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

The cheapest way to get from Ixtapa to Culiacán is to drive which costs $2200 - $3300 and takes 13h 58m.

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

The fastest way to get from Ixtapa to Culiacán is to fly which takes 6h 11m and costs $1800 - $9000.

Is there a direct bus between Ixtapa and Culiacán?

No, there is no direct bus from Ixtapa to Culiacán. However, there are services departing from Zihuatanejo and arriving at Culiacán via Morelia. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 19h 51m.

How far is it from Ixtapa to Culiacán?

The distance between Ixtapa and Culiacán is 1033 km. The road distance is 1184.5 km.

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

The best way to get from Ixtapa to Culiacán without a car is to bus which takes 19h 51m and costs $2400 - $4400.

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

It takes approximately 6h 11m to get from Ixtapa to Culiacán, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Ixtapa to Culiacán bus from?

Ixtapa to Culiacán bus services, operated by Parhikuni, depart from Zihuatanejo station.

Bus or fly from Ixtapa to Culiacán?

The best way to get from Ixtapa to Culiacán is to fly which takes 6h 11m and costs $1800 - $9000. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs $2400 - $4400 and takes 19h 51m.

Where does the Ixtapa to Culiacán bus arrive?

Ixtapa to Culiacán bus services, operated by Parhikuni, arrive at Morelia station.

What is the time difference between Ixtapa and Culiacán?

Culiacán is 1h behind Ixtapa. It is currently 3:34 PM in Ixtapa and 2:34 PM in Culiacán.

Can I drive from Ixtapa to Culiacán?

Yes, the driving distance between Ixtapa to Culiacán is 1185 km. It takes approximately 13h 58m to drive from Ixtapa to Culiacán.

Where can I stay near Culiacán?

There are 69+ hotels available in Culiacán.

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

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

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1. Fly from Ixtapa-Zihuatanejo International Airport (ZIH) to Culiacán International Airport (CUL)plane ZIH - CUL
6h 11m
$1,855–8,555
Bus
1. Take the bus from Zihuatanejo to Moreliabus
2. Take the bus from Morelia to Culiacánbus
19h 51m
$2,462–4,401
Drive 1,184.5 km
1. Drive from Ixtapa to Culiacáncar 1,184.5 km
13h 58m
$2,232–3,224
Bus via Celaya
1. Take the bus from Ixtapa to Celayabus
2. Take the bus from Celaya to Culiacánbus
21h 17m
$2,718–5,681
Bus via Tlaquepaque
1. Take the bus from Zihuatanejo to Nueva Central Camionera de Guadalajara Mod 2bus
2. Take the bus from Nueva Central Camionera de Guadalajara Mod 2 to Culiacánbus
21h 39m
$2,594–4,571

Ixtapa-Zihuatanejo International Airport (ZIH) to Culiacán International Airport (CUL) flights

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6h 44mAverage Duration

$1,855Cheapest Price

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Distance: 1,032.8 km
Duration: 6h 11m

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

Aeroméxico and Volaris fly from Ixtapa-Zihuatanejo International Airport (ZIH) to Culiacán International Airport (CUL) twice daily. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Zihuatanejo to Culiacán via Morelia in around 19h 51m.

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