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

The cheapest way to get from Ixtapa to Tampico is to bus via Mexico City which costs $1400 - $3200 and takes 21h 45m.

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

The fastest way to get from Ixtapa to Tampico is to fly which takes 5h and costs $1800 - $9000.

Is there a direct bus between Ixtapa and Tampico?

No, there is no direct bus from Ixtapa to Tampico. However, there are services departing from Zihuatanejo and arriving at Tampico via Terminal de Autobuses de Querétaro Acceso 1. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 19h.

How far is it from Ixtapa to Tampico?

The distance between Ixtapa and Tampico is 654 km. The road distance is 909.1 km.

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

The best way to get from Ixtapa to Tampico without a car is to bus which takes 19h and costs $2400 - $3500.

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

It takes approximately 5h to get from Ixtapa to Tampico, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Ixtapa to Tampico bus from?

Ixtapa to Tampico bus services, operated by Primera Plus, depart from Zihuatanejo station.

Bus or fly from Ixtapa to Tampico?

The best way to get from Ixtapa to Tampico is to fly which takes 5h and costs $1800 - $9000. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs $2400 - $3500 and takes 19h.

Where does the Ixtapa to Tampico bus arrive?

Ixtapa to Tampico bus services, operated by Primera Plus, arrive at Terminal de Autobuses de Querétaro Acceso 1 station.

Can I drive from Ixtapa to Tampico?

Yes, the driving distance between Ixtapa to Tampico is 909 km. It takes approximately 13h 6m to drive from Ixtapa to Tampico.

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

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Where can I stay near Tampico?

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

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There are 5 ways to get from Ixtapa to Tampico by plane, bus, car, or bus (Flixbus)

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Fly
best
1. Fly from Ixtapa-Zihuatanejo International Airport (ZIH) to Tampico International Airport (TAM)plane ZIH - TAM
5h
$1,855–8,555
Bus via Mexico City
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Zihuatanejo to Terminal Central Del Sur - Taxqueñabus
2. Take the bus from Terminal Central Del Sur - Taxqueña to Tampicobus
21h 45m
$1,396–3,131
Bus
1. Take the bus from Zihuatanejo to Terminal de Autobuses de Querétaro Acceso 1bus
2. Take the bus from Terminal de Autobuses de Querétaro Acceso 1 to Tampicobus
19h
$2,438–3,413
Drive 909.1 km
1. Drive from Ixtapa to Tampicocar 909.1 km
13h 6m
$2,292–3,310
Bus via Plan de Ayala
1. Take the bus from Zihuatanejo to Terminal Central de Autobuses del Nortebus
2. Take the bus from Terminal Central de Autobuses del Norte to Poza Ricabus
3. Take the bus from Poza Rica to Tampicobus
19h 11m
$1,738–3,561

Ixtapa-Zihuatanejo International Airport (ZIH) to Tampico International Airport (TAM) flights

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4h 40mAverage Duration

$1,687Cheapest Price

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Distance: 653.7 km
Duration: 5h

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

Aeroméxico, Viva Aerobus, and three other airlines fly from Ixtapa-Zihuatanejo International Airport (ZIH) to Tampico International Airport (TAM) 4 times a day. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Zihuatanejo to Tampico via Terminal de Autobuses de Querétaro Acceso 1 in around 19h.

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