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

The cheapest way to get from Oaxaca to Tapachula is to bus which costs $500 - $2200 and takes 12h 5m.

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

The fastest way to get from Oaxaca to Tapachula is to fly which takes 5h 53m and costs $2900 - $6000.

Is there a direct bus between Oaxaca and Tapachula?

Yes, there is a direct bus departing from Oaxaca and arriving at Tapachula. Services depart once daily, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 12h 5m.

How far is it from Oaxaca to Tapachula?

The distance between Oaxaca and Tapachula is 554 km. The road distance is 632 km.

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

The best way to get from Oaxaca to Tapachula without a car is to bus which takes 12h 5m and costs $500 - $2200.

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

It takes approximately 5h 53m to get from Oaxaca to Tapachula, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Oaxaca to Tapachula bus from?

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

Bus or fly from Oaxaca to Tapachula?

The best way to get from Oaxaca to Tapachula is to fly which takes 5h 53m and costs $2900 - $6000. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs $500 - $2200 and takes 12h 5m.

Where does the Oaxaca to Tapachula bus arrive?

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

Can I drive from Oaxaca to Tapachula?

Yes, the driving distance between Oaxaca to Tapachula is 632 km. It takes approximately 8h 7m to drive from Oaxaca to Tapachula.

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

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Where can I stay near Tapachula?

There are 46+ hotels available in Tapachula.

Oaxaca to Tapachula - 4 ways to travel via plane, bus, and car

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There are 4 ways to get from Oaxaca to Tapachula by plane, bus, or car

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Fly
best
1. Fly from Oaxaca International Airport (OAX) to Tapachula International Airport (TAP)plane OAX - TAP
5h 53m
$2,904–5,851
Bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Oaxaca to Tapachulabus
12h 5m
$500–2,200
Drive 632 km
1. Drive from Oaxaca to Tapachulacar 632 km
8h 7m
$1,131–1,634
Bus via Cintalapa
1. Take the bus from Oaxaca to Cintalapabus
2. Take the bus from Cintalapa to Tapachulabus
16h 45m
$1,078–1,869

Oaxaca to Tapachula by bus

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12h 5mAverage Duration

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Distance: 553.8 km
Duration: 5h 53m

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

Aeroméxico, Viva Aerobus, and Volaris fly from Oaxaca International Airport (OAX) to Tapachula International Airport (TAP) every 4 hours. Alternatively, Ómnibus Cristóbal Colón (OCC) operates a bus from Oaxaca to Tapachula 4 times a day. Tickets cost $1,100–2,200 and the journey takes 12h 5m. Two other operators also service this route.

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