stationtrain
2. Take the bus from San Antonio to McAllen Central Stationbus
3. Take the bus from Reynosa Juárez to Tampicobus
26h 49m
$5,042–9,161
Drive 1,661 km
1. Drive from El Paso to Tampicocar 1,661 km
19h 55m
$3,245–4,687
Bus via Torreón
1. Take the bus from El Paso to Gómez Palaciobus
2. Take the bus from Torreón to Tampicobus
33h 30m
$3,049–4,476

El Paso to Tampico by train, foot, bus, and taxi

6Weekly Services

26h 49mAverage Duration

$5,042Cheapest Price

See schedules

Questions & Answers

Map of how to get from El Paso to Tampico.

Launch map view

Distance: 1,357.9 km
Duration: 6h 54m

What companies run services between El Paso, TX, USA and Tampico, Mexico?

Aeroméxico, Viva Aerobus, and Volaris fly from Abraham González International Airport (CJS) to Tampico International Airport (TAM) every 4 hours. Alternatively, Omnibus de Mexico operates a bus from Ciudad Juárez to Tampico once daily. Tickets cost $3,000–4,900 and the journey takes 24h 30m.

Airlines

Train operators

Bus operators

Want to know more about travelling around Mexico

Rome2Rio's Travel Guide series provide vital information for the global traveller. Filled with useful and timely travel information, the guides answer all the hard questions - such as 'How do I buy a ticket?', 'Should I book online before I travel? ', 'How much should I expect to pay?', 'Do the trains and buses have Wifi?' - to help you get the most out of your next trip.