What is the cheapest way to get from Guadalajara to Puerto Vallarta?

The cheapest way to get from Guadalajara to Puerto Vallarta is to drive which costs $500 - $800 and takes 3h 19m.

What is the fastest way to get from Guadalajara to Puerto Vallarta?

The fastest way to get from Guadalajara to Puerto Vallarta is to fly which takes 2h 21m and costs $800 - $1800.

Is there a direct bus between Guadalajara and Puerto Vallarta?

Yes, there is a direct bus departing from Nueva Central Camionera de Guadalajara Mod 2 and arriving at Puerto Vallarta. Services depart hourly, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 5h 20m.

How far is it from Guadalajara to Puerto Vallarta?

The distance between Guadalajara and Puerto Vallarta is 224 km. The road distance is 295.3 km.

How do I travel from Guadalajara to Puerto Vallarta without a car?

The best way to get from Guadalajara to Puerto Vallarta without a car is to bus which takes 4h 30m and costs $700 - $1100.

How long does it take to get from Guadalajara to Puerto Vallarta?

It takes approximately 2h 21m to get from Guadalajara to Puerto Vallarta, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Guadalajara to Puerto Vallarta bus from?

Guadalajara to Puerto Vallarta bus services, operated by Primera Plus, depart from Terminal Milenio Zapopan station.

Bus or fly from Guadalajara to Puerto Vallarta?

The best way to get from Guadalajara to Puerto Vallarta is to fly which takes 2h 21m and costs $800 - $1800. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs $700 - $1100 and takes 4h 30m.

Where does the Guadalajara to Puerto Vallarta bus arrive?

Guadalajara to Puerto Vallarta bus services, operated by Primera Plus, arrive at Puerto Vallarta station.

Can I drive from Guadalajara to Puerto Vallarta?

Yes, the driving distance between Guadalajara to Puerto Vallarta is 295 km. It takes approximately 3h 19m to drive from Guadalajara to Puerto Vallarta.

How do I get a bus ticket from Guadalajara to Puerto Vallarta?

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Where can I stay near Puerto Vallarta?

There are 2437+ hotels available in Puerto Vallarta.

Guadalajara to Puerto Vallarta - 6 ways to travel via plane, bus, and car

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There are 6 ways to get from Guadalajara to Puerto Vallarta by plane, bus, or car

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Fly
best
1. Fly from Miguel Hidalgo Y Costilla Guadalajara International Airport (GDL) to Licenciado Gustavo Díaz Ordaz International Airport (PVR)plane GDL - PVR
2h 21m
$810–1,770
Bus via Juan Palomar Y Arias
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Terminal Zapopan to Puerto Vallartabus
5h
$369–959
Bus
1. Take the bus from Terminal Milenio Zapopan to Puerto Vallartabus
4h 30m
$712–1,062
Drive 295.3 km
1. Drive from Guadalajara to Puerto Vallartacar 295.3 km
3h 19m
$523–756
Bus #2
1. Take the bus from Nueva Central Camionera de Guadalajara Mod 2 to Puerto Vallartabus
5h 20m
$410–1,300
Bus #3
1. Take the bus from Nueva Central Camionera de Guadalajara Mod 7 to Puerto Vallartabus
7h 1m
$869–1,231

Guadalajara to Puerto Vallarta by bus

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Distance: 223.8 km
Duration: 2h 21m

What companies run services between Guadalajara, Mexico and Puerto Vallarta, Mexico?

Volaris and Viva Aerobus fly from Miguel Hidalgo Y Costilla Guadalajara International Airport (GDL) to Licenciado Gustavo Díaz Ordaz International Airport (PVR) 4 times a day. Alternatively, Primera Plus operates a bus from Terminal Milenio Zapopan to Puerto Vallarta hourly. Tickets cost $700–1,000 and the journey takes 3h 20m.

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