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

The cheapest way to get from Ixtapa to Tampico is to drive which costs $1600 - $2400 and takes 13h 6m.

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 19m and costs $3400 - $8500.

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 Ixtapa, Celaya and Terminal de Autobuses de Querétaro Acceso 1. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 16h 3m.

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 via Celaya which takes 16h 3m and costs $2300 - $3800.

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

It takes approximately 5h 19m 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 Estrella de Oro, 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 19m and costs $3400 - $8500. Alternatively, you can bus via Celaya, which costs $2300 - $3800 and takes 16h 3m.

Where does the Ixtapa to Tampico bus arrive?

Ixtapa to Tampico bus services, operated by Estrella de Oro, arrive at Terminal Central Del Sur - Taxqueña 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.

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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, or car

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Fly
best
1. Fly from Ixtapa-Zihuatanejo International Airport (ZIH) to Tampico International Airport (TAM)plane ZIH - TAM
5h 19m
$3,455–8,055
Bus #2
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 via Celaya
1. Take the bus from Ixtapa to Celayabus
2. Take the bus from Celaya to Terminal de Autobuses de Querétaro Acceso 2bus
3. Take the bus from Terminal de Autobuses de Querétaro Acceso 1 to Tampicobus
16h 3m
$2,328–3,771
Drive 909.1 km
1. Drive from Ixtapa to Tampicocar 909.1 km
13h 6m
$1,627–2,351
Bus
1. Take the bus from Zihuatanejo to Terminal Central Del Sur - Taxqueñabus
2. Take the bus from Terminal Central de Autobuses del Norte to Tampico Ejércitobus
20h 51m
$2,074–2,939

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

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6h 24mAverage Duration

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Distance: 653.7 km
Duration: 5h 19m

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

Aeroméxico, Viva Aerobus, and two 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 Ixtapa, Celaya, Terminal de Autobuses de Querétaro Acceso 2, and Terminal de Autobuses de Querétaro Acceso 1 in around 16h 3m.

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