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

The cheapest way to get from Ixtapa to Tapachula is to drive which costs $2300 - $3400 and takes 18h 34m.

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

The fastest way to get from Ixtapa to Tapachula is to fly which takes 6h 36m and costs $2600 - $10000.

Is there a direct bus between Ixtapa and Tapachula?

No, there is no direct bus from Ixtapa to Tapachula. However, there are services departing from Zihuatanejo and arriving at Tapachula via Ixtapa, Celaya, Central del Norte and Politécnico. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 24h 13m.

How far is it from Ixtapa to Tapachula?

The distance between Ixtapa and Tapachula is 1051 km. The road distance is 1312.9 km.

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

The best way to get from Ixtapa to Tapachula without a car is to bus via Celaya which takes 24h 13m and costs $2400 - $4000.

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

It takes approximately 6h 36m to get from Ixtapa to Tapachula, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Ixtapa to Tapachula bus from?

Ixtapa to Tapachula bus services, operated by Futura, depart from Zihuatanejo station.

Bus or fly from Ixtapa to Tapachula?

The best way to get from Ixtapa to Tapachula is to fly which takes 6h 36m and costs $2600 - $10000. Alternatively, you can bus via Celaya, which costs $2400 - $4000 and takes 24h 13m.

Where does the Ixtapa to Tapachula bus arrive?

Ixtapa to Tapachula bus services, operated by Futura, arrive at Terminal Central de Autobuses del Norte station.

Can I drive from Ixtapa to Tapachula?

Yes, the driving distance between Ixtapa to Tapachula is 1313 km. It takes approximately 18h 34m to drive from Ixtapa to Tapachula.

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

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Where can I stay near Tapachula?

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

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

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Fly
best
1. Fly from Ixtapa-Zihuatanejo International Airport (ZIH) to Tapachula International Airport (TAP)plane ZIH - TAP
6h 36m
$2,615–9,605
Bus #2
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Zihuatanejo to Terminal Central Del Sur - Taxqueñabus
2. Take the bus from Terminal Central de Autobuses del Norte to Tapachulabus Tijuana
35h 57m
$1,700–3,138
Bus via Celaya
1. Take the bus from Ixtapa to Celayabus
2. Take the bus from Celaya to Terminal Central de Autobuses del Nortebus
3. Take the bus from Politécnico to Tapachulabus
24h 13m
$2,398–3,931
Drive 1,312.9 km
1. Drive from Ixtapa to Tapachulacar 1,312.9 km
18h 34m
$2,349–3,393
Bus
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 Tapachulabus
30h 55m
$2,498–4,861

Ixtapa-Zihuatanejo International Airport (ZIH) to Tapachula International Airport (TAP) flights

23Weekly Planes

6h 43mAverage Duration

$2,146Cheapest Price

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Distance: 1,050.9 km
Duration: 6h 36m

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

Volaris, Aeroméxico, and Viva Aerobus fly from Ixtapa-Zihuatanejo International Airport (ZIH) to Tapachula International Airport (TAP) 3 times a day. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Zihuatanejo to Tapachula via Ixtapa, Celaya, México D.F., Central De Autobuses Del Norte, Central del Norte, Diana, and Politécnico in around 24h 13m.

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