What is the cheapest way to get from Mexico City to Tampico?

The cheapest way to get from Mexico City to Tampico is to drive which costs $850 - $1300 and takes 5h 28m.

What is the fastest way to get from Mexico City to Tampico?

The fastest way to get from Mexico City to Tampico is to fly which takes 2h 18m and costs $1800 - $8000.

Is there a direct bus between Mexico City and Tampico?

Yes, there is a direct bus departing from Terminal Central de Autobuses del Norte and arriving at Tampico Ejército. Services depart five times a day, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 7h 29m.

How far is it from Mexico City to Tampico?

The distance between Mexico City and Tampico is 346 km. The road distance is 446.3 km.

How do I travel from Mexico City to Tampico without a car?

The best way to get from Mexico City to Tampico without a car is to bus via Tampico which takes 5h 24m and costs $1400 - $2000.

How long does it take to get from Mexico City to Tampico?

It takes approximately 2h 18m to get from Mexico City to Tampico, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Mexico City to Tampico bus from?

Mexico City to Tampico bus services, operated by ETN Turistar, depart from Terminal Central de Autobuses del Norte station.

Bus or fly from Mexico City to Tampico?

The best way to get from Mexico City to Tampico is to fly which takes 2h 18m and costs $1800 - $8000. Alternatively, you can bus via Tampico, which costs $1400 - $2000 and takes 5h 24m.

Where does the Mexico City to Tampico bus arrive?

Mexico City to Tampico bus services, operated by ETN Turistar, arrive at Tampico Ejército station.

Can I drive from Mexico City to Tampico?

Yes, the driving distance between Mexico City to Tampico is 446 km. It takes approximately 5h 28m to drive from Mexico City to Tampico.

How do I get a bus ticket from Mexico City to Tampico?

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Where can I stay near Tampico?

There are 138+ hotels available in Tampico.

Mexico City to Tampico - 6 ways to travel via plane, bus, and car

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There are 6 ways to get from Mexico City to Tampico by plane, bus, or car

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Fly from Benito Juárez International Airport
best
1. Fly from Benito Juárez International Airport (MEX) to Tampico International Airport (TAM)plane MEX - TAM
2h 18m
$1,806–7,530
Bus via Huejutla de Reyes
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Terminal Central de Autobuses del Norte to Huejutla de Reyesbus
2. Take the bus from Huejutla de Reyes to Tampicobus
11h 37m
$848–1,635
Bus via Tampico
1. Take the bus from Terminal Central de Autobuses del Norte to Tampicobus
5h 24m
$1,468–1,927
Drive 446.3 km
1. Drive from Mexico City to Tampicocar 446.3 km
5h 28m
$856–1,237
Fly from Felipe Ángeles International Airport
1. Fly from Felipe Ángeles International Airport (NLU) to Tampico International Airport (TAM)plane NLU - TAM
2h 44m
$1,153–2,896
Bus
1. Take the bus from Terminal Central de Autobuses del Norte to Tampico Ejércitobus
7h 29m
$1,100–1,600

Benito Juárez International Airport (MEX) to Tampico International Airport (TAM) flights

27Weekly Planes

1h 20mAverage Duration

$1,014Cheapest Price

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Distance: 346.5 km
Duration: 2h 18m

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

Aeroméxico flies from Benito Juárez International Airport (MEX) to Tampico International Airport (TAM) 4 times a day. Alternatively, Omnibus de Mexico operates a bus from Terminal Central de Autobuses del Norte to Tampico hourly. Tickets cost $1,100–1,600 and the journey takes 5h 15m.

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