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

The cheapest way to get from Mérida to Tapachula is to bus via Tuxtla Gutiérrez which costs $1900 - $2700 and takes 21h 21m.

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

The fastest way to get from Mérida to Tapachula is to fly which takes 9h 39m and costs $2800 - $7500.

Is there a direct bus between Mérida and Tapachula?

Yes, there is a direct bus departing from Mérida Centro Histórico and arriving at Tapachula. Services depart twice daily, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 19h 35m.

How far is it from Mérida to Tapachula?

The distance between Mérida and Tapachula is 785 km. The road distance is 984.7 km.

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

The best way to get from Mérida to Tapachula without a car is to bus which takes 19h 35m and costs $2000 - $3500.

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

It takes approximately 9h 39m to get from Mérida to Tapachula, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Mérida to Tapachula bus from?

Mérida to Tapachula bus services, operated by Ómnibus Cristóbal Colón (OCC), depart from Mérida Centro Histórico station.

Bus or fly from Mérida to Tapachula?

The best way to get from Mérida to Tapachula is to fly which takes 9h 39m and costs $2800 - $7500. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs $2000 - $3500 and takes 19h 35m.

Where does the Mérida to Tapachula bus arrive?

Mérida to Tapachula bus services, operated by Ómnibus Cristóbal Colón (OCC), arrive at Tapachula station.

Can I drive from Mérida to Tapachula?

Yes, the driving distance between Mérida to Tapachula is 985 km. It takes approximately 13h 57m to drive from Mérida to Tapachula.

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

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Where can I stay near Tapachula?

There are 43+ hotels available in Tapachula.

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

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

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Fly from Mérida International Airport
best
1. Fly from Mérida International Airport (MID) to Tapachula International Airport (TAP)plane MID - TAP
9h 39m
$2,872–7,062
Bus via Tuxtla Gutiérrez
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Mérida Centro Histórico to Tuxtla Gutiérrezbus Via Mérida
2. Take the bus from Tuxtla Gutiérrez to Tapachulabus
21h 21m
$1,900–2,695
Bus
1. Take the bus from Mérida Centro Histórico to Tapachulabus
19h 35m
$2,000–3,500
Drive 984.7 km
1. Drive from Mérida to Tapachulacar 984.7 km
13h 57m
$2,482–3,585
Train to Ing. Alberto Acuña Ongay International Airport, fly
1. Take the train from Estación Tren Maya Mérida Teya to Estación Tren Maya Campechetrain
2. Fly from Ing. Alberto Acuña Ongay International Airport (CPE) to Tapachula International Airport (TAP)plane CPE - TAP
13h 20m
$2,946–13,613

Mérida to Tapachula by bus

14Weekly Buses

19h 35mAverage Duration

$2,000Cheapest Price

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Distance: 785.1 km
Duration: 9h 39m

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

Aeroméxico, Volaris, and Viva Aerobus fly from Mérida International Airport (MID) to Tapachula International Airport (TAP) 5 times a day. Alternatively, Ómnibus Cristóbal Colón (OCC) operates a bus from Mérida Centro Histórico to Tapachula twice daily. Tickets cost $2,000–3,500 and the journey takes 19h 35m.

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